Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
TEACHING AND TRAINING
PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT
CURRENT SECTION ASSIGNMENT
Training
Timeline
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Dusty Hamlin

Fruit Heights,Ut

Summary

POST Program Manager

Extensive experience with program management, coordinating complex programs, and managing multiple priorities. Utilizes strong organizational and communication skills to ensure project alignment and success. Adaptable and reliable, excelling in dynamic environments and consistently achieving targeted outcomes. Track record of fostering team collaboration and adaptability in fast-paced settings.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

PT and Scenario Program Coordinator/ Pre-employment Backgrounds

POST
07.2022 - Current
  • Coordinated program logistics, ensuring seamless execution of events and initiatives for 150 cadets a month.
  • Developed training materials and conducted training to enhance staff capabilities.
  • Established strategic partnerships with external organizations, expanding program reach and impact.
  • Maintained detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
  • Enhanced program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.
  • Analyzed program performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions.
  • Managed stakeholder communications, fostering collaboration across diverse teams.

Investigator/ Instructor/ Pre-employment Backgrounds

POST
09.2017 - 07.2022
  • Conducted thorough investigations to ensure compliance with State and Internal standards.
  • Analyzed evidence and documentation to support case resolutions effectively for a running case load of approximately 25-35 .
  • Established strong relationships with community stakeholders to foster collaboration and information sharing.
  • Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
  • Conducted thorough face-to-face interviews with employers, families, neighbors, friends, and suspects, and documented investigative findings.
  • Interviewed and interrogated suspects.

Detective

West Valley Police Department
05.2014 - 09.2017
  • Conducted thorough investigations, collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses to solve complex cases.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to share intelligence and coordinate multi-jurisdictional operations.
  • Analyzed crime patterns and trends, developing strategies to prevent future criminal activity in assigned areas.
  • Prepared detailed reports and case files for prosecution, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
  • Case load ranging from 20-60 cases

Dive Team

West Valley Police Department
07.2013 - 09.2017
  • Team leader 2015
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced, and often, hazardous environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Often I would corroborate with other agencies to assist in evidence or body recovers from differing bodies of water throughout the Salt Lake Valley.

SWAT Operator

West Valley Police Department
05.2006 - 09.2017
  • Sniper since 12/2009. Team leader 2013
  • Led tactical operations, ensuring safety and effectiveness in high-pressure environments.
  • Developed and implemented specialized training programs for SWAT team members.
  • Coordinated joint exercises with local law enforcement agencies to enhance collaborative response strategies.
  • Conducted threat assessments to identify potential risks and improve operational readiness.
  • Mentored junior operators, fostering skill development and team cohesion.
  • Utilized advanced surveillance technologies to gather intelligence for mission planning.
  • Assisted in the recruitment and selection process for new SWAT members, identifying top candidates based on skills, experience, and aptitude for teamwork.
  • Conducted regular equipment inspections and maintained inventory control for optimal operational effectiveness.
  • Responded to critical incidents, demonstrating quick decision-making under extreme conditions.
  • Evaluated operational procedures, recommending improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Motors Officer

West Valley Police Department
04.2009 - 05.2014
  • Major Incident Investigations since 02/2013
  • Traffic Division
  • Conducted routine patrols to monitor high-traffic areas and prevent violations.
  • Enforced traffic laws to enhance public safety and reduce accidents.
  • Investigated vehicle accidents to determine causes and gather evidence for reports.
  • Assisted fellow officers during high-speed pursuits by providing critical support and maintaining a safe distance from the suspect vehicle.
  • Attended specialized training courses focused on motorcycle law enforcement tactics, staying current on best practices within the field.

Patrol Officer

West Valley Police Department
11.2004 - 04.2009
  • Responded to emergency calls, ensuring rapid and effective incident management.
  • Conducted routine patrols, enhancing community safety and visibility.
  • Enforced local laws and ordinances, maintaining order within jurisdiction.
  • Prepared detailed reports on incidents, ensuring comprehensive documentation for investigations.


Aquatic Facility Manager

University of Utah
09.2001 - 05.2004
  • Oversaw facility operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and university policies.
  • Managed maintenance schedules for buildings, optimizing resource allocation and minimizing downtime.
  • Coordinated emergency response protocols, ensuring timely resolution of incidents and maintaining safety standards.
  • Mentored junior staff in best practices for facilities management, fostering professional development within the team.
  • Supervised staff of 15 in day-to-day activities.

Education

M.A. - Middle Eastern Studies

University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2004

B.S. - Political Science

University of Utah
Salt Lake City. Ut

B.A. - History

University of Utah

Skills

  • Veteran law enforcement professional
  • Personal Trainer
  • Program Management
  • Office management
  • Forward-thinking attitude
  • Effective strategic planning

Accomplishments

  • Created a scenario-based training program at POST
  • Created a physical fitness program to progress the cadets from entrance to exit PT standards
  • Major crimes detective- I was responsible for organizing crime scenes and coordinate the investigation. I was also on one of the three critical incident teams in the valley.
  • Organized and helped set up CIT program for WVPD.
  • Set up a new program to track statistics for the traffic unit.
  • SWAT Sniper Team Leader
  • Manager of the University Aquatics facility
  • Sterling Scholar in Science
  • Student Body Vice President
  • Eagle Scout

Certification

  • Rifle Instructor
  • Handgun Firearms Instructor
  • Glock Armorer
  • Instructor Development
  • Excited Delirium and Agitated Chaotic Events Instructor
  • Certified CIT instructor
  • POST Instructor Certification
  • ASP and Handcuff Instructor
  • ISSA Personal trainer
  • ISSA Tactical Conditioning Specialist
  • ISSA Exercise Therapy
  • ISSA Strength and Conditioning
  • Under Water Forensics Recovery
  • Advanced Diver
  • Sniper
  • Motors
  • FTO
  • DRE
  • Single Engine Land Pilots License
  • CDL

LNGG

I am fluent in Italian. I can communicate and get by with Spanish. Three years of Arabic at the University of Utah and six months in Jerusalem.

SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE

  • WVPD Sniper team Leader
  • WVPD Dive team Leader
  • WVPD CIT Program, Co-Coordinator
  • University of Utah Aquatics Facilities Manager

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

  • University of Utah
  • Cycling
  • Swimming
  • Lifeguarding
  • First Aid
  • Salt Lake Community College Police Academy
  • ETH 1010 Ethical Standards
  • ETH 1050 Investigations
  • MHT 1010 Understanding Human Behavior
  • CORE 2030 Career Management
  • MHT 1020 CIT
  • Utah Valley University Police Academy
  • Utah Peace Officer Standards and training Basic Training Academy
  • ETH 1020 Leadership and Professionalism
  • ETH 1030 Ethical Decision Making
  • ETH 1040 Community Relations
  • INV 1010 Basic Interview and Interrogations
  • INV 1020 Preliminary Investigations
  • INV 2030 Follow-Up Investigations
  • Bridgerland Technical College police Academy
  • Weber State University Police Academy

TEACHING AND TRAINING

  • Instructor for POST: Basic Interview and Interrogation, Conflict Resolution, CIT, Community Relations, Ethics, Preliminary & Follow-up Investigations, Interview and Interrogation, and Report writing.
  • Instructor for SLCC:
  • Instructor WVPD: firearms, ASP, building clearing
  • Evaluator for POST scenarios
  • I created training camps and lesson plans for the snipers and entry team members of the WV SWAT team.
  • I served as an FTO while in patrol and traffic.
  • I also wrote lesson plans and taught exercise and sports science classes for the University of Utah’s College of Health.
  • I worked as a substitute teacher for Salt Lake City School District: This required being able to follow the teachers lesson plans as well as create my own for elementary and high school classes if none were provided.
  • I taught lifeguarding, CPR, and First Aid through the American Red Cross

PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT

  • POST Scenarios and POST physical fitness programs
  • Crisis Intervention Team (CIT): While working for West Valley Police Department (WVPD) I helped develop, organize, and implement a CIT program for police department.
  • WVPD Traffic Stats program: I created the Motors and Traffic statistical recording keeping and reporting program.
  • Developed a tracking and training program for the Sniper team based on department policies.

CURRENT SECTION ASSIGNMENT

POST BASIC TRAINING

Training

  • 2022 ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
  • 2022 Management and Supervisory Leadership Training Program
  • 2021 Cognitive Interview Techniques
  • 2021 Certified to teach Autism Disorder Law Enforcement Instructor
  • 2018 Leadership in Police Organizations (LPO)
  • 2016 CIT international conference in Chicago – attended the instructor class with CIT International
  • Instructor development
  • 2015 Investigating Officer Involved Shootings
  • UVU conference on Autism
  • Serial Killers
  • Rifle Instructor
  • NTOA Training
  • Response to critical incidents
  • How to respond to an Ambush
  • Dealing with the mentally ill
  • Proper use of white light
  • 2014 DRE Conference at S. Jordan Campus
  • Sexual Trauma
  • Child Abuse and Homicides
  • Handgun instructor
  • Computer Voice Stress Analysis for investigations and backgrounds
  • 2013 DRE Conference at S. Jordan Campus
  • CIT Conference at U of U (NAMI Conference)
  • NAMI Training
  • 2011 Critical Incidents Conference- Mumbai Terrorist Attack
  • 2008 NHTSA/IACP
  • 2007 Utah Gang Investigators Association
  • 2006 DRE Conference
  • 2005 Ritualistic homicides and Terrorist Threats
  • 2005 Interviewing and Interrogation and Techniques

Timeline

PT and Scenario Program Coordinator/ Pre-employment Backgrounds

POST
07.2022 - Current

Investigator/ Instructor/ Pre-employment Backgrounds

POST
09.2017 - 07.2022

Detective

West Valley Police Department
05.2014 - 09.2017

Dive Team

West Valley Police Department
07.2013 - 09.2017

Motors Officer

West Valley Police Department
04.2009 - 05.2014

SWAT Operator

West Valley Police Department
05.2006 - 09.2017

Patrol Officer

West Valley Police Department
11.2004 - 04.2009

Aquatic Facility Manager

University of Utah
09.2001 - 05.2004

B.A. - History

University of Utah

M.A. - Middle Eastern Studies

University of Utah

B.S. - Political Science

University of Utah