Dwayne Lamont Donato II
Kansas City
Summary
Results-driven Police Sergeant with expertise in team leadership, emergency response, and effective communication. Proven ability to manage personnel and conduct thorough investigations, ensuring community safety and departmental compliance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Police Sergeant
Kansas City Kansas Police Department
Kansas City
01.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily operations and ensured compliance with departmental policies.
- Conducted investigations to gather evidence and interview witnesses.
- Managed scheduling and assignment of patrol officers in the division.
- Coordinated responses to emergency incidents with local agencies.
- Resolved conflicts and mediated disputes within the community effectively.
- Performed supervisory duties such as developing goals, evaluating job performance, approving leave requests and maintaining discipline.
- Evaluated the performance of assigned personnel through observation, review of reports and other methods.
- Ensured that all personnel met department standards for performance and conduct.
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
- Interpreted laws, regulations, policies and procedures to subordinates.
- Investigated complaints against officers or civilian employees in accordance with established policy.
- Patrolled designated districts in patrol cars, on bicycles and on foot.
Police Officer
Kansas City Kansas Police Department
Kansas City
06.2016 - 01.2023
- Patrolled assigned areas to ensure public safety and community order.
- Responded to emergency calls, providing immediate assistance and support.
- Conducted thorough investigations on reported incidents and gathered evidence.
- Enforced local laws and ordinances through traffic stops and citations.
- Collaborated with community members to build trust and address concerns.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting incidents, arrests, and investigations.
- Trained new officers on departmental policies and procedures effectively.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
- Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
- Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
- Performed CPR and other rescue techniques on individuals in medical emergencies.
- Pursued fleeing suspects on foot and in varying terrain.
- Operated mobile data terminals from patrol vehicles to obtain criminal records on-scene.
Marine Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
Camp Pendleton South
08.2010 - 08.2015
- Conducted training exercises to enhance team readiness and operational effectiveness.
- Mentored junior Marines on technical skills and leadership development initiatives.
- Analyzed mission requirements to plan tactical strategies for effective execution.
- Assisted in maintaining equipment readiness through regular inspections and preventive maintenance.
- Instructed junior Marines on proper use of weapons and combat tactics.
- Provided security details for high-ranking officers.
- Assisted in the development of operational plans and tactical strategies.
- Supervised daily activities of subordinate Marines.
- Assisted in the inspection of personnel and equipment to ensure compliance with Marine Corps standards.
- Targeted, fired and maintained weapons used to destroy enemy positions.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
UMKC
Kansas City, MOHigh School Diploma -
North Kansas City Highschool
North Kansas City, MOSkills
- Law enforcement
- Emergency response
- Policy interpretation
- Officer training
- Performance evaluation
- Team leadership
- Communication skills
- Decision making
- Stress management
- De-escalation techniques
- Personnel supervision
- Active shooter training
- First aid administration
- Police reports
- Firearms training
- Traffic control
- Firearms proficiency
- Laws and ordinances
- Policy enforcement
- Excellent communication
- Professional demeanor
- Reliability
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
Basic Law Enforcement Academy
Accomplishments
Valor Award
Timeline
Police Sergeant
Kansas City Kansas Police Department
01.2023 - Current
Police Officer
Kansas City Kansas Police Department
06.2016 - 01.2023
Marine Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
08.2010 - 08.2015
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
UMKC
High School Diploma -
North Kansas City Highschool