Edward Quinn
Melbourne,FL
Summary
Retired Law Enforcement Professional with over 32 years of experience. Self disciplined and detail oriented individual who strives to successfully utilize acquired skills by working for an organization with high expectations. Possess the skills and work ethic to help the organization achieve its goals.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Lieutenant: Shift Commander/Officer-in-Charge
Town Of Chelmsford Police Department
01.2014 - 12.2022
- Responsible for immediate supervision and control of all officers, sergeants, and dispatchers under direct command.
- Managed daily staffing and scheduling.
- Responsible for ensuring efficient and effective operations.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Reviewed and approved official daily operational reports for accuracy, completeness, and necessary follow up.
- Investigated civilian complaints. Wrote official reports to completely document resulting investigation, and recommended disciplinary or corrective actions as necessary.
- Interviewed suspects, witnesses, and victims as necessary.
- Responsible for prisoner processing, documentation, and well being.
- Worked cooperatively with ongoing criminal investigations and special operations activities.
- Responsible for ensuring building safety, security and maintenance.
- Executed and monitored programs designed to prevent and repress crime, recover stolen property, and enhance image of police department.
Patrol Sergeant
Town Of Chelmsford Police Department
07.2004 - 01.2014
- Responsible for daily patrol operations and supervision of Chelmsford Police Officers.
- Supervised and directed officer response and activities at calls for service.
- Utilized and supervised de-escalation techniques at emotional incidents and mental health crisis.
- Wrote, reviewed and approved official reports on incidents and activities for completeness, accuracy, and necessary follow up.
- Provided for public safety by maintaining order, protecting people and property and promoting good community relations.
- Interviewed and interrogated suspects, victims, and witnesses as necessary.
- Responded promptly to supervise calls for protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances and general public service calls.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Investigated crimes and accidents by establishing perimeters and identifying and preserving evidence.
- Ensured officer adherence to policies and procedures and rules and regulations.
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
Patrol Officer
Town Of Chelmsford Police Department
01.1994 - 07.2004
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Wrote official reports to completely and accurately document incidents and crimes.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence and recorded suspect, victim, and witness statements.
- Conducted interviews and interrogations as necessary.
- De-escalated emotional situations and successfully resolved numerous mental health crisis
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Enforced laws by conducting thorough investigations that resulted in arrests, summons, and citations.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Served as Traffic and Safety Officer and Field Training Officer to new recruits.
- Conducted Bicycle Safety Program and Rodeo with elementary school children.
Patrol Officer
Town Of Gilford New Hampshire
07.1991 - 01.1994
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Wrote official reports to completely and accurately document incidents and crimes.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence and recorded suspect, witness, and victim statements.
- Conducted interviews and interrogations as necessary.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Liaison to community Arson Awareness and Crime Prevention Groups
- Conducted Community Bicycle Safety Rodeo and Halloween Safety Program with elementary school children.
Auxiliary Police Officer
Town Of Chelmsford Police Department
10.1987 - 07.1991
- Volunteered at large town community events to supplement and assist police department.
- Volunteered weekly to patrol town properties to supplement and assist police department.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Service: Administration of Criminal Justice
05.1990
Certified Full-Time Police Officer: Massachusetts
01.1994
Certified Full-Time Police Officer: New Hampshire
02.1992
Certified Reserve/Intermittent Police Officer: MA -
1987
Skills
Report writing and Review
Interview of suspects, victims, and witnesses
Conflict resolution and crisis management
De-escalation Techniques
Identifying and investigating criminal activities
Suicide prevention and mental health training
CPR and First Responder Training
Attention to detail skills
Problem solving and critical thinking
Risk identification, assessment, and mitigation
Case management
Communication skills
Fair, strong and equitable leadership
Awards
Life saving Award
Meritorious Service Award
Unit Action Award
Timeline
Lieutenant: Shift Commander/Officer-in-Charge - Town Of Chelmsford Police Department
01.2014 - 12.2022
Patrol Sergeant - Town Of Chelmsford Police Department
07.2004 - 01.2014
Patrol Officer - Town Of Chelmsford Police Department
01.1994 - 07.2004
Patrol Officer - Town Of Gilford New Hampshire
07.1991 - 01.1994
Auxiliary Police Officer - Town Of Chelmsford Police Department
10.1987 - 07.1991
University of Lowell - Bachelor of Science, Public Service: Administration of Criminal Justice
Massachusetts Criminal Justice Training Council - , Certified Full-Time Police Officer: Massachusetts
New Hampshire Police Standards And Training - , Certified Full-Time Police Officer: New Hampshire
Northeast Regional Police Institute - Certified Reserve/Intermittent Police Officer: MA,
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