Elizabeth Glover
Recruiting and Background Unit
Tallahassee,FL
6
years of professional experience
I have been a Police Officer with the City of Tallahassee's Police Department for the past 6 years. Prior to joining the department, I worked a variety of customer service focused businesses. I was an Office Manager for a company with over 100 employees for approximately 7 years. I was tasked with problem-solving, multi-tasking, hiring and terminating employees, bookkeeping, sales, commissions, contracts, civil litigation, and networking. I gained knowledge in leadership, working with others, negotiations, and other leadership qualities. I received favorable employee reviews and referrals, as well as assist the company in generating over a million dollars of income.
Upon employment with the Tallahassee Police Department (May 2020). I have been able to use my leadership qualities and knowledge I have obtained throughout the 7 years of management experience and apply it to calls for service and relationships with fellow officers, supervisors, and the community. I have volunteered as a Peer Support Lead with TPD's Wellness division, a liaison and leader for academy recruits, and have become a strong representative of the City of Tallahassee. I have received two lifesaving awards, received favorable supervisor reviews, and maintained great working relationships with the community and the department.
Work History
Recruiting Officer
1 Year 1 Month- Tallahassee Police Department's first, full time Recruiter.
- Participated frequently with the Public Information Office for recruiting events, recruit graduations, and social media campaigns.
- Collaborated with unit Sergeant to identify key qualifications for open positions.
- Continuously refined recruitment strategies based on industry trends, emerging technologies, and shifting organizational needs, ensuring ongoing alignment with the Tallahassee Police Department's agency objectives.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of employment laws and best practices in talent acquisition, enabling informed strategic decisions related to recruitment activities within the organization.
- Initiated applicant paperwork and initiated the hiring process with candidates.
- Supported diversity initiatives by implementing inclusive recruitment practices to attract a broader candidate pool.
- Facilitated onboarding processes for new hire recruits, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Conducted candidate screenings, ensuring alignment with job requirements and organizational culture.
- Established strong relationships with external recruitment vendors and agencies, streamlining the hiring process for hard-to-fill positions.
- Incorporated ideas, input, and content for key recruitment and outreach guides for social media and online usage.
- Traveled and maintained great working relationships with members of the Tallahassee Police Department, the City of Tallahassee, other law enforcement agencies, and businesses.
Detective
1 Year 4 Months- Conducted thorough investigations of burglary reports to gather evidence and build case files.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies and the Office of the State Attorney to coordinate responses and share intelligence on criminal activities.
- Collaborated with Forensics, Analysts, Patrol, and other specialty units to ensure successful closure of burglary cases.
- Interviewed witnesses and victims to obtain detailed statements, enhancing the accuracy of investigative reports.rts.
- Interviewed witnesses and victims to obtain detailed statements, enhancing the the accuracy of investigative reports.
- Mentored patrol officers on investigative techniques, fostering a culture of continuous learning on behalf of the Burglary Unit.
- Prioritized multiple active cases efficiently by continually reassessing urgency levels based on emerging factors such as public safety concerns or new leads.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while sharing vital intelligence with appropriate colleagues for effective case resolution.
- Interviewed suspects using skilled interrogation techniques for gathering crucial information related to investigations.
- Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
- Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
- Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with the prosecution.
- Enhanced community safety by conducting thorough investigations, leading to the arrest and prosecution of criminals.
- Prepared warrants, evidence, and reports for prosecution - ensuring clarity and thoroughness in documentation of findings.
- Participated in social media campaigns on behalf of the Burglary Unit.
- Maintained a great working relationship with the State Attorney's Office.
Crisis Response TEAM Officer
1 Year 5 Months- Responded to crisis calls for service involving barricaded subjects, suicidal individuals, and community concerns about mental health and substance abuse.
- Actively participated and attended court hearings for RPOs.
- Followed up on current and past mental health calls for service, while providing family members with resources.
- Received a Life Saving Award for responding to a suicidal juvenile who tried to jump from the roof of a building.
- Presented TEAM information, as well as general mental health information to community leaders, the public, and police officers.
- Had a great working relationship with the City of Tallahassee leaders and mental health facilities to include: The Apalachee Center, HCA, and TMH.
- Coordinated with multiple agencies to streamline operations, enhancing overall response times during emergencies and nonemergency calls for service involving suicidal subjects.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze mentally ill subjects, transient individuals, with contact information.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures with Apalachee Center Licensed Clinical Social Workers.
- Organized public forums to address community concerns, improving transparency and accountability.
Patrol Officer
3 Years 5 Months- Responded promptly to emergency calls, assessing situations and providing support.
- Collaborated with local agencies to investigate incidents and gather evidence for cases.
- Served a designated community liaison for the Southwest district.
- Made numerous arrests and followed up on criminal cases.
- Received a Life Saving Award from the City of Tallahassee.
- Coordinated and provided ride alongs to police officer candidates, the public, and employees of the City of Tallahassee.
- Favorable employee evaluations.
- Participated in social media campaigns and videos on behalf of the Patrol Bureau.
- Arrested suspects with appropriate use of force, following departmental guidelines and legal procedures.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Collaborated with fellow officers for efficient crime prevention and response efforts.
Education
Master of Science - Forensic Psychology
- 3.88 GPA
- Thesis: Mental Health and Law Enforcement
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
Basic Law Enforcement Academy
Timeline
Recruiting Officer
Recruiting and Background Unit
07.2025 - CurrentRead More
Detective
Criminal Investigations Bureau, Burglary Unit
03.2024 - 07.2025Read More
Crisis Response TEAM Officer
Operational Support
10.2022 - 03.2024Read More
Patrol Officer
Patrol Bureau
10.2020 - 03.2024Read More
Nova Southeastern University
Master of Science from Forensic Psychology
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Florida State University
Bachelor of Science from Criminology
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Gulf Coast State College
Basic Law Enforcement Academy
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