Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Eric Rath

Shelby,Ohio

Summary

Accomplished Police Captain at City Of Shelby, adept in Crisis Management and fostering Community Engagement, significantly enhanced public safety through strategic leadership and innovative policing strategies. Expert in Personnel Supervision and resource optimization, achieving notable efficiency in operations. Demonstrated excellence in collaboration and maintaining public trust, ensuring transparent and effective law enforcement practices.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Police Captain

City Of Shelby
07.1994 - Current
  • Documented incidents and arrest activities, reviewed written reports and communicated with subordinates to facilitate administrative follow-up.
  • Liaised with government, civic and private organizations to promote community safety.
  • Approved training and education designed to maintain and improve officer patrol and protective services.
  • Handled inquiries and made presentations before various commissions and news outlets.
  • Supervised administrative and support functions of non-sworn personnel.
  • Examined personnel, facilities and tactics for safety and training.
  • Streamlined operations by implementing new technologies to improve communication, data collection, and analysis capabilities within the department.
  • Provided expert testimony in court proceedings related to criminal cases, contributing to the successful prosecution of offenders.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the police force, encouraging officers to seek out new ways to enhance their skills and better serve the community.
  • Utilized analytical tools to identify patterns in crime data, directing resources effectively towards high-priority issues within the community.
  • Led a team of officers in conducting investigations, solving complex cases, and ensuring public safety.
  • Improved officer performance with consistent training programs focused on skill development and professional growth.
  • Planned, organized, directed and supervised operation of [Number] major divisions.
  • Enhanced community safety by developing and implementing effective policing strategies.
  • Monitored performance of employees and established police requirements.
  • Scheduled and adjusted duty rosters to achieve efficiency of department operations, functions and actions.
  • Assigned and supervised subordinates to prevent crime, protect life and property and enforce laws.
  • Managed budgetary resources for the efficient operation of the police department, optimizing resource allocation and cost control.
  • Conducted internal investigations to uphold disciplinary standards within the police force, promoting accountability among officers.
  • Collaborated with other agencies for coordinated responses to emergencies or large-scale events requiring multi-agency cooperation.
  • Maintained public trust by ensuring transparency in all aspects of police operations, including open lines of communication with citizens and media outlets.

Education

No Degree - Law Enforcement

Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy
London, Ohio
08.1990

High School Diploma -

Plymouth High School
Plymouth, OH
05.1986

Skills

  • Internal Affairs
  • Suspect identification
  • Active listening skills
  • Laws and ordinances
  • Performance Appraisals
  • Patrol operations
  • Firearms Training
  • Active Shooter Training
  • Criminal Investigation
  • Community Engagement
  • Courtroom Testimony
  • Crisis Management
  • Drug Interdiction
  • Nonlethal force apprehension
  • Great judgment
  • Crime Prevention
  • Traffic Control
  • Budget Management
  • Search and seizure
  • Law enforcement knowledge
  • Personnel Supervision
  • Criminal Law
  • Complex problem-solving abilities
  • Media Relations
  • Critical thinking ability
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • Team Management
  • Community policing
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Policy Enforcement
  • Staff Discipline
  • Search and seizure procedures
  • Records Maintenance

Accomplishments

Serving as the Jail Administrator, the Shelby City Jail has been 100% compliance with Ohio Jail Standards.


Active voting member of the Ohio Jail Advisory Board, which establishes Ohio Jail Standards.

Timeline

Police Captain

City Of Shelby
07.1994 - Current

No Degree - Law Enforcement

Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy

High School Diploma -

Plymouth High School
Eric Rath