Curtis Drummond
Columbus,OH
Summary
Dedicated Police Officer with the City of Columbus, skilled in criminal investigations and community engagement. Proven track record in conflict de-escalation and emergency response, enhancing public safety through proactive crime prevention strategies. Recognized for integrity and strong relationship-building abilities, fostering trust within diverse communities while ensuring effective law enforcement practices.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
City of Columbus
11.1991 - 10.2024
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
- Conducted investigations on criminal activities, gathering evidence for prosecution.
- Collaborated with community organizations to enhance crime prevention initiatives.
- Responded to emergency calls, providing immediate assistance to victims and suspects.
- Mentored junior officers in operational procedures and community engagement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
- Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Mentored junior officers on the importance of ethical behavior, accountability, and professionalism in their role as public servants.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Ecology
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio, OH12-1990
Skills
- Report writing
- Integrity and honesty
- Conflict de-escalation
- Relationship building and management
- De-escalation techniques
- Patience and empathy
- Community engagement
- Criminal investigations
- Planning and coordination
- Human relations
- Emergency management
- Crisis intervention and deescalation
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Criminal law
- Community oriented policing
- Police reports
- Law enforcement
- Emergency response
- Mental resilience
- Cultural awareness
- Tactical driving
- Case management
- Crime prevention strategies
- Risk mitigation
- Background investigations
- Crime scene preservation
- Crime prevention
- Safety improvements
Timeline
Police Officer
City of Columbus
11.1991 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Science - Human Ecology
The Ohio State University