Gary Lee Baumgardner
Law Enforcement
Hanover,PA
Summary
Seasoned law enforcement leader with background as Chief of Police. Experienced in managing full service police department, implementing community policing initiatives and developing effective policy strategies. Known for leadership skills, strategic planning abilities and commitment to maintaining public safety. Past roles have demonstrated influence in building strong relationships with community members and fostering inter-agency cooperation for improved operational efficiency.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief of Police
Conewago Township Police Department
Hanover, Pennsylvania
02.2000 - Current
- Reviewed and updated police department policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
- Developed strategies to reduce crime rates in the community.
- Supervised staff of officers and other personnel within the department.
- Provided leadership, guidance, and direction to subordinates.
- Monitored daily operations of the department to ensure efficiency.
- Created training programs for new officers and ongoing training for existing staff.
- Conducted investigations into criminal activity or complaints against officers.
- Maintained a budget for the police department ensuring fiscal responsibility.
- Directed emergency response teams during critical incidents such as riots or hostage situations.
Education
School of Police Staff & Command - Advanced Law Enforcement & Management Practices
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL03-2022
Command Leadership Program - Advanced Management/Leadership
FBI National Academy
Quantico, VA12-2009
Some College (No Degree) - Public Administration
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Slippery Rock, PASome College (No Degree) - Emergency Medical Technology
Edison Community College
Naples, FLSkills
- Community Engagement
- Physical Fitness
- Media Relations
- Emergency Management
- Crime scene management
- Policy Implementation
- Problem-Solving
- Risk Assessment
- Resource Allocation
Accomplishments
- Lead initiative to upgrade the agencies Report Management System from Request for Proposal to implementation.
- Brought about a standardized electronically based law enforcement policy administration and review platform.
- Created an in-car and body worn cameras system program, overseeing the proposal and implementation.
- Developed a staffing imitative, to include multiple studies using several different data points to ensure a comprehensive and appropriate staffing level.
- Added additional supervisors to enhance troop level direction and command.
- Streamlined the internal administrative review process to improve operational effectiveness at the patrol level.
Certification
- ALERRT Certified Instructor - Law Enforcement Response to an Active Shooter Event.
- ALERRT Certified Instructor - Civilian Response to an Active Shooter Event.
- NRA Certified Firearms Instructor - Handgun, Shotgun & Patrol Rifle.
- Emergency Medical Technician - Licensed in the State of Florida. (Expired)
Affiliations
- FBI National Academy (Eastern PA Chapter)
- Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 79
- Northwestern University Center for Public Safety Alumni
- Pennsylvania Chief's of Police Association
- International Chief's of Police Association
Professional Licenses
- Class A CDL with experience operating tri-axel dump truck during milling and paving operations.
- Limited heavy equipment operation experience.
Work Availability
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Timeline
Chief of Police
Conewago Township Police Department
02.2000 - Current
- ALERRT Certified Instructor - Law Enforcement Response to an Active Shooter Event.
- ALERRT Certified Instructor - Civilian Response to an Active Shooter Event.
- NRA Certified Firearms Instructor - Handgun, Shotgun & Patrol Rifle.
- Emergency Medical Technician - Licensed in the State of Florida. (Expired)
School of Police Staff & Command - Advanced Law Enforcement & Management Practices
Northwestern University
Command Leadership Program - Advanced Management/Leadership
FBI National Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Public Administration
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Medical Technology
Edison Community College
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