Geoffrey Burkhart
Coatesville,Pennsylvania
Summary
Seasoned Police Sergeant and Army National Guard veteran with proven expertise in team management and firearms proficiency. Excelled in leading Downingtown Borough Police Department's patrol operations and The Municipal Drug Task Force, showcasing skills in conflict de-escalation and strategic problem-solving. Demonstrated leadership and tactical knowledge, enhancing operational readiness and inter-agency collaboration.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Sergeant
Downingtown Borough Police Department
04.2015 - Current
- Supervised and coordinated daily operations of patrol shifts.
- Answer emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners while conducting patrol duties, traffic stops and criminal investigations.
- Accompanied police officers during shifts to evaluate performance and resolve incorrect behaviors.
- Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
- Currently the Lead Officer for Downingtown's Municipal Drug Task Force
- Performed as a Swat Team Member for the Chester County Emergency Response Team.
Soldier
Army National Guard Pa
04.2012 - 04.2020
- Developed strong leadership skills through rigorous training and hands-on experience.
- Participated in joint exercises with allied forces to improve interoperability and strengthen partnerships.
- Operated as a key member of the sniper team.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Executed duties as a machine gunner within a specialized team.
Education
Certificate - Police Academy
Delaware County Community College
Media, PA12-2010
Skills
- Team management
- Drug interdiction
- Conflict de-escalation
- Patrol supervision
- Firearms proficiency
Certification
- Crisis Intervention Training Certificate
- Basic Swat School (Chester County)
- Basic Sniper School (Chester County Training Center)
- Sniper School (Army National Guard)
- Active Shooter
- FBI LEEDA - Executive Leadership
- POLEX - Police Executive Development
- POSIT - Police Supervisory In Service Training
Timeline
Police Sergeant
Downingtown Borough Police Department
04.2015 - Current
Soldier
Army National Guard Pa
04.2012 - 04.2020
- Crisis Intervention Training Certificate
- Basic Swat School (Chester County)
- Basic Sniper School (Chester County Training Center)
- Sniper School (Army National Guard)
- Active Shooter
- FBI LEEDA - Executive Leadership
- POLEX - Police Executive Development
- POSIT - Police Supervisory In Service Training
Certificate - Police Academy
Delaware County Community College
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