Heather Kolke
Brighton,MI
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with extensive experience as Deputy Chief of Police at Walled Lake Police Department. Proven track record in community engagement and staff supervision, enhancing public safety through proactive initiatives. Skilled in firearms instruction and effective communication, fostering trust and collaboration with diverse populations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Chief of Police
Walled Lake Police Department
11.2014 - Current
- Acting Police Chief for a year while Chief assisted with running the Fire Department.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to foster community engagement and strengthen trust between police and residents.
- Organized, reviewed and evaluated work of 18 sworn and non-sworn staff members.
- Enhanced community relations by implementing various outreach programs and fostering relationships with local organizations.
- Coordinated emergency management efforts during natural disasters or critical incidents, prioritizing public safety and swift recovery operations.
- Rewrote and updated comprehensive department policies and procedures.
Police Officer
Hamtramck Police Department
08.2014 - 11.2014
- Enforced traffic regulations to enhance roadway safety and reduce accidents.
- Conducted thorough investigations of criminal activities, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Collaborated with community members to build trust and address public safety concerns.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- 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.
Police Officer
Canton Township Police Department
03.2002 - 09.2013
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
Education
Master of Science - Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Tech
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI12-2020
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Madonna University
Livonia, MI05-2019
No Degree - Police Executives' And New Chiefs' School
Michigan Association of Police Chiefs (MACP)
Lansing, MI04-2019
No Degree - Executive Leadership- Certificate
Eastern Michigan- Staff And Command Executive
Ypsilanti, MI10-2017
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MI12-2001
Certificate - Police Academy
Wayne County Regional Police Academy
Garden City, MI12-2001
Skills
- Staff supervision
- Firearms Instructor
- Taser Instructor
- ALICE Instructor
- SFST's
- Clemis, Lein and Talon experience
Timeline
Deputy Chief of Police
Walled Lake Police Department
11.2014 - Current
Police Officer
Hamtramck Police Department
08.2014 - 11.2014
Police Officer
Canton Township Police Department
03.2002 - 09.2013
Master of Science - Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Tech
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Madonna University
No Degree - Police Executives' And New Chiefs' School
Michigan Association of Police Chiefs (MACP)
No Degree - Executive Leadership- Certificate
Eastern Michigan- Staff And Command Executive
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Schoolcraft College
Certificate - Police Academy
Wayne County Regional Police Academy