Police Sergeant
Milwaukee Police Department
Milwaukee, WI
06.2024 - Current
- Served as a field supervisor during special events or operations requiring additional staffing levels.
- Assigned, coordinated and reviewed the work of police officers.
- Ensured that all personnel met department standards for performance and conduct.
- Reviewed incident reports prepared by subordinate officers for accuracy and completeness prior to submission.
- Analyzed crime trends within their jurisdiction to identify areas needing additional resources or attention.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss current events and issues.
- Investigated complaints against officers or civilian employees in accordance with established policy.
- Maintained records of case dispositions, arrests made by assigned personnel and other relevant data points.
- Responded to emergency calls for service as needed.
- Provided training to officers on applicable state laws, local ordinances and departmental policies and procedures.
- Prepared written reports detailing investigative activities and findings.
- Evaluated the performance of assigned personnel through observation, review of reports and other methods.
- Performed supervisory duties such as developing goals, evaluating job performance, approving leave requests and maintaining discipline.
- Attended court hearings related to criminal cases involving subordinate officers.
- Coordinated investigations into major crimes or incidents within their jurisdiction.
- Interpreted laws, regulations, policies and procedures to subordinates.
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
- Supervised crowds at busy events and provided security services to prevent injuries.
- Trained and mentored staff on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect public trust.
- Informed shift officers of properties to watch and noted criminals understood to be in patrol areas.
- Monitored serving of warrants and assisted in making required arrests.
- Collaborated with divisional commanders to maintain consistency in all operations.
- Evaluated evidence for validity and admissibility and provided testimony during administrative and criminal court hearings.
- Reviewed and assessed criminal prosecution information, including search warrants, citations and complaints.
- Improved criminal investigation lead times through enhanced case management and better personnel training.
- Responded quickly to calls, questions and complaints from citizens to help in various situations.
- Developed intelligence networks within the community to identify criminals and their activities.
- Analyzed evidence collected at crime scenes for use in subsequent court proceedings.
- Apprehended suspects involved in criminal activity following a successful investigation.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings as an expert witness regarding investigative procedures employed.
- Advised patrol officers on proper handling procedures for evidence collection at crime scenes.
- Assisted prosecutors in preparing cases for trial by providing relevant facts gathered during investigations.
- Collaborated with members of multi-disciplinary teams such as SWAT units or task forces when necessary.
- Directed the surveillance of suspected criminal organizations or individuals involved in illegal activities.
- Conducted interviews and interrogations of suspects, victims, and witnesses to obtain information related to criminal activity.
- Supervised, trained, and evaluated subordinate personnel in the performance of investigative techniques.
- Participated in undercover operations involving narcotics trafficking or organized crime syndicates.
- Organized crime scene investigations by coordinating personnel, equipment, and other resources.
- Obtained warrants authorizing searches of residences or vehicles based upon probable cause criteria.
- Uncovered and corrected staffing problems.
- Offered advice, guidance and leadership to junior detectives.
- Read and evaluated case reports from each detective to assess accuracy and completeness.
- Prepared detailed reports and affidavits for courts by obtaining information through physical surveillance and thorough investigations.
- Executed and obtained search warrants and subpoenas to obtain evidence for resolution of criminal matters.
- Documented facts and statements gathered from complainants, witnesses and accused persons.
- Interviewed suspects, informants, and witnesses to gain clearer picture of criminal acts and collect statements.
- Served warrants for individuals and property searches.
- Testified under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.
- Sought out witnesses to obtain information about identifiable violations of local, state or federal statutes.
- Conducted investigations of suspects and interviewed witnesses to obtain statements.
- Opened investigations into issues brought up by individuals in community.
- Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.
- Spoke with witnesses, collected descriptions and located persons of interest.
- Produced and submitted accurate and detailed reports to complete files and support criminal cases.
- Secured evidence from crime scenes, bodies, and secondary locations, carefully following sound evidentiary practices and chain of custody requirements.
- Managed crime scene investigations by collecting evidence, performing fingerprinting and taking videos and photos of scenes.
- Bagged evidence carefully and verified submission to proper department.
- Photographed narcotic purchase transactions to compile evidence and protect undercover investigators.
- Managed surveillance of individuals, specific properties and events.