Janet Martin Conners
Chelsea,MI
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in training and developing police recruits to meet and exceed high standards. Expertise in implementing structured training programs combined with real-world scenarios to enhance learning outcomes. Proven ability to foster teamwork and cultivate critical thinking skills in high-pressure situations, ensuring recruits are well-prepared for the challenges of law enforcement. Committed to promoting a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within the training environment.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Academy Instructor
Washtenaw Community College
06.2016 - Current
- Firearms Instructor - Live fire range, MILO, Matt Room
- Environmental Crimes Instructor
- Civil Process Instructor
Detective Sergeant
University of Michigan Department of Police and Public Safety
05.2015 - 08.2020
- Review criminal complaints, assign cases to detectives for further investigation and submission to prosecutor for warrant requests
- Review follow-up and supplemental reports submitted by detectives, upload digitally to prosecutor for review and warrant request
- Assist detectives with investigations when needed, organize and initiate search warrants necessary for further evidence collection
- Manage Special Victim’s Unit
- Filled in for road patrol Sergeant as needed
- Responsible for scheduling, time-sheet approval and annual performance appraisals
- Additional Responsibilities Included
- Coordinate Motorcycle Patrol Unit
- Pressure Point Control Tactics/Use of Force Instructor
- Lead Firearms Instructor
- Sims Force on Force Instructor
- Conduct Annual Police force on force training
- First Aid Instructor
- Manage Hiring, training and retention unit
- Create and manage oral board interviews for potential police candidates
- Volunteer and assist with annual “Purple Run” for Domestic Violence Fundraiser
- Firearms Instructor and Environmental Crimes Instructor at Washtenaw Police Academy 2016 - Present
Patrol Sergeant
University of Michigan Department of Police and Public Safety
06.1993 - 08.2020
- Supervise road patrol officers, days/afternoons/midnight shifts
- Review all criminal and civil complaints, routing to Detective Bureau for further investigation
- Respond to high risk road patrol incidents such as: criminal arrests, building alarms, gas leaks, chemical spills, etc.
- Supervise Community Policing officers
- Coordinate Motor Unit Team
- Complete internal investigation assignments relating to complaints filed by citizens
- Supervise and coordinate officers at Michigan home sporting events
- Responsible for scheduling, time-sheet approval and annual performance appraisals
Police Officer
University of Michigan Department of Police and Public Safety
10.1990 - 06.1993
- Patrol Ann Arbor campus to insure a safe and secure environment for all persons
- Community Policing concept - worked with faculty, staff and students on campus
- Investigate criminal and civil offenses, question parties involved to determine factual evidence to make recommendations to detective bureau for further follow-up
- Investigate traffic accidents and offenses
- Serve subpoenas, warrants and interview victims, witnesses, suspects, etc.
- Issue appropriate citations when necessary
- Prepare for court cases and trials
- Police duties at all UM home football games and other special events, including dignitary protection
Public Safety Officer
University of Michigan Department of Police and Public Safety
11.1978 - 06.1990
- Non-sworn position at University of Michigan Medical Center and Central Campus
- Patrol medical center and central campus to ensure a safe and secure environment for all persons
- File reports, including criminal and civil incidents
- Assist patients, visitors and staff at the medical center
- Physically secure medical buildings and central campus buildings
Education
Certifiable MCOLES -
Washtenaw Police Academy
07.1990
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice Administration
Concordia University
Ann Arbor05.2005
Skills
- Certified firearms instructor
- Human resources and training head
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Supervision of patrol operations
- Supervision of special events (football, basketball, concerts, etc)
- Detective - Investigative experience
- Detective Sergeant - Investigative supervisor
- Supervisory role - Special Victims Unit
Certification
Firearms Instructor and
Close Combat Firearms Instructor
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Timeline
Police Academy Instructor
Washtenaw Community College
06.2016 - Current
Detective Sergeant
University of Michigan Department of Police and Public Safety
05.2015 - 08.2020
Patrol Sergeant
University of Michigan Department of Police and Public Safety
06.1993 - 08.2020
Police Officer
University of Michigan Department of Police and Public Safety
10.1990 - 06.1993
Public Safety Officer
University of Michigan Department of Police and Public Safety
11.1978 - 06.1990
Certifiable MCOLES -
Washtenaw Police Academy
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice Administration
Concordia University