Douglas G. Schofield
Walden,NY
Summary
Qualified Police Sergeant with over 29 years of experience in law enforcement roles. Excellent leadership, decision-making and records management abilities with expertise in police operations and community policing.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Sergeant
Town of Cornwall Police Department
Cornwall, NY
04.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with other Supervisors to maintain consistency in all operations.
- Trained and mentored staff on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect public trust.
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
- Evaluated evidence for validity and admissibility and provided testimony during administrative and criminal court hearings.
- Responded quickly to calls, questions and complaints from citizens to help in various situations.
- Reviewed and assessed criminal prosecution information, including search warrants, citations and complaints.
- Supervised crowds at busy events and provided security services to prevent injuries.
Police Officer
Town of Cornwall Police Department
Cornwall, NY
04.2001 - Current
- Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
- Patrolled assigned areas both on foot and in motor vehicles, maintaining awareness and providing valuable community surveillance.
- Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects to conduct thorough criminal investigations.
- Communicated with victims, suspects and witnesses to gather and provide information regarding criminal events.
- Documented observations and actions by radioing information and completing reports.
- Issued traffic tickets and wrote incident reports according to department specifications.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, and compassion.
Police Officer
New York City Police Department
The Bronx, NY
01.1995 - 04.2001
- Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
- Patrolled assigned areas both on foot and in motor vehicles, maintaining awareness and providing valuable community surveillance.
- Documented observations and actions by radioing information and completing reports.
- Executed law enforcement patrol functions in assigned locations for extended periods of time.
- Issued traffic tickets and wrote incident reports according to department specifications.
Corrections Officer
Orange County Sheriff's Department
Goshen, NY
09.1993 - 01.1995
- Maintained appropriate control, security and well-being over those detained.
- Attended regular trainings and maintained appropriate certifications.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Conducted internal security checks to ascertain inmate safety.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Operated telephones, switchboards, intercoms and two-way radios to communicate with other personnel.
- Observed and directed inmates during recreation, visits, and telephone time.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
Education
350 Hour Certificaton Course - CASAC Counselor
Orange County Alcohol And Drug Abuse Counsel
Middletown, NY06.2025
Assisting Individuals/Group in Crisis - Critical Incident Stress Management
International Critical Incident Foundation
Beacon, NY09.2024
Police Supervisor - Police Supervisor
Orange County Police Academy
New Windsor, NY04.2008
Bachelor of Science - Human Services/Criminal Justice
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY05.2001
Associate of Science - Human Services
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY05.2000
Police Officer Certification - Police Academy
New York City Police Academy
New York, NY07.1995
NYS Peace Officer/Corrections - Corrections
Orange County Sheriff's Department
Goshen, NY04.1994
Skills
- Supervision & Leadership
- Planning & Organizing
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Good Work Ethic
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- People Skills
- Computer Skills
- Data Management (Crime Analysis and Data Analysis)
- Problem Resolution
Accomplishments
- Grant Author and recipient of Card Scan System ($25,000)
- Cornwall Police Department's First School Resource Officer
- Crime Scene Processing
- Evidence/ Property Room Supervisor
- Life Saving Award
- NYPD- Auto Crime Trained
- NYPD- Community Police Officer
- NYPD- Crime Analysis and Crime Mapping
- NYPD- Computer System Design and Modification
Timeline
Police Sergeant
Town of Cornwall Police Department
04.2022 - Current
Police Officer
Town of Cornwall Police Department
04.2001 - Current
Police Officer
New York City Police Department
01.1995 - 04.2001
Corrections Officer
Orange County Sheriff's Department
09.1993 - 01.1995
NYS Peace Officer/Corrections - Corrections
Orange County Sheriff's Department
Police Officer Certification - Police Academy
New York City Police Academy
Associate of Science - Human Services
SUNY Empire State College
Bachelor of Science - Human Services/Criminal Justice
SUNY Empire State College
Police Supervisor - Police Supervisor
Orange County Police Academy
350 Hour Certificaton Course - CASAC Counselor
Orange County Alcohol And Drug Abuse Counsel
Assisting Individuals/Group in Crisis - Critical Incident Stress Management
International Critical Incident Foundation