Jason A. Brodt
Pequot Lakes,MN
Summary
Forward-thinking professional with solid history of accomplishment in settings. Keep operations smooth and consistent to maintain company stability and sustainability. Articulate and personable leader with excellent program management, strategic planning, and operational oversight abilities.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sergeant, Executive Officer to Deputy Chief of Operations
Saint Paul Police Department
St. Paul, MN
02.2023 - 11.2024
- Oversaw operations for three patrol districts and Canine Unit, ensuring effective management.
- Reviewed use of force incidents and prepared detailed reports for administration.
- Led uniform committee to establish and enforce uniform standards across the department.
- Acted as liaison for communication center, improving interdepartmental coordination.
- Managed contracts, procurement, and purchasing processes to enhance division efficiency.
- Developed policies to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness within the division.
- Oversaw FTO program and documentation, representing operations division requirements.
Administrative Sergeant
Saint Paul Police Department
Saint Paul, MN
12.2021 - 02.2023
- Oversaw Eastern District payroll operations to ensure timely and accurate processing.
- Coordinated FTO program for Eastern District, enhancing training and development.
- Managed fleet logistics and maintenance for Eastern District vehicles and equipment.
- Executed additional assigned duties to support overall district objectives.
Sergeant, Patrol Supervisor
Saint Paul Police Department
Saint Paul, MN
11.2019 - 12.2021
- Supervised shift of patrol officers to ensure operational effectiveness.
- Approved and managed scheduling for optimal resource allocation.
- Oversaw report approval process to maintain accuracy and compliance.
- Acted as Mobile Field Force Supervisor, coordinating responses in critical situations.
- Led BRRT operations, focusing on rapid response and team coordination.
- Served as Crisis Negotiator, effectively resolving high-stakes incidents.
Head Canine Trainer
Saint Paul Police Department
Saint Paul, MN
08.2012 - 11.2018
- Oversaw 18 Canine Handler Teams, ensuring operational effectiveness and high training standards.
- Developed and implemented training curriculum to enhance handler performance.
- Managed Basic Canine Handlers School, fostering skill development in new handlers.
- Conducted bi-weekly canine training sessions to maintain team readiness and proficiency.
- Supervised four assistant canine trainers to support training initiatives and participant engagement.
- Coordinated dog procurement processes to secure high-quality canine assets for units.
- Managed canine equipment for units, ensuring proper maintenance and availability.
- Served as City of Saint Paul's canine expert, providing guidance on training protocols.
- Patrol/EOD/ SWAT K9 handler
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Assistant Canine Trainer
Saint Paul Police Department
Saint Paul, MN
03.2005 - 08.2012
- Supported head canine trainer in various tasks as required.
- Assisted bi-weekly maintenance training for canine unit to ensure operational readiness.
- Contributed to Basic Canine Handlers School by providing necessary assistance.
Canine Handler
Saint Paul Police Department
Saint Paul, MN
03.2000 - 03.2005
- K9 handler focused on Patrol, EOD, and SWAT functions
Police Officer
Saint Paul Police Department
Saint Paul, MN
10.1996 - 02.2000
- Served as patrol officer for Eastern and Central Districts
Patrol Officer
Prior Lake Police Department
Prior Lake, MN
01.1994 - 01.1996
- Patrol Officer (1994-1996)
- Swat Operator (1995-1996)
Education
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Criminal Justice, Minor in Traffic Safety
St. Cloud State University
St. Cloud, MN01.1994
Law Enforcement Skills Course -
Alexandria Technical College
Alexandria, MN01.1994
Skills
- Policy development
- Use of force analysis
- Procurement management
- Fleet logistics
- Resource allocation
- Incident management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship management
- Computer proficiency
- Interpersonal communication
- Data analysis
- Web design basics
Certification
- Certified Level III Patrol Dog Trainer, United States Police Canine Association
- Nationally Certified Detector Dog Trainer, United States Police Canine Association
- Nationally Certified Detector Dog Judge, United States Police Canine Association
- Nationally Certified Patrol Dog Judge, United States Police Canine Association
- Nationally Certified Tracking Dog Judge, United States Police Canine Association
Community Service
- United States Police Canine Association, National President, (2015-2019)
- National Vice President, Northwest. United States Police Canine Association (2008-2015)
- Chairman Trainers Committee, United States Police Canine Association (2011-2015)
- National Trainers Committee, United State Police Canine Association (2007-2015)
- National Rules Committee, United States Police Canine Association (2008-2015)
- Region 18 Vice President, United States Police Canine Association (2003-2008)
- Member United States Police Canine Association Region 18 (2000-Present)
- Member North American Working Dog Association (2011-Present)
- Member International Police Working Dog Association (2011-Present)
Training
- EPIC, St. Paul, MN (2020)
- FBI Negotiator Course, September 2020, Cottage Grove, MN
- Grey Area Thinking, St. Paul, MN (2019)
- Warrants and Affidavits, St. Paul (2019)
- Search and Seizure, St. Paul, MN (2019)
- Writing the Search Warrant, St. Paul, MN (2019)
- Pepperball Training, St. Paul, MN (2019)
- Crisis Intervention Training, St. Paul, MN (2019)
- Basic Canine Handler Course, St. Paul Police Canine Unit (2000, 2009)
- Basic Canine Explosives Detector Course, St. Paul Police Canine Unit (2001, 2009, 2012)
- Winnipeg Police Canine Tracking Seminar, Grand Forks, ND (2005)
- ATF Control Group Explosives Odor Recognition Test, Front Royal, VA (2005)
- Incident Response to Terrorist Bombings, Soccoro, NM (2011)
- USPCA National Field Trials and Seminars- 2001 (Mille Lacs, MN), 2002 (Plant City, FL), 2003 (Atlantic City, NJ), 2004 (Huntsville, AL), 2006 (St. Paul, MN), 2007 (Lakeland, FL), 2009 (Des Moines, IA), 2010 (Hammond, LA), 2011 (Detroit Lakes, MN), 2012 (Punta Gorda, FL), 2015 (Wilson, NC), 2016 (Springfield, ILL), 2016 (Gloucster, NJ), 2017 (Foley, AL), 2018 (Huntsville, AL)
- K9 Legal Updates Seminar, Hudson, WI (2010)
- Neutz Seminar, LaCrosse WI (2010)
- Canine Tactical Operations (SKIDDS/CATS), Anoka, MN (2011)
- HITS, K9 Seminar, Seattle, WA (2012)
- K9 Cop Magazine Seminar, Nashville, TN (2012)
- HITS, K9 Seminar, St.Louis, MO (2013)
- HITS, K9 Seminar, Phoenix, AZ (2014)
- Police K9 Seminar, Saint Paul , MN (2014)
- Explosive Handler/Evaluator Course, Saint Paul/MSP Airport (2014)
- Police Decoy Seminar, 2017 (Oxford, FL)
- USPCA National Seminar, 2017 (Anniston, AL)
- USPCA National Seminar, 2018 (St. Paul, MN)
INSTRUCTING EXPERIENCE
- St. Paul Police Firearms & RRA, Inservice and PDI (2010-2024)
- St. Paul Police Basic Canine Handlers School (2006-2018)
- St. Paul Police Canine Detector School (2004-2018)
- St. Paul Police Department Wide Canine In-Service (January 2009)
- Others Available upon request
CANINE CERTIFICATIONS/AWARD HIGHLIGHTS/CHIEF JUDGING EXPERIENCE
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Sergeant, Executive Officer to Deputy Chief of Operations
Saint Paul Police Department
02.2023 - 11.2024
Administrative Sergeant
Saint Paul Police Department
12.2021 - 02.2023
Sergeant, Patrol Supervisor
Saint Paul Police Department
11.2019 - 12.2021
Head Canine Trainer
Saint Paul Police Department
08.2012 - 11.2018
Assistant Canine Trainer
Saint Paul Police Department
03.2005 - 08.2012
Canine Handler
Saint Paul Police Department
03.2000 - 03.2005
Police Officer
Saint Paul Police Department
10.1996 - 02.2000
Patrol Officer
Prior Lake Police Department
01.1994 - 01.1996
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Criminal Justice, Minor in Traffic Safety
St. Cloud State University
Law Enforcement Skills Course -
Alexandria Technical College