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JAY KUROWSKI

Alpena,MI

Summary

A highly experienced professional with a bachelor's degree from Central Michigan University and over 25 years of expertise with the Michigan State Police. Possessing a solid foundation in criminal investigation, road patrol, conducting interviews, fraud and identity theft, traffic crash investigation, community engagement/public speaking, pre-employment background investigations, and undercover operations. Seeking an opportunity to leverage this diverse skill set in a fresh and meaningful manner within a new environment.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Operations Division, Marine Services Team

Michigan Department of State Police
Lansing/Alpena, MI
07.2019 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Recovered lost items and performed recovery operations in challenging underwater conditions.
  • Utilized advanced diving techniques for specialized projects such as deep and swift water diving.
  • Conducted detailed underwater inspections for structural integrity and potential hazards.
  • Discovered and recovered items such as vehicles, weapons, and missing persons from rivers and lakes.
  • Performed vehicle stops for violations such as speeding or driving under the influence, ensuring roadways remained safe for all users.

Trooper

Michigan Department of State Police
Alpena, MI
07.2014 - 07.2019

Alpena Post:

  • Provided a visible presence in the community, promoting trust and deterring potential criminal activities.
  • Exercised sound judgment under high-pressure situations, making critical decisions that protected lives and property.
  • Reduced criminal activities by performing thorough investigations and apprehending suspects when necessary.
  • Responded to calls for service with professionalism, providing assistance and support to citizens during times of crisis or distress.
  • Improved public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency situations in a timely manner.
  • Developed arrest, unlawful activity and incident reports.
  • Conducted thorough background checks on individuals seeking employment within sensitive positions or requiring access to secure areas.
  • Field Training Officer to new troopers during their initial training period, offering guidance and support to help them navigate the challenges of their new role.
  • Trained department personnel in defensive tactics.
  • Recovered lost items and performed recovery operations in challenging underwater conditions.
  • Discovered and recovered items such as vehicles and weapons from rivers and lakes.
  • Traffic crash investigation

3rd District Hometown Security Team

Michigan Department of State Police
Flint, MI
06.2014 - 07.2014

3rd District Headquarters:

  • Performed vehicle stops for violations such as speeding or driving under the influence, ensuring roadways remained safe for all users.
  • Reduced criminal activities by performing thorough investigations and apprehending suspects when necessary.
  • Identified controlled substances and contraband by conducting comprehensive searches of people and property.
  • Conducted searches of individuals and vehicles.

Trooper

Michigan Department of State Police
Freeland, MI
10.2013 - 07.2014

Tri-City Post:

  • Enhanced community relations through participation in local events, presentations, and educational outreach programs.
  • Communicated effectively with citizens from diverse backgrounds while addressing their concerns or providing assistance as needed.
  • Field Training Officer for new troopers during their initial training period, offering guidance and support to help them navigate the challenges of their new role.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
  • Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
  • Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
  • Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
  • Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
  • Trained department personnel in defensive tactics.
  • Conducted detailed investigations, gathering evidence, and interviewing witnesses for successful case resolution.
  • Traffic crash investigation.

Community Service Trooper

Michigan Department of State Police
Freeland, MI
08.2012 - 10.2013

Tri-City Post:

  • Provided a visible presence in the community, promoting trust and deterring potential criminal activities.
  • Enhanced community relations through participation in local events, presentations, and educational outreach programs.
  • Communicated effectively with citizens from diverse backgrounds while addressing their concerns or providing assistance as needed.
  • Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
  • Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
  • Assisted in special projects and crime prevention programs.
  • Trained department personnel in defensive tactics.
  • Trained patrol officers in methods for spotting drug transport vehicles and low-level operatives.
  • Enhanced public safety by participating in community outreach programs to educate citizens on the dangers of illegal drug use.
  • Supported patrol officers with expertise on drug identification and field testing procedures during traffic stops or arrest situations involving suspected narcotics violations.

Trooper

Michigan Department of State Police
Bay City, MI
04.2005 - 08.2012

Bay City Post:

  • Performed vehicle stops for violations such as speeding or driving under the influence, ensuring roadways remained safe for all users.
  • Provided a visible presence in the community, promoting trust and deterring potential criminal activities.
  • Acted calmly and efficiently in emergency and serious situations.
  • Reduced criminal activities by performing thorough investigations and apprehending suspects when necessary.
  • Improved public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency situations in a timely manner.
  • Participated in specialized training programs to maintain a high level of proficiency in law enforcement techniques and procedures.
  • Searched vehicles, buildings, homes and properties for evidence and stolen property.
  • Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
  • Responded to calls for service with professionalism, providing assistance and support to citizens during times of crisis or distress.
  • Trained department personnel in defense tactics.

Bay Area Narcotics Enforcement Team

Michigan Department of State Police
Saginaw, MI
08.2007 - 07.2010
  • Reduced criminal activities by performing thorough investigations and apprehending suspects when necessary.
  • Served as a liaison between the department and other law enforcement agencies, collaborating on joint operations or sharing information to resolve cases effectively.
  • Participated in specialized training programs to maintain a high level of proficiency in law enforcement techniques and procedures.
  • Searched vehicles, buildings, homes and properties for evidence and stolen property.
  • Participated in joint task forces targeting specific criminal organizations or illegal activities within the jurisdictional area served.
  • Identified controlled substances and contraband by conducting comprehensive searches of people and property.
  • Conducted investigations into Illegal drugs trade, gun trafficking and organized crime.
  • Used crime scene equipment to identify, collect, analyze and preserve physical evidence at crime scenes.
  • Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
  • Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
  • Investigated complaints brought by members of community by conducting interviews and compiling evidence.
  • Worked undercover operations as buyer to uncover criminal activities and gather evidence for cases.
  • Assisted other detectives with non-narcotic related cases when necessary, leveraging skills developed while working on narcotic cases for increased departmental efficiency.
  • Operated undercover to gain intelligence on drug movements and related players.
  • Recovered significant quantities of illegal drugs and contraband by executing search warrants at targeted locations.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills when working with diverse populations, building rapport with both victims and witnesses to gain crucial information for narcotics cases.
  • Completed extensive paperwork and documentation requirements related to search warrants, evidence handling, and case management, ensuring proper procedures were followed at all times.
  • Identified and apprehended narcotics offenders by conducting thorough investigations, undercover operations, and surveillance techniques.
  • Secured numerous informants providing information about drug activities in urban, rural and suburban areas.
  • Prioritized workloads effectively by focusing on high-impact cases while still managing the demands of multiple concurrent investigations.
  • Conducted street buys to identify and capture local dealers.
  • Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
  • Interviewed witnesses and interrogated suspects to obtain additional information about criminal activities.

Trooper

Michigan Department of State Police
Detroit, MI
01.2001 - 04.2005

Detroit Post:

  • Performed vehicle stops for violations such as speeding or driving under the influence, ensuring roadways remained safe for all users.
  • Collaborated with other troopers, sharing information and supporting each other during challenging situations.
  • Acted calmly and efficiently in emergency and serious situations such as high-speed vehicle chases and standoffs.
  • Reduced criminal activities by performing thorough investigations and apprehending suspects when necessary.
  • Improved public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency situations in a timely manner.
  • Participated in specialized training programs to maintain a high level of proficiency in law enforcement techniques and procedures.
  • Communicated effectively with citizens from diverse backgrounds while addressing their concerns or providing assistance as needed.
  • Facilitated the smooth flow of traffic during major events or incidents by coordinating with local agencies and providing crowd control assistance when necessary.
  • Assisted with traffic control during accidents or other incidents, ensuring the safe movement of vehicles and pedestrians.
  • Served active warrants and subpoenas and patrolled designated districts in patrol cars.
  • Participated in joint task forces targeting specific criminal organizations or illegal activities within the jurisdictional area served.
  • Assisted fellow troopers during high-risk situations by providing backup support or tactical expertise when required.
  • Performed high-speed vehicle pursuits to apprehend criminal suspects.
  • Identified controlled substances and contraband by conducting comprehensive searches of people and property.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
  • Promoted safe driving conditions by quickly identifying and removing disabled vehicles and obstructions from roadways.
  • Conducted investigations into Illegal drugs trade, gun trafficking and organized crime.
  • Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
  • Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
  • Trained department personnel in defensive tactics.
  • Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
  • Exercised sound judgment under high-pressure situations, making critical decisions that protected lives and property.
  • Developed strong working relationships with other law enforcement agencies for coordinated efforts in crime prevention initiatives.
  • Train department personnel in defensive tactics.

Trooper

Michigan Department of State Police
Lakeview, MI
01.1999 - 01.2001
  • Performed vehicle stops for violations such as speeding or driving under the influence, ensuring roadways remained safe for all users.
  • Collaborated with other troopers, sharing information and supporting each other during challenging situations.
  • Acted calmly and efficiently in emergency and serious situations such as high-speed vehicle chases and standoffs.
  • Reduced criminal activities by performing thorough investigations and apprehending suspects when necessary.
  • Improved public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency situations in a timely manner.
  • Participated in specialized training programs to maintain a high level of proficiency in law enforcement techniques and procedures.
  • Searched vehicles, buildings, homes and properties for evidence and stolen property.
  • Conducted searches for missing persons or fugitives, utilizing various resources and working closely with other law enforcement agencies.
  • Performed high-speed vehicle pursuits to apprehend criminal suspects.
  • Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
  • Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
  • Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
  • Responded to calls for service with professionalism, providing assistance and support to citizens during times of crisis or distress.

Recruit

Michigan Department of State Police
Lansing, MI
08.1998 - 01.1999
  • Recruit training - member of 117th Trooper Recruit School.
  • Received MCOLES certification.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Central Michigan University
05.2000

Skills

  • Defensive Tactics Instructor Trainer
  • Defensive Tactics Instructor
  • Field Training Officer
  • Basic and Advanced Narcotics School
  • Covert surveillance
  • Raid Entry
  • Methamphetamine/Clandestine Lab Responder
  • 19th MSP Basic Dive School
  • Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE)
  • DataMaster Service Technician
  • Basic/Advanced REID
  • Forensic Interviewing Protocol
  • Advanced Topics in Social Media Investigations
  • Using Social Media Networks as an Investigative Tool
  • Financial Investigations Practical Skills
  • Background Investigator
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Multitasking
  • Critical Thinking
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Decision-Making
  • Verbal Communication
  • Social media investigations
  • Identity theft investigation
  • Insurance/credit card fraud investigation
  • Interview and interrogation

Awardsrecognition

  • 2002 - Lifesaving Award - Bridge Jumper
  • 2003 - Professional Excellence Award (2) - Auto Theft Investigation
  • 2005 - Professional Excellence Award - Critical Incident
  • 2006 - Meritorious Service Award - Human Trafficking Investigation
  • 2010 - Oscar G. Olander Award (Gold) - Driving Award
  • 2013 - Professional Excellence Award - Michigan Right to Work Demonstration
  • 2019 - FTO Recognition

Timeline

Special Operations Division, Marine Services Team

Michigan Department of State Police
07.2019 - Current

Trooper

Michigan Department of State Police
07.2014 - 07.2019

3rd District Hometown Security Team

Michigan Department of State Police
06.2014 - 07.2014

Trooper

Michigan Department of State Police
10.2013 - 07.2014

Community Service Trooper

Michigan Department of State Police
08.2012 - 10.2013

Bay Area Narcotics Enforcement Team

Michigan Department of State Police
08.2007 - 07.2010

Trooper

Michigan Department of State Police
04.2005 - 08.2012

Trooper

Michigan Department of State Police
01.2001 - 04.2005

Trooper

Michigan Department of State Police
01.1999 - 01.2001

Recruit

Michigan Department of State Police
08.1998 - 01.1999

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Central Michigan University
JAY KUROWSKI