Jay Mitchener
Marion,Indiana
Summary
A personal goal of mine is to obtain and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges to best utilize the interpersonal, time management, and problem-solving abilities that have been acquired and learned during my professional career..
Team contributor with strong organizational capabilities and experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Trained to incorporate logic to make rational decisions based on facts, rather than opinions or inferences.
As a crime scene investigator, guided a team with the meticulous processing of various crime scenes, ensuring all facets of the crime scene investigation have been thoroughly completed.
Dedicated professional with history of meeting and exceeding expectations by utilizing consistent and organized practices.
Skilled and experienced in working under pressure and adapting to new ideas, situations, and challenges.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Department of Veterans Affairs
02.2024 - Current
- Physically protects the Department of Veteran Affairs (buildings and grounds), patients, visitors, and staff from threats of crime and disruption; preserves law and order; and serves as a deterrent to crime and other violations of laws, rules, and regulations.
- Performs protective services, safeguards Federally-owned buildings and property, and protects government equipment and property.
- Subdues persons causing disturbance or who threaten harm to themselves or others.
- Prepares report of activities and events that occurred during shift.
- Utilizes clear communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport and relationships with patients, staff, and visitors.
- Implemented a juvenile curfew ordinance to decrease the risk in a juvenile becoming a suspect or a victim of a crime.
Police Officer/Detective/Crime Scene Investigator
Marion Police Department
04.2004 - 04.2024
- Led a team of investigators in examining and processing crime scenes
- Completed thorough and detailed case reports in a timely manner
- Documented crime scenes by means of photography, diagrams, and written reports
- Identified, photographed, and collected items of evidence such as latent fingerprints, tire impressions, tool marks and other biological and physical evidence for investigation
- Created and implemented new filing processes for arrest reports and affidavits for search and arrest warrants
- Scheduled interview times for victims, witnesses, and suspects
- Methodically managed and prioritized approximately 15-20 open cases on a consistent basis.
Jail Officer
Grant County Sheriff's Office
01.2001 - 03.2004
- Enforced all jail rules and regulations
- Completed case reports for criminal offenses committed by detainees
- Observed inmates individually and as group to identify possible conflicts and implement de-escalation tactics
- Received and processed inmates and physically searched and secured all of their personal property
- Maintained jail security by conducting security checks within cell blocks and performed and inspected each cell for contraband
- Observed the behaviors and movements of approximately 250 inmates individually and as group to spot conflicts and implement de-escalation tactics.
Tool and Die Apprentice
Hercules Machine Tool & Die
10.1994 - 12.2000
- Polished and refined tool surfaces, both flat and contoured using abrasive stones, power grinders and emery cloths
- Set up and operated drill presses to drill and tap holes in parts for assembly
- Also utilized lathes, grinders, shapers, and CNC machines
- Inspected final products for quality and functionality
- Adjusted and ground dies, tools, and parts to specific tolerances to ensure quality control and usability
Senior Airman
United States Air Force
02.1990 - 02.1994
- Managed receiving, stocking, storage, and issuance of equipment and supplies
- Managed item, monetary and inventory controls, and warehousing functions for accountable assets
- Performed inventories and ensured timely documentation and reporting of discrepancies
- Processed and entered requisitions into database and provided proactive customer service
- Maintained excellent working relationships with personnel by efficiently responding to inquiries and complaints concerning work orders, invoices, and shipments
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with executive staff to resolve invoicing and inventory issues
Education
Certified Federal Law Enforcement Officer - VA Police Officer Standardized Training Course
Law Enforcement Training Center
Little Rock, Arkansas08-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management With Project Management Focus
Eastern Gateway Community College
Youngstown, OH05.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN05.2017
Jail Officer - undefined
Grant County Sheriff's Office
Marion, IN03.2004
Tool and Die Apprenticeship - undefined
Hercules Machine Tool & Die
Warren, MI12.2000
Senior Airman - undefined
United States Air Force
K.I. Sawyer Air Force Base, Michigan02.1994
Skills
- Leadership experience
- Communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Detailed report writing
- Ethical and honest
- Team collaboration
- Community relations
- Crisis intervention and deescalation
- Schedule setting
- Data-driven approaches
- Planning and coordination
Certification
- Certified Federal Law Enforcement Officer, 8/2024
- Certified Crime Scene Investigator, 10/2015
- Certified Law Enforcement Officer, 10/2004
Accomplishments
- Gulf War Veteran
- City of Marion (IN) Employee of the Month
Hobbies and Interests
- Attending a variety of racing events
- Road trips on our Harley Davidson Ultra Classic
Timeline
Police Officer
Department of Veterans Affairs
02.2024 - Current
Police Officer/Detective/Crime Scene Investigator
Marion Police Department
04.2004 - 04.2024
Jail Officer
Grant County Sheriff's Office
01.2001 - 03.2004
Tool and Die Apprentice
Hercules Machine Tool & Die
10.1994 - 12.2000
Senior Airman
United States Air Force
02.1990 - 02.1994
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Indiana Wesleyan University
Jail Officer - undefined
Grant County Sheriff's Office
Tool and Die Apprenticeship - undefined
Hercules Machine Tool & Die
Senior Airman - undefined
United States Air Force
Certified Federal Law Enforcement Officer - VA Police Officer Standardized Training Course
Law Enforcement Training Center
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management With Project Management Focus
Eastern Gateway Community College
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