Jeffrey Checkland
Tooele
Summary
Dedicated law enforcement professional with extensive experience as a Police Officer for Grantsville City, skilled in crisis intervention and conflict de-escalation. Proven track record of enhancing public safety through proactive policing and effective communication, resulting in reduced criminal activity. CPR/First Aid certified, committed to fostering trust within the community.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Grantsville City
09.2022 - Current
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Trained other officers in firearms and self-defense tactics.
Corrections Deputy
Tooele County Chamber Of Commerce
07.2016 - 09.2022
- Enforced facility rules fairly and consistently, fostering order and respect among inmates.
- Managed crisis situations effectively through de-escalation techniques, maintaining safety for both staff and inmates.
- Served as a liaison between inmates, staff, and families during visitations, promoting positive relationships while maintaining security protocols.
- Inspected facilities and living quarters to verify each met state and federal standards.
- Assisted in mediating disputes between inmates, promoting a peaceful and cooperative living environment.
Corrections Officer
Utah Department Of Corrections
04.2015 - 06.2016
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations.
- Supported successful emergency response efforts by participating in regular drills and training exercises.
- Prevented contraband introduction through diligent cell searches and visitor screenings.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure and orderly environment within the correctional facility.
- Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
- Reduced escape attempts, crimes, and other hazardous activity through close observation and situational awareness.
- Promoted a positive environment for rehabilitation with effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
- Safeguarded public safety by ensuring strict adherence to established policies governing the transportation of inmates between facilities or court proceedings.
- Examined incoming and outgoing mail to detect contraband.
- Received and processed inmates into custody of institution by searching prisoners and taking charge of personal property.
- Drove passenger vehicles and trucks to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals, and work sites.
Education
Law Enforcement Officer Certification - Law Enforcement
Salt Lake Community College
410 W 9800 S Sandy UT04.2012
Plumbing And Gasfitting Tickets - Plumbing And 2nd Class Gasfitting
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton Alberta Canada02.2008
High School Diploma -
Harry Ainley High School
Edmonton Alberta Canada06.2001
Skills
- Report writing
- Integrity and honesty
- Conflict de-escalation
- Relationship building and management
- De-escalation techniques
- Patience and empathy
- Crisis intervention and deescalation
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Criminal law
- Police reports
- Law enforcement
- Emergency response
- Mental resilience
- Courtroom testimony
- Court testimony
- Traffic laws
- Traffic control
- Fingerprinting
- Traffic direction
- Civil laws
- Weapons safety
- CPR/First aid certified
- Radar speed measurement
- Firearms proficiency
- Firearms training specialist
- Patrol
- Defense and arrest tactics (DAAT)
- Arrest techniques
- Conflict resolution tactics
- Decision-making
- Critical thinking
- First aid
- Weapons training
Certification
Law Enforcement Officer. Special Functions Officer. Basic Corrections Officer. POST Firearms instructor, Taser instructor. 90 percentile in physical fitness.
Timeline
Police Officer
Grantsville City
09.2022 - Current
Corrections Deputy
Tooele County Chamber Of Commerce
07.2016 - 09.2022
Corrections Officer
Utah Department Of Corrections
04.2015 - 06.2016
Law Enforcement Officer Certification - Law Enforcement
Salt Lake Community College
Plumbing And Gasfitting Tickets - Plumbing And 2nd Class Gasfitting
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
High School Diploma -
Harry Ainley High School
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