Jeffrey Olson
Bismarck,ND
Summary
Dedicated public servant with 15 years of Law Enforcement experience. Demonstrated success in monitoring public safety through patrol details and community events. Proven leader with great and detail oriented observation skills. Goal oriented with calm and focused demeanor in stressful situations. Proven skills in verbal de-escalation techniques with excellent problem solving capabilities. Skilled at investigating crimes and accidents while identifying and preserving evidence. Lead by example with good ethics and values.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Sheriff - Lieutenant
Burleigh County Sheriff's Department
2009.04 - Current
- Supervise 86 total staff including Sergeants, Corporals, Detention Officers, and administrative staff.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports, and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
- Identified suspicious activity and conducted interviews with witnesses to build cases.
- Interviewed criminal targets and witnesses to uncover facts for verification and authentication.
- Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety of 300+ inmates and guards.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities..
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
- 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.
North Dakota State Capital Security Officer
North Dakota Highway Patrol
2008.10 - 2009.04
- Provided security for State Governor, Governor's residence, North Dakota Capital and Supreme Court.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in department vehicle and on foot.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
2004.08 - 2008.08
- Trained, supervised and organized over 40 Marines, Sailors and personnel.
- Managed hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of equipment during garrison and deployment operations.
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
- Supervised firing platoon, maintained firing capability and organized platoon defense.
- Directed tactical operations in complex and challenging environments.
- Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
- Planned and coordinated tactical movements of personnel and equipment.
- Created contingency plans to address unexpected tactical scenarios.
Education
Graduate - Advanced Leadership
FBI National Academy Session 279
Quantico, VA03.2020
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Bismarck State College
Bismarck, ND05.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Management
Bismarck State College
Bismarck, ND12.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Bismarck State College
Bismarck, ND12.2009
Skills
- Emergency Management
- Effective Leadership
- Suspicious Activity Monitoring
- Crime Prevention
- Safety and Security
- Incident Investigation
- Local, State and Federal Regulations
- Investigative Reports
- Staff Management
- Background Investigations
- Public Disturbance Resolution
- Search and Rescue Operations
Accomplishments
Supervise 86+ staff. Conduct training, education, review reports, mentor, counsel, investigate, discipline.
2022 - PATC Leadership Award
2021 - Knight of Justice Award
2021 - Lifesaving Award (3rd award)
2020 - FBI National Academy graduate
2017 - Internal Affairs investigations level I, II
2016 - Background Investigations for public safety positions
2015-2016 - VFW National Law Enforcement Award
2015 - International Association of Chiefs and police - Leadership in Police Organizations
2015 - Employee of the year - Sheriff
2015 - Reid Interview and Interrogation
2015 - Subconscious Communication - Interview and Interrogation
2014 - ND B.C.I. - Basic Criminal Investigations
2011 - Knight of Justice Award
2011-2021 Certified Hostage Negotiator - West Dakota SWAT Team (Assistant Team Leader)
2011-2022 Burleigh County Water Rescue and Recovery
2015-2023 K9 Unit Supervisor / K9 Handler
Affiliations
FBI National Academy Associates
North Dakota Fraternal Order of Police
International Association of Chiefs and Police
North Dakota Peace Officers Association
Marine Corps League
Military Vehicle Preservation Association
Certification
- CFR - Certified First Responder
- Certified Level I, II Crisis/Hostage Negotiator
- CPR First Aid
- Crisis Intervention Team certified
- ND Peace Officer license
- ND Post Certified Law Enforcement Instructor
- NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Test Instructor
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff - Lieutenant
Burleigh County Sheriff's Department
2009.04 - Current
North Dakota State Capital Security Officer
North Dakota Highway Patrol
2008.10 - 2009.04
Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
2004.08 - 2008.08
Graduate - Advanced Leadership
FBI National Academy Session 279
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Bismarck State College
Associate of Applied Science - Management
Bismarck State College
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Bismarck State College
- CFR - Certified First Responder
- Certified Level I, II Crisis/Hostage Negotiator
- CPR First Aid
- Crisis Intervention Team certified
- ND Peace Officer license
- ND Post Certified Law Enforcement Instructor
- NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Test Instructor
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