Jeremy McKenzie
Summary
I am an experienced Sergeant with an accomplished law enforcement career focused on public safety. My broad background includes over sixteen years in corrections, local police, state police, and special investigations. I seek professional opportunities to expand my skills while sharing my competencies with the next generation of officers.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sergeant
State Information And Analysis Center/ SBI
06.2022 - Current
- Professionally represent the Department of Public Safety at trainings, seminars, community events, and law enforcement meetings.
- Supervise SBI's Community Outreach Team comprised of agents and civilian staff including recruiting, hiring, training and performance management.
- Utilize interpersonal skills to develop crucial relationships with vulnerable community groups such as religious organizations, non-profit establishments, and refugee societies.
- Develop safety protocol and provide ongoing law enforcement support to primary and secondary school administrations
- Supervise and coordinate UHP Troopers, SBI Agents and Victim Advocates to conduct criminal investigations and intelligence-led policing related to sensitive populations and people in crisis.
- Synchronize areas of responsibility of local, state, and federal police agencies during major crimes investigations.
- Collaborate with all stakeholders in the criminal justice system to deliver positive outcomes for frequent offenders.
Sergeant
Utah Highway Patrol
02.2021 - 06.2022
- Supervised a crew of Troopers providing support of incident management, policy adherence, public interactions, and officer wellness.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help citizens in need.
- Utilized excellent communication skills to deescalate critical situations.
- Completed detail-oriented reports in a timely fashion using objective, clear, and concise language.
- Appropriately engaged the agency's chain of command to evaluate challenges and develop operational solutions.
Trooper/Agent
Department Of Public Safety
01.2017 - 02.2021
- Improved public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency situations in a timely manner.
- Enhanced community relations through participation in local events, presentations, and educational outreach programs.
- Reduced criminal activities by performing thorough investigations and apprehending suspects when necessary.
- Provided a visible presence in the community, promoting trust and deterring potential criminal activities.
- Participated in specialized training programs to maintain a high level of proficiency in law enforcement techniques and procedures.
Police Corporal
Pleasant View Police Department
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Augmented community safety by conducting thorough patrols and responding to incidents promptly.
- Improved police response time through efficient coordination with fellow officers and dispatchers.
- Reduced crime rates by identifying trends, analyzing data, and implementing targeted enforcement strategies.
- Fostered positive relationships with local community members through regular outreach programs and events.
- Trained new officers on department procedures, policies, and best practices.
- Served as acting supervisor when necessary, effectively managing officer assignments and overseeing daily operations.
Police Officer
Harrisville Police Department
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases.
- Utilized training opportunities to improve law-enforcement related skills.
Police Officer
Willard Police Department (part Time)
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Demonstrated behavioral characteristics espoused by law enforcement agencies while on and off duty.
Correctional Officer
Box Elder County Sheriff
12.2008 - 01.2012
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
Correctional Officer
Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest High School
Midvale, UT05.1995
Skills
- Organization
- Critical Thinking
- Interpersonal Communication
- Relationship Building
- Problem-Solving
- Teaching
- Team building
- Adaptability
Accomplishments
- Northwestern University's School for Staff and Command
- Trooper of the Year, 2018
- Unit Citation, Utah Highway Patrol
- Life Saving Award, Harrisville Police Department
- Distinguished Unit Citation, Harrisville Police Department
- Multiple Medals of Merit, Box Elder County Sheriff's Department
- Professionalism Award, Salt Lake County Sheriff's Department
Certification
- Trainer for Standardized Response Protocol, K-12, "I Love You Guys" Foundation
- Leadership in Police Organizations Course, DPS
- Operation Pipeline Interdiction Course, US DOJ
- Certified Correctional Officer, POST
- Certified Special Functions Officer, POST
- Certification for Instructor Development, POST
- Firearms Instructor: Handgun and Rifle, POST
- Field Training Officer, POST
- Employee Discipline and Administrative Procedures, POST
- Sexual Assault and Forensics, SBI
- Hostage Negotiator, Legal and Liability Risk Management Institute
- WRAP Instructor, The WRAP
- Intermediate Crash Investigation, UHP
- Backcountry Tactics and Training, Dept of Homeland Security
- ICS 300, Division of Emergency Management
- Street Survival, Caliber Press
- Interview and Interrogation, St. Petersburg College
- Death and Homicide, Public Agency Training Council
- Impact Weapons Instructor, POST
- Spontaneous Knife Defense, PPCT
Timeline
Sergeant
State Information And Analysis Center/ SBI
06.2022 - Current
Sergeant
Utah Highway Patrol
02.2021 - 06.2022
Trooper/Agent
Department Of Public Safety
01.2017 - 02.2021
Police Corporal
Pleasant View Police Department
01.2013 - 01.2017
Police Officer
Harrisville Police Department
01.2012 - 01.2013
Police Officer
Willard Police Department (part Time)
01.2011 - 01.2012
Correctional Officer
Box Elder County Sheriff
12.2008 - 01.2012
Correctional Officer
Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office
01.2008 - 12.2008
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest High School
- Trainer for Standardized Response Protocol, K-12, "I Love You Guys" Foundation
- Leadership in Police Organizations Course, DPS
- Operation Pipeline Interdiction Course, US DOJ
- Certified Correctional Officer, POST
- Certified Special Functions Officer, POST
- Certification for Instructor Development, POST
- Firearms Instructor: Handgun and Rifle, POST
- Field Training Officer, POST
- Employee Discipline and Administrative Procedures, POST
- Sexual Assault and Forensics, SBI
- Hostage Negotiator, Legal and Liability Risk Management Institute
- WRAP Instructor, The WRAP
- Intermediate Crash Investigation, UHP
- Backcountry Tactics and Training, Dept of Homeland Security
- ICS 300, Division of Emergency Management
- Street Survival, Caliber Press
- Interview and Interrogation, St. Petersburg College
- Death and Homicide, Public Agency Training Council
- Impact Weapons Instructor, POST
- Spontaneous Knife Defense, PPCT
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