Joseph Fussner

• Certified Basketball, Baseball, and Softball sports official.

• Led community policing initiatives to enhance public safety and build trust within neighborhoods.
• Developed and implemented departmental policies, ensuring compliance with state regulations and best practices.
• Oversaw daily operations, managing staff schedules and resource allocation for optimal efficiency.
• Fostered relationships with community members, enhancing engagement through outreach programs and events.
• Evaluated departmental performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
• Leveraged social media platforms for effective communication with the public about important safety alerts, events, and department news updates.

February 2000 - September 2012 : Patrol Officer

• Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
• Conducted thorough investigations of incidents and gathered evidence for legal proceedings.
• Responded promptly to emergency calls, providing critical assistance in high-pressure situations.

September 2012 - December 2014 : Sergeant of Police

• Front Line Supervisor
• Supervised daily operations of patrol units, ensuring compliance with departmental policies and procedures.

December 2014 - August 2017 : Lieutenant of Police

• Patrol Shift Commander
• Conducted performance evaluations, providing feedback and guidance to promote professional development among staff.
• Managed emergency response efforts during critical incidents, ensuring public safety and effective crisis resolution.
• Collaborated with senior leadership to develop long-term plans aimed at improving departmental efficiency and service delivery.
• Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.

August 2017 - December 2021 : Captain of Police

• Operations Commander of Patrol Division
• Supervised and coordinated daily operations of patrol shifts consisting of 40+ officers.
• Directed emergency management operations during critical incidents, ensuring effective communication and coordination among units.
• Liaised with government, civic and private organizations to promote community safety.
• Approved training and education designed to maintain and improve officer patrol and protective services.
• Supervised administrative and support functions of non-sworn personnel.