John Collins
Hamden,CT
Summary
Retired Connecticut State trooper with 28 years of experience in supervising, educating, and training troopers and civilians, through the education and training of departmental policies, procedures, and federal and local laws.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
State Trooper
Connecticut State Police
01.1993 - 09.2020
- Enforced laws of the State of Connecticut.
- Certified Field Training Officer, three years
- Certified Instructor
- Certified defensive tactics instructor
- Advanced training in Interview and Interrogation
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Simulation training, team exercises, mock drills,
- Exercised sound judgment under high-pressure situations, making critical decisions that protected lives and property.
- Conducted detailed investigations, gathering evidence, and interviewing witnesses for successful case resolution.
- Participated in and conducted ongoing training initiatives to maintain peak performance and stay current on law enforcement trends.
- Served as a mentor to new recruits, sharing knowledge of department protocols and providing guidance during field training exercises.
- Developed strong working relationships with other law enforcement agencies for coordinated efforts in crime prevention initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Ministry
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA08.2022
Certificate - Law Enforcement
Connecticut State Police Academy
Meriden, CT07.1992
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Lehman College of The City University of New York
The Bronx, NYSome College (No Degree) - Graphic Design
Univerity of Buffalo
BuffaloSkills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to work under extreme pressure
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Decision-Making
- Case report writing
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Professional Demeanor
Accomplishments
Meritorious Conduct Medal(2)
Outstanding Service Medal (2)
Unit Citation Award
MADD award 1994
Timeline
State Trooper
Connecticut State Police
01.1993 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Ministry
Regent University
Certificate - Law Enforcement
Connecticut State Police Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Lehman College of The City University of New York
Some College (No Degree) - Graphic Design
Univerity of Buffalo
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