Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Personal Information
Awards
Timeline
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John Devlin

Laurel,DE

Summary

Skilled in conducting searches, responding to emergencies, and enforcing security protocols, with a proven ability to interact effectively with residents and visitors while maintaining a professional attitude. Aims to leverage abilities to successfully fill the Police Chief role on your team. Adaptable professional with experience in safety training, surveillance, and leadership, frequently praised as results-oriented by peers. Reliable worker with excellent communication, time management, and computer skills. Driven and detail-oriented individual with a desire to use analytical and problem-solving skills to meet goals. Diligent Security agent with a proven track record in law enforcement leadership. Successfully managed large teams and complex operations, ensuring public safety and community trust. Demonstrated strategic planning and crisis management skills.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chief of Police

Town Of Frederica Delaware
Frederica, DE
11.2023 - 02.2025

Run Entire police Department to include administrative and patrol.

Accreditation manger Grant writer

Investigate crime and make arrest as needed

Chief of Police

Fenwick Island Police
Fenwick Island, Delaware
04.2003 - 08.2023
  • Drafted budget proposals for the police department while monitoring expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility
  • Reviewed reports from subordinate officers for accuracy prior to submission utilizing keen attention to detail
  • Started body cam program
  • Started social media platform for Police Department to keep residents informed
  • Started Code red for Police Department to notify residents of emergencies

Patrol Officer

Laurel Police Department
04.2000 - 04.2003
  • Interacted positively with citizens during patrols and investigations, providing assistance when necessary
  • Utilized various types of equipment such as radar guns, breathalyzers, firearms., in accordance with applicable regulations and safety standards
  • Collaborated closely with fellow officers during investigations and other assignments

Police Sergeant

Town Of Fenwick Island
02.1997 - 04.2000
  • Examined criminal activity by conducting preliminary and follow-up investigations of felonies and misdemeanors
  • Reviewed documentation and reports generated by staff for timeliness, completeness, and accuracy
  • Supervised and guided subordinate staff in performance of assigned duties

Education

COMMAND/EXECUTIVE IN SUPERVISOR TRAINING -

FBI Leeda Trilogy
Dover, DE

Skills

  • Flexible Problem Solving
  • Team Player
  • Proficient in Deljis computer
  • Critical Thinking
  • Adaptable Scheduling
  • Creativity
  • Negotiation
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Basic Math
  • Team Leadership
  • Maintenance and Repair

Certification

  • FBI Leeda internal affairs investigation
  • FBI Leeda Trilogy
  • Firearms
  • Numerous Law enforcement certifications

Personal Information

Title: Chief of Police

Awards

Freeman Officer of the Year/Valor Award, 2016

Timeline

Chief of Police

Town Of Frederica Delaware
11.2023 - 02.2025

Chief of Police

Fenwick Island Police
04.2003 - 08.2023

Patrol Officer

Laurel Police Department
04.2000 - 04.2003

Police Sergeant

Town Of Fenwick Island
02.1997 - 04.2000

COMMAND/EXECUTIVE IN SUPERVISOR TRAINING -

FBI Leeda Trilogy
John Devlin