John Rauch
Joplin,MO
Summary
Law enforcement officer with over 3 years of experience. Skilled in dealing with high stress incidents, training newer officers, conducting thorough investigations. Experience in tactical involvements as an operator and sniper. Adaptable and reliable in ever-changing environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Joplin Police Department
08.2022 - Current
- Enforced local and state laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
- Utilized good problem solving skills to determine safe, lawful outcomes.
- Conducted thorough investigations, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to support case development.
- Trained new officers on departmental policies, procedures, and best practices for effective law enforcement as an FTO
- Worked as a SWAT operator since 01/2024.
Security Supervisor
River Bend Casino and Hotel
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Address safety and security problems on the casino and hotel property.
- Assist patrons of the casino and ensure their safety.
- Protect the casino and its assets.
- Work closely with Wyandotte Nation PD when necessary.
- Gather information, write reports, and watch for illegal and unruly behavior.
- Supervise the overnight security crew and ensure everything is safe and running smoothly.
Warehouse Worker
UPS
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Maintained physical shape to be able to stack boxes and work in hot and cold weather.
- Unloaded and loaded trailers and package cars.
- Delivered packages with a driver during peak season.
- Organized trailers and diverted boxes to where they were supposed to go.
Optician
America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses
08.2018 - 04.2020
- Helped the doctor by reading, understanding and entering prescriptions and reading prescriptions off glasses.
- Fitted customers and sold optical frames, lenses, and contact lenses.
- Worked closely with patients and customers constantly.
- Kept a happy demeanor and greeted and helped all customers in the building.
- Helped assist front desk employees by passing out paperwork, explaining HIPPA and checking in patients.
Food Service Employee
Hurts Donut Company
02.2018 - 08.2018
- Greeted all customers loudly, excitedly, and with a smile.
- Cooked, decorated and sold donuts and other food and drink items.
- Cleaned up kitchen and lobby.
- Monitored security cameras.
Summer Youth Leader
St. Paul's UMC
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Was a counselor at a summer camp/daycare known as Fully Believe in Jesus camp (FBI camp).
- Guided children and read them scripture, helped answer their questions and lead their activities.
- Played games and helped lead field trips and kept the children safe following Safe from Harm.
- Kept track of the children and watched for strangers to keep the children safe when on field trips away from the church.
Board Operator / Disk Jockey
AMI Radio Group
12.2015 - 07.2017
- Worked for all stations as a Board Operator helping with call in remotes and music.
- Recorded a night show as a Disk Jockey on 105.3 New Life Radio.
- Read bible verses and promoted family christian music on the air.
- Voice tracked a show and synced it up with music and commercials.
- Edited voice tracks, commercials, and on site call in remotes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - History
Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MO12.2021
Certificate of Completion - Marketing
Franklin Technology Center
Joplin, MO05.2017
Certified to Substitute Teach - Missouri
Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Certificate - Peace Officer
Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MO12-2022
Master of Science - Justice Studies
Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MO05-2027
Skills
- Report writing
- Relationship building and management
- Criminal investigations
- Emergency management
- Physical fitness
- Courtroom testimony
- CPR/First aid certified
Accomplishments
- Served on the S.W.A.T. team for 1.5 years.
- Rookie of the year in 2023
- Multiple Officer of the Month awards.
- Uncovered and assisted in federal drug trafficking investigation with 16.8 lbs of methamphetamine, 4.7lbs of fentanyl and $13,000 in cash seized.
Timeline
Police Officer
Joplin Police Department
08.2022 - Current
Security Supervisor
River Bend Casino and Hotel
08.2021 - 08.2022
Warehouse Worker
UPS
08.2020 - 08.2021
Optician
America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses
08.2018 - 04.2020
Food Service Employee
Hurts Donut Company
02.2018 - 08.2018
Summer Youth Leader
St. Paul's UMC
05.2017 - 08.2017
Board Operator / Disk Jockey
AMI Radio Group
12.2015 - 07.2017
Certificate of Completion - Marketing
Franklin Technology Center
Certified to Substitute Teach - Missouri
Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Bachelor of Science - History
Missouri Southern State University
Certificate - Peace Officer
Missouri Southern State University
Master of Science - Justice Studies
Missouri Southern State University