John Self
Trussville
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience in public safety and organizational management. Proven expertise in overseeing operations, managing departmental budgets, and enhancing team collaboration to ensure community safety and operational efficiency.
Overview
1
1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Support Specialist/Police Officer
City Of Homewood
Homewood
09.2019 - 07.2026
- System administrator for every operational platform within the police department.
- Maintained all law enforcement equipment, including body cameras, police vehicles, evidence maintenance and all police department videos.
- Responsible for all records pertaining to FBI NIBRS reporting system.
- Supervising all civilian personnel inside the department.
- Oversaw building security and conducted vetting of all non-sworn personnel.
- Managed police emergency and non-emergency fleet vehicles, ensuring all emergency and lifesaving equipment was maintained.
- Oversaw property, inventory, supply, and city vehicle management to ensure operational readiness.
- Public safety access manager. Including access to security approvals.
- Responsible for yearly budgeting within department. Providing oversight for annual police department budget. Including contractual and non-contractual services.
Police officer
City of Homewood
Homewood
09.2006 - 09.2019
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public order and safety.
- Responded to emergency calls, providing timely and effective assistance.
- Patrolled assigned areas to deter crime and ensure community well-being.
- Conducted thorough investigations of incidents and prepared detailed reports.
- Collaborated with community members to build trust and enhance safety initiatives.
- Managed traffic control during events, ensuring safety for all participants.
- Trained new officers on procedures, protocols, and community engagement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to develop skills and knowledge effectively.
- Assigned to Street Crimes and Special Operations Unit.
Police Officer
City of Mountain Brook
Mountain Brook
04.2000 - 09.2006
- Enforced laws and regulations within the community to maintain public safety.
- Responded to emergency calls and incidents, providing timely assistance to citizens.
- Conducted investigations into crimes, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Patrolled assigned areas to deter criminal activity and ensure community security.
- Collaborated with community organizations to promote crime prevention initiatives.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents, arrests, and investigations for legal purposes.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jefferson County
Birmingham, AL08-1991
Skills
- Public safety management
- System administration
- Budget management
- Inventory management
- Budget administration
- Record keeping
- Confidential document control
- Purchasing coordination
Certification
- All Law Enforcement certification available upon request.
Timeline
Administrative Support Specialist/Police Officer
City Of Homewood
09.2019 - 07.2026
Police officer
City of Homewood
09.2006 - 09.2019
Police Officer
City of Mountain Brook
04.2000 - 09.2006
High School Diploma -
Jefferson County