Johnny Colon
Hopkinsville,KY
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with six years of experience, excelling in community policing and proactive engagement. Demonstrated integrity and critical thinking in high-pressure situations, enhancing public trust and safety. Skilled in radio communication and problem-solving, fostering strong community relationships and effective team collaboration. Well versed in radio communications equipment and protocols.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol
City of Hopkinsville
11.2024 - 10.2025
- Conducted routine traffic stops to enforce local laws and ensure public safety.
- Responded to emergency calls, providing timely assistance to citizens in distress.
- Collaborated with local community groups to promote crime prevention initiatives.
- Patrolled designated areas to deter criminal activity and maintain order.
- Completed incident reports accurately and promptly for further investigation.
- Engaged with residents to build trust and strengthen community relationships.
- Utilized communication equipment effectively for coordination during patrols.
- Maintained accurate records of daily activities and completed detailed reports on arrests, incidents, and other law enforcement actions.
- Increased public trust by displaying professionalism, integrity, and excellent communication during interactions with citizens.
- Engaged in self-initiated enforcement actions such as traffic stops or pedestrian checks, ensuring compliance with local laws and ordinances.
Deputy Sheriff
Christian County Sheriff's Office
05.2019 - 11.2024
- Enforced law compliance through proactive community engagement and patrol operations.
- Assisted in conducting thorough investigations and evidence collection for criminal cases.
- Responded swiftly to emergency calls, providing critical support to citizens in distress.
- Collaborated with local agencies to ensure effective communication and resource sharing during incidents.
- Maintained accurate records of daily activities, arrests, and incident reports in department database.
- Enhanced team morale and cohesion through effective leadership and communication, leading to improved department performance.
Technician
Charter Spectrum
09.2010 - 08.2016
- Diagnosed and resolved equipment malfunctions to ensure operational efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance and inspections on machinery to uphold safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline technical processes for improved productivity.
- Trained junior technicians on equipment handling and troubleshooting techniques.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules, reducing downtime and repair costs.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues.
- Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
Education
Industrial, Commercial And Residential Wiring. - Electrical Wiring
Porter And Chester Institute
Rocky Hill, CTAssociate of Applied Science - Law Enforcement
Bluegrass Community And Technical College
Lexington, KY10-2020
Skills
- Cultural awareness
- Patience and empathy
- Integrity and ethics
- Radio communication
- Self-defense tactics
- Community policing
- Motor vehicle operation
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Team building and development
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol
City of Hopkinsville
11.2024 - 10.2025
Deputy Sheriff
Christian County Sheriff's Office
05.2019 - 11.2024
Technician
Charter Spectrum
09.2010 - 08.2016
Industrial, Commercial And Residential Wiring. - Electrical Wiring
Porter And Chester Institute
Associate of Applied Science - Law Enforcement
Bluegrass Community And Technical College