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Jon Ogborn

Ambler,PA

Summary

Accomplished, dedicated law enforcement professional with more than 25 years of extensive experience in strategic operations and public safety initiatives. Known for strong leadership in enhancing community engagement and operational efficiency. Valued for collaborative team management and adaptability to evolving challenges, along with expertise in crisis intervention and conflict resolution.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Deputy Chief of Police

Warwick Township Police Department
01.2025 - Current
  • Transitional role to Chief of Police.
  • Act as the department’s Chief Executive Officer, and as such has final departmental authority in all police matters.
  • Is a member of the Township Management team and, as such, must work cooperatively and collaboratively with the Township Manager and other department heads.
  • Enforces all established Policies and Procedures and promotes the department as an integral part of the community.
  • Control, supervise, and regulate the personnel, equipment, and operation of the police department in all aspects of police protection and regulations.
  • Formulates plans and implements missions using established strategies, tactics, policies, procedures, and accepted methods of operations.
  • Oversees the recruitment and hiring of personnel.
  • Accountable to the Township Manager.
  • Plan and execute a police service program designed to prevent and suppress crime, apprehend and prosecute offenders, and recover and return property.
  • Ensure an adequate proactive program of employee training within established budgetary guidelines.
  • Organized, reviewed, and evaluated the work of twenty- two sworn and non-sworn staff members.

Deputy Tactical Team Commander / Tactical Team Leader

Central Bucks Special Response Team (SWAT) / Bucks County WMD Team
07.2002 - Current

Appointed by the CBSRT board of Chiefs as deputy commander. Formerly, the tactical team leader.

  • Oversee daily operations of the tactical team, 22 jurisdictions, nearly 215,000 residents, 300 sq mi.
  • Respond to high-risk incidents and assist in the safe resolution of the event.
  • Worked as a member of a team.
  • Planned high-risk operations, responsible for the community, police, and suspects' well-being.
  • Manage assigned team members during training and activations.
  • Responsible for coordinating the team training and organizational readiness.
  • Retained instructor certifications in many areas of tactical operations.
  • Maintain physical fitness standards.
  • Documented incidents, performed briefings, after-action reviews, and represented CBSRT as directed.
  • Notably worked directly with the U.S. Secret Service, FBI, Foreign dignitary protection agencies, and many local and state law enforcement organizations.

Police Lieutenant / Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator

Warwick Township Police Department
01.2022 - 01.2025
  • Second in command of the police department, reporting to the Chief of Police.
  • Responsible for managing police operations.
  • Represent the Chief of Police when required.
  • Supervise all divisions within the police department.
  • Manage the Warwick Township Police policies and procedures manual.
  • Designated as the police accreditation manager.
  • Coordinate and oversee all grant applications.
  • Assist with open records requests (Right to Know).
  • Investigate, interview, and provide detailed reports in reference to citizen complaints and internal or sensitive matters.
  • Focused on leadership and officer development initiatives.
  • Responsible for departmental scheduling, staffing, training, fleet maintenance, and FTO programs.
  • Department and community instructor in various disciplines.
  • Oversee and manage the crime scene and drug units, verifying that they meet the Bucks County District Attorney's Office standards.
  • Trusted and accountable for maintaining the security and integrity of the department's evidence and property storage.
  • Assist the Chief as the network administrator and regularly communicate with vendors and IT personnel to effectively manage technology.
  • Respond to emergencies, support patrol, and investigations, assuming command when necessary.
  • Support with budget preparation and maintenance.
  • Coordinate department purchasing and requisitions.
  • Direct and train department personnel.
  • Maintain on-call status and respond during off-duty hours as required.

Education

Master of Science - Business and Organizational Leadership

Neumann University
Aston, PA
12.2024

School of Police Staff and Command

Northwestern University
Evanston, IL
03.2022

Bachelor of Science - Public Safety Administration

Neumann University
Aston, PA
12.2021

Certificate - Law Enforcement Leadership Development Trilogy

FBI-LEEDA
Malvern, PA
05.2021

Skills

  • Leadership development
  • Planning
  • Investigations
  • Budgeting
  • Training
  • Knowledge of laws and policy
  • Team building
  • Supervision
  • Evidence management
  • Emergency management
  • Problem resolution
  • Independent thinker
  • Victim advocacy
  • Internal investigations
  • Incident command
  • Ethical leadership

Certification

  • Administrative Sergeant 2020 - 2022
  • Detective Sergeant 2018 - 2020
  • Detective, Warwick Township Police Department. 2008 - 2011
  • Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force
  • Patrol, Officer, Corporal, Warwick Township Police Department 2000 – 2018
  • Field Training Officer 2003 - Present
  • Bucks County Narcotics Officer 2002 - Present
  • Instructor certifications: PA State Police Firearms, FBI Carbine, Taser, Chemical Munitions, Less Lethal, Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events, ALICE Training 2004 - Present
  • FEMA Social Media in Emergency Management, Public Information Officer Awareness, Emergency Planning, Fundamentals of Emergency Management, NIMS, ICS 2019 - 2021
  • Emergency Medical Technician 1994 - Present
  • Firefighter / EMT, Department of Defense 1996 - 2000

Awards

Unit Citation for Meritorious Action, Commendation for Bravery, Letters of Commendation, Letters of Recognition, National Society of Leadership & Success Nominee, Lifesaving Awards, Commendations for Merit, Performance Recognition Awards, Law Enforcement Accreditation

Timeline

Deputy Chief of Police

Warwick Township Police Department
01.2025 - Current

Police Lieutenant / Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator

Warwick Township Police Department
01.2022 - 01.2025

Deputy Tactical Team Commander / Tactical Team Leader

Central Bucks Special Response Team (SWAT) / Bucks County WMD Team
07.2002 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Public Safety Administration

Neumann University

Master of Science - Business and Organizational Leadership

Neumann University

School of Police Staff and Command

Northwestern University

Certificate - Law Enforcement Leadership Development Trilogy

FBI-LEEDA