Jonathan Kaplan
Janesville,WI
Summary
Dedicated and highly skilled police officer with over 18 years experience in law enforcement. Proven track record in crime prevention, community policing, and emergency response. Committed to upholding the law and ensuring public safety through proactive policing and strong community relationships.
Law enforcement professional with commitment to protecting public safety and upholding law. Known for reliability, adaptability, and strong sense of duty, contributing to cohesive team environment. Possesses key skills in crisis management and community outreach, ensuring effective collaboration and positive outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Multi-Line Field Adjuster
Custard Insurance Adjusters
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Investigate and assess damages to property.
- Determine the cause, scope, damage and subrogation potential.
- Analyze information gathered by investigation and report findings and recommendations.
- Examine claim forms and other records to determine insurance coverage.
- Interview or correspond with insured’s claimants, witnesses, or their representatives.
- Consult police reports and inspect property damage to determine extent of liability.
- Negotiate claims settlements and recommend appraisal, mediation, or litigation when settlement cannot be moderated.
- Refer questionable claims to management for further investigation or settlement.
Adult Redeploy/Drug Court Probation Officer
Boone County Probation Department
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Met with and interviewed probationers and families to evaluate progress.
- Recommended rehabilitation, treatment and remedial actions to the court.
- Provided counseling and facilitated support groups.
- Prepared case files and maintained records on probationers.
- Implemented and tracked compliance with court-ordered services, terms and programs, including substance abuse treatment.
- Administered drug and alcohol testing.
- Initiated and attended court actions and made recommendations for probation violations.
- Assessed risk of offenders and coordinated services for post-release reintegration into society.
- Documented and reported all probation violations and assisted in writing violation warrants.
- Presented presentencing reports and made sentencing recommendations to the court.
- Complied with legal and departmental requirements and guidelines.
- Contributed to departmental efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
Police Officer
Belvidere Police Department
09.2006 - 12.2023
- Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws, apprehending suspects, and monitoring traffic.
- Prevented crime by explaining and enforcing applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; teaching preventive, protective, and defensive tactics; mediating disputes; patrolling assigned area; responding to notices of disturbances; conducting searches; observing suspicious activities; and detaining suspects.
- Apprehended suspects by responding to complaints and calls for help, observing violations, and making arrests.
- Conducted criminal investigations by gathering evidence, interviewing victims and witnesses, and interrogating suspects.
- Documented observations and actions by radioing information and completing reports.
- Reported observations and actions by testifying in court.
- Fulfilled court orders by serving warrants and commitments.
- Maintained safe traffic conditions by monitoring and directing traffic, enforcing laws and ordinances, investigating accidents, providing escort, and reporting unsafe streets and facilities.
- Minimized personal injury by rescuing and reviving victims and radioing for medical assistance.
- Maintained operations by following department policies and procedures and recommending changes.
- Ensured operation of equipment by practicing responsible use, completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, notifying supervisor of needed repairs, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
- Maintained professional and technical knowledge by studying applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; practicing skills; and participating in professional societies.
- Contributed to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Held the positions of Detective, Patrol Officer, and School Resource Officer.
President
Illinois School Resource Officers Association
06.2017 - 04.2023
- Ensured that the organization’s activities were compliant and in furtherance of its mission.
- Led, managed, and developed the organization’s volunteers and organizational culture.
- Developed, implemented, monitored, and assessed the organization’s programs (including their impact).
- Developed, implemented, monitored, and assessed sound and compliant financial management practices (including budgeting).
- Developed, implemented, monitored, and assessed sound and compliant fundraising practices.
- Developed, informed, and supported the board and the board committees to carry out their governance functions.
- Partnered with the Vice President of the Board to help ensure that the Board’s directives, policies, and resolutions were carried out.
- Worked with the development staff and Vice President of the Board in cultivating and soliciting major foundation grants and individual gifts.
- Developed and maintained beneficial relationships with donors, funders, supporters, collaborators, allies, vendors, and other stakeholders.
- Ensured effective external communications about the organization and its mission, priorities, importance, programs, and activities.
- Championed the organization and advocated its mission to internal and external stakeholders.
- Kept informed and the organization’s leadership informed of significant developments and changes in the internal and external environment.
- Led the organization’s planning processes.
- Ensured legal compliance (including all required filings) and sound risk management practices.
- Held the positions of Director and Treasurer, prior to becoming the President.
Security Officer
SwedishAmerican Health System
06.2005 - 08.2006
- Conducted regular patrols of the premises, including parking lots, office buildings, and entry points, to identify potential risks.
- Monitored and operated surveillance cameras and alarm systems to ensure real-time awareness of security conditions.
- Responded promptly to alarms, disturbances, and emergencies, ensuring the safety of employees and visitors.
- Enforced security protocols, including verifying IDs, controlling building access, and managing visitor logs.
- Performed routine inspections of doors, windows, and equipment to prevent unauthorized access or damage.
- Prepared detailed incident reports and maintained accurate logs of daily activities and observations.
- Provided clear guidance to employees and visitors on safety protocols and emergency procedures.
- Assisted in evacuations or other emergency actions when necessary.
Education
Florida Certified Adjuster Pre-Licensing - Online Course
AdjusterPro
Remote12.2025
Master of Public Administration - Public Administration
University of Illinois at Springfield
Springfield05.2014
Basic Law Enforcement - Vocational Training
University of Illinois Police Training Institute
Champaign, IL11.2006
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement and Justice Administration
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL05.2005
Skills
- Communication skills
- Leadership skills
- Teamwork skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Learning/adaptability skills
- Self-management skills
- Organizational skills
- Computer skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Open-mindedness
- Strong work ethic
Certification
- FEMA IS-00700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System April 2022 to Present
- FEMA IS-00393.b: Introduction to Hazard Mitigation April 2022 to Present
- FEMA IS -00029.a: Public Information Officer Awareness April 2022 to Present
- FEMA IS-00704: NIMS Communications and Information Management February 2011 to Present
- FEMA IS-00703.a: NIMS Resource Management February 2011 to Present
- FEMA IS-00702.a: NIMS Public Information Systems February 2011 to Present
- FEMA IS-00701.a: NIMS Multiagency Coordination System (MACS) February 2011 to Present
- FEMA IS-00700: National Incident Management System (NIMS), An Introduction September 2008 to Present
- FEMA IS-00100.LEa: Introduction to the Incident Command System, ICS-100 for Law Enforcement September 2008 to Present
- Driver's License January 2025 to January 2034 Wisconsin Driver’s License.
- Substitute Teaching Certification December 2024 to June 2030 Illinois Substitute Teaching License (IEIN Number 1139826).
- StateFoodSafety Food Handlers Card July 2025 to July 2028 Food Handler Essentials Course.
Languages
English
Timeline
Multi-Line Field Adjuster
Custard Insurance Adjusters
04.2025 - 06.2025
Adult Redeploy/Drug Court Probation Officer
Boone County Probation Department
01.2024 - 10.2024
President
Illinois School Resource Officers Association
06.2017 - 04.2023
Police Officer
Belvidere Police Department
09.2006 - 12.2023
Security Officer
SwedishAmerican Health System
06.2005 - 08.2006
Master of Public Administration - Public Administration
University of Illinois at Springfield
Basic Law Enforcement - Vocational Training
University of Illinois Police Training Institute
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement and Justice Administration
Western Illinois University
Florida Certified Adjuster Pre-Licensing - Online Course
AdjusterPro
Personal Information
- Authorized To Work: US
- Visa Status: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Driving License: Wisconsin Driver's License
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer