Joseph Calkins
Crown Point,IN
Summary
Skilled in law enforcement and public safety, with experience as a Police Officer. Possess strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to effectively address community concerns and crime prevention. Have made significant impact in previous roles through successful community engagement initiatives and reducing crime rates. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, make quick decisions in challenging situations, and maintain high standards of integrity and professionalism.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2020
2020
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Police Officer
Hammond Police Department
Hammond, IN
07.2023 - Current
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety in Hammond community.
- Responded to emergency calls, providing timely assistance and support.
- Conducted traffic stops, issuing citations and warnings as needed.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
United States Marine Corps Field Radio Operator
United States Marine Corps Reserve
Fort Sheridan, IL
11.2020 - 03.2026
- Operated and maintained military equipment during training exercises and missions.
- Provided all communications for training exercises and real life events.
- Specialized in using various radios and communication devices.
- Operated radio communication systems for secure and effective information transmission.
- Maintained equipment functionality through regular inspections and troubleshooting.
- Conducted routine checks on radio systems to ensure reliability and readiness.
Emergency Responder
Crete Emergency Management Agency
Crete, Illinois
07.2019 - 09.2025
- Responded effectively to emergency calls and assessed situations promptly.
- Coordinated with local agencies during disaster response and recovery operations.
- Provided traffic control for law enforcement and fire agencies when needed.
- Participated in drills and simulations to enhance team readiness for emergencies.
Security Officer
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields
Olympia Fields, Illinois
03.2022 - 06.2023
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security for patients and staff.
- Responded promptly to alarms and emergency situations as needed.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify potential security risks.
- Managed visitor access to maintain a secure environment for all personnel.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
Education
Crete-Monee High School
Crete, IllinoisSkills
- Crisis intervention
- Traffic enforcement
- Report writing
- Emergency response
- Equipment operation
- Community policing
- Incident management
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Situational awareness
- Conflict de-escalation
- Patrol
- Tactical driving
Timeline
Police Officer
Hammond Police Department
07.2023 - Current
Security Officer
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields
03.2022 - 06.2023
United States Marine Corps Field Radio Operator
United States Marine Corps Reserve
11.2020 - 03.2026
Emergency Responder
Crete Emergency Management Agency
07.2019 - 09.2025
Crete-Monee High School