Joseph Higgins
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
25 years experience as Police Officer and Sergeant Investigator. Conducted complex investigations related to sexual assaults, kidnappings, child abuse and financial crimes. Coordinated with county attorney's office as well as other federal, state and local law enforcement agencies to bring criminal investigations to trial. Supervised civilian and sworn personnel, and was responsible for the implementation of body worn cameras for the Saint Paul Police Department.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Sergeant
Saint Paul Police Department
Saint Paul , MN
06.2017 - 08.2023
- Conducted interviews with witnesses, victims and suspects to obtain information relevant to investigations.
- Worked closely with local law enforcement departments on multi-jurisdictional cases requiring collaboration between agencies.
- Coordinated the collection of physical evidence from crime scenes for further analysis.
- Provided testimony during trial proceedings as an expert witness on criminal investigations.
- Collaborated with other agencies in joint task forces to investigate complex crimes.
- Investigated felony-level crimes in support of district attorney prosecution cases.
Police Officer (Part-Time)
Metro Transit Police Department
Minneapolis , MN
12.2001 - 09.2021
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Provided testimony in court when necessary concerning investigations conducted.
- Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
Police Officer
Saint Paul Police Department
Saint Paul , MN
04.2005 - 06.2017
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Investigated suspicious persons or activities to determine if criminal activity was present.
- Provided testimony in court when necessary concerning investigations conducted.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
Police Officer
Roseville Police Department
Roseville , MN
07.1998 - 04.2005
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Investigated suspicious persons or activities to determine if criminal activity was present.
- Provided testimony in court when necessary concerning investigations conducted.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Saint Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MN05-1996
Skills
- Policy Enforcement
- Personnel Supervision
- Budget Management
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking
- Time management abilities
- Written Communication
- Analytical Thinking
- Investigative research
- Interview techniques
- Crime lab procedures
- Interrogation skills
- Evidence collection and preservation
- Report Preparation
- Deadline and results-oriented
- Witness interviews
- Court Testimony
- Federal, state, and local laws knowledge
Timeline
Police Sergeant
Saint Paul Police Department
06.2017 - 08.2023
Police Officer
Saint Paul Police Department
04.2005 - 06.2017
Police Officer (Part-Time)
Metro Transit Police Department
12.2001 - 09.2021
Police Officer
Roseville Police Department
07.1998 - 04.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Saint Cloud State University
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