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Joseph Kennedy

Dalton,MA

Summary

Communicative Police Officer successful at developing positive relationships with colleagues and citizens. Approaches each situation with alertness, compassion and concern. Continually followed procedures to maintain safety, documentation and meet legal requirements.

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Decorated United States Marine Corps Reconnaissance Veteran honorably discharged with the rank of Sergeant. Operated in multiple combat operations in Afghanistan and other areas outside the United States in support Operation Enduring Freedom.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Police Officer

Town Of Lenox
09.2015 - 08.2023
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
  • Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
  • Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
  • Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
  • Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
  • Provided testimony in court proceedings.
  • Rendered aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.

Reconnaissance Marine

United States Marine Corps
06.2008 - 07.2012
  • Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
  • Coordinated with unit leadership and direct superiors for taskings and managed subordinates to execute.
  • Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors.
  • Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.
  • Provided strategic plotting and navigation for warfare areas.
  • Operated surveillance radar, communication systems and identification equipment.
  • Trained over multinational partners, contractors and foreign nationals to develop warfighting and defense capabilities.
  • Conducted reconnaissance operations to gather intelligence on enemy positions.
  • Utilized advanced combat tactics to maintain safety during engagements.
  • Identified enemy targets using advanced surveillance techniques.
  • Helped restore war-torn areas by contributing to reconstruction operations.
  • Directed reconnaissance missions to gather intelligence on enemy forces.

Education

High School Diploma -

Taconic High School
Pittsfield, MA
06.2008

Skills

  • Cpr/First Aid Certified
  • Firearms and Weapons Expertise
  • Surveillance
  • Counterintelligence
  • Counterterrorism Tactics
  • Community Relations
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Exceptional Problem Solver
  • File and Records Management
  • Crime Scene Processing
  • Drug Laws Enforcement
  • Protecting People and Property
  • Transportation and Logistics
  • Organize Missions
  • Mission Planning
  • Ground Reconnaissance
  • Managing Classified Information
  • Tactical Mission Support

Accomplishments

  • Purple Heart recipient awarded 2011 for injuries sustained during combat deployments to Afghanistan in 2011 and 2012
  • Earned a life-saving medal in 2017 and 2019
  • Earned a medal for heroism and bravery 2019
  • Letters of commendation, recognition, and awards from Governors, State Representatives, Attorney Generals, Commanding Officers, and other government officials

Certification

  • Full time accredited Police Officer certificate
  • CPR-First Responder
  • Advanced Roadside Impairment specialist
  • Taser Instructor
  • Basic Reconnaissance Course
  • Jungle Warfare Training
  • SERE Certified
  • Airborne Jump School
  • Combat Divers course

Timeline

Police Officer

Town Of Lenox
09.2015 - 08.2023

Reconnaissance Marine

United States Marine Corps
06.2008 - 07.2012

High School Diploma -

Taconic High School
Joseph Kennedy