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Joshua Hathorn

Cincinnati,OH

Summary

Dynamic law enforcement professional with extensive experience at Union Township Police Department, excelling in criminal investigations and community relations. Proven ability to build trust and de-escalate conflicts, while effectively training new officers. Skilled in evidence collection and courtroom testimony, contributing to successful prosecutions and enhancing public safety.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Police Officer

Union Township Police Department
05.2005 - Current
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
  • Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
  • Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
  • Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
  • Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
  • Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
  • Provided testimony in court proceedings.
  • Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
  • Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
  • Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.

Graphic Engineer

A&A Safety
04.2000 - 05.2005
  • Designed new sign graphics and layouts to match customer specifications.
  • Adhered to safety regulations during all stages of sign production and installation, minimizing workplace accidents.
  • Installed vinyl on vehicle doors, windows and body panels for partial coverage or complete wraps.
  • Prepared vinyl for application on substrates or flat socks with associated weeding, trimming and taping.

Education

Criminal Justice Technology

University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
03-2000

Skills

  • Report writing
  • Integrity and honesty
  • Relationship building and management
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Criminal investigations
  • Community relations
  • Officer training
  • Criminal law
  • Police reports
  • Courtroom testimony
  • Case management
  • Background investigations
  • Special task forces
  • Evidence collection protocols
  • Crime scene processing
  • Interrogation techniques
  • Crisis intervention and deescalation

Accomplishments

2025 20 years of service

2021 obtained Master Criminal Investigator certification through Ohio Police Officer Training Commission

2017 Public Safety Diver / Rescue Diver with Ohio Task Force One

2016 Criminal Investigation award State of Ohio

2016 Officer of the year American Legion

2000 Associates Degree Criminal Justice

Certification

  • Master Criminal Investigator Certification 2021
  • Certified Public Safety Diver, Ohio Task Force One - 2017
  • Certified Ohio Peace Officer, State of Ohio 2004
  • Field Training Officer 2010

Timeline

Police Officer

Union Township Police Department
05.2005 - Current

Graphic Engineer

A&A Safety
04.2000 - 05.2005

Criminal Justice Technology

University of Cincinnati

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