Joshua McKenney
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with extensive experience at City Of Ferguson, adept in Criminal Investigations and Community Engagement. Proven track record in enhancing public safety, skilled in K9 Training and fostering trust within diverse communities. Demonstrates integrity and expert conflict de-escalation, contributing to significant community relations improvements.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
City Of Old Monroe
06.2023 - Current
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
Security Officer
Allied Universal Protection Services
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Assisted Asset Protection in apprehending shoplifters
- Protection of employees from threats made to them by customers
- Patrolling of parking lots from car thefts and break ins
- Escort employee with large sums of money to appropriate areas
- Decreased instances of theft, vandalism, and trespassing through diligent observation and reporting suspicious activities.
Police Officer
City Of Ferguson
03.2013 - 05.2023
- 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.
- Maintaining operation of BAC Instrument (ECIR2)
- Continuous K9 training to better develop teamwork between my K9 and myself
- Add and train new Officers on Auto Accident Reporting Software (LETS Law Enforcement Traffic System)
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Managed crowd control during civil unrest
- Made arrests when necessary after warnings during civil unrest.
Corrections Officer
City Of St Ann
01.2012 - 03.2013
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Prevented contraband introduction through diligent cell searches and visitor screenings.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure and orderly environment within the correctional facility.
- Developed a reputation for professionalism and integrity, serving as a role model for fellow officers in the performance of daily duties and adherence to ethical standards.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
Reserve Police Officer
City Of St John
07.2011 - 03.2013
- Assisted Officers with traffic stops for violations, issuing citations or warnings as appropriate, resulting in improved road safety.
- Conducted thorough searches of persons, vehicles, and premises in compliance with legal guidelines, ensuring the discovery and preservation of crucial evidence.
- Assisted Officers with enhanced public safety by conducting regular patrols and responding to emergency calls.
- Performed arrests when necessary, using proper procedures to uphold individual rights and maintain officer safety.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
Education
No Degree - General Education
Lutheran North High School
St Louis,MoNo Degree - General Education
Francis Howell North High School
Saint Charles, MOGED -
GED
St, Louis. Mo No Degree - Criminal Justice
St Charles Community College
City Of Saint Peters, MOBasic Police Training - Police Training
Eastern Missouri Police Academy
Cottleville, MO03.2011
Skills
- Report Writing
- Integrity and Honesty
- Conflict de-escalation
- Relationship building and management
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Community Engagement
- Criminal Investigations
- Community-Oriented Policing
- Traffic Laws
- Accident Investigations
- K9 Training
- Maintaining BAC Instrument
Timeline
Police Officer
City Of Old Monroe
06.2023 - Current
Security Officer
Allied Universal Protection Services
05.2023 - 05.2024
Police Officer
City Of Ferguson
03.2013 - 05.2023
Corrections Officer
City Of St Ann
01.2012 - 03.2013
Reserve Police Officer
City Of St John
07.2011 - 03.2013
No Degree - General Education
Lutheran North High School
No Degree - General Education
Francis Howell North High School
GED -
GED
No Degree - Criminal Justice
St Charles Community College
Basic Police Training - Police Training
Eastern Missouri Police Academy
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