After 19+ years of specializing in street-level policing, I am seeking a role with more of an emphasis of serving those with, or affected by those with mental health diagnosis of all varieties.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Burnsville Police Department
Burnsville, MN
01.2005 - Current
Provides public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting positive community relations
Enforce laws and ordinances by means of patrol, intervention, engagement, de-escalation, and resourcing
Create and maintain quality documentation and generate reports
Generate/enforce options for resolution of criminal and civil issues, including citations and arrests
Render first aid for survivors of physical and/or mental trauma and assist in transport when warranted
Investigate and assist with survivors of accidents, including determine causation, provide written and photographic documentation, and collaborate with emergency personnel to ensure the utmost care for those involved
Provide court testimony
Collaborate with dispatchers to provide intervention for urgent needs, including evaluation of data to determine appropriate intervention measures
Process intake of prisoners, prepare and maintain records of prisoner status from spanning booking through pre-trial process
Educate the community regarding police services, citizen and police rights, as well as the purpose of police intervention
Foster greater positive regard for/and understanding of policing through engagement with agencies and individuals of all ages
Member of the Domestic Abuse Response Team | Follow up contact with victims, provided resources, conducted safety planning, and provided intervention(s) that allowed survivors options for exiting abusive environments/relationships
Member of the Physical Evidence Team | Conducted forensic evidence collection (crime scene photography, collect latent fingerprints, cast footprints, identify burglary tools and weapons, swab for serological evidence)
Behind the scenes preparation for yearly Burnsville Police Department CSI school
Police Academy Report Writing Instructor | Instruction for basic incident report writing for new hire and lateral entry police officers.
Scenario Role Player
Rasmussen College
Eagan, MN
01.2015 - 12.2019
Portrayed a wide range of characters for simulation training exercises for law enforcement student education
Utilized improvisation methods to elicit critical thinking and urgency skills from participants.
Created detailed backstories for each role-play character, incorporating personal histories and motivations into the scenario.
Security Supervisor
Fairview-University Medical Center
Minneapolis, MN
01.2003 - 01.2005
Provided administrative, supervisory, and continuous improvement support at the micro and mezzo levels
Conducted administrative duties: Development, implementation, and assessment of policies and procedures
Conducted hiring, background investigation, training, delegation of tasks, evaluating performance, and enforced disciplinary action, when warranted
Conducted internal/external assessments, assisted with governmental reviews, and provided consultation to gauge overall effectiveness of facility and personal security processes
Provided detailed documentation of all incidents occurring on F-UMC property
Conducted supervisory tasks: Planned, directed, and coordinated security activities to safeguard company assets, employees, guests, and others on company property
Provided direct supervision and mentorship of subordinate security professionals
Communicated security status, updates, and actual or potential problems using established protocols
Coordinated security operations or activities with public law enforcement, fire, and other agencies
Conducted continuous improvement support: Conducted threat/vulnerability analyses to determine the probable frequency, urgency, consequence, or severity of natural or man-made disasters, criminal activity on the organization's profitability, or delivery of products or services
Developed or reviewed security-related documents, including incident reports, proposals, and tactical or strategic initiatives
Analyzed and evaluated security operations to identify risks or opportunities for improvement through auditing, review, or assessment
Monitored security policies, programs, or procedures to ensure compliance with internal security policies, licensing requirements, or applicable organizational security requirements, policies, and directives
Transported the deceased from their respective units to the morgue.
Education
Master of Arts in Criminal Justice/Human Services -
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts w/emphasis in Criminal Justice and Ethnic Studies -
METROPOLITAN STATE UNIVERSITY
Associate of Science Degree in Law Enforcement -
NORMANDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Certification
Certificate for Communication from University of Minnesota Continuing and Professional Studies
Certificate for Security Management and Homeland Security from University of Massachusetts Lowell
WMD Standardized Awareness and Introduction to Incident Command System courses through FEMA
Certificate for Crisis Intervention Team Training from Minnesota CIT Officers Association
Certificate for Mental Health First Aid from National Council of Behavioral Health
Certificate for QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) from QPR Institute
Predicting Violence and Influencing Outcome course taken through Calibre Press
Crisis Intervention and Mental Illness Training course taken through Marie Ridgeway and Associates
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Scenario Role Player
Rasmussen College
01.2015 - 12.2019
Police Officer
Burnsville Police Department
01.2005 - Current
Security Supervisor
Fairview-University Medical Center
01.2003 - 01.2005
Master of Arts in Criminal Justice/Human Services -
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts w/emphasis in Criminal Justice and Ethnic Studies -
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