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Kathryn Ritter

Chicago,IL

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Sergeant of Police

Chicago Police Department (Unit 025)
09.2023 - Current
  • Perform functions of District Station Supervisor and District Field Sergeant
  • Perform administrative duties such as reviewing reports for accuracy and completion ensuring compliance with department directives and all other applicable laws
  • Mentor officers by providing direction and regular feedback to resolve problems and improve officer performance

Police Officer Assigned as Detective

Chicago Police Department (Unit 610-Homicide/Violent Crimes General Assignment)
02.2017 - 08.2023
  • Evaluate and process crime scenes in cooperation with Forensic Services personnel
  • Interview victims, witnesses and offenders
  • Prepare and execute search warrants including residential, vehicles, cellular devices, cellphone numbers and various social media providers and analyze returns for evidence
  • Prepare and review cases with the Felony Review Unit of the Cook County State's Attorney's Office

Police Officer

Chicago Police Department (Unit 024)
09.2010 - 01.2017
  • Enforce local municipal and Illinois State law
  • Engage with residents to address community and neighborhood concerns

Education

Bachelor of Arts - History

Illinois State University
Normal Illinois
05-2004

Awards & Achievements

Chicago Police Department

  • Superintendent's Award of Merit - 1
  • Superintendent's Award of Tactical Excellence - 1
  • Annual Bureau Award of Recognition - 1
  • Special Commendation - 2
  • Life Saving Award - 2
  • Department Commendation - 7
  • Joint Operations Award - 1
  • Attendance Recognition Award - 2
  • Honorable Mention - 32
  • Complimentary Letter - 7
  • Chicago Police Memorial Foundation Officer of the Month, October 2022

Timeline

Sergeant of Police

Chicago Police Department (Unit 025)
09.2023 - Current

Police Officer Assigned as Detective

Chicago Police Department (Unit 610-Homicide/Violent Crimes General Assignment)
02.2017 - 08.2023

Police Officer

Chicago Police Department (Unit 024)
09.2010 - 01.2017

Bachelor of Arts - History

Illinois State University
Kathryn Ritter