Ken Konopa
Rohnert Park,California
Summary
California Peace Officer with 26 years of law enforcement experience. Impeccable integrity and stellar record of accomplishment in law enforcement. Proven expertise in leading and motivating officers to handle high workloads and difficult situations with community-focused approach. Expert in handling administrative requirements and schedules.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate
Outdoor Pro Shop
Cotati, CA
2023.07 - Current
- Engaged with customers to build a strong rapport
- Organized customer appreciation BBQ's and fishing tournaments to promote the Pro Shop
- Increased sales revenue by building a strong rapport with customers based on their fishing needs
- Handled cash transactions while adhering to company policy ensuring accuracy in all financial exchange
Sergeant of Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Unit
Sonoma County Sheriff's Office
05.2019 - Current
- Supervise and oversee all daily operations related to all Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Child Abuse, and sex registrant offender program cases.
- Manage and supervise 5 detectives and 1 secretary.
- Monitor and review all Domestic Violence and sexual assault (child and adult) reports.
- Collaborating with Child Protective Services, Health and Human Services, County Counsel, Verity, YWCA, Family Justice Center staff, and numerous other victim resources.
- Create semi-annual training for all patrol staff.
- Attend numerous meetings, including but not limited to, Multi-Disciplinary Team meeting, Human Trafficking Task Force meeting, Redwood Children's Center case review meeting, Domestic Violence Death Review meeting, Sexual Assault Response Team meeting, and Redwood Children's Center steering meeting.
- Coordinator for the Gun Violence Restraining Order program.
Patrol Sergeant
Sonoma County Sheriff's Office
11.2018 - 05.2019
- Mentored junior Deputies, providing guidance on proper police procedures and promoting professional growth.
- Managed critical incidents effectively, taking command of the scene and directing resources for optimal outcomes.
- Evaluated officer performance during shifts, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for continuous development.
- Managed department resources effectively, ensuring necessary equipment and personnel were available for optimal shift coverage and response times.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Organize daily briefings to educate/inform Deputies on up to date information regarding current community needs within their assigned zones.
- Review and approve all police reports to insure laws and policies are followed.
Sheriff Deputy - Marine Unit
Sonoma County Sheriff's Office
02.2017 - 11.2018
- Conduct on the water patrols via a boat, personal watercraft, or other watercraft vessels.
- Investigate all boating collisions within Sonoma County, to include the Russian River, Lake Sonoma, Petaluma River, San Pablo Bay, and Sonoma County Coast.
- Enhanced community safety by conducting regular patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Provide education to the public about important vessel safety equipment and waterway safety.
- Organize boating safety inspections and checkpoints.
- Conduct boating under the influence investigations and making arrests when appropriate.
- Grant author and administrator for the Vessel Turn-in program.
Patrol Deputy Sheriff
Sonoma County Sheriff's Office
12.2011 - 02.2017
- Assigned to Sonoma Valley Substation on patrol.
- Enhanced community safety by conducting regular patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Demonstrated strong decision-making skills under pressure situations resulting in favorable outcomes.
Patrol Deputy Sheriff
Sonoma County Sheriff's Office
01.2009 - 12.2011
- Assigned to Sonoma Police Department on patrol.
- Supported traffic control efforts by enforcing traffic laws, issuing citations when necessary, and investigating accidents thoroughly.
- Enhanced community safety by conducting regular patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Demonstrated strong decision-making skills under pressure situations resulting in favorable outcomes.
Detective - Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Unit
Sonoma County Sheriff's Office
06.2005 - 12.2008
- Solved complex cases by utilizing advanced investigative techniques and collaborating with fellow detectives.
- Enhanced community safety by conducting thorough investigations, leading to the arrest and prosecution of criminals.
- Improved department efficiency with meticulous case management and detailed report writing.
- Developed strong relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies for collaborative efforts in solving high-profile cases.
- Provided expert testimony in court proceedings, contributing to successful convictions in numerous cases.
- Interviewed suspects and witnesses using skilled interrogation techniques for gathering crucial information related to investigations.
- Prioritized multiple active cases efficiently by continually reassessing urgency levels based on emerging factors such as public safety concerns or new leads.
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
Patrol Deputy Sheriff
Sonoma County Sheriff's Office
03.2002 - 06.2005
- Assigned to Main Office on patrol.
- Enhanced community safety by conducting regular patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Demonstrated strong decision-making skills under pressure situations resulting in favorable outcomes.
Court Bailiff
Sonoma County Sheriff's Office
09.2001 - 03.2002
- Assigned to Court Security as a Bailiff
- Improved courtroom efficiency by assisting judges with administrative tasks and managing court proceedings.
- Ensured a secure environment for all parties involved in court cases by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring activities within the courtroom.
- Enhanced public safety by escorting defendants to and from holding cells, ensuring no disruptions occurred during court proceedings.
- Assisted jurors throughout the trial process, addressing any questions or concerns to ensure a fair and unbiased verdict.
- Promoted a sense of orderliness within the courthouse through operational support in areas such as opening and closing procedures, room set-up, and material distribution.
- Maintained order in the courtroom during high-stress situations by implementing conflict resolution techniques.
- Streamlined communication between the judge, attorneys, and other court personnel by delivering documents and messages in a timely manner.
Patrol Deputy Sheriff
Sonoma County Sheriff's Office
10.2000 - 09.2001
- Assigned to Main Office on patrol.
- Enhanced community safety by conducting regular patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Demonstrated strong decision-making skills under pressure situations resulting in favorable outcomes.
Police Officer
San Rafael Police Department
03.1998 - 10.2000
- Enhanced community safety by conducting regular patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Demonstrated strong decision-making skills under pressure situations resulting in favorable outcomes.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
- Assisted in the development of crime prevention strategies, resulting in safer neighborhoods.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice Administration
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CACertification
2021 - POST Supervisory Certificate
2005 - POST Advanced Certificate
2000 - POST Intermediate Certificate
1999 - POST Basic Certificate
Professional Development
- 2023 - First Aid/CPR/AED Refresher
- 2023 - Use of Force/De-Escalation
- 2020 - Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse
- 2020 - Tactical Communication
- 2019 - Field Training Officer Supervisor Course
- 2019 - POST Supervisor Course
- 2014 - Driver Awareness Instructor Course
- 2010 - Internal Affairs
- 2010 - Crisis Intervention
- 2008 - Domestic Violence for investigators
- 2007 - Driver's Training Instructor
- 2007 - Computer/Internet Crimes Investigations
- 2006 - Computer Crimes/High Tech Investigations
- 2006 - Facilitation Skills for Law Enforcement instructors
- 2005 - Sexual Assault Investigations
- 2005 - Interview and Interrogation
- 2003 - Field Training Officer
- 1996 - Police Academy
Timeline
Sales Associate
Outdoor Pro Shop
2023.07 - Current
Sergeant of Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Unit
Sonoma County Sheriff's Office
05.2019 - Current
Patrol Sergeant
Sonoma County Sheriff's Office
11.2018 - 05.2019
Sheriff Deputy - Marine Unit
Sonoma County Sheriff's Office
02.2017 - 11.2018
Patrol Deputy Sheriff
Sonoma County Sheriff's Office
12.2011 - 02.2017
Patrol Deputy Sheriff
Sonoma County Sheriff's Office
01.2009 - 12.2011
Detective - Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Unit
Sonoma County Sheriff's Office
06.2005 - 12.2008
Patrol Deputy Sheriff
Sonoma County Sheriff's Office
03.2002 - 06.2005
Court Bailiff
Sonoma County Sheriff's Office
09.2001 - 03.2002
Patrol Deputy Sheriff
Sonoma County Sheriff's Office
10.2000 - 09.2001
Police Officer
San Rafael Police Department
03.1998 - 10.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice Administration
Sonoma State University
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