Kenneth Hernandez
Centennial,CO
Summary
Accomplished Police Officer with a proven track record showcasing expertise in crisis intervention and community engagement. Excelled in reducing criminal activity through strategic relationship building and advanced conflict de-escalation techniques. Demonstrated integrity and exceptional decision-making skills, significantly improving public safety and fostering community trust.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
City Of Aurora
09.2000 - 06.2023
- 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.
- Served as a school resource officer, improving relationships between youth and police through positive interactions and educational programs.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Mentored junior officers on the importance of ethical behavior, accountability, and professionalism in their role as public servants.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
Police Officer
City Of Dallas
08.1992 - 09.2000
- 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.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Mentored junior officers on the importance of ethical behavior, accountability, and professionalism in their role as public servants.
- Developed strong rapport with local businesses owners to address concerns about crime or vandalism affecting their establishments.
- Served as a school resource officer, improving relationships between youth and police through positive interactions and educational programs.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO06.1991
Skills
- Integrity and Honesty
- Conflict de-escalation
- Relationship building and management
- Patience and Empathy
- Community Engagement
- Emergency Management
- Community Relations
- Crisis intervention and deescalation
- Weapons training
- Decision-Making
volunteer
Volunteer coach for youth athletics
Timeline
Police Officer
City Of Aurora
09.2000 - 06.2023
Police Officer
City Of Dallas
08.1992 - 09.2000
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Metropolitan State University of Denver
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