Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Kevin Covert

Mandeville,LA

Summary

Accomplished and detail-oriented professional, relationship building in the community and developing a well-rounded team of employees. Specialized in leadership and communication skills with experience in training and motivation. My mission and commitment is to serve the citizens of the City of Mandeville and provide leadership and guidance to the Mandeville Police Department. I have maintained an excellent performance record and earned a reputation for dedication, teamwork, and a solid work ethic. Law enforcement is an extreme and intense field where I have gained vast knowledge and experience. As a Police Captain, I perform complex and highly responsible planning and supervisory duties associated with crime prevention and law enforcement activities. Direct staff and plan and organize divisions in alignment with department goals.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Police Captain

Mandeville Police Department
09.2019 - Current
  • Inspected and oversaw functions of patrol officers, traffic officers, detectives, and lieutenants.
  • Assigned and supervised subordinates to prevent crime, protect life and property and enforce laws.
  • Monitored performance of employees and established police requirements.
  • Developed and implemented ordinances rules and regulations to further departmental goals.
  • Documented incidents and arrest activities, reviewed written reports and communicated with subordinates to facilitate administrative follow-up.
  • Planned, organized, directed and supervised operation of 3 major divisions.

Police Lieutenant

Mandeville Police Department
10.2015 - 09.2019
  • Commanding Officer responsible for 1 Sergeant and 3 Police Officers who were tasked with reducing the crime and violence throughout the City by utilizing proactive patrol tactics and through the strict enforcement of violations of City Ordinances, Penal, and Vehicle & Traffic Laws.
  • Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
  • Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
  • Established and enforced employee performance policies.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
  • Frequently patrolled routes and talked with business owners and residents.

Police Sergeant

Mandeville Police Department
06.2009 - 10.2015
  • Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
  • Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
  • Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
  • Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
  • Delivered expert courtroom testimony to support criminal cases.

Police Officer

Mandeville Police Department
12.2006 - 06.2009
  • Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
  • Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
  • Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.

Education

No Degree - Psychology

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Pellissippi State Community College
Knoxville, TN

High School Diploma -

Foothills Christian Academy
Friendsville, TN
05.1998

Skills

  • Employee relations- positively influence behavior by building relationships
  • Firearms Training
  • Community Engagement
  • Leadership/communication skills - Invested in our employees by providing training and mentoring
  • Customer-oriented - empathetic and compassionate
  • Crime Prevention
  • Critical Thinking Ability

Timeline

Police Captain

Mandeville Police Department
09.2019 - Current

Police Lieutenant

Mandeville Police Department
10.2015 - 09.2019

Police Sergeant

Mandeville Police Department
06.2009 - 10.2015

Police Officer

Mandeville Police Department
12.2006 - 06.2009

No Degree - Psychology

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Pellissippi State Community College

High School Diploma -

Foothills Christian Academy

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Kevin Covert