Kimberly McNamee

• Answers phone lines for emergency and non-emergency calls.
• Acquires pertinent information and details from callers to accurately enter the call for service and relay information to police officers in the field.
• Utilizes CAD (Computer Aided Dispatch) system and eJusticeNY Integrated Justice Portal to input and search information.
• Dispatches police officers to calls for service.
• Prioritizes calls for service and routes police units accordingly.
• Assists with additional tasks as needed.
• Assists police officers with various tasks, resulting in increased efficiency and productivity within the department.
• Provides excellent customer service at the front desk of the police station by answering inquiries from citizens promptly.
• Facilitate smooth transitions between shifts by properly documenting unresolved calls and ongoing incidents.

• Performed investigations and enforcement, when needed, for over 4,000 animal cruelty and neglect complaints and cases in Dutchess County.
• Responsible for the rescue of over 200 neglected and abused animals.
• Performed the duties of a Humane Law Enforcement Officer.
• Trained and led a small team of Humane Law and Animal Control Officers, ensuring efficient operations and high-quality service.
• Implemented online reporting for animal cruelty and animal control complaints or tips.
• Implemented a social media page for stray animals that had been found by the Dutchess County SPCA animal control officers or brought to the shelter by good Samaritans.
• Stayed up-to-date on changes and potential changes to animal cruelty and animal control laws in New York State.

Additional responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Took in complaints of animal cruelty, and investigate cases as necessary.
• Resolved animal welfare concerns by conducting thorough investigations and implementing appropriate corrective actions.
• Worked with the assigned prosecutors from the Dutchess County District Attorney's Office.
• Obtained and executed search warrants, prepared and submitted legal instruments to prosecutors and courts following the warrant execution and seizure of evidence.
• Arrested alleged animal cruelty offenders.
• Prepared and submitted all legal instruments to prosecutors and courts.
• Appeared in court as necessary.
• Worked with town prosecutors or prosecute animal control violations and dangerous dog proceedings up to and including dangerous dog hearings in local courts.
• Engaged in community policing strategies to foster a trustful relationship with members of the community.
• Instructed the animal cruelty class at the police officer basic training academy at the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office.
• Instructed the court ordered PAWS for Offenders class to help prevent recidivism.
• Conducted public speaking events and seminars to educate the public to about the proper care of animals and animal cruelty laws.
• Answered subpoenas duces tecum and FOIL requests.
• Completed monthly reports for all animal control municipalities and humane law enforcement.
• Administrator and TACC for eJustice.

• Worked with and assisted the population of over 200 residents in various situations.
• Developed strong relationships with the residents to foster trust between the organization's security team and its neighbors.
• Assisting residents by delivering packages, providing on-campus transportation, and other tasks as needed.
• Improved overall security by conducting full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
• Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
• Responded quickly and effectively to emergencies.
• Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate a welcoming atmosphere while prioritizing safety.
• Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
• Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted Dutchess County emergency response.
• Recorded observations and occurrences to complete and submit incident reports.

• Advised officers on procedures and laws about animal cruelty and animal control investigations.
• Provided forms and legal instrument templates as needed. Advised officers on how to complete the necessary paperwork for violations of law.
• Assisted with revising seven contracts for animal control services and boarding.
• Maximized efficiency in operations by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of state and local regulations related to animal control practices.
• Guided officers during investigations to ensure they obtained the evidence required for prosecution.

• Received evidence/property from department members and secured said evidence into the property and evidence room or other designated secured areas.
• Logged safekeeping and evidentiary items into the records management system.
• Maintained secure chain of custody for all items by diligently following established protocols for handling and transferring evidence.
• Facilitated accurate record-keeping through diligent use of computerized systems designed for tracking evidence movement throughout its lifecycle.
• Ensured compliance with departmental policies and procedures for accreditation through regular audits of evidence storage areas, and identifying issues that needed resolution.
• Enhanced accuracy of case files by meticulously documenting all evidence received, examined, and released.
• As tasked, collected, packaged, logged, processed, and photographed evidence either while at crime scenes or from crime scenes.
• Swabbed surfaces for DNA and other biological samples/evidence, and dusted for latent fingerprints at crime scenes, or from evidence delivered to the Identification Unit from crime scenes.
• Possess the knowledge and ability to successfully process and package evidence for further testing; including but not limited to photographing and processing evidence for DNA extraction, and developing and lifting latent prints.
• Prepared forms for, transported, and submitted evidentiary items for testing at New York State Police laboratories.
• Communicated with multiple investigative bureaus and labs within the New York State Police (NYSP) regarding evidence, and transporting of said evidence to NYSP labs and bureaus.
• Worked with members of the Dutchess County District Attorney's Office in relation to crime scene evidence.
• Facilitated the return or transfer of evidence/property.
• Autopsy photography, as tasked.
• Testified in court as needed.
• Answered subpoenas duces tecum and was the agency designee for such.
• Compiled and supplied Clery reporting data to requesting colleges and universities.
• Entered warrants, sent warrant letters, answered phone calls regarding warrants, and maintained warrant files.
• Responsible for agency records retention per NYS Archives Local Government Schedule 1.
• Trained personnel within the police department as tasked pertaining to the Law Enforcement Records System (LERMS), evidence packaging and submission, and other training as tasked.
• Identified crime series through reading criminal reports and linking DNA evidence from crime scenes to offenders.
• Assisted with and troubleshooted New World/Tyler Technologies programs (Law Enforcement Records Management System, Mobile Merge, Mobile, CAD).
• On behalf of the department. liaised with Dutchess County OCIS (Office of Central and Information Services) and other agencies regarding Identification Unit duties and information in the New World/Tyler Technologies computer programs.
• Reported statistics to New York State DCJS (i.e National Incident-Based Reporting, Sex Offense Evidence Collection Kits, UCR Summary Crime Data, etc.).
• On behalf of the department, liaised with New York State DCJS in regard to crime reporting (NIBRS compliance) and other statistical reporting matters.
• Qualified the agency for NIBRS-compliant reporting.
• Data/statistical analysis and mapping as needed.
• Developed the procedure for the department's Identification Division for compliance with discovery laws. Did trouble shooting with the computer program for uploading case files, photos, and video footage to the Dutchess County Office of the District Attorney.
• Supported successful prosecutions with thorough documentation and accurate testimony in court proceedings.
• Assisted investigators in solving cases through meticulous examination and processing of physical evidence.
• Streamlined workflow within the department by collaborating effectively with colleagues, sharing knowledge, and providing assistance when needed.
• Safeguarded the integrity of sensitive materials by maintaining proper temperature controls within storage facilities, eliminating potential contamination risks.
• Achieved timely submission of forensic samples to laboratories for further evaluation, expediting case progress towards resolution.
• Upheld high standards of professionalism when interacting with victims, witnesses, and other members of the public during investigations.
• Assisted detectives in developing case theories by analyzing patterns or connections between pieces of physical evidence discovered at crime scenes.
• Attended and examined scenes of crimes.
• Working knowledge of NYS Penal Law, NYS Criminal Procedure Law, and the NYS Unified Court System.
• Performed fingerprinting services for civilians (non-criminal).

• Answered emergency and non-emergency calls.
• Acquired pertinent information and details for call and officers in the field.
• Took information from and advised callers and station walk-ins.
• Dispatched police as necessary.
• Managed high-stress situations calmly and effectively, ensuring timely assistance to those in need.
• Utilized CAD (Computer Aided Dispatch) system and eJusticeNY Integrated Justice Portal to input and search information.
• Prioritized calls for service and routed police units accordingly.
• Provided exceptional customer service to callers, remaining empathetic and patient during emergencies.
• Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by properly documenting unresolved calls and ongoing incidents.

• Perform the duties of a Humane Law Enforcement Officer, train and supervise Humane Law and Animal Control staff.
• Investigation and enforcement of over 4,000 animal cruelty and neglect complaints and cases in Dutchess County.
• Responsible for the rescue of over 200 neglected and abused animals.
• Additional responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to the following: Take complaints of animal cruelty, and investigate cases as necessary.
• Work with the assigned prosecutors from the Dutchess County District Attorney's Office.
• Obtain and execute search warrants, prepare and submit legal instruments to prosecutors and courts following the warrant execution and seizure of evidence.
• Arrest alleged animal cruelty offenders.
• Prepare and submit all legal instruments to prosecutors and courts.
• Appear in court as necessary.
• Work with town prosecutors or prosecute animal control violations and dangerous dog proceedings up to and including dangerous dog hearings in local courts.
• Engage in community policing strategies to foster a trustful relationship with members of the community.
• Ran a Criminal Justice Internship program and hosted interns (through 2017).
• Instructed the animal cruelty class at the police officer basic training academy at the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office.
• Instructed the PAWS for Offenders class.
• Public speaking and seminars to educate the public to about animals and animal cruelty laws.
• Answer subpoenas duces tecum and FOIL requests.
• Complete monthly reports for all animal control municipalities and humane law enforcement.
• Administrator and TACC for eJustice.
• Boosted public trust with law enforcement through active engagement in community events and programs.
• Enhanced public safety by responding to and investigating reports of animal abuse, neglect, and nuisance complaints.
• Improved community relations through conducting educational presentations on responsible pet ownership and local animal laws.
• Decreased the number of offenses by providing guidance to pet owners on proper care and legal requirements.
• Prepared for prosecutions related to animal treatment and gave evidence in court.
• Wrote reports of activities and maintained files of impoundments and dispositions of animals.