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Kristy Szczesny

Lansing,MI

Summary

Hardworking and passionate with strong organizational skills eager to secure the position of Trial Coordinator.

I have 17 years of K9 detection experience with the Lansing Police Department and since retiring I have trained my current two German Shepherd Dogs in Nosework.

I currently belong to NACSW, UKC, AKC and Great Lakes German Shepherd Dog Club.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience

Work History

NACSW Judge

Michigan
01.2018 - 01.2024
  • Have judged all levels at NACSW.
  • Current member of NACSW with a dog that has a NW1 Title.

Police Sergeant /Quartermaster

Lansing Police Department
10.2018 - 07.2019

As the Sergeant assigned to Property and Supply Department,it was my responsibility to order all Department Uniforms, Equipment and Supplies. I was responsible for to maintain the largest budget within the Department.

As the Property and Supply Sergeant, I was responsible for supervising the proper recording, storing and maintaining chain of evidence for criminal cases.

Police Sergeant

Lansing Police Department
03.2018 - 07.2019
  • Enhanced public safety by effectively coordinating and supervising patrol operations in assigned areas.
  • Increased officer accountability and performance through consistent evaluation, feedback, and training opportunities.
  • Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on department policies, procedures, and best practices for effective law enforcement.
  • Administered disciplinary actions when necessary, ensuring a high standard of professionalism within the department.
  • Managed daily scheduling of patrol personnel, ensuring adequate coverage during peak hours or special events.
  • Established a strong rapport with citizens by attending community meetings regularly to address concerns or answer questions about public safety issues.

Police Officer

City Of Lansing, Michigan
01.1996 - 07.2019
  • 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.
  • Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
  • Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
  • Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
  • Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to solve complex cases and apprehend dangerous criminals.

Lansing Police K9 Handler

Lansing Police Department
01.1998 - 05.2016
  • Enhanced K9 unit performance by conducting regular training sessions and drills.
  • Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive patrols with the K9 partner.
  • Assisted in apprehending suspects by effectively utilizing K9 tracking and search capabilities.
  • Supported fellow officers during high-risk situations, providing valuable K9 assistance and expertise.
  • Improved public perception of law enforcement by participating in community outreach programs with the K9 partner.
  • Ensured the health and well-being of the K9 partner through proper care, exercise, and nutrition management.
  • Maintained accurate records on K9 training progress, certifications, and deployment outcomes for department review.
  • Recovered illegal narcotics from crime scenes using expert knowledge on drug detection techniques alongside my highly-trained K9 partner.
  • Fostered a supportive learning environment for new handlers by sharing knowledge, experiences, and insights on effective K9 handling techniques.
  • This was by far the most rewarding position I had with the Lansing Police Department, working with TWO highly trained K9 partners in narcotic detection, tracking and evidence location.

General Manager

Long John Silvers
03.1990 - 12.1995
  • Organized budgets, oversaw profit and loss statements and achieved margin targets to stay on track with growth plans.
  • .Oversaw inventory by ordering precise quantities of stock and executing corrective actions to drive profits.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Enhances operational success through effective staffing , strong training, adherence to food safety and sanitation regulations and well timed customer service.
  • Held weekly meetings with Assistant Managers, Team Leaders and Team Members.
  • Maintained organized, safe and clean equipment and Restaurant facility to keep productivity high and maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Manages budget implementations, employee reviews, training and weekly schedules.

Assistant Manager

Long John Silvers
04.1987 - 03.1990
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Streamlined store operations for increased efficiency, implementing new processes and procedures.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
  • Monitored employee performance and developed improvement plans.
  • assisted with hiring recommendations to bring in top candidates for key vacancies.
  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Kept work areas clean, organized and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.

Team Leader

Long John Silvers
03.1985 - 04.1987
  • Assigned daily employee tasks and monitored activity and completion.
  • Developed team members'' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
  • Kept work ares clean, organized and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Tracked receipts, employee hours and inventory.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members which helped resolve issues and conflicts quickly.
  • Learned management skills necessary for promotion.

Cashier/Cook

Long John Silvers
01.1981 - 03.1985
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
  • Responsible for quality food production to meet the demand of business with minimal waste.
  • Responsible for cleaning and maintaining kitchen equipment.

Education

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MI
11.1995

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Henry Ford Community College
Dearborn, MI
12.1994

High School Diploma -

Riverview Community High School
Riverview, MI
06.1982

Skills

  • Multitasking
  • Organizational skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving
  • Decision-making
  • Work well alone
  • Additional Nosework experience with UKC hosting Nosework trials and completing necessary paperwork Have an experienced and titled dog

Timeline

Police Sergeant /Quartermaster

Lansing Police Department
10.2018 - 07.2019

Police Sergeant

Lansing Police Department
03.2018 - 07.2019

NACSW Judge

Michigan
01.2018 - 01.2024

Lansing Police K9 Handler

Lansing Police Department
01.1998 - 05.2016

Police Officer

City Of Lansing, Michigan
01.1996 - 07.2019

General Manager

Long John Silvers
03.1990 - 12.1995

Assistant Manager

Long John Silvers
04.1987 - 03.1990

Team Leader

Long John Silvers
03.1985 - 04.1987

Cashier/Cook

Long John Silvers
01.1981 - 03.1985

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Schoolcraft College

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Henry Ford Community College

High School Diploma -

Riverview Community High School
Kristy Szczesny