Leah Ott
Snoqualmie,WA
Summary
Seasoned law enforcement professional with a proven track record, excelling in critical thinking and teamwork. Demonstrated expertise in solving high-profile cases and fostering community trust. Skilled in investigative techniques and collaboration, significantly contributing to team success and public safety.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Police K9 Sergeant
Redmond Police Department
01.2023 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Police Training Recruiting Sergeant
Redmond Police Department
11.2012 - Current
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Helped streamline client onboarding processes, leading to smoother client experience.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
Property Manager
Weidner Property Management
01.2011 - 06.2011
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
- Maintained positive landlord-tenant relationships, ensuring clear communication and prompt resolution of any disputes.
- Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
- Conducted regular property inspections, identifying areas for improvement and proactively addressing potential safety hazards.
- Oversaw lease agreements from inception to termination, ensuring compliance with local regulations and protecting the interests of both landlords and tenants.
- Increased property occupancy rates by effectively marketing available units and conducting thorough tenant screenings.
- Verified income, assets, and expenses, and completed file tracking sheet for each applicant.
Police Officer
Goodyear Police Department
10.2005 - 12.2010
- 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.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
Detective
Maricopa County Sheriff' Office Task Force (HIDTA)
04.2008 - 04.2010
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Prioritized multiple active cases efficiently by continually reassessing urgency levels based on emerging factors such as public safety concerns or new leads.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while sharing vital intelligence with appropriate colleagues for effective case resolution.
- Mentored junior detectives to improve their investigative skills, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Interviewed suspects and witnesses using skilled interrogation techniques for gathering crucial information related to investigations.
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
- Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
- Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
- Developed strong relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies for collaborative efforts in solving high-profile cases.
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Acted as a liaison between the detective division and community members, fostering trust and strengthening communication channels for improved crime reporting.
- Investigated complaints brought by members of community by conducting interviews and compiling evidence.
- Coordinated crime scene searches methodically for comprehensive evidence collection ensuring no critical elements are missed.
- Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures and investigation strategies.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing, and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
- Managed surveillance operations effectively, contributing towards timely apprehension of offenders before further crimes were committed.
Education
No Degree - Society, Ethics, And Human Behavior
University of Washington Bothell
Bothell, WAMaster Dog Trainer - Master Trainer
Highland Canine
Harmony, North Carolina06-2021
AZ Post Certified Police Officer - Criminal Justice
Maricopa County Basic Police Training Academy
Phoenix, AZ02-2006
Associate of Arts - Integrated Studies
Cascadia Community College
Bothell, WA06-2004
High School Diploma -
Bothell High School
Bothell WA06-2002
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Organization and time management
- Decision-making
Timeline
Police K9 Sergeant
Redmond Police Department
01.2023 - Current
Police Training Recruiting Sergeant
Redmond Police Department
11.2012 - Current
Property Manager
Weidner Property Management
01.2011 - 06.2011
Detective
Maricopa County Sheriff' Office Task Force (HIDTA)
04.2008 - 04.2010
Police Officer
Goodyear Police Department
10.2005 - 12.2010
No Degree - Society, Ethics, And Human Behavior
University of Washington Bothell
Master Dog Trainer - Master Trainer
Highland Canine
AZ Post Certified Police Officer - Criminal Justice
Maricopa County Basic Police Training Academy
Associate of Arts - Integrated Studies
Cascadia Community College
High School Diploma -
Bothell High School
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