Communicative Police Officer successful at developing positive relationships with colleagues and citizens. Approaches each situation with alertness, compassion and concern. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Unified Police Department
02.2008 - Current
Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
Display 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.
Handle domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
Conduct searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
Police Officer
University Of Utah Department Of Public Safety
12.2006 - 02.2008
Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes
Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail
Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection
Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners
Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction
Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area
Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
Education
Utah Police Academy -
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Westminster College
Salt Lake City, UT
12.2012
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2009
Skills
Traffic and Motorists Monitoring
Accident Investigations
Public Safety
Relationship building and management
De-Escalation Techniques
Criminal Investigations
Complex Problem-Solving
Critical Thinking
Search and Seizure Procedures
Defense and Arrest Tactics
Interrogation Techniques
Timeline
Police Officer
Unified Police Department
02.2008 - Current
Police Officer
University Of Utah Department Of Public Safety
12.2006 - 02.2008
Utah Police Academy -
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Westminster College
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Salt Lake Community College
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