MADELEINE JOHANSEN

Communicated complex and novel information both verbally and in writing to varied audiences:

• Communicated with other officers and family members while investigating recreational vehicle (ATV, UTV and boat) incidents to determine causes and contributing factors
• Documented findings and prepared detailed reports
• Utilized forensic methods to reconstruct crashes and develop a comprehensive case file for review by district attorneys
• Wrote complex and detailed search warrants and supporting affidavits for searches and seizures for criminal and civil offenses

Worked with academic or non-academic pathways to career training program:

• Served as a member of the Division of Public Safety and Resource Protection's Recruitment Committee, working to develop outreach methods for potential hires from a diverse hiring pool

Designed and implemented training programs:

• Trained officers in recreational vehicle intoxicated operation enforcement procedures, and trail inspection procedures after crashes
• Assisted law enforcement recruit academy with interview and interrogation training in 2024
• Assisted department training staff with onboarding and training new class of Community Service Officers in 2023

Built, maintained, and strengthened partnerships:

• Offered training on investigative techniques, elevating the skill level within the department and fostering collaboration among team members
• Worked as the Division of Public Safety and Resource Protection's liaison to county recreational patrols (reviewing monthly reports and approving patrol program purchases)
• Fostered strong working relationships with external partners, such as law enforcement agencies, courts, and outdoor activity clubs to facilitate a successful safety program

Designed and implemented training:

• Assisted department training staff with onboarding and training a new class of Community Service Officers in 2022
• Assisted law enforcement recruit academies with interview training in 2022 and 2023, sharing knowledge and expertise to enhance recruit wardens' professional development
• Taught hunter education, trapping education, and recreational vehicle safety classes; assisting instructors with certifying students from a variety of backgrounds
• Edited and revised PowerPoint training materials
• Served on the Division of Public Safety and Resource Protection's Strategic Planning Committee in 2022-2023

Communicated complex and novel information both verbally and in writing to varied audiences:

• Completed concise, clear, and accurate law enforcement written reports for court actors, other officers, and the public

Built, maintained, and strengthened partnerships:

• Informed State Park visitors of regulations, services, and points of interest and natural areas
• Worked with internal partners such as environmental enforcement staff, park staff, wildlife biologist, and fisheries biologist to provide a comprehensive enforcement and education program in administrative area.