Margaret McCue
Monticello,IL
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience as a Police Officer at the Clinton Police Department, skilled in investigative procedures and building community relationships. Proven ability to enhance road safety and respond effectively to high stress emergencies, demonstrating strong written and oral communication skills while ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. Being a female police officer, I provide a different perspective shaped by lived experience.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Clinton Police Department
03.2024 - Current
- Enforcement and Knowledge of traffic laws, ensuring compliance and enhancing road safety.
- Responded to emergency calls, providing timely assistance and support to community members.
- Radio communication and vehicle operations.
- Conducted thorough investigations of incidents, gathering evidence and preparing detailed reports.
- Collaborated with local agencies to assist in investigations.
- Apprehended and arrested suspects for felony and misdemeanor offenses while maintaining officer safety, citizen safety, and adherence to constitutional standards.
Grocery Team Member
Save A Lot
11.2018 - 03.2024
- Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
- Maintained safe, clean and well-organized working and shopping environment by sweeping and mopping floors and complying with health and sanitation procedures adhering to safe work practices.
- Communicated with customers and staff politely and professionally to uphold store standards.
- Stocked shelves and organized merchandise displays for easy retrieval.
- Operated cash register to accurately process and record customer payments.
- Addressed customer complaints and concerns, providing mutually beneficial solutions.
- Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments, and bagging purchases.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
Education
Macon County Law Enforcement Training Center
Decatur08.2024
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Richland Community College
Decatur, IL08.2023
High School Diploma -
Clinton High School
Clinton, IL05.2021
Skills
- Written and Oral Communications
- Team Cooperation
- Building Community Relationships
- Goal-Driven
- Investigative Procedures
- Interpersonal skills, empathy, and tact when dealing with victims, suspects, and the public
- Situational Awareness
- Dedication to Firearms Safety and Proficiency
- Thorough and Methodical Investigative Approach
Hobbies
- Lifting weights. Constantly trying to improve physical as well as mental health.
- Reading books for entertainment and to be more knowledgeable.
- Caring for my pets.
Awards and Honors
October 2025 - DOVE Domestic Violence Award: Honored for outstanding commitment and dedicated response to incidents of domestic violence.
July 2025 - Certificate of Appreciation from AAIM (Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists): In recognition of commendable DUI Enforcement
Timeline
Police Officer
Clinton Police Department
03.2024 - Current
Grocery Team Member
Save A Lot
11.2018 - 03.2024
Macon County Law Enforcement Training Center
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Richland Community College
High School Diploma -
Clinton High School