Mark Dykie

• Attended training sessions to maintain proficiency in law enforcement techniques.
• Served criminal warrants and subpoenas to suspects in public and private locations.
• Rendered assistance to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries or medical crises.
• Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
• Communicated with victims, suspects and witnesses to gather and provide information regarding criminal events.
• Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects to conduct thorough criminal investigations.
• Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
• Monitored radio transmissions from dispatch regarding reported crimes or emergencies.
• Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.
• Monitored and investigated suspicions persons and situations and unusual activities.
• Responded promptly to activated alarms for fires and burglaries.
• Organized crime scene investigation, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
• Utilized various technologies including computers, cameras, speed timing devices, radar operated traffic control devices to complete job duties and satisfy traffic complaints.
• Maintained order during civil disturbances or protests.
• Executed law enforcement patrol functions in assigned locations for extended periods of time.
• Observed court proceedings related to cases involving police work.
• Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
• Supported future criminal cases by preparing detailed and accurate reports related to accidents, crime disturbances and complaints.
• Operated mobile data terminals from patrol vehicles to obtain criminal records on-scene.
• Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
• Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
• Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.
• Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
• Interviewed witnesses and victims to determine critical details relevant to each case.
• Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.
• Eliminated process discrepancies and accurately investigated felony-level property and violent crimes while preparing, submitting and aiding district attorney prosecution cases.
• Ensured compliance with local laws by performing periodic safety inspections of businesses during and after hours.
• Investigated suspicious persons or activities to determine if criminal activity was present.
• Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
• Performed CPR and other rescue techniques on individuals in medical emergencies.
• Developed positive relationships with members of the community through outreach programs.
• Managed the police department's social media 'Facebook' posts and respond to reports/messages regarding situations in my jurisdiction.
• Current Taser instructor.
• Active Drug Task Force Member and recent Drug Task Force Coordinator.
• Police vehicle fleet manager, fleet purchaser and equipment manager.
• Handle the departments traffic complaints pertaining to speed.
• Manage the department's digital speed enforcement signs and speed enforcement trailers.
• Conduct and complete traffic studies which are then provided to the township board of supervisors for review.
• Managed monthly and annual certifications for the departments speed timing devices including Vascar/ Robic Watch and DTX devices.
• Provided officers with up to date PA Bulletin information regarding approved speed timing devices for court cases.
• Active member of the Montgomery County SWAT Team Western Region.
• Department's public relation officer for local school district events/activities.

Police Officer/ Patrolman