Mark VanKlaveren
Bettendorf,IA
Summary
Qualified professional with several years of experience in law enforcement leadership roles. Demonstrates excellent leadership, decision-making, and records management abilities. Skilled in crime prevention, investigation, and community outreach. Experienced in collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders to address security challenges effectively.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief of Police
City of Silvis Police Department
Silvis , IL
05.2015 - Current
- Conducted investigations into criminal activity or complaints against officers.
- Oversaw recruitment efforts for new officers including background checks and interviews.
- Supervised staff of officers and other personnel within the department.
- Collaborated with outside law enforcement agencies on regional initiatives.
- Monitored daily operations of the department to ensure efficiency.
- Advised city government officials on matters related to public safety.
- Maintained a budget for the police department ensuring fiscal responsibility.
- Provided leadership, guidance, and direction to subordinates.
- Participated in community events such as parades or fundraisers in order to promote good relations between citizens and police force.
- Reviewed and updated police department policies and procedures.
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
Deputy Director
Silvis Police Department / Illinois State Police
Quad Cities, IL/IA
03.2012 - 03.2015
- Participated in physical arrests when necessary during undercover operations.
- Assisted with the execution of search warrants at locations suspected of harboring illegal activity or substances.
- Attended court hearings as required to provide testimony related to cases.
- Coordinated with local law enforcement agencies to share information on cases.
- Gathered evidence by conducting surveillance, interviews, and interrogations.
- Organized undercover operations to infiltrate gangs and other criminal organizations.
- Maintained contact with confidential informants to obtain information about suspects.
- Collaborated with prosecutors in preparing cases for trial.
- Developed and implemented covert operations to investigate criminal activities.
Detective
Silvis Police Department
Silvis, IL
03.2008 - 03.2011
- Obtained search warrants and executed them to gather evidence related to a case.
- Interviewed victims and suspects using appropriate techniques in order to collect accurate information about the incident.
- Collected, preserved, and analyzed evidence such as fingerprints, weapons, documents, drugs.
- Prepared detailed reports of investigative activities and findings.
- Advised officers on proper procedures for gathering evidence at crime scenes.
- Conducted interviews and interrogations with witnesses, victims, and suspects.
- Reviewed police records and other information sources to obtain leads in cases.
- Attended court hearings as a representative of the department.
- Provided testimony during trials concerning facts uncovered during investigations.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies in the investigation of criminal activities.
Special Agent
Silvis Police Department / Illinois State Police
Quad Cities, IL/IA
03.2004 - 08.2006
- Conducted methamphetamine lab investigations
- Purchased narcotics from drug dealers
- Assisted with the execution of search warrants at locations suspected of harboring illegal activity or substances.
- Coordinated with local law enforcement agencies to share information on cases.
- Photographed narcotic purchase transactions to compile evidence and protect undercover investigators.
- Opened investigations into issues brought up by individuals in community.
- Executed and obtained search warrants and subpoenas to obtain evidence for resolution of criminal matters.
- Managed surveillance of individuals, specific properties and events.
- Obtained warrants to search properties for evidence of criminal activity.
- Participated in physical arrests when necessary during undercover operations.
Aviation Ordnanceman
United States Navy, USN
San Diego, CA
11.1994 - 11.1998
- Organized and maintained inventory of ordnance materials in a secure manner.
- Ensured that all safety precautions were followed when working with explosive devices.
- Inspected ordnance items before they were loaded onto an aircraft.
- Member of the Ship's security reaction force.
- Operated ground support equipment such as tow tractors, cranes, hoists, tugs and forklifts.
- Worked effectively with fellow team members in fast-paced, dangerous and intense environments.
- Serviced bombs, missiles and rockets and launched test devices.
- MK 38, 25 mm Gun-mount captain.
- Went on two six-month deployments overseas into the Persian Gulf.
- Honorably discharged as a 3rd-class Petty Officer upon completion of my enlistment.
Education
Law Enforcement Executive Training
FBI National Academy
Quantico Virginia09-2022
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL12-2020
Some College (No Degree) - Law Enforcement
Black Hawk College
Moline, IL05-2002
Skills
- Strategic Leadership
- Media Relations
- Crime Prevention
- Labor Relations
- Substance Abuse Prevention
- Investigative skills
- Effective Communication
- Decision-Making
- Organizational Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Self Motivation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Professionalism
- Budget Management
- Conflict de-escalation
- First Aid/CPR
- Problem-solving abilities
- Adaptability
- Strategic Planning
- Active Listening
- Problem-Solving
- Personnel Management
Certification
- Certified Law Enforcement Officer through the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board
- FBI National Academy Session #283
- Undercover Drug Task Force Officer
- Deputy Director of a Multi-State Undercover Drug Task Force
- Chairman of Records Management Consortium
- Board member of the Rock Island County Emergency Telephone Systems Board
- Board member of QComm911 communications
- Chairman of Mobile Team Training Unit IV
- Board member of the Quad Cities Metropolitan Enforcement Group
- Member of the Quad City Council of Police Chiefs
- Chairman of the Quad Cities Law Enforcement Group
Affiliations
- East Moline / Silvis Rotary Member
Timeline
Chief of Police
City of Silvis Police Department
05.2015 - Current
Deputy Director
Silvis Police Department / Illinois State Police
03.2012 - 03.2015
Detective
Silvis Police Department
03.2008 - 03.2011
Special Agent
Silvis Police Department / Illinois State Police
03.2004 - 08.2006
Aviation Ordnanceman
United States Navy, USN
11.1994 - 11.1998
Law Enforcement Executive Training
FBI National Academy
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Western Illinois University
Some College (No Degree) - Law Enforcement
Black Hawk College
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