Matthew Cain
Pleasant Hill,CA
Summary
Dedicated Police Lieutenant offering over 24 years of law enforcement experience. Known for going above and beyond job requirements to make lasting impact on department and public. Exceptional integrity, leadership and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Lieutenant
Concord Police Department
01.2024 - Current
- Enhanced community safety by developing and implementing strategic policing initiatives.
- Reduced crime rates through effective deployment and management of patrol officers.
- Streamlined communication within department by establishing clear protocols and procedures.
- Managed personnel scheduling, ensuring optimal coverage during peak times and effective response to emergency situations.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new recruits, emphasizing both technical skills and interpersonal communication.
- Implemented community outreach initiatives, building positive relationships with local organizations and residents.
- Oversaw budgeting processes for department, ensuring fiscal responsibility while maintaining necessary resources for operations.
- Implemented data-driven policing strategies to identify crime trends and allocate resources effectively.
- Served as incident commander during critical events or emergencies, coordinating all aspects of response efforts efficiently.
- Promoted culture of accountability among officers by setting high standards for conduct and performance evaluation systems that rewarded excellence while identifying areas for improvement.
- Championed diversity within force through targeted recruitment campaigns aimed at underrepresented communities.
- Directed and monitored work of 20+ law enforcement professionals with clear focus on maximizing results and maintaining transparent police operations.
Crisis Negotiator
Concord Police Department
10.2005 - Current
- Assistant Team Leader of Crisis Negotiations Team
- Assist in supervisory role when primary supervisor not available
- Respond to cases involving hostages, barricaded suspects, and suicidal persons
- Provide negotiations to assist in crisis situations.
- Supported successful resolution of hostage situations by gathering crucial background information about involved parties and assessing their motivations accurately.
Police Sergeant
Concord Police Department
08.2020 - 01.2024
- Planned, scheduled and supervised work of 17 subordinates
- Assigned and supervised subordinates to prevent crime, protect life and property and enforce laws
- Inspected and oversaw functions of patrol officers and detectives
- Approved training and education designed to maintain and improve officer patrol and protective services
- Led and managed detective unit and developed processes for maintaining evidence and property
- Monitored and managed tactical communications to control information and focus resources
- Boosted staff productivity and performance by coordinating and standardizing disciplinary and motivational approaches
- Supervised administrative and support functions of non-sworn personnel.
Special Victims Unit Detective
Concord Police Department
11.2015 - 08.2020
- Conducted thorough investigations into complex and criminal investigations to help develop strong criminal cases
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses and complainants
- Collected crime scene evidence, examined bodies and investigated secondary locations to build detailed cases based on sound evidence handling practices
- Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches
- Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes
- Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution.
Special Enforcement Team
Concord Police Department
01.2012 - 11.2015
- Provided focused enforcement and problem solving efforts directed at specific problems that affected safety and security of community
- Acted as resource for patrol officers, district commanders, and members of other investigative units
- Initiated and concluded investigations of crime organizations
- Thoroughly investigated criminal acts and conspiracies
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
Financial Crimes Unit Detective
Concord Police Department
07.2006 - 01.2012
- Conducted preliminary investigations to confirm violations that occurred and obtained relevant documents and testimony from involved parties
- Analyzed financial statements, bank records and government databases to identify fraud and other instances of financial crimes
- Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards
- Marked off crime scenes and controlled access to protect evidence from tampering or loss
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses and complainants
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
Master Police Officer
Concord Police Department
05.2001 - 08.2020
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail
- Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss crime reduction strategies
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners
- Monitored and reported trainee progress, introducing new learning tools to address individual needs.
Intelligence Analyst
United States Air Force National Guard
08.1996 - 09.2003
- Created useful and timely intelligence products to support field operations
- Developed recommendations to assist clients and agencies with efforts to advance intelligence gathering and interpretation in multiple theaters of operation
- Verified visitor security clearances and eligibility for access into SCIFs
- Reported on incidents, suspensions and other concerns to supervisory personnel
- Supervised gathering, review and dissemination of intelligence information from human sources, electronic sources and counter-intelligence
- Collected information about enemy strengths, movements and activities.
Education
MBA -
California Statue University, Monterey Bay
Monterey, CA12.2023
Bachelor of Science -
California State University – Long Beach
Long Beach, CA12.2008
Skills
- Project Management
- Budget management
- Laws and Ordinances
- Performance Appraisals
- Workload balancing
- Personnel supervision
- Crime prevention
- Community oriented policing
- Firearms training
- Search and seizure
- Active shooter training
Timeline
Police Lieutenant
Concord Police Department
01.2024 - Current
Police Sergeant
Concord Police Department
08.2020 - 01.2024
Special Victims Unit Detective
Concord Police Department
11.2015 - 08.2020
Special Enforcement Team
Concord Police Department
01.2012 - 11.2015
Financial Crimes Unit Detective
Concord Police Department
07.2006 - 01.2012
Crisis Negotiator
Concord Police Department
10.2005 - Current
Master Police Officer
Concord Police Department
05.2001 - 08.2020
Intelligence Analyst
United States Air Force National Guard
08.1996 - 09.2003
MBA -
California Statue University, Monterey Bay
Bachelor of Science -
California State University – Long Beach
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