Matthew Fenstermaker
Millersport,Ohio
Summary
Experienced Law Enforcement Officer specializing in criminal investigations and community policing. Led mentorship initiatives, managed evidence compliance with federal regulations, and enhanced public safety. Expertise in document drafting, report writing, and team leadership.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs
Chillicothe, OH
11.2022 - Current
- Enforced laws and federal regulations to maintain public safety and security.
- Patrolled federal property on foot and vehicle to ensure safety and compliance with federal laws.
- Conducted thorough investigations into incidents involving veterans and their families.
- Managed the police department property room by safeguarding evidence and property in the custody of the agency.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to address veterans' unique needs and concerns.
Police Officer
Buckeye Lake Police Dept.
Buckeye Lake, OH
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Conducted criminal investigations and supported prosecution of misdemeanor and felony cases to ensure justice.
- Patrolled neighborhoods on foot and in a police vehicle to maintain public safety and deter crime.
- Oversaw property room operations for police department, ensuring evidence was securely stored and organized. with evidence management, auditing, and categorization.
Lieutenant
Minerva Park Police Dept.
Columbus, OH
03.2003 - 10.2015
- Led a team of police officers as a front-line supervisor and provided mentorship to new officers.
- Investigated criminal activities, gathered evidence for both misdemeanor and felony cases, and testified in criminal trials as a prosecuting complainant or witness.
- Acted as terrorism liaison, training officers and citizens to recognize indicators of potential terrorist acts.
- Patrolled assigned areas, enforcing traffic and criminal laws to ensure community safety.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Police Leadership
Police Executive Leadership College
Worthington, OH11-2012
Certificate of Technical Studies - Basic Peace Officer Certification
Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy
Groveport, OH01-2000
Diploma - General Education
Reynoldsburg High School
Reynoldsburg, OH06-1993
Certificate of Completion - Law Enforcement
Eastland Career Center
Groveport, OH06-1993
Skills
- Criminal investigations
- Evidence handling
- Patrol operations
- Law enforcement protocols
- Crisis intervention
- Community policing
- Interrogation techniques
- Field training
- Team leadership
- Policy analysis
Certification
Police Executive Leadership College (PELC), Supervisor Training and Education (STEP), Terrorism Liaison Officer (OPOTA), Core Criminal Investigations (OPOTA), Internal Affairs Investigations (OPOTA), Background Investigations (OPOTA), Field Training Officer (OPOTA), Criminal Interdiction (OPOTA)
Timeline
Police Officer
U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs
11.2022 - Current
Police Officer
Buckeye Lake Police Dept.
07.2021 - 10.2021
Lieutenant
Minerva Park Police Dept.
03.2003 - 10.2015
Certificate of Technical Studies - Police Leadership
Police Executive Leadership College
Certificate of Technical Studies - Basic Peace Officer Certification
Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy
Diploma - General Education
Reynoldsburg High School
Certificate of Completion - Law Enforcement
Eastland Career Center