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Matthew Hackathorn

Matthew Hackathorn

Creston,OH

Summary

I was a police officer for the City of Akron for 21 years. I seved the citizens and diverse ethnice communities that resided with the city. I was a CIT, Crisis Intervention Team, member,. I was an FTO, field training officer, for new recruits. I also received several Chief's commendation letters for my outstanding and productive work that went above and beyond the call of duty.

i am a hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

I am also an active member and volunteer at my local church, Newpointe Community Church. I am on the security team, cafe team, and I lead a mens bible study as well.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Treatment Specialist

Christian Children's Home Of Ohio Ccho
Wooster, OH
08.2023 - Current

IAs a Treatment Specialist I tried to develop and model healthy connections and relationships with kids from hard places, ages 6-18. Treatment Specialist provides care and supervision to the youth residents individually and in groups. This could range from helping youth prepare for and engage in daily educational and therapeutic activities as well as offering guidance and redirection. It also included participating in recreational fun, arts and crafts, meal times, and movie nights.

Delivery Driver

DoorDash, Rancho Santa Margarita, California
Wooster, OH
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
  • Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
  • Drove safely in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, ice.

Spark Delivery Driver for Walmart

Walmart.com
04.2022 - 08.2023
  • Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
  • Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
  • Drove safely in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, ice.

Police Officer

City of Akron Police Department
Akron, OH
12.1999 - 10.2020
  • Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
  • Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
  • Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
  • Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects to conduct thorough criminal investigations.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
  • Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
  • Attended training sessions to maintain proficiency in law enforcement techniques.
  • Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
  • Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
  • Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.
  • Communicated with victims, suspects and witnesses to gather and provide information regarding criminal events.
  • Investigated suspicious persons or activities to determine if criminal activity was present.
  • Developed positive relationships with members of the community through outreach programs.
  • Organized crime scene investigation, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
  • Executed law enforcement patrol functions in assigned locations for extended periods of time.
  • Provided testimony in court when necessary concerning investigations conducted.
  • Monitored radio transmissions from dispatch regarding reported crimes or emergencies.
  • Interviewed witnesses and victims to determine critical details relevant to each case.
  • Responded promptly to activated alarms for fires and burglaries.
  • Pursued fleeing suspects on foot and in varying terrain.
  • Served criminal warrants and subpoenas to suspects in public and private locations.
  • Documented observations and actions by radioing information and completing reports.
  • Subdued resisting subjects with defensive tactics and approved nonlethal weapons.
  • Issued traffic tickets and wrote incident reports according to commissioner specifications.
  • Prepared investigative reports and sketches to support criminal research.
  • Performed searches for missing persons using a variety of investigative methods.
  • Operated mobile data terminals from patrol vehicles to obtain criminal records on-scene.
  • Observed and recorded details of criminal events according to departmental protocol.
  • Drove with precision and speed to follow and reach suspects in traffic chases.
  • Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
  • Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
  • Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.
  • Rendered assistance to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries or medical crises.
  • Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.
  • Patrolled designated to identify criminal activities, issue citations, prevent incidents and serve warrants.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

University of Akron
Akron, OH
05-1998

High School Diploma -

Choctaw County High School
Ackerman, MS
05-1994

Skills

  • US Criminal Law Knowledge
  • Mental Health Support
  • Crisis Intervention Therapy
  • Sound Judgment
  • Compassionate

Timeline

Treatment Specialist

Christian Children's Home Of Ohio Ccho
08.2023 - Current

Delivery Driver

DoorDash, Rancho Santa Margarita, California
08.2022 - 08.2023

Spark Delivery Driver for Walmart

Walmart.com
04.2022 - 08.2023

Police Officer

City of Akron Police Department
12.1999 - 10.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

University of Akron

High School Diploma -

Choctaw County High School
Matthew Hackathorn