Matthew McCleod
Coweta
Summary
Seasoned Police Officer with a proven track record in enhancing community safety and reducing crime rates. Expert in crisis management, demonstrated through successful operations with-in law enforcement organizations. Skilled in fostering strong public relations and adept in critical thinking, consistently prioritizing tasks for optimal outcomes.
I have trained hundreds of police officers in formal training environments through class room instruction as well as formal field training.
Class accreditations ( Standardized Field Sobriety, Stop the Bleed, Patrol Tactics for basic patrol, Dual-purpose K9 handler school, Narcan Administration)
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
K9 Handler
Muscogee (Creek) Nation
06.2022 - Current
- Assisted in apprehending suspects by effectively utilizing K9 tracking and search capabilities.
- Supported fellow officers during high-risk situations, providing valuable K9 assistance and expertise.
- Recovered illegal narcotics from crime scenes using expert knowledge on drug detection techniques alongside the highly-trained K9 partner.
- Collaborated with other agencies for joint operations, maximizing effectiveness of combined resources and skills.
- Maintained accurate records on K9 training progress, certifications, and deployment outcomes for department review.
- Established positive connections between law enforcement and local schools through engaging educational presentations involving the role of a K9 handler.
- Streamlined the process of warrant service operations through the use of K9 partners, minimizing risks to officers and community members.
Patrol Deputy Sheriff
Wagoner County Sheriff's Office
05.2020 - 06.2022
- Enhanced community safety by conducting regular patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Handled various types of calls including domestic disputes, property crimes, disturbances involving weapons or narcotics.
- Assisted in the arrest of suspects through effective communication, coordination, and teamwork with other law enforcement officers.
- Contributed to the development of department policies and procedures by providing input based on experience and expertise. (Wrote our department mental health policy)
- Supported traffic control efforts by enforcing traffic laws, issuing citations when necessary, and investigating accidents thoroughly.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings as needed, presenting clear and concise information on case details.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
Police Officer
Coweta Police Department
11.2018 - 05.2020
- Prepared detailed reports by documenting incidents and observations during patrols.
- Developed crime prevention strategies with community input to reduce local crime rates.
- Patrolled assigned areas to deter criminal activity and ensure public safety.
- Fostered strong relationships with community members by attending local events and meetings.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma City, OKAssociate of Applied Science - General Studies
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OKHigh School Diploma -
Catoosa High School
CatoosaSkills
- Strong decision-making
- Critical thinking
- Public relations
- Record keeping proficiency
- Canine handling
- Search and rescue experience
- Crisis management
- Task prioritization
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
K9 Handler
Muscogee (Creek) Nation
06.2022 - Current
Patrol Deputy Sheriff
Wagoner County Sheriff's Office
05.2020 - 06.2022
Police Officer
Coweta Police Department
11.2018 - 05.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Oklahoma State University
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Tulsa Community College
High School Diploma -
Catoosa High School
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