Matthew Traynor
Janesville,WI
Summary
A motivated professional offering the following skills and experiences: Patrol Officer since December 2016 SWAT operator since 2021 SCU Officer since September 2022 Strong ability to effectively work as a team and be a leader Instructor in multiple areas that enforce teamwork and officer safety Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Carthage College (2016)
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
SCU Officer
Janesville Police Department
09.2022 - Current
- Assumed leadership role within SCU, guiding team efforts.
- Led several operations and conducted operational briefings to ensure team safety and have effective tactics
- Developed training for Interdiction Team members
- Initiated and handled complex investigations while working as a team
DAAT and Less Lethal Instructor
Janesville Police Department
2022 - Current
- Redesigned training plan for less lethal instruction tactics for SWAT
- Conducted training sessions for new officers in DAAT and Less Lethal techniques.
- Developed targeted training plans addressing identified skill gaps
- Created focused training topics based on analysis of training deficiencies
- Ensuring officer safety through thorough training plans
Patrol Officer
Janesville Police Department
Janesville, USA
12.2016 - Current
- Established partnerships with residents for Fourth Ward watch committee
- Identified ongoing issues as a member of the Chronic Nuisance team
- Identified training needs and presented briefing topics to teach investigation and patrol skills
General Order Committee Member
Janesville Police Department
01.2024 - 01.2026
- Identified policy issues and updated General Orders to prevent future issues with department procedures.
- Collaborated with law enforcement officials to establish community safety initiatives.
- Reviewed policies to enhance departmental operational effectiveness and community relations.
- Participated in strategic planning sessions focused on public safety improvements.
SWAT Operator
Janesville Police Department
01.2021 - 01.2025
- SWAT ATL (2025-present)
- Executed multiple high-risk warrants to ensure public safety and successful mission outcomes
- Coordinated multi-jurisdictional operation for No Kings Protest to enhance inter-agency collaboration and operational effectiveness
Volunteer Explorer Advisor
Janesville Police Department
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Coached Explorer Post members in statewide competition events, leading to successful performances and skill development
- Led the Explorer Post members to winning awards in investigative calls during competitions
- Recruited students from local high school into Explorer Post, expanding membership and engagement
- Planned and executed the Neighborhood Cookouts.
Education
Bachelor’s degree - Criminal Justice
Carthage College
05-2016
Skills
- Tactical operations planning
- Problem-solving
- Leadership development
- Search warrant execution
Job Related Trainings
- FEMA IS-00241.b Decision Making and Problem Solving
- FEMA IS-00240.b Leadership and Influence
- COPS Diversity Training
- Mobile Field Force Team Training
- Heroin Overdose Investigation and Prescription Drug Diversion
- Human Trafficking Operations
- SWAT Team Leader Development
- NTOA Leadership in Today’s Police Environment
- Less Lethal Instructor
- Defensive Tactics Instructor
- Scenario Instructor
- DCI Drug Investigation Training
- Tactical Warrant Service
Job Accolades
- JPD B Shift Patrol, 01/17 - 01/22
- SCU officer, 01/22 - present
- 2019 Public Safety Employee of the Year
- 2025 Exemplary Service Citation
- Chronic Nuisance Team Member
- Mobile Field Force Member, 01/18 - 01/21
- SWAT operator, 01/21 - present (ATL role starting in 2025)
- Volunteer Explorer Advisor, 2018 - 2020
- Recruited students from local high school for job process and Explorer Post
- Participant in the Fourth Ward Community Events
- Involved in the planning and execution of the Neighborhood Cookouts
- General Order Committee, 2024 - 2026
- Written and updated General Orders to avoid future issues with department procedures
- Planned and executed multi-jurisdictional operation for No Kings Protest (2026)
Timeline
General Order Committee Member
Janesville Police Department
01.2024 - 01.2026
SCU Officer
Janesville Police Department
09.2022 - Current
SWAT Operator
Janesville Police Department
01.2021 - 01.2025
Volunteer Explorer Advisor
Janesville Police Department
01.2018 - 01.2020
Patrol Officer
Janesville Police Department
12.2016 - Current
DAAT and Less Lethal Instructor
Janesville Police Department
2022 - Current
Bachelor’s degree - Criminal Justice
Carthage College