Maxwell Engstrom
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Probationary Police Officer
Hickory Hills Police Department
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Completed daily reports outlining patrol activities for review by supervisory personnel contributing clarity on operations conducted during shifts.
- Improved community safety by conducting regular patrols and responding promptly to calls for service.
- Utilized knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, procedures to enforce public order consistently and fairly.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to promote positive police-community relations and foster mutual understanding.
- Prevented potential conflicts by employing effective communication skills and de-escalation techniques during tense situations.
- Maintained accurate records of incidents, arrests, and other relevant information for court proceedings and internal documentation purposes.
- Collaborated with fellow officers for efficient team response during emergency situations and critical incidents.
- Conducted welfare checks on elderly and at-risk individuals, ensuring their safety and well-being within the community.
- Testified in court proceedings as required to present factual accounts of investigated cases accurately.
- Performed traffic control duties when necessary to maintain safe roadways within the jurisdictional area effectively.
- Enhanced public trust in law enforcement by maintaining professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct at all times.
Community Service Officer
Palos Hills Police Department
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted in enforcing local ordinances such as noise complaints or animal control issues, liaising with appropriate authorities when necessary.
- Contributed to the reduction of traffic accidents through diligent parking enforcement and monitoring of roadways.
- Promoted positive community relations by attending various events as a representative of the police department.
- Responded to and processed found property calls, logging details and filing required reports for further action.
- Patrolled assigned zones to look for criminal violations and safety issues.
Intern
Marion Police Department
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Acquired working knowledge of department practices, procedures and equipment by participating in training sessions and one-on-one mentoring.
- Assisted police officers with non-emergency calls and general community relations.
- Helped sworn and civilian personnel with essential non-emergency tasks.
Baseball Coach
Top Tier LLC
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Suggested exercise modifications to individual athletes to avoid strain and injury.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
- Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN05.2023
Skills
- Good Work Ethic
- Critical Thinking
- Flexible Schedule
- Problem Resolution
- Active Listening
Self-defense tactics
Physical Fitness
Mental Resilience
Surveillance techniques
Courtroom Testimony
Crime Prevention
Public Safety
Incident Management
Fingerprinting
Investigation procedures
Decision-Making
Case report writing
Public relations
Public Service
Certification
- Certified Full-Time Law Enforcement Officer in the state of Illinois.
Timeline
Probationary Police Officer
Hickory Hills Police Department
08.2023 - 06.2024
Community Service Officer
Palos Hills Police Department
07.2023 - 08.2023
Intern
Marion Police Department
09.2022 - 12.2022
Baseball Coach
Top Tier LLC
05.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Indiana Wesleyan University
- Certified Full-Time Law Enforcement Officer in the state of Illinois.
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