Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Timeline
Melvin Berghahn

Melvin Berghahn

Police Administration
Parker,CO

Summary

Dedicated Police Supervisor with proven success at building high-performing teams and controlling crime. Productive and positive communicator with public and other law enforcement. Transforms crises into orderly solutions. Adept at budgeting, performing personnel management and operation management. Sound knowledge of security standards, policies and procedures. Dedicated policing professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chief of Police

Town Of Elizabeth
04.2015 - Current
  • Planned, scheduled and supervised work of 13 subordinates.
  • Liaised with local, state and federal regulatory agencies to streamline investigation completion.
  • Increased field contacts, vehicle stops, criminal arrests and traffic citation volumes by effectively leading police department and establishing operational goals.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.

Senior Police Officer

Central City
01.2011 - 04.2015
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
  • Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
  • Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance.
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.

Police Corporal

Town Of Parachute
03.2006 - 07.2009
  • Managed employee scheduling and evaluations and handled general budget development.
  • Liaised with local, state and federal regulatory agencies to streamline investigation completion.
  • Inspected and assessed weapons and vehicles on a weekly basis to detect maintenance needs.
  • Implemented training programs for over 10 new recruits.
  • Verified and authenticated validity and admissibility of evidence and preserved its integrity for court hearings while testifying under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.

Reserve Deputy

Delta County Sheriff's Office
08.2004 - 12.2006
  • Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
  • Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
  • Maintained structure and security during court proceedings.

Army

US Army
05.1999 - 04.2003
  • Ordered, unloaded, sorted and tracked supplies and equipment needed for unit activities.
  • Oversaw teams planning, implementing and realigning field and base operational strategies.
  • Managed all aspects of administrative and personnel needs of ground supply operations.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Management & Operations

University of Phoenix, Tempe, AZ
01.2019
  • Honors Program
  • 3.9 GPA
  • Cum Laude graduate

Basic Peace Officer - Law Enforcement

Delta Montrose Area Vocational Technical Center, Delta, CO
04.2004
  • Ranked in Top 10% of class

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Written Communication
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Team building
  • Active Listening
  • Decision-Making
  • Self-Motivated
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Excellent Communication
  • Multitasking Abilities

Accomplishments


  • Certificate of Commendation, Parachute Police Department
  • Utah County Swat "O" Course & Combat Champion
  • Life Saving Award Central City Police Department
  • US Army National Defense Service Medal
  • US Army Expert Marksmanship
  • Employee of the Year Elizabeth Police Department

Certification

  • Colorado POST certified April 16, 2004
  • Property and Evidence Management in Law Enforcement
  • CCIC/NCIC Certification
  • Taser Instructor
  • FBI Supervisory Institute
  • CACP Supervisory Institute
  • Swat School, Victorian Obligamos
  • Swat Operator
  • Radar & Lidar Instructor
  • Reid Technique Interview and Interrogation
  • VRA Certified
  • Colorado Notary Public
  • PPCT Instructor
  • Haz-Mat Operations Certification
  • FTO Reno Model
  • SFST Certified
  • Bike Patrol
  • Pride, Developmental Needs of Children at Risk
  • Combat Lifesaver

Languages

German
Limited Working

Timeline

Chief of Police - Town Of Elizabeth
04.2015 - Current
Senior Police Officer - Central City
01.2011 - 04.2015
Police Corporal - Town Of Parachute
03.2006 - 07.2009
Reserve Deputy - Delta County Sheriff's Office
08.2004 - 12.2006
Army - US Army
05.1999 - 04.2003
University of Phoenix - Bachelor of Arts, Business Management & Operations
Delta Montrose Area Vocational Technical Center - Basic Peace Officer, Law Enforcement

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