MICHAEL ELMORE
Colonial Heights,VA
Summary
With a proven track record at the Colonial Heights Sheriffs Office, I've led high-stakes security operations and streamlined departmental processes, enhancing productivity in law enforcement and emergency management, combined with exceptional leadership and communication skills, has significantly improved community safety and operational efficiency12
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Deputy Sheriff
Colonial Heights Sheriffs Office
09.2013 - Current
- Demonstrated strong ethical leadership upholding highest standards integrity accountability fairness all actions decisions setting example subordinates follow maintaining public confidence sheriff''s office.
- Coordinated security planning major events held jurisdiction ensuring adequate staffing coordination multiple departments agencies effective incident management traffic crowd control.
- Promoted open communication channels between command staff, line officers, civilian employees encouraging feedback from subordinates identifying opportunities improvement across organization.
- Managed department operations for optimal efficiency and resource allocation, resulting in streamlined processes and increased productivity.
- Served court documents and completed civil process duties for 10,000 cases.
- Developed policies and procedures that emphasized transparency, accountability, and adherence to legal guidelines for law enforcement activities.
- Oversaw budget management for the department, prioritizing essential resources and equipment while minimizing unnecessary expenditures.
- Spearheaded recruitment drives for increased diversity within the department while maintaining high standards of quality in hiring practices.
- Established partnerships with local schools, businesses, and organizations to create positive interactions between law enforcement officers and community members.
- Implemented an ongoing professional development program for deputies to stay current on best practices in law enforcement techniques, technology advancements, and legal updates.
- Enhanced officer training programs to ensure the highest level of professionalism, skill, and ethical conduct among deputies.
- Directed emergency response efforts during critical incidents, ensuring swift and appropriate action to protect lives and property.
- Fostered culture continuous learning improvement among deputies emphasizing importance adaptability flexibility face rapidly changing law enforcement landscape societal expectations policing profession.
- Facilitated internal investigations into allegations misconduct inappropriate behavior involving deputies taking disciplinary actions warranted protecting integrity reputation agency public trust.
- Ensured strict compliance with all laws, regulations, policies governing the operation of the sheriff''s office by conducting regular audits and reviews of deputies'' performance.
- Evaluated personnel performance regularly provided constructive feedback coaching mentoring support career advancement opportunities based strengths areas growth potential.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports, and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
- Oversaw security for businesses by monitoring grounds and identifying suspicious activity.
- Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety.
- Served court documents and completed civil process duties for 10000 cases.
Law Enforcement Canine Police Officer
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
07.2002 - 09.2013
- Conducted successful explosive searches, resulting in the seizure of illegal substances and related paraphernalia.
- Improved officer safety during building searches by effectively deploying trained canine partner ahead of human entry teams.
- Assisted in the apprehension of suspects through effective search and tracking techniques.
- Responded to critical incidents alongside SWAT teams providing K9 assistance for suspect apprehension or area clearance.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting thorough patrols with canine partner.
- Contributed to high-profile case resolutions by locating crucial evidence using K9 scent detection capabilities.
- Trained rigorously with canine partner to maintain peak performance levels for both team members.
- Participated in community outreach events to foster positive relationships between law enforcement and local residents.
- Assisted detectives with investigations by utilizing canine partner''s specialized skills in scent detection and evidence location.
- Maintained detailed reports of patrol activities, incidents, and arrests made during shifts for accurate record-keeping purposes.
- Ensured public venues were safe from threats by performing security sweeps using explosive-detecting K9s.
- Conducted regular safety checks on vehicle equipment, ensuring readiness for emergency response scenarios.
- Demonstrated exceptional teamwork while assisting other agencies in their jurisdiction when needed.
- Conducted successful explosive searches, resulting in the seizure of illegal substances and related paraphernalia.
Police Detective
Colonial Heights Police Dept.
06.1994 - 06.2002
- Interrogated suspects using appropriate interview techniques to obtain crucial information for case resolution.
- Assisted victims of crimes by providing resources for support services and ensuring their rights were protected throughout the investigation process.
- Solved complex criminal cases by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Collaborated with federal agencies on high-profile cases, resulting in successful arrests and convictions of dangerous criminals.
- Trained junior officers on investigative techniques and best practices, contributing to a more skilled police force.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution.
- Managed confidential informants effectively to gather valuable intelligence on criminal activities within the community.
- Prepared comprehensive reports detailing investigative findings, supporting effective prosecutorial efforts in court cases.
- Conducted surveillance operations for intelligence gathering, leading to successful apprehension of suspects.
- Testified in court proceedings as an expert witness, providing accurate and detailed accounts of investigations conducted.
- Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
- Advised patrol officers on proper evidence collection procedures, ensuring the integrity of crime scenes for subsequent investigation by detectives.
- Led a team of detectives responsible for investigating a wide range of criminal offenses including homicides, robberies, and drug trafficking cases.
- Coordinated multi-agency task forces focused on addressing specific crime trends or patterns within the jurisdictional area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Oversaw undercover operations designed to infiltrate criminal organizations, resulting in significant arrests and dismantling of illegal enterprises.
- Developed strong relationships with community members, promoting trust and cooperation in law enforcement efforts.
- Implemented crime prevention initiatives to deter criminal activity and reduce recidivism within the community.
- Marked off crime scenes and controlled access to protect evidence from tampering or loss.
- Utilized advanced forensic tools and technologies to analyze evidence, leading to breakthroughs in challenging investigations.
- Reviewed cold case files and successfully solved previously unsolved investigations through renewed efforts and advanced investigative techniques.
- Improved case clearance rates with diligent evidence collection, analysis, and follow-up procedures.
- Enhanced community safety by collaborating with local agencies and implementing proactive policing strategies.
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
- Investigated complaints brought by members of community by conducting interviews and compiling evidence.
- Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures and investigation strategies.
- Documented drug transactions to gather evidence and complete undercover investigations.
- Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing, and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
- Worked undercover operations as buyer or dealer to uncover criminal activities and gather evidence for cases.
- Preserved evidence for court hearings and checked integrity of individual pieces.
- Initiated and concluded investigations of crime organizations.
- Conducted personal, property, and event surveillance.
- Sent specimens to labs and ran fingerprints through databases to identify individuals of interest.
- Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
- Appeared in court and testified under oath in felony and misdemeanor cases.
- Conducted multi-scope research into suspects to determine criminal activities and suspect operating environments.
- Prepared sketches and diagrams detailing primary and secondary crime scenes.
- Installed covert cameras and recording devices in compliance with legal statutes and department policies.
- Secured search warrants to investigate scenes of crimes and collect evidence.
- Organized and executed undercover surveillance operations.
- Researched criminal cases and led investigations to determine appropriate course of proceedings.
- Collected crime scene evidence, examined bodies, and investigated secondary locations to build detailed cases based on sound evidence handling practices.
- Oversaw criminal cases, coordinated investigations, and prepared evidence and investigators for court cases.
- Prepared case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews and physical evidence.
- Collected information pertaining to criminal proceedings and performed investigations to resolve cases.
Police Officer
Petersburg Bureau of Police
09.1990 - 06.1994
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
Education
Forensic Studies - Forensic Evidence Collection
Forensic Academy 35th
Richmond, VA06.2001
No Degree - Law Enforcement
Crater Criminal Justice Academy
Petersburg, VA12.1990
High School Diploma -
Grace Baptist High School
Petersburg, VA06.1984
Skills
- Patrol operations
- Law Enforcement
- Emergency Management
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
Timeline
Chief Deputy Sheriff
Colonial Heights Sheriffs Office
09.2013 - Current
Law Enforcement Canine Police Officer
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond
07.2002 - 09.2013
Police Detective
Colonial Heights Police Dept.
06.1994 - 06.2002
Police Officer
Petersburg Bureau of Police
09.1990 - 06.1994
Forensic Studies - Forensic Evidence Collection
Forensic Academy 35th
No Degree - Law Enforcement
Crater Criminal Justice Academy
High School Diploma -
Grace Baptist High School