Michael Gover
Dedham,MA
Summary
Professional police officer with strong integrity and expertise in criminal investigations. Committed to enhancing community safety and trust through proactive engagement and effective emergency response strategies.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Norwood Police Department
Norwood, Ma
10.2024 - Current
- Enforced traffic regulations to ensure public safety and compliance.
- Conducted thorough investigations of incidents, gathering evidence and witness statements.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, assessing situations and providing assistance.
- Collaborated with community organizations to enhance public relations and crime prevention efforts.
- Engaged with community members to foster trust and promote awareness of safety initiatives.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
Police Officer
Wakefield Police Department
Wakefield, MA
07.2020 - 10.2024
- Prepared detailed reports documenting activities, observations, and case progress for legal proceedings.
- Assisted in training new recruits on departmental policies and procedures.
- Utilized communication equipment effectively to coordinate with team members during operations.
- 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.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
Corrections Sergeant
Middlesex Sheriff's Office
Billerica, MA
05.2018 - 07.2020
- Supervised daily operations of jail units, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
- Managed emergency response drills, ensuring readiness and adherence to crisis management protocols among staff.
- Promoted inmate accountability through regular inspections of living quarters and personal belongings.
- Prevented potential security breaches by routinely inspecting perimeter fencing, gates, doors, windows, walls, ceilings, roofs, locks, alarms systems, lighting fixtures in the facility.
Inner Perimeter Security Investigator
Middlesex Sheriff's Office
Billerica, MA
05.2015 - 05.2018
- Conducted thorough investigations into security incidents, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
- Analyzed surveillance footage to identify potential threats and gather evidence for case resolution.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to enhance information sharing and improve response strategies.
- Developed and implemented security protocols that increased overall safety within facilities.
- Enhanced security measures by conducting thorough investigations on potential threats and vulnerabilities.
- Managed complex investigations involving multiple stakeholders, maintaining a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
- Utilized complex camera system to conduct investigations and surveillance.
- Assisted Local, State, Federal law enforcement in identifying wanted individuals.
- Assisted Warrant Apprehension Unit with information of individuals.
- Assisted Local, State, Federal law enforcement with apprehending wanted individuals involved in serious crimes.
- Handled narcotics cases as well as tested narcotics.
Corrections Deputy
Middlesex Sheriff's Office
Billerica, MA
07.2010 - 05.2015
- Maintained care, custody and control of inmates and detainees housed at the Middlesex Jail and House of Correction.
- Conducted security checks and inmate counts.
- Responded to emergencies and disturbances.
- Prepared reports and documentation related to incidents and inmate activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
California Coast University
Santa Ana12-2025
No Degree - Sociology
University of Massachusetts, Lowell
Lowell, MA05-2013
Certified Police Officer - Police
Lowell Police Academy
Lowell, MA12-2020
High School Diploma -
Wakefield Memorial High School
Wakefield, MA05-2009
Skills
- Report writing
- Integrity and honesty
- Conflict de-escalation
- Relationship building and management
- Community engagement
- Criminal investigations
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Community oriented policing
- Courtroom testimony
Certification
- FTO - Certified Field Training Officer
- Police Mountain Bike Trained
- ARIDE Candidate
- FBI-LEEDA Supervisor Leadership Institute
- Emergency Vehicle Operator Course
- Sexual Assault Investigator Course (MA DOC)
- Part 107 FAA Drone Operator's License
- Crisis Intervention Training (CIT)
Timeline
Police Officer
Norwood Police Department
10.2024 - Current
Police Officer
Wakefield Police Department
07.2020 - 10.2024
Corrections Sergeant
Middlesex Sheriff's Office
05.2018 - 07.2020
Inner Perimeter Security Investigator
Middlesex Sheriff's Office
05.2015 - 05.2018
Corrections Deputy
Middlesex Sheriff's Office
07.2010 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
California Coast University
No Degree - Sociology
University of Massachusetts, Lowell
Certified Police Officer - Police
Lowell Police Academy
High School Diploma -
Wakefield Memorial High School
Wakefield Police Officer of the Quarter 2023
Nominated and selected as Officer of the Quarter in 2023 for my OUI traffic enforcement. I lead the department in OUI arrests.