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Michael Hightower

Michael Hightower

Raytown,United States

Summary

Dedication and Consistency. Strong Worker. Highly effective at taking leadership direction from superiors as well as mentoring junior officers. I Believe that having willingness to learn and emphasis on teamwork are essential qualities of successful law enforcement officers. I'm focused on maintaining strong relationships with coworkers and community.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Police Officer

Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS
05.2019 - Current
  • Responded to service calls efficiently, ensuring prompt support for community needs.
  • Enforced campus safety policies and procedures for students and staff.
  • Engaged with students and faculty to build trust and rapport within the community.
  • Conducted preliminary investigations to gather crucial evidence and information.
  • Wrote detailed reports documenting incidents and actions taken.
  • Checked security of college property to maintain a safe environment.
  • Provided traffic enforcement and crowd control during special events, enhancing public safety.
  • Certified in KC Basic SWAT, demonstrating advanced tactical skills.
  • Contributed as a member of Camps Special Operations Team S.O.T, supporting critical operations.
  • Served as Defensive Tactics Instructor, training personnel in essential self-defense techniques.

Military Police Officer

U.S. Army Reserve
Kansas City, MO
06.2000 - 07.2020
  • Staff SGT of 208 and 298th RSG
  • Conduction for various military training events and exercise
  • Member of the Military Emergency Response Team for domestic threats
  • Enforced laws and regulations to maintain order and security.
  • Trained new personnel on protocols and procedures in military policing.
  • Monitored access points to secure facilities and personnel safety.
  • Maintained weapons qualifications through regular firearms training exercises.
  • Provided physical security and law enforcement services to military personnel, facilities, and resources.
  • Participated in daily briefings with senior command staff to discuss current operations and any new directives from higher headquarters.

Security Officer

Saint Luke's East Hospital
Lee's Summit, MO
02.2016 - 05.2019
  • Conducted interior and exterior patrols to ensure safety and security of premises.
  • Responded to various service calls, coordinating effectively with law enforcement as needed.
  • Maintained safety protocols for nursing staff and emergency room operations.
  • De-escalated situations involving combative visitors and patients to prevent escalation.
  • Monitored CCTV footage for suspicious activity and conducted thorough investigations.
  • Managed access control systems for verification of personnel and visitors.
  • Documented incidents meticulously, preparing detailed reports for management review.
  • Collaborated with team members to strengthen security measures across the facility.
  • Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.

Campus Security Supervisor

Cerner Corporation
Kansas City, MO
04.2015 - 04.2016
  • Conducted interior and exterior patrols to ensure safety and security.
  • Monitored CCTV footage for suspicious activities and incidents.
  • Responded promptly to diverse service calls, addressing urgent situations.
  • Supervised and trained employees on safety protocols and emergency procedures.
  • Served as active shooter response training officer, enhancing preparedness across teams.

Police Officer

Kansas City International Airport
Kansas City, MO
03.2013 - 07.2015
  • Conducted thorough patrols of airport and surrounding property to ensure security compliance.
  • Responded to various service calls, addressing incidents promptly and effectively.
  • Executed interior and exterior ground patrols to maintain a safe environment.
  • Enforced FAA regulations to uphold safety standards across the facility.
  • Completed departmental investigations, gathering evidence and compiling reports as needed.

Education

Associate's degree - Criminal Justice

Metropolitan Community College
Kansas City, MO
05-2014

Skills

  • Supervision and leadership
  • Effective time management
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Customer Service
  • CCTV surveillance skills
  • Interviewing techniques
  • Computer operations knowledge
  • Crisis intervention methods
  • Security operations
  • Emergency management skills
  • Crisis management
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word
  • Military service experience
  • Strong writing abilities
  • Proficient in Microsoft Outlook
  • Law enforcement experience

Certification

  • CPR Certification, Present
  • AED Certification
  • Police Academy Certification
  • KS POST
  • MO POST
  • Basic KC SWAT
  • First Responder

Languages

English, Fluent

Military Service

Army Reserve, United States, Staff Sergeant, 04/01/00, 07/01/19, Military Emergency Response Officer, Various training and exercises, Good Service Ribbon, APFT Award

Timeline

Police Officer

Johnson County Community College
05.2019 - Current

Security Officer

Saint Luke's East Hospital
02.2016 - 05.2019

Campus Security Supervisor

Cerner Corporation
04.2015 - 04.2016

Police Officer

Kansas City International Airport
03.2013 - 07.2015

Military Police Officer

U.S. Army Reserve
06.2000 - 07.2020

Associate's degree - Criminal Justice

Metropolitan Community College

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