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Michael J. Sullivan

4468 Meadowwood Cir. DeForest,WI

Summary

Trusted, community-focused law enforcement leader with over 22 years of experience, including 13 years of dedicated service to the Village of Poynette. Recognized for combining front-line excellence with forward-thinking leadership in operations, training, and public engagement. Highly regarded for building deep-rooted community relationships, leading by example, and mentoring officers to uphold the highest standards of professionalism. Known throughout the region for ethical conduct, calm under pressure, and a relentless commitment to service. Prepared to return to Poynette to lead the department with integrity, stability, and a community-first vision for the future.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Police Corporal

Wisconsin State Capitol Police Department
06.2018 - Current
  • Patrols assigned areas to prevent and detect crimes.
  • Apprehends offenders and conducts interviews and interrogations.
  • Secures crime scenes, gathers evidence, and questions witnesses.
  • Responds immediately to calls involving criminal activity.
  • Investigate reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and property damage.
  • Book suspects and process evidence.
  • Gather necessary information for court appearances and testify as a witness under oath.
  • Processes, verifies, and utilizes items to initiate speedy resolutions for investigations.
  • Lead shift briefings and delegate shift assignments.
  • Created and implemented an organizational approach to handle community policing data.
  • Partners with local and state agencies to streamline investigation completion.
  • Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to share resources and information, enhancing public safety efforts.
  • Initiate and promote successful investigation completion by interviewing subjects and witnesses to verify details and corroborate facts.
  • Enhanced productivity by conducting candidate background checks, training new hires, and evaluating performance.
  • Collaborates with other officers during incidents and investigations to ensure procedures are followed.
  • Instructs CPR/CCR/AED classes to state employees.
  • Instruct in the department's in-service and field-trained new officers.
  • Create lesson plans for department training.
  • Department Recruitment/Retention Officer.
  • Served as acting supervisor, when necessary, effectively managing officer assignments and overseeing daily operations.
  • Conducted public presentations on topics like personal safety and crime prevention measures,

Police Officer

Village of Poynette
05.2004 - 06.2018
  • Patrols assigned areas to prevent and detect crimes.
  • Enforced all traffic laws and ordinances.
  • Issued warnings and citations for traffic violations.
  • Investigate reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and property damage.
  • Conducted preliminary investigations at the scenes of major crimes.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
  • Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
  • Responded immediately to calls involving automobile accidents and criminal activity.
  • Booked suspects and processed evidence.
  • Court officer duties.
  • Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as a witness under oath.
  • Evaluated complaints and emergency-request information to determine response requirements.
  • Received a Life Saving Award for saving a choking infant.
  • Implemented several community programs, including Shop with a Cop, Bicycle Rodeo, Women's Self Defense Class, Cone with a Cop, and Police Chaplain Program.

Education

Associate of Science - Police Science

Madison Area Technical College
Madison, WI
05.2002

High School Diploma - undefined

Sun Prairie High School
Sun Prairie, WI
06.1999

Skills

  • Safety and Security
  • Case Management
  • Community policing
  • Communication
  • Crime Prevention
  • Certified Field Training Officer
  • CIT Trained
  • Recruitment
  • Team Leadership
  • Computer Skills
  • Law Enforcement Instructor
  • CPTED Trained
  • Background Investigator
  • CPR/CRR/AED Instructor
  • Vehicle Contact Instructor
  • EVOC Instructor
  • Criminal Investigation

Timeline

Police Corporal

Wisconsin State Capitol Police Department
06.2018 - Current

Police Officer

Village of Poynette
05.2004 - 06.2018

High School Diploma - undefined

Sun Prairie High School

Associate of Science - Police Science

Madison Area Technical College

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