MICHAEL LOUGH
Wellsburg,WV
Summary
-Dedicated professional who is driven to perform as an individual or as a team. - Safety cautious mindset from years in labor, military and law-enforcement. - Well rounded in communication skills and flourishes in any environment. - Performs well in a supervisor role along with performing well with other departments and civilians.
-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.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Police
West Liberty Police Department
11.2023 - Current
- Effectively led investigations, ensured safety protocols were followed, and handled high-pressure situations.
- Coordinated with law enforcement agencies to respond to security incidents and emergencies.
- Developed and implemented security policies, procedures and systems to protect personnel, property and data.
- 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.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of security personnel to identify weaknesses and provide feedback for improvement.
- Liaised with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies to streamline investigation completion.
Deputy Sheriff
Ohio County Sheriff's Office
07.2019 - 11.2023
- Interviewed subjects, targets and witnesses for information verification and corroboration
- Drove patrol vehicle to monitor 109-square-mile area for dangers and hazards
- Prepared detailed documentation of felony-level property and violent crimes investigations
- Analyzed and evaluated information to determine appropriate course of criminal prosecution
- Served warrants, subpoenas and summonses, encouraging adherence to legal proceedings
- Regulated vehicle flow, at times of emergency or congestion to reduce accidents
- Responded to radio messages or telephone instructions to appear at scenes of disorder or crime
- Arrested and transported suspects or prisoners to jail or court to maintain custody
- Testified in court in connection with criminal prosecutions to support judicial process
- Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings and varied incidents
- Maintained safe and secure environments for court proceedings
- Enhanced emergency preparedness by updating tactical plans and maintenance schedules for equipment and weapons.
Deputy Sheriff
Marshall County Sheriffs Office
02.2018 - 07.2019
- Interviewed subjects, targets and witnesses for information verification and corroboration
- Drove patrol vehicle to monitor 312-square-mile area for dangers and hazards
- Prepared detailed documentation of felony-level property and violent crimes investigations
- Analyzed and evaluated information to determine appropriate course of criminal prosecution
- Patrolled designated area to assist persons in trouble and render other public safety services
- Served warrants, subpoenas and summonses, encouraging adherence to legal proceedings
- Regulated vehicle flow, at times of emergency or congestion to reduce accidents
- Responded to radio messages or telephone instructions to appear at scenes of disorder or crime
- Arrested and transported suspects or prisoners to jail or court to maintain custody
- Testified in court in connection with criminal prosecutions to support judicial process.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Basic Officer: Law Enforcement
WV State Police Academy
Dunbar, WV05.2018
Law Enforcement - Law Enforcement
Mountwest Community And Technical College
Huntington, WV05.2018
Certificate of Completion - Basic Engineering Common Core And Diesel Strand
US Navy
Great Lakes, IL10.2014
High School Diploma -
Wheeling Park High School
Wheeling, WV05.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Social Work
Bethany College
Bethany, WVSome College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
WV Northern Community College
Wheeling, WVNo Degree - Coaching (football And Wrestling)
WVSSAC
Warwood Middle School 2010
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Maintaining Order
- Dispatch Communication
- First Aid
- Community Relations
- Service Oriented
- Team Building and Development
- Decision Making
- Safety Precautions and Measures
- Organizational Skills
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Report Writing
- Emergency Response
- Court Testimony
- Public Relations
- Motor Vehicle Operation
- Search and Rescue
- Community Engagement
- Media Relations
- Law Enforcement Expertise
- Procedural knowledge
- Tactical Operations
- Emergency Management
- Special Events Coordination
- Strategic leadership
- Physical Fitness
Timeline
Chief of Police
West Liberty Police Department
11.2023 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
Ohio County Sheriff's Office
07.2019 - 11.2023
Deputy Sheriff
Marshall County Sheriffs Office
02.2018 - 07.2019
Certificate of Completion - Basic Officer: Law Enforcement
WV State Police Academy
Law Enforcement - Law Enforcement
Mountwest Community And Technical College
Certificate of Completion - Basic Engineering Common Core And Diesel Strand
US Navy
High School Diploma -
Wheeling Park High School
Some College (No Degree) - Social Work
Bethany College
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
WV Northern Community College
No Degree - Coaching (football And Wrestling)
WVSSAC
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