Michael McClain
Payne
Summary
Dedicated law enforcement professional accustomed to assisting in criminal investigations, including evidence identification and documentation. many years of law enforcement experience. Excellent skills in drug interdiction, criminal apprehension, and community relations.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
Defiance County Ohio Sheriff Office
Defiance
02.2022 - Current
- Transported suspects and prisoners to jail or court, ensuring custody maintenance.
- Adhered to departmental policies and procedures during all job functions.
- Engaged with citizens professionally during routine patrols and service calls.
- Executed warrants, subpoenas, and summonses to promote compliance with legal processes.
State Trooper/Patrol Sergeant
State of Ohio DPS - Highway Patrol
Columbus
05.1990 - 01.2022
- Patrolled highways to enforce traffic laws and promote public safety.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided immediate assistance to citizens.
- Conducted investigations on traffic accidents and collected evidence for reports.
- Issued citations for violations including speeding, OVI, and reckless driving.
- Served as an OPOTA Certified Instructor
- Served as an OPOTA Certified Firearms Instructor
- Delivered outreach programs to educate the community about safety issues.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting incidents and arrests for legal proceedings.
- Provided assistance during emergencies, including medical aid and fire response.
- Trained new recruits on department policies and law enforcement procedures.
- Wrote reports on arrests made, activities performed and unusual incidents observed.
- Prepared cases for trial and appeared and testified in court as witness.
- Participated in active shooter training exercises to prepare for high-risk scenarios involving firearms or explosives.
- Operated specialized equipment such as radar guns, breathalyzers, video cameras. during patrols or investigations.
- Maintained detailed records of all activities including reports on incidents investigated and arrests made by a State Trooper.
- Attended regular meetings with supervisors to review performance metrics and discuss strategies for improving effectiveness of operations.
- Educated the public on traffic safety laws and regulations through presentations in schools and community organizations.
- Conducted sobriety checkpoints to detect impaired drivers.
- Patrolled assigned areas to enforce State laws and regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wayne Trace High School
Haviland, OH05-1986
Certification
- OPOTA Certified Instructor in the Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Program Instructor Number BAS24764 Issued : November 01, 2023 Expires : December 21, 2026
- OPOTA Certified Instructor in the Ohio Law Enforcement Requalification Program Instructor Number REQ05257 Issued : January 27, 2025 Expires : April 02, 2028
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
Defiance County Ohio Sheriff Office
02.2022 - Current
State Trooper/Patrol Sergeant
State of Ohio DPS - Highway Patrol
05.1990 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
Wayne Trace High School
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