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Michael Pinkerton

Public Safety, Law Enforcement/Firefighting
Livonia,MI

Summary

Assistant Chief, providing leadership, project management and direction to achieve long-term strategic goals and objectives. Consistently achieves standardization in processes and service delivery. Directs and coordinates daily operations and oversees fiscal and administrative services. Identifies opportunities to develop and implement new projects. Responsible for implementation and administration of a Public Safety budget in excess of $9 million dollars annually.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Asst. Chief of Public Safety

City Of Oak Park
Oak Park, MI
05.2012 - Current
  • Planned, directed and controlled execution of administrative and compliance activities.
  • Directed subordinate managers in day-to-day performance of groups involved in operation and maintenance.
  • Cultivated long-term relationships through focused effort on customer's unique needs and finding best solutions.
  • Developed in-depth knowledge of each client's business through research and regular on-site meetings.
  • Managed contractual agreements and associated deliverables through oversight and inspection.
  • Disciplined personnel and initiate disciplinary measures as defined by SOPs.
  • Responsible for implementation and management of a yearly budget in excess of $9 million dollars

Detective/Patrol Lieutenant

City Of Oak Park
Oak Park, MI
10.2006 - 05.2012
  • Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
  • Investigated allegations of employee misconduct, reported findings and coordinated warranted disciplinary actions.
  • Granted or denied leave requests and scheduled coverage for shortages.
  • Maintained positive community relations through active communication at crime scenes and assistance with programs such as mentoring underprivileged kids and teaching at Citizen's Police Academy events.
  • Guided officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.
  • Gave presentations at community groups and public events highlighting work of police officers and special teams.

Detective/Patrol Sergeant

City Of Oak Park
Oak Park, MI
10.2002 - 10.2006
  • Increased productivity by supervising daily activities and performance of personnel.
  • Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
  • Managed debriefings for criminal subjects to acquire data relevant to investigations.
  • Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
  • Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
  • Inspected officers and vehicles to identify and correct any unprofessional appearances.
  • Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.

Detective

City Of Oak Park
Oak Park, MI
09.2001 - 10.2002
  • Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
  • Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines and offer law enforcement expertise.
  • Conducted thorough investigations into criminal activities to help develop strong criminal cases.
  • Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
  • Oversaw criminal cases, coordinated investigations and prepared evidence and investigators for court cases.
  • Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.

Road Patrol Officer

CIty Of Oak Park
Oak Park, MI
11.1996 - 09.2001
  • Provided for public safety by maintaining order, protecting people and property and promoting good community relations.
  • Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
  • Responded promptly to calls for protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances and general public service calls.
  • Completed detailed reports and required paperwork related to serving warrants, investigating criminal activity and force deployments.
  • Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.

Associate Vice President

Source One Mortgage
Farmington Hills , MI
03.1994 - 10.1996

Responsible for the management of sales, product development, marketing, processing and post closing staff of up to 250 associates specializing in portfolio protection and product development.


Responsible for personnel compensation development as well as budget and portfolio analysis.

Assistant Vice President of Sales

Source One Mortgage
Farmington Hills, MI
04.1993 - 03.1994

Successfully managed the Sales, Affinity Marketing and Closing divisions consisting of over 100 associates. Primary responsibilities included unit cost analysis, personnel hiring and development and portfolio cultivation.

National Sales Manager

Source One Mortgage
Farmington Hills, MI
02.1990 - 04.1993

Sales unit manager responsible for hiring, development and production of in house and remote Consumer Loan Consultants and Closing Coordinators. Primary responsibilities included achievement of monthly quotas, development and motivation of Sales associates and daily reporting to corporate management.

Education

Scool of Staff And Command

Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan
01.2006 - 06.2006

Economics And Management

Albion College
Albion, MI
08.1985 - 05.1988

Skills

Budgeting

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Additional Information

Member of SWAT

Field Training Officer

Field Training Supervisor

Firefighter I and II Certified

Fire Command Officer Certified





Timeline

Asst. Chief of Public Safety

City Of Oak Park
05.2012 - Current

Detective/Patrol Lieutenant

City Of Oak Park
10.2006 - 05.2012

Scool of Staff And Command

Michigan State University
01.2006 - 06.2006

Detective/Patrol Sergeant

City Of Oak Park
10.2002 - 10.2006

Detective

City Of Oak Park
09.2001 - 10.2002

Road Patrol Officer

CIty Of Oak Park
11.1996 - 09.2001

Associate Vice President

Source One Mortgage
03.1994 - 10.1996

Assistant Vice President of Sales

Source One Mortgage
04.1993 - 03.1994

National Sales Manager

Source One Mortgage
02.1990 - 04.1993

Economics And Management

Albion College
08.1985 - 05.1988
Michael PinkertonPublic Safety, Law Enforcement/Firefighting