MICHAEL PROVO
Pike Rd,AL
Summary
As a law enforcement professional with 18+ years of experience, I am uniquely qualified with proven skills in investigation, crime prevention and community policing. I am highly skilled in carrying out duties to ensure the protection of life and property and enforcement of all pertinent laws.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Chief of Police
Tuskegee Police Department
01.2022 - Current
- In charge of the day-to-day operations of the Tuskegee Police Department
- Directly supervise the patrol division to ensure that policy and procedures are being carried out
- Manage the communications department to ensure the dispatchers and functioning at an adequate level
- In charge of the new recruits and making sure the onboarding process is successful
- Manage the Patrol Captain and Building and Fleet Captain
- Assist in the detective division when there is a need
Special Operation Sergeant
Macon County Sheriff's Office
05.2018 - 01.2022
- A member of the Alabama Region D Drug Task Force
- Investigate the illegal sale of narcotics within the region and assist other task force officer with developing their case
- In charge of all specialized equipment that the department maintained
- A member of the State certified motorcycle unit
- Assisted in the investigation of all major cases in the county
- Worked special details assigned by the Sheriff
- Assist the US Marshals Fugitive Task with the apprehension of wanted felons
Lieutenant Detective
Tuskegee Police Department
01.2014 - 05.2018
- Major duties are listed below, and other duties may be assigned as necessary for the proper operation of the
- Tuskegee Police Department
- Supervising the Criminal Investigation Bureau under the direction of the Police Captain which includes, but is not limited to the following areas: Completing Detective Bureau duty rosters
- Assigning staff to daily duties and special assignments, maintaining adequate staffing levels in the Criminal
- Investigations Bureau
- Imposing minor discipline of those supervised and making recommendations on more serious cases
- Serving as a step in the grievance procedure
- Authorizing overtime, vacation time and compensatory time for subordinates
- Making appropriate entries on overtime cards
- Submitting pre-scheduled overtime to the Captain of Police for approval, copied to the Chief of Police
- Reviewing and approving all reports and supplementary follow up reports submitted by subordinate personnel to assure they are accurate, complete and meet departmental standards
- Evaluating subordinate job performance and submitting evaluations to the Captain of Police for completeness before forwarding them to the Chief of Police for final approval
- Maintaining communications between subordinates and the Administration
- Provides training opportunities for the department as well as the citizens and merchants
- Directly supervising and overseeing subordinate personnel at major criminal and other daily incidents that require multiple officers with immediate coordination of departmental staff and assumes responsibility for investigation
- Supervising the collection, recording, analysis and storage of evidence from major crimes
- Conducting Internal Investigations of Police Personnel
- Performing as needed the duties described in the Detective job description and enforcing all state laws and local ordinances
- Preparing accurate and correct periodic briefings
- Receiving and responding to citizen and officer complaints about the operation of the Criminal Investigation Bureau
- Inter-agency liaison Coordinate with the Commander of the Special Weapons and Tactics Team
- Coordinates with the Commander of the Special Weapons and Tactical Team Leader for monthly training sessions for the SWAT Team
- Coordinates investigations dealing with search warrant and the execution of those warrants
- Crisis presentations to all Macon County Schools and Faculty
- Conducts employee background investigations for the Police Department Relieve shift commander for the day shift and the early shift
- Obtain grants for special equipment from the federal government for free equipment
- This equipment is used for the Department members as well as for the SWAT Team
- Maintaining and overseeing the audio/visual equipment for taping interrogations of suspects and/or arrestees
- Assisting officer to burn and prepare CD's for prosecution
- Any and all other duties assigned by the Chief of Police or Captain of Police
- Narcotics Investigator
- Narcotics investigator Investigates and apprehends persons suspected of illegal sale or use of narcotics: Compiles identifying information on suspects charged with selling narcotics
- Maintains surveillance of suspect to detect modus operandi
- Selects undercover officer best suited to contact suspect and purchase narcotics
- Obtains police funds required to make purchase
- Submits written report containing charges, available facts, and evidence to magistrate or judge to authorize search warrant or wire tap
- Observes and photographs narcotic purchase transaction to compile evidence and protect undercover investigator
- Arrests narcotics offenders
- Obtains statements for prosecution of offenders and appears in court as witness.
Detective
Tuskegee Police Department
06.2006 - 01.2014
- Examine crime scenes to obtain clues and evidence, such as loose hairs, fibers, clothing, or weapons
- Check victims for signs of life, such as breathing and pulse
- Secure deceased body and obtain evidence from it, preventing bystanders from tampering with it prior to medical examiner's arrival
- Obtain evidence from suspects
- Provide testimony as a witness in court
- Analyze completed police reports to determine what additional information and investigative work is needed
- Prepare charges or responses to charges, or information for court cases, according to formalized procedures
- Note, mark, and photograph location of objects found, such as footprints, tire tracks, bullets and bloodstains, and take measurements of the scene
- Obtain facts or statements from complainants, witnesses, and accused persons and record interviews, using recording device
- Obtain summary of incident from officer in charge at crime scene, taking care to avoid disturbing evidence
- Examine records and governmental agency files to find identifying data about suspects
- Prepare and serve search and arrest warrants
- Block or rope off scene and check perimeter to ensure that entire scene is secured
- Summon medical help for injured individuals and alert medical personnel to take statements from them
- Provide information to lab personnel concerning the source of an item of evidence and tests to be performed
- Monitor conditions of victims who are unconscious so that arrangements can be made to take statements if consciousness is regained
- Secure persons at scene, keeping witnesses from conversing or leaving the scene before investigators arrive
- Preserve, process, and analyze items of evidence obtained from crime scenes and suspects, placing them in proper containers and destroying evidence no longer needed
- Record progress of investigation, maintains informational files on suspects, and submits reports to commanding officer or magistrate to authorize warrants
- Take photographs from all angles of relevant parts of a crime scene, including entrance and exit routes and streets and intersections
- Organize scene search, assigning specific tasks and areas of search to individual officers and obtaining adequate lighting as necessary
- Observe and photograph narcotic purchase transactions to compile evidence and protect undercover investigators
- Question individuals or observe persons and establishments to confirm information given to patrol officers
- Notify, or request notification of, medical examiner or district attorney representative
- Note relevant details upon arrival at scene, such as time of day and weather conditions
- Participate or assist in raids and arrests
- Videotape scenes where possible, including collection of evidence, examination of victim at scene, and defendants and witnesses
- Coordinate with outside agencies and serve on interagency task forces to combat specific types of crime
- Maintain surveillance of establishments to obtain identifying information on suspects
- Notify command of situation and request assistance
- Schedule polygraph tests for consenting parties and record results of test interpretations for presentation with findings.
Police Officer
Tuskegee Police Department
03.2006 - 06.2006
- Provide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations
- Identify, pursue, and arrest suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts
- Record facts to prepare reports that document incidents and activities
- Review facts of incidents to determine if criminal act or statute violations were involved
- Render aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries
- Testify in court to present evidence or act as witness in traffic and criminal cases.
Police Officer
Alabama State University
08.2004 - 03.2006
- To secure and patrol the university by foot, bicycle, or vehicle
- Drive and/or walk through the campus and inspect (visually and/or physically) doors and windows of the buildings and student dorms
- To work with surrounding law enforcement agencies to ensure the safety of all students and faculty and provide an excellent work and learning experience
- Investigate any reports made to dispatch and remain alert at all times.
Correction Officer
Alabama State Department Of Correction
08.2002 - 08.2004
- Monitor conduct of prisoners, according to established policies, regulations, and procedures, in order to prevent escape or violence
- Inspect conditions of locks, window bars, grills, doors, and gates at correctional facilities, in order to ensure that they will prevent escapes
- Search prisoners, cells, and vehicles for weapons, valuables, or drugs
- Guard facility entrances to screen visitors.
Police Officer
Montgomery Police Department
06.2000 - 07.2002
- Provide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations
- Identify, pursue, and arrest suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts
- Record facts to prepare reports that document incidents and activities
- Review facts of incidents to determine if criminal act or statute violations were involved
- Render aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries
- Testify in court to present evidence or act as witness in traffic and criminal cases.
Education
to Sexual Assault & Rape ACJIS Computer Terminal Program Emergency Services Personality -
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice With A Minor in Digital Forensics
Troy University
2024
Certifications & Licenses Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission. Doppler Radar Operation Collection and - undefined
Montgomery Police Academy
2000
Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences
Alabama State University
1998
High School Diploma -
Jefferson Davis High School
1997
Skills
- Results-oriented excel in criminal investigations
- Quick learner computer proficient
- Training and development community policing
- Microsoft Office relationship building
Certification
Alabama Peace Officers and Standards Certification (APOSTC) #21499
Timeline
Deputy Chief of Police
Tuskegee Police Department
01.2022 - Current
Special Operation Sergeant
Macon County Sheriff's Office
05.2018 - 01.2022
Lieutenant Detective
Tuskegee Police Department
01.2014 - 05.2018
Detective
Tuskegee Police Department
06.2006 - 01.2014
Police Officer
Tuskegee Police Department
03.2006 - 06.2006
Police Officer
Alabama State University
08.2004 - 03.2006
Correction Officer
Alabama State Department Of Correction
08.2002 - 08.2004
Police Officer
Montgomery Police Department
06.2000 - 07.2002
to Sexual Assault & Rape ACJIS Computer Terminal Program Emergency Services Personality -
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice With A Minor in Digital Forensics
Troy University
Certifications & Licenses Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission. Doppler Radar Operation Collection and - undefined
Montgomery Police Academy
Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences
Alabama State University
High School Diploma -
Jefferson Davis High School