Michael Rolph
Morris Plains,NJ
Summary
Dedicated professional offering over 25 years of law enforcement experience. Known for going above and beyond job requirements to make lasting impact on department and public. Exceptional integrity, leadership and problem-solving abilities. Comfortable working with the school community to improve safety and security of staff and students by assisting with the development of crisis response protocols.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Lieutenant
Morris Plains Police Department
10.2015 - 05.2023
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction
- Established and enforced employee performance policies
- Educated staff members on proper field procedures to boost public trust in officers and efficiency
- Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners
- Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss crime reduction strategies
- Audited inventory of safety equipment and weapons for mission security compliance
Police Sergeant, Patrol
Morris Plains Police Department
04.2007 - 10.2015
- Supervised and coordinated daily operations of patrol shifts of up to 4 officers
- Served as mentor and role model to junior officers
- Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases
- Motivated and trained squad members to become proficient with equipment and daily tasks
- Accompanied police officers during shifts to evaluate performance and resolve incorrect behaviors
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance
- Established and enforced employee performance policies
- Effectively led investigations, ensured safety protocols were followed, and handled high-pressure situations
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication
- Trained other officers in firearms
Police Officer
Morris Plains Police Department
06.2000 - 04.2007
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws
- Provided testimony in court proceedings
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use
Police Communications Dispatcher
Morris Plains Police Department
04.1998 - 01.2000
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Questioned callers to determine nature of problems and locations to direct type of response needed.
- Entered criminal record checks, driver's license numbers and warrants into telecommunications systems to fulfill officer requests.
- Received 911 and non-emergency calls and dispatched calls to appropriate agencies and officers on duty.
- Operated telephone and radio equipment to receive requests and reports from police officers, medical dispatch and firefighting crews.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Justice Studies
The College of Saint Elizabeth
Convent Station, NJ05.2015
Skills
- Investigative Techniques
- Organizational Efficiency
- Budget Management
- Managing Scenes
- Public Safety and Security
- Maintain Records
- Monitor Equipment
- Community Events
- Firearms Training
- Employment Oversight
- Departmental Oversight
- Active Shooter Training
Accomplishments
Several Life saving and departmental awards along with letters recognition available upon request.
Certification
- Autism and Law Enforcement Recognition Training - 2014
- Counter Terrorism Awareness Training - 2015
- Police Rifle Instructor Training - 2016
- Emergency Planning And Response for Schools Training - 2017
- Patrol Officer Tactical Response Training - 2018
- Active Shooter Response Training 2018
- Behavioral Threat Assessment And Management Training 2018, 2019
- Active Shooter Response for Public and Private Sector 2019
- Rescue Task Force Training 2019
- Campus Emergencies Prevention, Response, and Recovery Training 2019
- School Crossing Guard Train the Trainer Course 2019
- Surviving an Active Threat: Run. Hide. Fight. Performance level and Train the Trainer 2021
- Mental Health & Special Needs Crisis Stabilization Training 2022
- Lessons learned from Active Shooters 2023
- Several other Law enforcement related trainings and certifications available upon request.
Timeline
Police Lieutenant
Morris Plains Police Department
10.2015 - 05.2023
Police Sergeant, Patrol
Morris Plains Police Department
04.2007 - 10.2015
Police Officer
Morris Plains Police Department
06.2000 - 04.2007
Police Communications Dispatcher
Morris Plains Police Department
04.1998 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Justice Studies
The College of Saint Elizabeth
- Autism and Law Enforcement Recognition Training - 2014
- Counter Terrorism Awareness Training - 2015
- Police Rifle Instructor Training - 2016
- Emergency Planning And Response for Schools Training - 2017
- Patrol Officer Tactical Response Training - 2018
- Active Shooter Response Training 2018
- Behavioral Threat Assessment And Management Training 2018, 2019
- Active Shooter Response for Public and Private Sector 2019
- Rescue Task Force Training 2019
- Campus Emergencies Prevention, Response, and Recovery Training 2019
- School Crossing Guard Train the Trainer Course 2019
- Surviving an Active Threat: Run. Hide. Fight. Performance level and Train the Trainer 2021
- Mental Health & Special Needs Crisis Stabilization Training 2022
- Lessons learned from Active Shooters 2023
- Several other Law enforcement related trainings and certifications available upon request.
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