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Michael S. Irvine

Centerville

Summary

Dedicated law enforcement leader with 27 years of progressive experience in public safety, criminal investigations, traffic enforcement, and community engagement. Skilled in personnel supervision, specialized training program development, dignitary protection, and public education. Recognized for expert testimony, program management, and operational excellence.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Trooper / Sergeant

Utah Highway Patrol
08.1997 - 01.2025
  • Supervised and evaluated personnel, ensuring operational excellence and adherence to laws and constitutional protections.
  • Led investigations of traffic collisions, criminal incidents, and complex crash reconstructions, including heavy vehicle accidents.
  • Managed statewide programs: Alcohol Enforcement, Drug Recognition Expert (DRE), Phlebotomy, and Marijuana Leaf Identification.
  • Directed dignitary protection and building security operations for high-profile events.
  • Designed and delivered driver’s education and public safety presentations to schools, businesses, and community organizations.
  • Administered and maintained federal safety grants from NHTSA.
  • Served as Honor Guard Commander, coordinating ceremonial duties for funerals and official events.
  • Provided expert testimony in court on traffic enforcement and accident reconstruction.

Adjunct Professor

Salt Lake Community College
01.2005 - 01.2017
  • Developed and instructed certification courses in Intoxilyzer operation, Field Sobriety Testing, and Radar use for Police Academy cadets.
  • Managed course curricula to meet state and national law enforcement training standards.

Education

Utah Police Academy (P.O.S.T.) -

01.1997

Bachelor of Science - Recreation & Leisure, Park and Recreation Management

University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
12.1994

Skills

  • Law Enforcement Leadership & Supervision
  • Criminal & Traffic Incident Investigation
  • Public Safety Education & Outreach
  • Program & Grant Management
  • Expert Witness Testimony
  • Curriculum Development & Instruction
  • Dignitary & Event Security
  • Specialized Training: DRE, Phlebotomy, Marijuana Identification
  • Honor Guard Command & Event Coordination

Certification

  • National Child Passenger Safety Instructor/Technician (2001–Present)
  • Northwestern University: Traffic Accident Reconstruction I & II
  • Northwestern University: Heavy Vehicle Crash Reconstruction
  • Advanced Collision Investigation

Timeline

Adjunct Professor

Salt Lake Community College
01.2005 - 01.2017

Trooper / Sergeant

Utah Highway Patrol
08.1997 - 01.2025

Bachelor of Science - Recreation & Leisure, Park and Recreation Management

University of Utah

Utah Police Academy (P.O.S.T.) -

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