Michael Valenzuela
Bonners Ferry,ID
Summary
Dynamic Patrol Sergeant with a strong focus on criminal investigations, report writing, and K9 operations. Known for effective evidence management and community collaboration, driving public safety initiatives to enhance community trust. Experienced law enforcement professional skilled in coordinating training programs and facilitating officer development. Proven ability to lead K9 operations and ensure compliance with departmental policies, contributing to an efficient and well-prepared patrol team.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patrol Sergeant
Boundary County Sheriffs Office
Bonners Ferry, Idaho
10.2018 - 08.2025
- Supervised daily patrol operations and ensured compliance with departmental policies.
- Conducted investigations on criminal activities and prepared detailed reports for review.
- Collaborated with community organizations to promote public safety initiatives and awareness.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons, documenting findings accurately.
- Coordinated with legal personnel to prepare cases for prosecution.
- Maintained detailed training records and facilitated continuous professional development.
- Ensured training programs remained current and effective by regularly updating training materials.
- Led the K9 Program, ensuring effective training and operational readiness.
- Applied advanced skills as a Drug Recognition Expert to enhance the department's ability to handle substance-related cases.
- Managed the patrol schedule to ensure optimal coverage and efficiency.
- Oversaw the field training program to enhance officer readiness and performance.
- Conducted structured interviews for dispatch, patrol, and detention, contributing to effective personnel selection.
- Managed Evidence Technicians, Civil Department, and Records Department, maintaining high standards of procedural compliance and documentation integrity.
- Handled the maintenance of overtime grants and associated paperwork with accuracy.
- Conducted off-highway vehicle courses, promoting safe practices and regulatory adherence.
- Delivered training on general topics to improve operational effectiveness.
- Conducted DUI training sessions to enhance officer proficiency in identifying impaired drivers.
Patrol Corporal
Sandpoint Police Department
Sandpoint, Idaho
02.2009 - 09.2018
- Conducted routine patrols to monitor neighborhoods and prevent criminal activity.
- Enforced laws and regulations within community to ensure public safety.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents, arrests, and investigations for documentation.
- Trained new officers on procedures, protocols, and community engagement techniques.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies on joint investigations when necessary.
- Prepared detailed documentation including written reports summarizing incidents investigated or observed while on duty.
- Attended meetings and trainings relevant to job duties; maintained current knowledge of best practices in law enforcement.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by Patrol Officers; provided guidance when needed.
- Mentored new recruits as a Field Training Officer, enhancing their operational readiness and adherence to protocols.
- Coordinated the Reserve Program, ensuring efficient scheduling and resource allocation.
- Managed K9 operations to bolster patrol effectiveness and maintain public security.
- Utilized expertise in drug recognition to accurately assess impairment levels.
Education
High School Diploma -
Coeur D'Alene Highschool
Coeur D'Alene, ID06-2005
Law Enforcemnet
North Idaho College
Coeur D'alene, IDBachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Central Christian College of Kansas
McPherson, KSAssociate of Arts - Gender Studies
Southwestern Oregon Community College
Coos Bay, ORSkills
- Criminal investigations
- Report writing
- K9 operations
- Evidence management
- Drug recognition
- Supervise the Patrol Division
- Administrative duties
- Field Training Officer
Certification
- Basic Patrol Certificate
- Intermediate Patrol Certificate
- Advanced Patrol Certificate
- Supervisory Certificate (Pending)
- Drug Recognition Expert
- K9 Handler
- OHV Instructor
- General Topics Instructor
- DUI Instructor
- Advanced FTO Certificate
- Over 2100 Hours POST/MTRS Training Hours
Accomplishments
- Medal of Valor (Sandpoint PD)
Technology
- Spillman
- Computer ARTS
- SWIFT 2000
- Microsoft Works
- ILETS
- PACE Scheduler
- Grant Writing
- LEXIPOL
Timeline
Patrol Sergeant
Boundary County Sheriffs Office
10.2018 - 08.2025
Patrol Corporal
Sandpoint Police Department
02.2009 - 09.2018
High School Diploma -
Coeur D'Alene Highschool
Law Enforcemnet
North Idaho College
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Central Christian College of Kansas
Associate of Arts - Gender Studies
Southwestern Oregon Community College
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