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Michael Welch

Westminster,CO

Summary

Thirty-one years in criminal justice/law enforcement including municipal and state agencies.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Retired Police Officer

Golden Police Depatment
Golden, CO
01.1991 - 07.2012
  • Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
  • Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
  • Promoted safe driving conditions by quickly identifying and removing disabled vehicles and obstructions from roadways.
  • Determined appropriate course of criminal prosecution by analyzing and evaluating information.
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
  • Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
  • Validated evidence for admissibility and preserved evidence to be utilized court hearings.
  • Worked with investigations team to surveil and capture offenders for possession and distribution of illegal narcotics and prescription drugs.
  • Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
  • Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
  • Responded quickly to suspected bomb threats and evacuated buildings to search for explosive devices.
  • Booked suspects into custody by processing mug shots and fingerprints.
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
  • Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
  • Processed, verified and utilized tips to initiate speedy resolutions for investigations.
  • Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss crime reduction strategies.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
  • Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
  • Conducted thorough investigations of serious injury and fatality traffic accidents.
  • Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
  • Checked accuracy and integrity of collected information to identify optimal course of investigation.
  • Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.

State Trooper

State Of Colorado
Estes Park/Loveland/Summit County, Colorado
1979 - 1990
  • Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
  • Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
  • Promoted safe driving conditions by quickly identifying and removing disabled vehicles and obstructions from roadways.
  • Determined appropriate course of criminal prosecution by analyzing and evaluating information.
  • Talk regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
  • Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
  • Validated evidence for admissibility and preserved evidence to be utilized court hearings.
  • Worked with investigations team to surveil and capture offenders for possession and distribution of illegal narcotics and prescription drugs.
  • Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
  • Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
  • Responded quickly to suspected bomb threats and evacuated buildings to search for explosive devices.
  • Booked suspects into custody by processing mug shots and fingerprints.
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
  • Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
  • Processed, verified and utilized tips to initiate speedy resolutions for investigations.
  • Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss crime reduction strategies.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
  • Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
  • Conducted thorough investigations of serious injury and fatality traffic accidents.
  • Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
  • Checked accuracy and integrity of collected information to identify optimal course of investigation.
  • Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
  • Directed suspects on field sobriety tests and performed tests using portable breath analyzer equipment

Education

High School Diploma -

West High School, Denver, CO
Denver, CO
05.1968

Skills

  • Ability to identify and comprehend verbal and non-verbal cues and how to respond to these cues
  • Effective written and oral communication skills
  • Refined interviewing and conflict resolution skills
  • Social perceptiveness
  • Negotiation skills
  • Ability to handle work with difficult people in difficult situations
  • Analytical thinker
  • Commitment to helping people
  • Physically and mentally fit
  • Strong team member commitment
  • Excellent shooting skills (qualify annually)
  • Driving skills in all types of situations and weather

Hobbies

  • Love traveling,learning and enjoying all about the culture sand customs
  • PADI Certified Dive Master with over 3,000 dives
  • Love Jeep Off-Roading, member of the Mile High Jeep Club
  • Avid reader

Timeline

Retired Police Officer

Golden Police Depatment
01.1991 - 07.2012

State Trooper

State Of Colorado
1979 - 1990

High School Diploma -

West High School, Denver, CO
Michael Welch