Michelle Burke
Baltimore,MD
Summary
I am a detective in the Baltimore City Police Department. I am assigned to the Mobile Metro Unit. The Mobile Metro Unit deals with minor car stops to felony vehicles, narcotics, firearms, and wanted suspects. I am also a K9 handler in my unit with Baltimore City Police Department.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patrol K9 Officer
Baltimore City Police Department
12.2023 - Current
- Ensured proper care and maintenance of all equipment utilized by the patrol K9 team, contributing to overall efficiency and effectiveness.
- Completed detailed reports on patrol activities, arrests made, and any unusual occurrences observed while on duty.
- Conducted thorough searches for contraband and narcotics using K9 detection abilities.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies for successful joint operations and information sharing.
Narcotics Detective
Baltimore City Police Department
04.2017 - Current
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Investigated complaints brought by members of community by conducting interviews and compiling evidence.
- Worked undercover operations as buyer or dealer to uncover criminal activities and gather evidence for cases.
- Conducted personal, property, and event surveillance.
Patrol Officer
Baltimore City Police Department
02.2018 - 10.2020
- Prepared detailed reports documenting daily patrols, incidents encountered, and actions taken during shifts.
- Arrested suspects with appropriate use of force, following departmental guidelines and legal procedures.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Handled crisis situations effectively by utilizing strong communication skills, de-escalation techniques, and sound judgment under pressure.
- Enhanced public safety by patrolling assigned areas and responding to emergency situations promptly.
- Provided assistance to citizens in need, including medical emergencies or vehicle breakdowns, demonstrating compassion and professionalism at all times.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Conducted traffic stops, issuing citations or warnings when necessary to maintain order on the roads.
- Collaborated with fellow officers for efficient crime prevention and response efforts.
- Participated in specialized training sessions to enhance skills in areas such as firearms proficiency, self-defense tactics, and crisis intervention techniques.
- Investigated suspicious activities, deterring potential criminal behavior and maintaining community security.
- Testified in court cases as needed, providing clear and concise accounts of events witnessed or investigated.
Education
Master Of Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OH03.2022
Skills
- Team Communication
- Explosives detection
- Physical Fitness
- Investigative procedures
- Patrol techniques
- Canine first aid
- Surveillance
- Public Service
- Criminal Investigation
- Search and seizure procedures
- Police Patrol Operations
- First Aid
- Crime investigation
Languages
American Sign language
Professional Working
Certification
- CFR - Certified First Responder
- Behavioral crisis certification (CRT)
- Top gun training
- DNA swabbing
- Canine handler narcotics
- RATT training (2day)
- CPR
Timeline
Patrol K9 Officer
Baltimore City Police Department
12.2023 - Current
Patrol Officer
Baltimore City Police Department
02.2018 - 10.2020
Narcotics Detective
Baltimore City Police Department
04.2017 - Current
Master Of Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice
Eastern Gateway Community College