Paul Gassman
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Leveraging integrity and relationship-building skills, I fostered trust within the community and enhanced public safety, demonstrating a strong commitment to law enforcement excellence. Police Officer with over 25+ years of service enforcing rules and authority for good of all citizens. Passionate about saving lives, protecting victims and fighting crime. Excellent record of promotion and recognition for going beyond call of duty.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Philadelphia Police Department Headquarters
01.1997 - Current
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
EMS Coordinator
Sheppard EMS
01.1990 - 12.1996
- Encouraged a culture of continuous learning by sharing industry news, trends, and research findings with colleagues.
- Integrated data from various sources to provide customized reports.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies efficiently, minimizing waste and ensuring availability for emergency situations.
- Reduced errors in patient care reports by implementing a thorough quality assurance program.
- Helped maintain accurate documentation of all incidents attended by sharing best practices in report writing.
- Established strong relationships with local hospitals, facilitating efficient patient transfers between EMS personnel and hospital staff.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northeast Catholic High School For Boys
Philadelphia, PA06.1986
Skills
- Report Writing
- Integrity and Honesty
- Conflict de-escalation
- Relationship building and management
- Patience and Empathy
- Emergency Management
- Police reports
- Law Enforcement
- Court Testimony
Timeline
Police Officer
Philadelphia Police Department Headquarters
01.1997 - Current
EMS Coordinator
Sheppard EMS
01.1990 - 12.1996
High School Diploma -
Northeast Catholic High School For Boys
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