Michael Bulanda
McHenry,IL
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with extensive experience at Fox Lake Police Department, excelling in community engagement and conflict de-escalation. Proven track record in criminal investigations and emergency management, enhancing public safety through sound judgment and integrity. Skilled in report writing and advanced crash investigation, fostering trust within the community.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Fox Lake Police Department
301 S IL Route 59, Fox Lake IL, 60020
09.2022 - 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 the population, building trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered Calls for Service to assist citizens, and business owners.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing crash rates.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
Community Service Officer
Fox Lake Police Department
301 S IL Route 59, Fox Lake IL, 60020
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Assisted in enforcing local ordinances such as noise complaints or animal control issues, liaising with appropriate authorities when necessary.
- Contributed to the reduction of traffic accidents through diligent parking enforcement and monitoring of roadways.
- Promoted positive community relations by attending various events as a representative of the police department.
- Responded to and processed found property calls, logging details and filing required reports for further action.
Technician
Spraytech
89 S US Highway 12, Fox Lake IL, 60020
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Installed Truck Accessories
- Sprayed bed liners
- Sprayed undercoats
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
Mechanic
Firestone Auto Care
3624 Diamond Dr, Mchenry IL, 60051
10.2019 - 09.2020
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Increased tire lifespan by accurately aligning wheels, balancing tires, and performing rotations as needed.
Education
General Education
McHenry Community High School-West Campus
4724 W Crystal Lake Rd, McHenry IL, 6005005-2019
Skills
- Report writing
- Integrity and honesty
- Conflict de-escalation
- Community engagement
- Criminal investigations
- Emergency management
- Criminal law
Certification
- Basic Law Enforcement Certification (12/2022)
- Sexual Assault Investigator-16 hour (06/2023)
- ARIDE (09/2024)
- CIT (01/2025)
- Crash Investigation 1-NUCPS (03/2025)
- Crash Investigation 2-NUCPS (03/2025)
Timeline
Police Officer
Fox Lake Police Department
09.2022 - Current
Community Service Officer
Fox Lake Police Department
06.2021 - 09.2022
Technician
Spraytech
09.2020 - 06.2021
Mechanic
Firestone Auto Care
10.2019 - 09.2020
General Education
McHenry Community High School-West Campus