Mitchell Myers
DELAWARE,OH
Summary
I am a public safety professional currently serving as a Police Officer with the City of Delaware, Ohio. My work centers on building trust, protecting the community, and responding to complex situations with professionalism, empathy, and sound judgment. I have experience in patrol operations, crisis intervention, criminal investigations, and community engagement.
My background includes law enforcement training through the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy and continued academic studies in Psychology at Southern New Hampshire University. I am passionate about service-oriented leadership, and helping individuals during critical moments. I take pride in approaching public safety through a service-first mindset that prioritizes collaboration, prevention, and long-term community well-being.
I am particularly interested in opportunities that allow me to grow in public safety, emergency services , or leadership-focused roles.
I am passionate about service-oriented leadership, youth engagement, and contributing to safe, growth-focused communities.
Outside of work, I value fitness, mentorship, and continuous personal and professional development.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Delaware City Police Department
DELAWARE, OH
05.2024 - Current
- Patrolled designated areas to ensure public safety and deter crime.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided assistance to citizens in need.
- Assisted in investigations by gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Collaborated with community members to build trust and improve relations.
- Engaged in community outreach programs to promote safety awareness initiatives.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Conduct proactive patrol and respond to emergency and non-emergency situations
- Conduct traffic enforcement and DUI investigations
- Utilize crisis intervention techniques in high-stress situations
- Collaborate with multi-agency partners and local prosecutors
Deputy Sheriff, Road Patrol
Marion County Sheriff Office
Marion, OH
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Patrolled assigned areas to ensure public safety and deter criminal activity.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided assistance as needed.
- Conducted traffic stops and enforced local laws and regulations
- Conduct proactive patrol and respond to emergency and non-emergency calls
- Perform criminal investigations and prepare detailed case reports
- Conduct traffic enforcement and DUI investigations
- Utilize crisis intervention techniques in high-stress situations
- Collaborate with multi-agency partners and local prosecutors
Student Supervisor
Woody Hayes Athletic Center
Marion, OH
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Supervised daily operations of a high-traffic Division I athletic facility serving student-athletes, staff, and visitors
- Led and trained student staff, delegated assignments, and ensured adherence to safety and operational procedures
- Maintained facility security, monitored access control, and responded to incidents or emergencies as needed
- Coordinated scheduling, equipment setup, and event support for athletic programs and special functions
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure cleanliness, safety compliance, and readiness of training spaces
- Provided customer service and problem resolution in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment
- Communicated with coaches, athletic personnel, and university staff to support operational needs
Education
OPOTA - Police Academy
COTC
Columbus, Ohio, OH 01.2023 - 06.2023
Marion Harding High School
Marion, OHSome College (No Degree) - Exercise Science
Ashland University
Ashland, Ohio, OHSome College (No Degree) - Physical Education And Coaching
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio, OHSome College (No Degree) - Gender Studies
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NHSkills
- Criminal investigations
- Crisis intervention
- Emergency response
- Report writing
- Public safety
- Community policing
- Multi-agency collaboration
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Safety compliance
- Emergency planning
- Conflict resolution tactics
- Tactical driving
- Firearms proficiency
- Crisis intervention and deescalation
- Physical fitness
- Courtroom testimony
Certification
- CIT
- BAC
- FETTI (Interview)
- ICS-100,200,700,800
- OTOA Active Shooter certification
- CSX- emergency response to railroad incident's (ERRI)
Affiliations
- CrossFit
- 2 years of college football
Accomplishments
- Master fitness at DPD (2024,2025)
Timeline
Police Officer
Delaware City Police Department
05.2024 - Current
Deputy Sheriff, Road Patrol
Marion County Sheriff Office
08.2023 - 04.2024
OPOTA - Police Academy
COTC
01.2023 - 06.2023
Student Supervisor
Woody Hayes Athletic Center
01.2022 - 09.2023
Marion Harding High School
Some College (No Degree) - Exercise Science
Ashland University
Some College (No Degree) - Physical Education And Coaching
The Ohio State University
Some College (No Degree) - Gender Studies
Southern New Hampshire University