Mitchell Phelps
Clinton,IA
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in proactive policing and safety compliance. Recognized for effective community engagement and strong leadership in mentoring new officers to uphold departmental standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sheirff's Deputy
Clinton County Sheriff's Office
Clinton, IA
12.2025 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls, ensuring swift action and adherence to safety protocols.
- Worked with community members to build trust and promote crime prevention initiatives.
- Conducted traffic stops to enforce laws and promote safe driving habits within the community.
Police Officer
LeClaire Police Department
Le Claire, IA
02.2022 - 12.2025
- Enforced local laws and regulations to maintain public safety.
- Conducted thorough investigations of incidents and prepared detailed reports for legal proceedings.
- Monitored traffic patterns, issued citations to ensure road safety compliance.
- Trained new officers on departmental procedures, policies, and best practices for community policing.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Held traffic position which allowed me to conduct numerous traffic stops resulting in several OWI's.
Reserve Police Officer
Maquoketa Police Department
Maquoketa, IA
06.2018 - 02.2022
- Conducted traffic stops for violations, issuing citations or warnings as appropriate, resulting in improved road safety.
- Engaged with local businesses to develop positive relationships between law enforcement and the community at large.
- Assisted with crowd control during special events, ensuring orderly conduct among attendees.
Education
Seated Field Sobriety Training
Department of Natural Resources
Iowa City, IA03-2024
Certificate -
Iowa Law Enforcement Academy
Johnston, IA08-2022
FTO School
Mobile Teams
Galesburg, IL11-2023
Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement
Iowa City, IA10-2022
Skills
- Public communication skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Public relations
- Detailed reports
Timeline
Sheirff's Deputy
Clinton County Sheriff's Office
12.2025 - Current
Police Officer
LeClaire Police Department
02.2022 - 12.2025
Reserve Police Officer
Maquoketa Police Department
06.2018 - 02.2022
Seated Field Sobriety Training
Department of Natural Resources
Certificate -
Iowa Law Enforcement Academy
FTO School
Mobile Teams
Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement