Don Mumaw
Sherman,IL
Summary
Senior Staff member offering experience in leading the operational and administrative activities of an agency consisting of 250+ sworn and civilian personnel.
Resourceful leader focused on team involvement and growth of our personnel while leveraging creative problem-solving abilities to address complex crimes and cases. Experience in hiring, training, supervising and coaching officers while evaluating performance. Successful management of a 52 million dollar budget and directed staff meetings for administrative oversight. Worked cohesively with other Senior Staff members for consistent decision-making and operations.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Chief of Police
Springfield Police Department
Springfield , IL
2019.10 - Current
- Manage a $52 million budget and lead a department of 250+ sworn and civilian personnel
- Recommend, develop and implement policies
- Review financial statements, analyze costs, expenses and incoming revenue
- Develop teamwork strategies to motivate and inspire officers in one of the most challenging times in the history of law enforcement
- Engagement with community groups and community leaders in addressing certain crimes and developing crime reduction strategies
Commander of Field Operations
Springfield Police Department
Springfield , IL
2016.05 - 2019.10
- Supervised and led 170 Patrol Officers, Police Sergeants and Police Lieutenants
- Commanded several specialized units to include Emergency Response Teams and Mobile Field Force Teams
- Coordinated operation plans with multiple agencies to respond to civil disturbances and protests.
- Worked with different divisions within the department to identify and implement crime reduction strategies.
Police Lieutenant
Springfield Police Department
Springfield , IL
2013.04 - 2016.04
- Supervised police operations for a watch with 40+ Police Sergeants and Officers
- Assumed the operational role of Chief Administrator of the department outside regular business hours
- Developed and administered watch policy and procedure
- Served as department media representative on the watch
- Examined department systems, policies, and procedures and recommended improvements
- Resolved or forwarded citizen or officer complaints on personnel
Police Sergeant
Springfield Police Department
Springfield , IL
2007.08 - 2013.04
- Supervised the field duties and activities of watch personnel and direct their daily activities
- Responded to calls for service with patrol officers
- Monitored subordinates written reports
- Responded to major crime scenes and emergencies
- Conducted Roll Call meetings and training
- Evaluated and motivated subordinate personnel to ensure performance and discipline
- Supervised undercover narcotics operation and conducted search warrants based on intelligence
Police Officer / Trooper
Multiple Agencies
Springfield , IL
1993.08 - 2007.08
- Began career in 1993 working as Patrol Officer and Narcotics Detective for the Peoria, IL Police Department. Was also assigned to the Special Response Team (SRT) as an Entry Team member
- Transferred to the Illinois State Police in 1999 and worked as an Illinois State Trooper and was assigned to the State Tactical Response Team (TRT)
- Transferred to the Springfield Police Department in 2001 and worked as a Patrolman. Was also assigned to the Emergency Response Team (ERT) and the Weapons of Mass Destruction Team (WMD)
Education
Bachelor of Science - Administration of Justice And Political Science
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, IL01.1993
Associate of Applied Science - Law Enforcement
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, IL01.1991
Skills
- Team Leadership, Process Improvement, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Cost Control, Performance Management, Risk Management, Policy Development, Budgeting and Troubleshooting.
Leadership Training
Northwestern University Center for Public Safety | Evanston, IL
School of Police Staff and Command Graduate
Additional Information
- Porter Williams Award (Bravery)– Springfield Police Department
- Distinguished Service Award – Peoria Police Department
- Irvin H. Warren Award (Outstanding Performance) – University of Illinois Police Training Institute
References
Lieutenant Brian Graves (Springfield, IL Police Department) (217) 415-1194
Lieutenant Ron Williams (Springfield, IL Police Department) (217) 899-7903
Timeline
Deputy Chief of Police
Springfield Police Department
2019.10 - Current
Commander of Field Operations
Springfield Police Department
2016.05 - 2019.10
Police Lieutenant
Springfield Police Department
2013.04 - 2016.04
Police Sergeant
Springfield Police Department
2007.08 - 2013.04
Police Officer / Trooper
Multiple Agencies
1993.08 - 2007.08
Bachelor of Science - Administration of Justice And Political Science
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Associate of Applied Science - Law Enforcement
Southern Illinois University
Similar Profiles
Julia BerardiJulia Berardi
Police Cadet at Springfield Police DepartmentPolice Cadet at Springfield Police Department
Patrick DavisPatrick Davis
Police Officer at Springfield Police DepartmentPolice Officer at Springfield Police Department
Jason SlomanJason Sloman
Patrol Officer at Springfield Police DepartmentPatrol Officer at Springfield Police Department