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Nicholas Dorau

Pleasant Prairie,WI

Summary

Dedicated and observant Police Sergeant with integrity and accomplishments in law enforcement. Proven expertise in leading and motivating officers to handle high workloads and difficult situations with community-focused approach. Expert in handling administrative requirements and schedules.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Patrol Sergeant

Kenosha Police Department
07.2023 - Current
  • Supervises a shift of 21 officers on a daily basis
  • Investigated allegations of employee misconduct, reported findings and coordinated warranted disciplinary actions.
  • Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
  • Guided officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.

Commander of Community Service Officers

Kenosha Police Department
07.2023 - Current
  • Conducted 2 different hiring panels, staffing 3 different CSO's
  • In charge of direct spending budget for the CSO's
  • Directly supervising all 6 CSO's and completing annual reviews

SWAT Operator Team Leader

Kenosha Police Department
05.2021 - Current

Assisted in the planning and execution of numerous high risk search warrants in a team environment

  • Make critical tactical decisions in short amounts of time
  • Operational planning, scheduling, allocating manpower, other members of shifts

Detective

Kenosha Police Department
04.2023 - 07.2023
  • Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
  • Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution.
  • Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.


Special Investigations Unit

Kenosha Police Department
12.2020 - 04.2023
  • Conducted over 20 high risk warrants with coordination of team members, multi agency unit
  • Worked and collaborated in a team setting daily
  • Allocated resources throughout the department to assist with successful mission planning

Police Officer

KENOSHA POLICE DEPARTMENT
04.2014 - 12.2020
  • Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
  • Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
  • Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.

Intern

COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
01.2013 - 06.2013
  • Selected as an intern out of numerous candidates
  • Attended ride along’s during 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts.
  • Completed clerical work for the District Attorney’s Office with guidance from staff

Education

Bachelor of Science -

GATEWAY TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Kenosha, Wisconsin
12.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Exercise and Sports Science, Criminal Justice

CARTHAGE COLLEGE
Kenosha, Wisconsin
05.2013

Skills

  • Crisis Intervention
  • Tavern Unit, Rifle Team, Accident Investigator
  • SWAT team leader, Civil Disturbance Response Team
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Field training officer
  • Community policing
  • Investigative skills
  • Patrol techniques
  • Physical fitness
  • Integrity and honesty

Timeline

Patrol Sergeant

Kenosha Police Department
07.2023 - Current

Commander of Community Service Officers

Kenosha Police Department
07.2023 - Current

Detective

Kenosha Police Department
04.2023 - 07.2023

SWAT Operator Team Leader

Kenosha Police Department
05.2021 - Current

Special Investigations Unit

Kenosha Police Department
12.2020 - 04.2023

Police Officer

KENOSHA POLICE DEPARTMENT
04.2014 - 12.2020

Intern

COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
01.2013 - 06.2013

Bachelor of Science -

GATEWAY TECHNICAL COLLEGE

Bachelor of Arts - Exercise and Sports Science, Criminal Justice

CARTHAGE COLLEGE