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Nicholas Mahoney

Sand Springs,OK

Summary

Highly experienced Law Enforcement Officer with 16 years of ensuring safety, integrity, and justice. Proficient in patrol, traffic enforcement, sex offender registry, criminal investigations, department management, media relations, and law enforcement training.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Undersheriff

Pawnee County Sheriff’s Office
Pawnee, OK
01.2021 - 11.2024
  • Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
  • Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
  • Gathered information and evidence to assist in solving crimes.
  • Investigated incidents and crimes, including evidence collection and witness statements.
  • Streamlined processing and traceability by organizing criminal documents.
  • Maintained employees' job performances in conformance with corporate policies and procedures.
  • Manage daily operations of the Sheriff's Office, Jail, and dispatch.
  • Managed contracts for United States Marshals Service, Oklahoma County Jail Trust, and MCN Lighthorse.
  • Responsible for budgeting and payroll.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Investigated and documented criminal activity, including interviewing witnesses and suspects.
  • Gathered evidence from crime scenes and secured it for later analysis.
  • Developed search warrants to gain access to premises or persons of interest.

Security Supervisor

Tulsa Transit
Tulsa, OK
04.2020 - 01.2021
  • Supervised team of 5 security officers
  • Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
  • Guided security team in mitigating major threats
  • Ensured public safety through event and venue patrols
  • Ensured security staff is properly trained and certified in accordance with company policies and local regulations.
  • Conducted regular patrols of the premises to identify potential threats or safety hazards.
  • Supervised access control at all entrance points of the facility, ensuring only authorized personnel are granted entry.
  • Maintained records of all incidents that occurred on site including lost and stolen items and unauthorized persons present.
  • Created schedules for security personnel shift rotations and monitored staffing levels to ensure adequate coverage at all times.
  • Interacted regularly with other departments within the organization to promote collaboration between teams.

Interim Police Chief

City of Pawhuska
Pawhuska, OK
08.2019 - 04.2020
  • Reviewed and updated police department policies and procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
  • Developed strategies to reduce crime rates in the community.
  • Supervised staff of officers and other personnel within the department.
  • Monitored daily operations of the department to ensure efficiency.
  • Provided leadership, guidance, and direction to subordinates.
  • Created training programs for new officers and ongoing training for existing staff.
  • Organized regular meetings with community leaders to discuss public safety concerns.
  • Conducted investigations into criminal activity or complaints against officers.
  • Analyzed crime data to identify trends and develop appropriate response plans.
  • Maintained a budget for the police department ensuring fiscal responsibility.
  • Followed up on leads provided by informants and other sources of information.
  • Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to coordinate investigations.
  • Conducted surveillance operations to monitor suspect activities.
  • Assessed risk factors associated with potential threats to public safety.
  • Developed strategies for apprehending suspects involved in criminal cases.
  • Investigated and documented criminal activity, including interviewing witnesses and suspects.
  • Gathered evidence from crime scenes and secured it for later analysis.
  • Developed search warrants to gain access to premises or persons of interest.
  • Collected fingerprints at crime scenes using specialized techniques.
  • Prepared arrest warrants based on evidence collected during investigations.
  • Collected and analyzed intelligence information in relation to investigations.

Contract Police Officer

Tulsa Public Schools
Tulsa, OK
04.2019 - 08.2019
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
  • Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
  • Conducted daily patrols of school grounds to ensure safety of students and faculty.
  • Monitored student behavior and provided guidance as needed.
  • Investigated reports of bullying and harassment among students.
  • Provided support to school staff with discipline issues involving students.
  • Assisted law enforcement agencies with investigations related to criminal activity on campus.
  • Conducted interviews with witnesses and suspects to obtain information related to case.
  • Gathered evidence from crime scenes including photographs, fingerprints, and physical samples.
  • Drafted legal documents such as search warrants, subpoenas, arrest warrants, and indictments.
  • Explored alternative investigative methods when traditional ones proved ineffective.

Administrative Lieutenant

Muskogee County Sheriff’s Office
Muskogee, OK
03.2018 - 04.2019
  • Directed and monitored work of 5 law enforcement professionals with clear focus on maximizing results and maintaining transparent police operations.
  • Planned, scheduled and supervised work of 5 subordinates.
  • Liaised with local, state and federal regulatory agencies to streamline investigation completion.
  • Verified and authenticated validity and admissibility of evidence and preserved its integrity for court hearings while testifying under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.
  • Answered calls from citizens and business owners for help in emergencies.
  • Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
  • Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
  • Led shift briefings to inform officers of important considerations such as properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
  • Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss ways to reduce crime.

Public Information Officer /Patrol Deputy Sheriff

Wagoner County Sheriff's Office
Wagoner , OK
11.2012 - 03.2018
  • Managed routine and crisis communications with media and members of public.
  • Wrote press releases, talking points and and responses to requests for information.
  • Managed websites and social media accounts applying communication strategies and branding to maintain consistent voice and presence.
  • Pitched stories to media organizations to promote company interests.
  • Set up interviews with staff members to field media requests.
  • Maintained proactive media relations program by distributing news releases for placement, building strong relationships and monitoring all forms of media.
  • Acted as a sworn Law Enforcement Deputy Sheriff.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with media outlets to increase public awareness of department initiatives.
  • Created press releases, newsletters, brochures, and other promotional materials for events and programs.
  • Organized press conferences and interviews with key stakeholders to provide information about department activities.
  • Managed website content related to department news and announcements.
  • Coordinated with various departments to ensure accurate and timely responses to inquiries from the media.
  • Tracked media coverage of department initiatives and developed reports for senior management.

Education

High School Diploma -

Perkins-Tryon High School
Perkins, OK

Some College (No Degree) - Media Studies

Oklahoma Panhandled State University (OPSU)
Goodwell, OK

Skills

  • Witness interviews
  • Serving court documents
  • Patrol procedures
  • Courtroom Testimony
  • Traffic Laws
  • Criminal Investigations
  • Civil laws
  • Case Management
  • Crime prevention training
  • Evidence collection
  • Crime Prevention
  • Crisis intervention and deescalation
  • Suspect interrogation
  • Media Relations
  • Crisis communication
  • Spokesperson experience
  • Fugitive location and apprehension
  • Evidence collection and preservation
  • Interrogation skills
  • Homicide investigations
  • Interview coordination
  • Missing persons investigations
  • Background investigations

Certification

Basic Peace Officer - CLEET

Basic Instructor - CLEET

Pepper Ball instructor - Pepper Ball

Public Information Officer - FBI LEEDA

Jail School Instructor - OSA

FTO Train the Trainer - OSA

References

  • Judge Dennie Mouser 918-758-1400
  • Asst. Chief Kenneth Trammel 918-807-1871
  • Steve Money, Attorney at Law 918-851-1782
  • Officer Kyle Johnson 918-797-0949
  • Officer Shawn Daniels 918-636-2133
  • Officer Brian Underwood 918-361-9219
  • Officer James O'neal 918-861-3677
  • Officer Brent Colbert 539-832-0109
  • Regan Ledbetter, KOTV Cox Media 918-805-4339
  • Lori Hendricks, Wagoner County Clerk 918-408-5183
  • Senator Danna Prieto, Okla. State Senate 918-813-2424
  • Representative Dean Davis, Okla. State House 918-630-4131

Timeline

Undersheriff

Pawnee County Sheriff’s Office
01.2021 - 11.2024

Security Supervisor

Tulsa Transit
04.2020 - 01.2021

Interim Police Chief

City of Pawhuska
08.2019 - 04.2020

Contract Police Officer

Tulsa Public Schools
04.2019 - 08.2019

Administrative Lieutenant

Muskogee County Sheriff’s Office
03.2018 - 04.2019

Public Information Officer /Patrol Deputy Sheriff

Wagoner County Sheriff's Office
11.2012 - 03.2018

High School Diploma -

Perkins-Tryon High School

Some College (No Degree) - Media Studies

Oklahoma Panhandled State University (OPSU)

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