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Nicole Ward

10684 W Turtle Mtn, Littleton,United States

Summary

Police Officer with 14 years of street-level policing experience, focused on community safety and crime reduction. Demonstrated leadership in mentoring junior officers and executing directives from superiors. Expertise in proactive community engagement and relationship building with colleagues and the public. Committed to teamwork and continuous professional development in law enforcement.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Police Officer

Cherry Hills Village, Colorado - Municipal Government
Cherry Hills Village, CO
07.2015 - Current
  • Conducted thorough interviews with witnesses and victims to extract critical case details.
  • Executed law enforcement patrol functions in designated areas, ensuring ongoing community surveillance.
  • Issued traffic citations and compiled incident reports in compliance with department policies.
  • Directed traffic during high-volume events, enhancing public safety and order.
  • Responded swiftly to activated alarms for fire and burglary incidents.
  • Organized and facilitated photographic line-ups for suspect identification.
  • Maintained heightened awareness while patrolling on foot and in motor vehicles.

Police Officer

Auraria Higher Education Center
Denver, CO
08.2011 - 07.2015
  • Patrolled assigned areas on foot and in vehicles to ensure community safety and awareness.
  • Executed law enforcement functions to maintain order in designated locations.
  • Directed traffic at high-volume events to enhance public safety.
  • Interviewed witnesses and victims to gather critical details for investigations.
  • Documented observations by radioing information and completing detailed reports.
  • Pursued fleeing suspects across varying terrain using effective tactics.
  • Subdued resisting subjects utilizing defensive tactics and approved nonlethal weapons.

Security Officer

Auraria Higher Education Center
Denver, CO
06.2009 - 08.2011
  • Secured premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
  • Verified photo IDs to allow individuals after-hours access into classroom buildings.
  • Radioed for police officers or fire department to respond in cases of fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
  • Assisted with traffic control during high traffic times on campus.
  • Assisted police officers with female pat-downs.
  • Responded to conduct vehicle lock-outs of patrons on campus.
  • Responded to patrons sick or injured on campus to obtain proper information for reports.
  • Trained new security officers
  • Inspected parking lot to verify parking permits and ticketed or towed unauthorized vehicles.

Investigations Clerk

Denver Dumb Friends League
Denver, CO
05.2007 - 06.2009
  • Adhered to confidentiality protocols, ensuring data integrity and minimizing information compromise.
  • Managed incoming mail, messages, and packages, distributing them to relevant personnel.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers regarding animal cruelty and abuse with accurate information.
  • Organized and filed correspondence and reports according to corporate classification standards.
  • Executed data entry and maintained records of in-field investigators' call responses.
  • Guided patrons to appropriate departments, rooms, or staff members for assistance.
  • Referred callers to agencies or animal hospitals offering low-income animal care services.
  • Coordinated dispatch of investigators while maintaining detailed call logs.

Infant Teacher

Primrose School of Centennial
Centennial, CO
11.2006 - 06.2009
  • Sanitized toys, equipment, supplies, and surfaces to ensure a clean environment.
  • Monitored behaviors and changed diapers to uphold hygiene standards for each child.
  • Followed safe feeding guidelines and parental requests regarding breastmilk, formula, and solids.
  • Promoted communication skills through baby sign language while encouraging positive behaviors.
  • Enhanced sensory development by providing diverse textures and shapes for exploration.
  • Facilitated early literacy by reading aloud and engaging children in alphabet games.
  • Adapted communication techniques to support children's emotional and social development.
  • Maintained clean, organized, and safe environments for children.

Education

Master of Science - Administration of Justice And Security

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
12.2010

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice And Criminology

Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO
12.2008

Skills

Arrest Techniques

  • Search and Seizure Laws Familiarity
  • Defense and Arrest Tactics (DTAC)
  • Issuing Citations
  • Service Oriented
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Accident Investigations
  • Time Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Exceptional Problem Solver
  • CPR/First Aid Certified
  • Report Writing
  • Conflict Resolution Tactics (CIT Certified)
  • SFST Instructor Certified
  • POST Certified
  • Field Training Officer (FTO)
  • Defensive Driving Instructor Certified

References

  • Assistant Chief Eric Stremel, Silverthorn Police Department 6259 Long Branch Drive Parker, CO 80134 (720) 840-1591 estremel@silverthorne.org
  • Officer Bob Burnett (Retired), Cherry Hills Village Police Department
    6016 Haster Grove Colorado Springs, CO 80927
    (303) 591-6456
    bobburnett54@yahoo.com
  • Security Manager Jessica Meadows
    26900 E Colfax Ave #298 Aurora, CO 80018
    (303) 526-6491
    j.ruckle10@gmail.com
  • Officer Damian Kissler, Cherry Hills Village Police Department 12040 W Burgundy Ave Littleton, CO 80127 (720) 438-8927
    Kisslerdamian@gmail.com

Timeline

Police Officer

Cherry Hills Village, Colorado - Municipal Government
07.2015 - Current

Police Officer

Auraria Higher Education Center
08.2011 - 07.2015

Security Officer

Auraria Higher Education Center
06.2009 - 08.2011

Investigations Clerk

Denver Dumb Friends League
05.2007 - 06.2009

Infant Teacher

Primrose School of Centennial
11.2006 - 06.2009

Master of Science - Administration of Justice And Security

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice And Criminology

Metropolitan State University of Denver

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