Patrick McDermott

Currently assigned as the Court Security Officer for the Sawyer County Courthouse.

• Assessed potentially dangerous situations quickly; employed de-escalation techniques when needed to maintain peace.
• Maintained accurate reports and records, aiding in the proper documentation of cases for judicial proceedings.

• Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
• Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
• Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
• Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
• Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
• Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
• Member of Major Incident Response Team.
• Hazardous Material Training / Certified Hazmat Technician