Phillip Herman
Law Enforcement
New Carlisle,IN
Summary
Seasoned Law Enforcement professional well-versed in criminal investigation practices, including gathering evidence, courtroom testimony and conducting investigations. Eager to leverage 29 years of law enforcement experience.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Patrolman
South Bend Police Department
10.2002 - Current
- Uniformed Patrol Officer (13 years): assigned to patrol duties, which included law enforcement, detention of arrested individuals, FTO (Field Training Officer), crash investigation, evidence collection and processing, crime scene photography, conducting interviews, gathering information and completing reports
- School Resource Officer (4 years): assigned full time to John Adams High School in South Bend, IN, where I conducted investigations (in a capacity as a Detective) involving juvenile crime and missing persons (runaways); provided informal mentoring, counseling and conflict resolution (for staff, students and parents); developed safety plans involving Active Shooter scenarios and general emergencies
- Detective (5 years): conducted investigations in an on-call capacity involving a variety of cases - shootings (non-fatal), aggravated assaults, robberies, burglaries, thefts, motor vehicle thefts and arson; composed and executed various types of search warrants and affidavits; collaborated with the FBI, ATF, Secret Service, US Marshals, Indiana State Police and other agencies; certified as a Fire Investigator (Indiana Certification)
- Additionally: Motorcycle Unit Officer, Indiana Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) certified instructor (general and emergency vehicle operations), certified background investigator (for new hires), pension board member, and pursuit review board member (internal investigations)
- Testified in court proceedings as required, presenting clear accounts of cases handled and supporting evidence gathered.
- Received numerous commendations, including 3 Officer of the Month awards
Corporal
Saint Joseph County Police Department
08.1995 - 10.2002
- Special Deputy/Corrections (2 years)
- Sworn Police Officer 5 years (2 years jail and 3 years road patrol)
- Corrections: provided security and safety for inmates and staff, escorted detained individuals to court and medical facilities, and a certified jail officer
- Road Patrol: attended and completed the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) basic certification in 1997 (Class 97-130), assigned with patrol duties, which included- law enforcement, detention of arrested individuals, crash investigation, evidence collection and processing, crime scene photography, conducting interviews, gathering information and completing reports
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts
Assistant Front End Manager
Martins Super Markets
12.1993 - 08.1995
- Assistant Front End Manager: front end operations, customer service, and daily management of baggers and cashiers at large supermarket
- Coordinated breaks and lunches while ensuring adequate coverage at registers to maintain efficient operations throughout day
- Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently managing front-end operations and addressing customer concerns promptly
Life Guard and Swim Instructor
Elkhart YMCA
06.1992 - 12.1993
- Lifeguard and swim instructor.
- Note: The business was closed several years ago and the building was demolished.
Education
No Degree - General
Indiana University South Bend
South Bend, INHigh School Diploma -
Elkhart Memorial High School
Elkhart, IN06.1992
Skills
- Courtroom Testimony
- Criminal Investigation
- Investigative Reports
- Crime Scene Management
- Warrant Procedures
Job Related Training
- 1997 Indiana Law Enforcement Academy Basic Certification
- 2005 FTO certification
- 2010 Basic NASRO SRO certification
- 2012 Advanced NASRO SRO certification
- 2017 Background Investigator certification
- 2018 Indiana certified Fire Investigator
Availability
Permanent, Full-time
References
- David Newton, Lead Investigator, Saint Joseph County(IN) Prosecutor's Office, 574-876-6765, Dnewton@Stjoepros.org
- Jamil Elwaer, Lieutenant-Internal Affairs, South Bend Police Department, 574-855-7572, jelwaer@southbendin.gov
- Timothy Wiley, Detective, Mishawaka Police Department, 574-370-5998, Timothy.wiley@mishawaka.in.gov
- Joseph Andrews, Technician, XFinity, 574-360-4538, J-75@comcast.net
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkWork Location
RemoteOn-SiteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceFlexible work hours401k matchWork from home optionCompany CultureTimeline
Patrolman
South Bend Police Department
10.2002 - Current
Corporal
Saint Joseph County Police Department
08.1995 - 10.2002
Assistant Front End Manager
Martins Super Markets
12.1993 - 08.1995
Life Guard and Swim Instructor
Elkhart YMCA
06.1992 - 12.1993
No Degree - General
Indiana University South Bend
High School Diploma -
Elkhart Memorial High School
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