RANDAL KING
Chicago,IL
Summary
A seasoned Police Officer with a proven track record at the City of Chicago, I excel in crisis intervention and community engagement, significantly enhancing public safety. My expertise in criminal investigations, coupled with a strong ability to build trust within diverse communities, has led to a notable reduction in crime rates. Skilled in both emergency response and fostering positive relations, I embody integrity and effective communication.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
City of Chicago
Chicago, IL
10.1994 - 05.2019
- 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.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
Education
Criminal Justice
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, ILState Of Illinois Law Enforcement Certification -
Chicago Police Academy
Chicago, IL10.1994
Skills
- Report Writing
- Integrity and Honesty
- Conflict de-escalation
- Relationship building and management
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Patience and Empathy
- Community Engagement
- Criminal Investigations
- Emergency Management
- Community Relations
- Crisis intervention and deescalation
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Physical Fitness
- Officer Training
- Criminal Law
- Community-Oriented Policing
- Police reports
- Law Enforcement
- Emergency Response
- Cultural Awareness
- Courtroom Testimony
- Court Testimony
- Crime Prevention Strategies
- Undercover operations
- Self-defense training
- Crime scene preservation
- Crime Prevention
- Safety improvements
- Search and seizure procedures
- Defensive tactics training
- Evidence collection protocols
- Traffic Laws
- Court preparation
- Emergency planning
- Traffic Control
- Domestic Violence Prevention
- Crime Scene Processing
- Suspect interrogation
- Interrogation Techniques
- Crime prevention training
- Fingerprinting
- Civil laws
- Crime prevention models
- Decision-Making
- Critical Thinking
- First Aid
- Weapons training
- Public Service
- Police Patrol Operations
- Case report writing
- Crime investigation
- Investigative Reports
Accomplishments
Was Honored by City of Chicago Mayor Daley and city aldermen given award of Honor for bravery in apprehending three armed men while of duty in Burbank Illinois. After being shot at continued to follow there vehicle to Ford city mall where as a shootout took place . Was Honored by the Governor of Illinois down in Springfield. Was also Honored in Washington DC event. Over my career of twenty five years have had over 20 accommodations. I started district 6th then went to 2nd Wentworth where I was struck by a vehicle while assisting another officer and was injured while being thrown of hood of vehicle . I also worked Hyde park area also ,after that 7th Englewood. After that I worked in 8th Dist Chicago Lawn . I worked special assignments for gang activity and plain clothes . I also worked special events around the City. I worked also both side district 13 and 10. I finished my career in 008th district.
Certification
Law enforcement
Timeline
Police Officer
City of Chicago
10.1994 - 05.2019
Criminal Justice
Moraine Valley Community College
State Of Illinois Law Enforcement Certification -
Chicago Police Academy