Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Additional Education Certifications
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Randolph Krause

Gibraltar

Summary

Professional law enforcement leader with deep expertise in public safety, community engagement, and crime prevention. Proven track record in strategic planning, crisis management, and fostering cross-departmental collaboration. Strong focus on building cohesive teams and adapting to evolving challenges, ensuring reliable and effective outcomes. Skilled in conflict resolution, policy development, and ethical decision-making.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief of Police

City of Rockwood
12.2017 - Current
  • Implemented community-oriented policing initiatives, strengthening trust between officers and citizens.
  • Developing policies and regulations.
  • Budget Planning
  • Leveraged social media platforms for effective communication with the public about important safety alerts, events, and department news updates.
  • Promoted transparency and accountability with the implementation of body-worn cameras and regular reporting to the public.
  • Developed Unmanned Aircraft Program for Search & Rescue and Investigative Purposes

Director of Law Enforcement Training

Downriver Mutual Aid Task Force
05.2023 - Current
  • Oversee and coordinate training for a 16 Law Enforcement agency mutual aid consortium.
  • Coordinate with the state licensing board for course approval
  • Implemented ongoing professional development opportunities for current law enforcement personnel to stay up-to-date on industry best practices and maintain their skills and knowledge.

Police Lieutenant

City of Rockwood
10.2014 - 11.2017
  • Oversaw daily patrol operations of the department.
  • Managed training division to include Firearms, Taser, Use of Force, etc.
  • Conducted Internal Affairs investigations for any departmental personnel.

Police Sergeant

City of Rockwood
06.2010 - 09.2014
  • Served as mentor and role model to junior officers.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members.
  • Evaluated department performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and recommending corrective action plans.

Police Officer

City of Rockwood
09.1998 - 05.2010
  • Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
  • Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.

Education

BBA - Educational Leadership And Management

Cleary University
Howell, MI
08.2025

Basic Police Recruit School -

Northeastern Police Academy
Bay City, MI

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Delta College
Bay City, MI

Skills

  • Team management
  • Leadership development
  • Training delivery
  • Conflict resolution
  • Professionalism

Affiliations

  • Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police, Member
  • Southeast Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police, Member
  • Downriver Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police, Director of Training
  • Shared Information Network Consortium, Member
  • National Patrol Rifle Conference & Competition, Board Member

Additional Education Certifications

  • Tactical IFAK Instructor, U.S. Border Patrol Special Operations
  • Law Enforcement Active Shooter Emergency Response (LASER), LSU/NCBRT, 2023-05-01
  • Law Enforcement Active Shooter Emergency Response Instructor, 2023-05-01
  • Executive Leadership Training, Federal Bureau of Investigation, 2016-01-01
  • FAA Part 107 Commercial Remote Pilot License, 2021-12-01
  • Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police New Chiefs School, 2018-04-01
  • Internal Investigations Training, Virtual Academy
  • Vehicle Close Quarters Battle (VCQB) Instructor, Centrifuge Training, 2017-01-01
  • Pistol Red Dot Instructor, Center Mass Inc., 2021-01-01
  • Firearms Instructor, Law Enforcement Regional Training Center – Flint MI
  • Patrol Rifle Instructor, Center Mass Inc.
  • Glock Armorer, Glock Inc.
  • Colt AR15/M4 Armorer, Colt Law Enforcement Training
  • Level IIIA Breath Test Operator, Michigan State Police

Timeline

Director of Law Enforcement Training

Downriver Mutual Aid Task Force
05.2023 - Current

Chief of Police

City of Rockwood
12.2017 - Current

Police Lieutenant

City of Rockwood
10.2014 - 11.2017

Police Sergeant

City of Rockwood
06.2010 - 09.2014

Police Officer

City of Rockwood
09.1998 - 05.2010

BBA - Educational Leadership And Management

Cleary University

Basic Police Recruit School -

Northeastern Police Academy

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Delta College