Raymond Kiefer
Shepherdsville,KY
Summary
Well-qualified law enforcement professional with POST training and experience as Lieutenant with Louisville Metro Police. Proficient in authoring and evaluating reports, utilizing data-driven police strategies and promoting community-focused mentality at all levels.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Patrol Officer
Shelbyville Police
Shelbyville, KY
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect criminal activity and provide public safety.
- Conducted traffic stops, wrote tickets, and made arrests when necessary.
- Investigated suspicious activities, responded to emergency calls, and mediated disputes.
- Provided assistance to victims of crimes or accidents.
- Served warrants, subpoenas, and other legal documents.
- Interviewed suspects and witnesses to obtain statements regarding incidents.
- Gathered evidence from crime scenes for further investigation by detectives.
- Transported prisoners between jails, courts, medical facilities..
- Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings and varied incidents.
Police Sergeant
West Buechel Police Department
Louisville, KY
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Supervised and reviewed 5 subordinates.
- Trained and mentored officers on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect public trust.
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
- Patrolled within city limits and responded to calls and investigate disturbances.
Tractor Trailer Cargo Security Escorts
Shadow Freight Security
Louisville, KY
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Conducted complex and confidential investigations, maintained security records, files and data and evaluated and recommended best physical security systems, software and equipment.
- Built detailed knowledge on locations and points of interest.
- Escorted tractor trailers from one location to another while transporting high dollar items.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Police Lieutenant
Louisville Metro Police Department
Louisville, KY
02.2018 - 11.2021
- Supervised and reviewed over 100 subordinates.
- Reviewed and assessed criminal prosecution information, including search warrants, citations and complaints.
- Directed team of over 100 police employees in 4th Division, setting and enforcing policies for optimal performance.
- Informed shift officers of properties to watch and noted criminals understood to be in patrol areas.
- Provided management and support to team of 10 Division Detectives.
- Trained and mentored staff on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect public trust.
- Supervised 4th Division Fleet and budget.
- Oversaw the 4th Division Violent Crime detail.
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by the 4th Division Detective's to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
- Responded quickly to calls, questions and complaints from citizens to help in various situations.
- Supervised crowds at busy events and provided security services to prevent injuries.
Police Sergeant
Louisville Metro Police Department
Louisville, KY
02.2012 - 02.2018
- Supervised and reviewed 30 subordinates.
- Collaborated with divisional commanders to maintain consistency in all operations.
- Trained and mentored staff on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect public trust.
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
- Patrolled assigned areas to respond to calls and investigate disturbances.
- Monitored serving of warrants and assisted in making required arrests.
- Informed shift officers of properties to watch and noted criminals understood to be in patrol areas.
- Supervised crowds at busy events and provided security services to prevent injuries.
Police Officer
Louisville Metro Police Department
Louisville, KY
06.2000 - 02.2012
- Prepared investigative reports and sketches to support criminal research.
- Executed law enforcement patrol functions in assigned locations for extended periods of time.
- Served criminal warrants and subpoenas to suspects in public and private locations.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
- Provided patient care and medical triage in emergencies.
- Communicated with victims, suspects and witnesses to gather and provide information regarding criminal events.
- Pursued fleeing suspects on foot and in varying terrain.
- Directed traffic at high-volume special events for public safety and order.
- Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects to conduct thorough criminal investigations.
- Performed CPR and other rescue techniques on individuals in medical emergencies.
- Responded promptly to activated alarms for fires and burglaries.
- Issued traffic tickets and wrote incident reports according to commissioner specifications.
Corrections Officer
Louisville Metro Department of Corrections
Louisville, KY
08.1998 - 06.2000
- Maintained daily logs of shift activity.
- Maintained correct physical head count for inmates.
- Conducted thorough cell searches to uncover contraband and other materials not allowed at facility.
- Maintained appropriate control, security and well-being over those detained.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Patrolled and visually inspected units, yards, buildings and prisoner property and clothing to ensure welfare, security and safety.
- Maintained communications with staff and inmate body to maintain safe, effective prison environment.
- Assisted in restraining violent and unruly inmates.
Education
High School Diploma -
Valley High School
Louisville, KY06.1994
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Communication
- Team management
- First Aid/CPR
- Conflict resolution
- Computer skills
- Team building
- Organizational skills
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Problem resolution
- Schedule management
- Staff development
- Decision-making
- Training & development
- Supervision & leadership
- Good work ethic
- People skills
Timeline
Patrol Officer
Shelbyville Police
01.2023 - 02.2024
Police Sergeant
West Buechel Police Department
04.2022 - 05.2022
Tractor Trailer Cargo Security Escorts
Shadow Freight Security
11.2021 - 04.2022
Police Lieutenant
Louisville Metro Police Department
02.2018 - 11.2021
Police Sergeant
Louisville Metro Police Department
02.2012 - 02.2018
Police Officer
Louisville Metro Police Department
06.2000 - 02.2012
Corrections Officer
Louisville Metro Department of Corrections
08.1998 - 06.2000
High School Diploma -
Valley High School