Desired Job Title
Community Service OfficerField Training OfficerCrime Scene InvestigatorAccident Reconstruction Team MemberWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridLocation: Wellington, COFort Collins, CO
Open to relocation: Yes
Open To Work
Rebekah Finkle
Wellington,CO
Work Preference
Summary
Experienced Community Service Officer with 15 years supporting law enforcement and public service. Skilled in investigating incidents, documenting crime scenes, preparing reports, issuing citations, and mentoring personnel. Background in crime scene investigation and traffic accident reconstruction, known for sound judgment, leadership, and strong communication.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Service Officer
Fort Collins Police Services
12.2009 - Current
- Responded to non-emergency calls for service, assisting community members with professionalism and empathy to enhance community trust.
- Investigate traffic accidents and document findings in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Prepare thorough, accurate reports and maintain detailed records for police investigations.
- Issue municipal citations within the authority granted to Community Service Officers.
- Assess incidents and request sworn officer assistance when situations require additional law enforcement authority.
- Collaborated with patrol officers, detectives, supervisors, and other City departments to streamline public safety operations and improve interdepartmental communication.
- Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and compliance with agency policies while providing exceptional customer service.
Field Training Officer
Fort Collins Police Services
01.2012 - 01.2024
- Trained and mentored newly hired Community Service Officers, enhancing their skills and integration into the team.
- Evaluated trainee performance and documented progress, coaching employees to meet and exceed departmental standards.
- Provided instruction on department policies, report writing, investigations, customer service, and officer safety.
- Demonstrated professionalism, ethical conduct, and effective communication as a role model.
- Completed special assignment that aligned with team objectives, contributing to overall mission success.
Crime Scene Investigator
Fort Collins Police Services
01.2012 - 01.2021
- Documented and processed crime scenes in accordance with department policies and investigative procedures to ensure accurate evidence collection.
- Identified, photographed, collected, and preserved physical evidence while maintaining evidentiary integrity.
- Maintained strict chain-of-custody procedures when handling evidence.
- Executed special assignment focusing on in-depth crime scene analysis to contribute valuable insights for ongoing investigations.
- Worked closely with detectives, patrol officers, and forensic personnel to ensure accurate and thorough investigations.
- Drafted comprehensive reports and documentation to enhance support for criminal investigations and court proceedings.
Accident Reconstruction Team Member
Fort Collins Police Services
01.2012 - 01.2021
- Supported investigation and reconstruction of serious and complex motor vehicle collisions to enhance understanding of collision dynamics.
- Documented collision scenes using measurements, photography, diagrams, and evidence collection to ensure accurate representation for analysis.
- Collected and preserved physical evidence to support accurate crash analysis.
- Collaborated with sworn officers and reconstruction specialists to identify collision factors and develop comprehensive investigative reports.
- Applied strong analytical skills and attention to detail while supporting comprehensive traffic investigations.
- Completed a special assignment to support team objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Cedarville University
Cedarville, OH05-2002
Skills
- Traffic safety analysis
- Traffic accident investigation
- Community safety assessments
- Non-emergency incident response
- Incident management
- Incident documentation
- Police report writing
- Time management
- Report preparation
- Community service
- Community outreach initiatives
- Community engagement
- Public communication
- Employee training
- Records management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Ethics and confidentiality
- Report preparation
PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
- More than 15 years of dedicated service with Fort Collins Police Services, Field Training Officer (2012–2024): Trained, mentored, and evaluated newly hired Community Service Officers.
- Crime Scene Investigator (2012–2021): Processed crime scenes and collected, documented, and preserved evidence to support criminal investigations.
- Accident Reconstruction Team Member (2012–2021): Assisted with complex traffic collision investigations and scene reconstruction.
- Strong reputation for professionalism, leadership, investigative expertise, and commitment to public service.
- Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Cedarville University.
Timeline
Field Training Officer
Fort Collins Police Services
01.2012 - 01.2024
Crime Scene Investigator
Fort Collins Police Services
01.2012 - 01.2021
Accident Reconstruction Team Member
Fort Collins Police Services
01.2012 - 01.2021
Community Service Officer
Fort Collins Police Services
12.2009 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Cedarville University