Richard Creese
Beaver Falls,PA
Summary
Dedicated and Focused Police Officer offering over 30 years of law enforcement experience and knowledge. Known for going above and beyond job requirements to make lasting impact on department and public. Exceptional integrity, leadership and problem-solving abilities. Expert skills in report writing, evidence handling and conflict resolution. Known for having patience, professionalism and self-assurance when interacting with different personalities.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Forces Operations Superintendent
Pa Air National Guard
01.2019 - Current
- Functionally leads 104-person Security Forces Squadron
- Overseas Security Forces programs, Flight Operations, and Investigations.
- Negotiated labor contracts with general contractors and subcontractors.
- Led weekly production and operations meetings, facilitating stronger communication, and helping to resolve critical issues.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
Sergeant
Economy Borough Police
01.1997 - 05.2022
- Shift Supervisor
- Patrol officer- traffic enforcement, criminal investigations and involved with community policing
- Level 8 Accident Investigations
- Certified Total Station operator
- Certified Taser and Phazzer Instructor
- Less Lethal Munitions/Chemical Munitions Instructor
- Tactical Response Team Operator
- (2001-2008) (2014- Present)
- PA Dot Inspector (1997-2013).
Security Forces Member
Pa Air National Guard
01.2001 - 01.2019
- Perform flight line duties, main gate duties, and base patrol duties
- Deployed to Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom
- Deployed to New York City in support of Hurricane Sandy
- Deployed to Moron, Spain in support of Operation Odyssey Dawn
- Deployed to BIAP Baghdad, Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom
- Deployed to Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan and to Pope Air Force, SC Base in support of Operation Noble Eagle
- Deployed to Louisiana in support of Hurricane Katrina
- Attended Silver Flag Alpha for desert warfare training Nevada
- Deployed in Support of Detainee Movement Operations
- Traditional Guardsman Superintendent of Security Forces.
Patrolman
Baden Borough Police
01.1994 - 01.1997
- Patrol officer- traffic enforcement, accident investigation, criminal investigations, and involved with community policing
- PA MCSAP certified inspector
- Juvenile Officer.
Patrolman
North Sewickley Twp. Police
01.1994 - 01.1997
- Patrol officer- traffic enforcement, accident investigation, and criminal investigations, involved with community policing.
Education
Criminal Justice Bachelor’s Degree Program -
Geneva College
Beaver Falls, PA01.2018
Associate degree in Specialized Studies -
Community College of Beaver County
Monaca, PA01.2017
Act 120 Certification. -
Community College of Beaver County
Monaca, PA01.1991
Received High School Diploma -
Riverside High School
Ellwood City, PA01.1989
Skills
- Social Perceptiveness
- Taser and Phazzer operation and instruction
- Google Drive and Microsoft TEAMS
- Community Engagement
- Courtroom Testimony
- Emergency Vehicle Operation
- Traffic Direction
- Criminal Investigations
- Emergency Planning
- Traffic Laws
- Police Reports
- Crime Prevention Models
- Traffic Control
- Labor Relations
- Strategic Leadership
- Traffic Management
- Law Enforcement Expertise
- Firearms Proficiency
- Investigative Skills
- Conflict Resolution
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 104 members
- Airman of the Year "Top Cop" award SNCO category 2011
- Stellar Performer - Recognized by the AMC IG Team - 2022
- Recipient of Air Force Aerial Achievement Medal
- Recipient of Air Force Commendation Medal
- Recipient of Air Force Achievement Medal
- Recipient of Afghanistan Campaign Medal
- Recipient of Iraq Campaign Medal
- Recipient of Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal
- Recipient of Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon
Awards
Air Force Aerial Achievement Medal Air Force Commendation Medal Air Force Achievement Medal Meritorious Unit Award Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Valor Air Reserve Forces Meritorious Service Medal National Defense Service Medal Afghanistan Campaign Medal Iraq Campaign Ribbon Global War on Terrorism Service Medal Humanitarian Service Medal Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal Air & Space Campaign Medal Nuclear Deterrence Operations Service Medal Air Force Overseas Short Tour Medal Air Force Expeditionary Service Ribbon with Gold Border AF Longevity Service Armed Forces Reserve Medal with 1 “M” Device Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon Army Service Ribbon NATO Medal New York Humane Service To New York State Medal PA Governors Unit Citation PA Maj Gen Thomas R. White, Jr. Medal PA General Thomas J. Stewart Medal
Timeline
Security Forces Operations Superintendent
Pa Air National Guard
01.2019 - Current
Security Forces Member
Pa Air National Guard
01.2001 - 01.2019
Sergeant
Economy Borough Police
01.1997 - 05.2022
Patrolman
Baden Borough Police
01.1994 - 01.1997
Patrolman
North Sewickley Twp. Police
01.1994 - 01.1997
Criminal Justice Bachelor’s Degree Program -
Geneva College
Associate degree in Specialized Studies -
Community College of Beaver County
Act 120 Certification. -
Community College of Beaver County
Received High School Diploma -
Riverside High School
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