Richard Kummert

Resourceful Deputy Chief dedicated to maintaining order and public safety. Expertise in developing and administering department budget, evaluating and motivating personnel and establishing goals and objectives for department. Vigilant and candid professional with over 25 years of experience providing protection, security and safety to citizens in Westland. Assertive and driven with a track record of leading and directing police personnel to meet law enforcement objectives. Hands-on experience conducting investigations and gathering evidence, diffusing volatile situations and analyzing crime trends. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point. Just and tactful professional possessing excellent communication, time management and recordkeeping abilities.

• Collaborated with a group of city directors in the development of the Westland Police Emergency Preparedness Team. I Was responsible for creating policies and procedures which were implemented and shared with community shareholders such as the school district and business community.

• Firearms Trainer for 20 years - All weapons.
• CPR First Responder
• Instructor for Metro SWAT
• Reid School of Interview and Interrogation
• Sniper Instructor (Center Mass Inc. 2008, 20012)
• VCT Instructor Course (2012)

I have been a youth hockey coach for 10 years and play in several leagues.  I am currently a board member for the Novi Youth Hockey Association.

 I also belong to the Fairlane Club of America, a national membership car club.  I enjoy going to classic car shows and speaking with fellow enthusiasts.