Robert Forsythe
Newark
Summary
With a distinguished career at Perry Township and City of Columbus Division of Police, I spearheaded initiatives improving community safety and engagement, including founding a Cadet program. Expert in crisis management and leadership development, I've significantly enhanced operational efficiency and police-community relations, embodying investigative coordination and public safety management.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lieutenant
Perry Township Police Department
01.2022 - Current
- Administrative Lieutenant in charge of Support Services, Detective Unit, K-9 Unit, Mounted Unit, Property Room, Cadet Program, Training and Court Liaison
- Led various administrative and operational tasks to ensure departmental efficiency and effectiveness
- Started a Cadet program to get young adults interested in a career in Law Enforcement
- Started and was in charge of a Mounted Unit for public relations and special events
- Implemented, changed and re wrote policies and procedures for the Department
- Established supervisor training for Sergeants
Sergeant
Perry Township Police Department
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Supervised and trained officers, enhancing the overall performance and capabilities of the police force
- Managed key units and programs to improve community safety and engagement
Sergeant
City of Columbus Division of Police
01.2001 - 10.2020
- Supervised several patrol assignments, High School Resource Unit, Community Response Team, and Mounted Unit
- Served 10 years as a member of the Honor Guard
- Led various special assignments and community initiatives to foster strong police-community relations
- Member of the Officer Support Team
- Worked and coordinated many large multi-agency events, crowd control
- Republican National Convention (Cleveland Ohio)
- KKK Rally (Dayton Ohio)
- MLB All-Star Game (Cincinnati Ohio)
- Mardi Gras (Mobile Alabama)
- RED White & Boom (Columbus Ohio)
- George Floyd Riots (Columbus Ohio)
Police Officer & Field Training Officer
City of Columbus Division of Police
12.1989 - 01.2001
- Trained over 25 officers, ensuring they were well-prepared for active duty
- Worked on several patrol, temporary, and special assignments, including Street Crime Attack Team (SCAT), narcotics unit, plain clothes narcotics, and prostitution investigations
Police Officer
Perry Township Police Department
04.1983 - 12.1989
- Conducted patrol duties, responded to emergencies, and investigated crimes
- Collaborated with community organizations to enhance public safety and trust
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Trafford High School
Harrison City, PA01.1982
Skills
- Community Engagement Strategies
- Investigative Case Coordination
- Crisis Management Expertise
- Leadership Development
- Public Safety Management
- Operational Oversight
- Budget Management
- Incident Command
Affiliations
Fraternal Order of Police, Capital City Lodge #9 (Retired Active Member)
Certification
- Advanced Law Enforcement Training
- Rifle Qualified
- PIT Certified
- Bicycle Certified
- See Attached Transcript of Training, Columbus Police and OPOTA
References
Available upon request.
Awards And Commendations
- Medal of Valor
- Purple Heart
- Distinguished Service
- Special Commendation W/ 1 Gold Star
- Merit W/ 1 Gold Star
- Safe Driving W/ 3 Gold Stars
- FTO W/ 5 Gold Stars
- Honor Guard W/ 2 Oak Clusters
- Fitness W/ 1 Gold Star
- Officer of the Year W/ 1 Gold Star
- Police Commendation
- Franklin County Sheriff STAR Award
Timeline
Lieutenant
Perry Township Police Department
01.2022 - Current
Sergeant
Perry Township Police Department
10.2021 - 01.2022
Sergeant
City of Columbus Division of Police
01.2001 - 10.2020
Police Officer & Field Training Officer
City of Columbus Division of Police
12.1989 - 01.2001
Police Officer
Perry Township Police Department
04.1983 - 12.1989
High School Diploma -
Penn Trafford High School
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