Robert Osborn
Wantage,NJ
Summary
Experienced law enforcement professional with strong organizational skills eager to secure a Security/Safety position in school environment. Adept at providing support to the instructional process with specific responsibilities to facilitate a safe, healthy and secure learning and working environment for all students, staff and visitors.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief of Police
Newton Police Department
Newton, NJ
12.2019 - 07.2021
- Provided general direction, control and administration of department while establishing operational goals.
- Managed team of 30 employees, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
- Enured that departmental rules, regulations and policies where followed accordingly.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Actively listened to residents, handled concerns quickly and assigned issues to supervisor for follow-up when appropriate.
Lieutenant, Patrol Operations
Newton Police Department
Newton, NJ
03.2006 - 12.2019
- Structured assignments for subordinates based on current patrol priorities, special requirements and individual strengths.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Investigated allegations of employee misconduct, reported findings and coordinated warranted disciplinary actions.
- Guided officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.
- Conveyed important information at start of each shift such as areas of focus and persons of interest in local areas.
- Provided for public safety by maintaining order, protecting people and property and promoting good community relations.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
Patrol Sergeant
Newton Police Department
Newton, NJ
09.2002 - 02.2006
- Conveyed important information at start of each shift such as areas of focus and persons of interest in local areas.
- Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
- Completed detailed reports and required paperwork related to serving warrants, investigating criminal activity and force deployments.
- Investigated crimes and accidents while administering first aid, securing perimeters and accident scenes and identifying and preserving evidence.
School Resource Officer/Juvenile Detective
Newton Police Department
Newton, NJ
07.2000 - 08.2002
- Investigated criminal matters occurring within school and on school property, compiling findings into detailed activity reports.
- Collaborated with administration and teachers to develop crisis plans.
- Provided security and safety to school staff and students.
- Conducted regular school security patrols and handled incidents promptly to maintain overall safety for staff, students and visitors.
- Performed conflict resolution between student body, parents, teachers, and administration.
- Conducted school security inspections.
- Assisted with fire, hazardous material and active-shooter on-campus drills.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
Patrol/Community Policing Officer
Newton Police Department
Newton, NJ
05.1990 - 07.2000
- Prepared reports to accurately document information.
- Contributed to problem-oriented policing efforts by identifying problem areas, recommending and implementing solutions and monitoring results.
- Responded to general public service called for civil or societal problems.
- Responded promptly to calls for protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances and general public service calls.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
York College of Pennsylvania
York, PA05.1988
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
County College of Morris
Randolph Township, NJ05.1986
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Excellent Communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Dependable and Responsible
- Organization and Time Management
- Hardworking
Certification
- S.O.R.A. Certified (Armed)
- C.P.R. Certified (American Heart Association/Atlantic Health
- Retired Member of the NJ State Association of Chiefs of Police
- Life Member of the Sussex County Chiefs of Police Association
- Field Training Officer
- Former D.A.R.E. Instructor
Timeline
Chief of Police
Newton Police Department
12.2019 - 07.2021
Lieutenant, Patrol Operations
Newton Police Department
03.2006 - 12.2019
Patrol Sergeant
Newton Police Department
09.2002 - 02.2006
School Resource Officer/Juvenile Detective
Newton Police Department
07.2000 - 08.2002
Patrol/Community Policing Officer
Newton Police Department
05.1990 - 07.2000
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
York College of Pennsylvania
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
County College of Morris