Ruth M Hahn-Bee
Downers Grove,Illinois
Summary
I started my public service career when I joined the U.S. Army Reserves after high school and I have continued my public service career by becoming a police officer for the City of Park Ridge, where I have been employed for the past 19 years. During that time I have become a dynamic law enforcement professional with extensive experience, excelling in leadership, mentoring, and training coordination. Proven track record in enhancing public safety through strategic community engagement and effective communication. Skilled in documentation and reporting, fostering team collaboration, and ensuring compliance with regulations to maintain public trust. I am constantly striving for new challenges and opportunities to expand my knowledge in the public sector field. I look forward to continuing my public service career as the Assistant Village Manager of the Village of Glencoe.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Commander
Patrol Park Ridge Police Department
Park Ridge, IL
01.2025 - Current
- Provide training to officers on applicable state laws, local ordinances, and departmental policies and procedures.
- Mentored staff on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect public trust.
- Organized special events such as neighborhood watch programs or town hall meetings aimed at increasing public awareness about safety issues.
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
- Coordinated routine evaluations with local, state and federal regulatory agencies.
Police Sergeant, Patrol
Park Ridge Police Department
Park Ridge, IL
03.2020 - 01.2025
- Assign, coordinate, and review the work of police officers.
- Interpret laws, regulations, policies and procedures to subordinates.
- Perform supervisory duties such as developing goals, evaluating job performance, approving leave requests, completing employee incident reports, and maintaining discipline.
- Investigate complaints against officers or civilian employees in accordance with established policy.
- Served as a field supervisor during special events such as the Taste of Park Ridge.
Detective
Park Ridge Police Department
Park Ridge, IL
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Conducted interviews and interrogations with witnesses, victims, and suspects.
- Prepared detailed reports of investigative activities and findings.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies in the investigation of criminal activities.
- Obtained search warrants and executed them to gather evidence related to a case.
Patrol Officer
Park Ridge Police Department
Park Ridge, IL
01.2006 - 01.2014
- Investigated suspicious activities, responded to emergency calls, and mediated disputes.
- Provided assistance to victims of crimes or accidents.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect criminal activity and provide public safety.
- Conducted traffic stops, wrote tickets, and made arrests when necessary.
Military Police Officer
U.S. Army Reserve Command
Fort Leonard Wood, MO
12.2001 - 12.2009
- Completed 19 weeks of combined basic and military police training
- Deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom 2002-2004
- Provided combat support, detainee security at Camp Bucca, Iraq
- Deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom 2006-2008
- Trained over 300 soldiers, guard force members of the Bagram Theater Interment Facility, Bagram, Afghanistan
Education
Master of Arts - Public Administration
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL05.2014
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, IL05.2012
High School Diploma -
William Horlick High School
Racine, WI05.2000
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Active Listening
- Conflict Resolution
- Leadership
- Relationship Building
- Time Management
- Flexibility
- Strategic Thinking
- Team Building
- Detail Orientated
- Training Coordination
- Documentation and Reporting
- Flexibility
- Problem-Solving
- Pace Scheduler System
- ADP Time & Attendance
- Executime Time & Attendance
- Microsoft Office
Accomplishments
- Officer of the Year 2021 - Park Ridge Police Department
- Certificate of Departmental Commendation x3 -Park Ridge Police Department
- Letter of Recognition x8 - Park Ridge Police Department
- Letter of Appreciation - Federal Bureau of Investigations
- Meritorious Service Medal Operation Enduring Freedom - Military Commendation
- Army Commendation Medal Operation Iraqi Freedom - Military Commendation
Additional Experience
- CPR Instructor
- Honor Guard Supervisor
- Field Training Program Manager
- Peer Support Supervisor
- Pension Board
- Beat Team Leader Area 4
- Park Ridge Park District Officer
- Forensic Technician
Organizations
- Member of the International Association of Women Police (IAWP)
- Member of the International City/County Management Association (ICMA)
Timeline
Police Commander
Patrol Park Ridge Police Department
01.2025 - Current
Police Sergeant, Patrol
Park Ridge Police Department
03.2020 - 01.2025
Detective
Park Ridge Police Department
01.2014 - 01.2019
Patrol Officer
Park Ridge Police Department
01.2006 - 01.2014
Military Police Officer
U.S. Army Reserve Command
12.2001 - 12.2009
Master of Arts - Public Administration
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Northern Illinois University
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Waubonsee Community College
High School Diploma -
William Horlick High School
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