Ryan Havunen
East Providence,RI
Summary
A five year law enforcement official, with diverse experience in multiple divisions/units within the police department. Experience with patrol functions, community-oriented policing, misdemeanor and felony in-depth investigations. Supervisory experience as a Field Training Officer, as well as, trained in many areas in law enforcement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Detective Corporal
East Providence Police Department
East Providence, RI
02.2025 - Current
- Major Crimes Unit.
- Conducted thorough investigations, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses and victims to solve cases effectively.
- Collaborated with local agencies to share information and enhance investigative efforts across multiple jurisdictions.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings, ensuring accuracy for legal proceedings and departmental reviews.
- Responded to crime scenes and gathered information and evidence to support the investigation.
- Attended multiple trainings to enhance my knowledge in investigations.
School Resource Officer
East Providence Police Department
East Providence, RI
08.2023 - 02.2025
- Martin Middle School.
- Enforced school safety policies to create secure learning environments.
- Collaborated with educators to address student behavioral issues effectively.
- Conducted routine patrols and monitored school grounds for suspicious activity.
- Worked with school administration as a resource for their police related inquiries.
- Bridged the gap between the community and police officers.
- Created relationships with students and staff that lead to information on investigations.
- Mentored students who were in distress or sought assistance.
Patrol Officer
East Providence Police Department
East Providence, RI
12.2020 - 08.2023
- Enforced traffic laws to enhance public safety.
- Conducted regular patrols to deter criminal activity.
- Responded to emergency calls for service, providing assistance in high-pressure situations.
- Executed arrests on suspects were probable cause existed in violation of Rhode Island General Law.
- Conducted misdemeanor investigations.
- Handled motor vehicle accidents.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Roger Williams University
Bristol, RI05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Roger Williams University
Bristol, RI05-2019
Skills
- Certified Field Training Officer in June 2022
- Certified Physical Fitness Assessment Battery in March 2023
- Attended Sudden Death/Homicide Investigations training
- Certified Pistol/Rifle Instructor in July 2023
- Attended FBI Bomb Threats/Swatting Call training in January 2024
- Attended FBI Child Abduction Rapid Deployment in October 2024
- Attended Glock Armorer training in December 2024
- Attended Death/Homicide Investigations training in February 2025
- Attended Human Trafficking and Biohazard training in February 2025
- Attended Pre-Employment Background Investigations for Public Safety training in March 2025
- Attended the Reid Technique of Investigative Interviewing and Advanced Interrogations training in April 2025
- Attended an Online Predator Investigations training in October 2025
- Attended Southeast Homicide Investigators Association in November 2025
Timeline
Detective Corporal
East Providence Police Department
02.2025 - Current
School Resource Officer
East Providence Police Department
08.2023 - 02.2025
Patrol Officer
East Providence Police Department
12.2020 - 08.2023
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Roger Williams University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Roger Williams University