Ryan Hutchins
Silver Creek,GA
Summary
Well-qualified law enforcement professional with POST training and experience as Lieutenant. Proficient in authoring and evaluating reports, utilizing data-driven police strategies and promoting community-focused mentality at all levels. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Lieutenant, Patrol Operations
Rome Police Department
Rome, GA
08.2004 - Current
- Directed and supervised patrol officers in the performance of their duties.
- Provided guidance to patrol officers on a variety of issues, such as responding to calls for service, conducting investigations, making arrests, and handling evidence.
- Evaluated employee performance through observation and review of work product.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations requiring immediate action from the command staff.
- Organized and managed special operations, including traffic enforcement, drug interdiction, and crime prevention activities.
- Maintained records of all training activities completed by assigned personnel.
- Analyzed criminal activity trends in order to identify areas that require additional resources or attention.
- Attended court proceedings as required in order to testify or provide information on cases involving police actions or incidents under investigation.
- Drafted written reports summarizing findings from investigations conducted by subordinates.
- Investigated citizen complaints regarding officer conduct or performance.
- Provided leadership during critical incident management scenarios including deployment of specialized units such as SWAT teams or hostage negotiators.
- Supervised subordinate personnel during shift assignments ensuring safety protocols were followed.
- Reviewed police reports for accuracy and completeness prior to submission to superiors.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement agencies to ensure effective communication and collaboration between agencies.
Patrol Sergeant
Rome Police Department
Rome, GA
09.2004 - 01.2024
- Organized shift operations, including assigning tasks, evaluating performance, and providing feedback.
- Created a comprehensive program for the prevention of crime in assigned areas of responsibility.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Directed traffic control measures at major events such as parades, festivals, demonstrations.
- Assisted with administrative functions such as completing paperwork related to arrests or citations issued by subordinates.
- Supervised patrol activities, ensuring that laws were enforced in accordance with department policies and procedures.
- Conducted daily roll call to review patrol assignments and provide guidance to subordinate officers.
- Analyzed crime data to identify trends, develop proactive strategies for addressing public safety concerns, and present recommendations to command staff.
- Inspected equipment used by patrol officers on a regular basis; ensured proper maintenance was conducted according to policy.
- Evaluated personnel performance through observation during patrols or investigations; provided corrective action when necessary.
- Investigated incidents of criminal activity and prepared detailed reports of findings.
- Investigated offenses and arrested offenders of law.
- Evaluated and advised police officers and other personnel.
- Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.
- Read and evaluated case reports from each detective to assess accuracy and completeness.
Criminal Investigator
Rome Police Department
Rome, GA
03.2014 - 09.2017
- Prepared detailed reports of criminal activity for use in court proceedings.
- Conducted interviews with witnesses, victims and suspects to obtain information relevant to investigations.
- Utilized computer databases to research individuals associated with cases being investigated.
- Maintained contact with victims throughout the course of an investigation for support purposes.
- Analyzed evidence such as fingerprints, DNA samples and surveillance footage.
- Conducted background checks on persons of interest using various resources including public records.
- Coordinated the collection of physical evidence from crime scenes for further analysis.
- Adhered to all departmental policies, procedures, laws, regulations and ethical standards while performing duties.
- Assisted in the execution of search warrants at properties related to criminal activities.
- Provided testimony during trial proceedings as an expert witness on criminal investigations.
- Attended meetings with prosecutors and other officials involved in legal proceedings.
- Organized and maintained investigative records and files containing confidential data.
- Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
- Secured evidence from crime scenes, bodies, and secondary locations, carefully following sound evidentiary practices and chain of custody requirements.
- Documented facts and statements gathered from complainants, witnesses and accused persons.
- Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.
- Maintained organized records of all information and material pertinent to open investigations.
- Maintained detailed case log of all cases assigned to monitor progress and completion.
- Completed comprehensive face-to-face interviews with subjects, neighbors and employers to generate reports to document investigative findings.
- Reported results of investigations with written observations and photographs, and produced final reports.
Field Training Officer
Rome Police Department
Rome, GA
12.2008 - 11.2014
- Maintained records of all training activities, including attendance, completion status, feedback forms.
- Monitored safety guidelines while providing instruction on job duties and responsibilities associated with specific tasks in the field.
- Created written reports summarizing results from assessments and other data collected during field training programs.
- Demonstrated proper use of equipment, tools, and safety protocols to ensure safe working conditions.
- Responded quickly when called upon for assistance during emergency situations involving inexperienced personnel.
- Provided feedback on individual performance after each exercise or drill so that improvements could be made before deploying them into an operational setting.
- Ensured compliance with government regulations pertaining to health and safety standards within the workplace.
- Evaluated employee performance during exercises and drills to identify areas needing improvement or additional training.
- Provided instruction and guidance to newly assigned personnel in the field.
- Reviewed operational documents such as Standard Operating Procedures prior to implementation by trainees in order to ensure accuracy.
- Developed and monitored progress of individual trainees through regular assessment evaluations.
- Identified potential problems that may arise due to lack of knowledge or experience among trainees prior to their deployment in the field environment.
- Reviewed lesson plans and adjusted lessons.
- Maintained accurate records of employee participation and progress in training programs.
- Mentored specific employees on areas in need of improvement.
- Monitored and evaluated the effectiveness of training programs, making adjustments as necessary.
- Provided one-on-one coaching and mentoring to employees requiring additional support.
Patrol Officer
Rome Police Department
Rome, GA
08.2004 - 11.2014
- Enforced local ordinances related to parking violations or other minor infractions.
- Developed relationships with members of the community through outreach programs.
- Operated radar equipment to monitor speed limits on highways and roads.
- Observed individuals suspected of committing crimes in order to collect evidence against them.
- Gathered evidence from crime scenes for further investigation by detectives.
- Interviewed suspects and witnesses to obtain statements regarding incidents.
- Prepared detailed reports about daily activities and investigations conducted.
- Responded to radio dispatches regarding disturbances or criminal acts in progress.
- Conducted traffic stops, wrote tickets, and made arrests when necessary.
- Served warrants, subpoenas, and other legal documents.
- Performed first aid as needed in emergency situations.
- Assisted with crowd control at special events or protests.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect criminal activity and provide public safety.
- Investigated suspicious activities, responded to emergency calls, and mediated disputes.
- Provided assistance to victims of crimes or accidents.
- Attended regular training sessions on new law enforcement techniques and procedures.
- Boosted community safety, performed motor vehicle accident investigations and conducted field sobriety tests at DUI checkpoints.
- Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings and varied incidents.
- Monitored and investigated suspicions persons and situations and unusual activities.
- Operated law enforcement equipment and vehicles effectively during patrols and responses.
- Conducted initial investigations into criminal activities, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Provided first aid and emergency assistance when necessary, prioritizing public safety.
- Conducted regular patrols in designated areas to deter and detect signs of criminal activity.
- Responded promptly to calls for service, assessing situations and taking appropriate action.
- Responded to major interstate vehicular accidents with fatalities or serious injuries.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies on joint operations and investigations.
- Testified in court regarding arrests and investigations, presenting evidence clearly.
- Facilitated traffic flow during peak hours and provided assistance at accident scenes.
- Enforced traffic laws, issuing citations for violations to ensure public safety.
- Arrested individuals suspected of criminal activities, following proper legal procedures.
SWAT Operator
Rome Police Department
Rome, GA
03.2005 - 11.2012
- Maintained proficiency with firearms and other weapons systems.
- Conducted tactical operations in high-risk environments.
- Collaborated with team members on mission planning initiatives.
- Responded to emergency calls involving active shooters or barricaded suspects.
- Assisted in the apprehension of dangerous fugitives from justice.
- Adhered to department policies regarding use of force guidelines.
- Engaged in physical training exercises to maintain peak fitness levels.
- Participated in drills designed to test response times and preparedness levels.
- Provided security for special events and dignitaries.
- Subdued resisting subjects with defensive tactics and approved nonlethal weapons.
- Served criminal warrants and subpoenas to suspects in public and private locations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA03-2025
Skills
- Crime Prevention
- De-Escalation Techniques
- First-aid and CPR
- Defensive Tactics
- Law Enforcement
- Effective Leadership
- Investigative skills
- Task Prioritization
- Problem-solving abilities
- Professionalism
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Timeline
Criminal Investigator
Rome Police Department
03.2014 - 09.2017
Field Training Officer
Rome Police Department
12.2008 - 11.2014
SWAT Operator
Rome Police Department
03.2005 - 11.2012
Patrol Sergeant
Rome Police Department
09.2004 - 01.2024
Lieutenant, Patrol Operations
Rome Police Department
08.2004 - Current
Patrol Officer
Rome Police Department
08.2004 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Liberty University
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