Scott Kirk
Oak Lawn,IL
Summary
Seasoned Police Sergeant offering background in law enforcement procedures, crisis prevention and de-escalation techniques. Known for high ethical standards, strong leadership skills, and ability to make sound decisions under pressure. Made significant contributions to community safety through proactive policing strategies and effective team collaboration.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Sergeant
Oak Lawn Police Department
Oak Lawn, IL
01.2021 - Current
- Reviewed incident reports prepared by subordinate officers for accuracy and completeness prior to submission.
- Assigned, coordinated and reviewed the work of police officers.
- Served as a field supervisor during special events or operations requiring additional staffing levels.
- Responded quickly to calls, questions and complaints from citizens to help in various situations.
- Collaborated with divisional commanders to maintain consistency in all operations.
- Evaluated evidence for validity and admissibility and provided testimony during administrative and criminal court hearings.
Police Officer
Village Of Oak Lawn
Oak Lawn, IL
09.2005 - 01.2021
- Established and maintained effective working intradepartmental relationships with police officers, supervisors, and command staff within the Oak Lawn Police Department.
- Through confident decision making, empathy, and unselfishness, Oak Lawn residents and visitors are provided with a sense of security and assurance needed to raise a family and conduct day-to-day business.
- As an EDGE Officer and Bike Officer, a more personable, trustworthy relationship was built among young students, school staff, and residents.
- Consistently led the Evidence Technician division in the number of crime scenes processed, resulting in a larger, more experienced knowledge base of various scenes and how to handle each.
- Assist Cook County Investigations and South Suburban Major Crimes Task Force in recovering, processing, and handling valuable evidence needed for a successful prosecution.
- Galvanized an environment of open communication and learning between older officers and younger officers, specifically with technology.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL08-2000
Skills
- Bike Officer (2008-2010)
- Shotgun/Less Lethal (2008-2009)
- EDGE Officer (2011-2013)
- Evidence Technician (2011-2021)
- AXON Liaison (2023-Present)
- School Resource Officer-Pride School (2018-Present)
Affiliations
- Bagpipes and Drums of the Emerald Society Chicago Police Department (2019-Present)
Accomplishments
- Recipient: Oak Lawn Police Officer of the Year 2011
- Recipient: Oak Lawn Police Department Murdoch Award 2011
- Recipient: Oak Lawn Police Department Medal of Valor 2011
- Recipient: State of Illinois Officer of the Year Award 2011
- Recipient: South Suburban Association of Chiefs of Police-Peace Officer Award of Valor 2011
- Recipient: Cook County Sheriff's Department-Law Enforcement Award of Valor 2011
Certification
- 40 hour Supervisor School through NEMRT-Naperville PD (01/2021).
- Less Lethal Roundtable (4/2024)
- De-escalation and Smarter Policing for Changing Times (3/2023).
- De-escalation Strategies for Safe Street Encounters (10/2021).
- Mental Health First Aid for Public Safety (10/2021).
Multitude of other classes and training available upon request.
Timeline
Police Sergeant
Oak Lawn Police Department
01.2021 - Current
Police Officer
Village Of Oak Lawn
09.2005 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
Eastern Illinois University
- 40 hour Supervisor School through NEMRT-Naperville PD (01/2021).
- Less Lethal Roundtable (4/2024)
- De-escalation and Smarter Policing for Changing Times (3/2023).
- De-escalation Strategies for Safe Street Encounters (10/2021).
- Mental Health First Aid for Public Safety (10/2021).
Multitude of other classes and training available upon request.
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