Scott Ligon
Springfield,IL
Summary
Seasoned law enforcement professional with robust background as Lieutenant in Patrol Operations. Possess strong leadership skills and tactical expertise, adept at crime prevention, emergency response coordination, and community policing. Demonstrated impact through improved operational efficiency and team performance. Committed to maintaining public safety and fostering positive relationships with community members.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lieutenant, Patrol Operations
City of Springfield, IL
Springfield, IL
04.2022 - Current
- Directed and supervised patrol officers in the performance of their duties.
- Organized and managed special operations, including traffic enforcement, State Fair Operations plans, and crime prevention activities.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement agencies to ensure effective communication and collaboration between agencies.
- Assisted in the development of departmental policies related to patrol operations.
- Investigated citizen complaints regarding officer conduct or performance.
- Inspected equipment used by patrol officers for compliance with established standards.
Sergeant
City of Springfield, IL
Springfield, IL
06.2018 - 04.2022
- Assigned, coordinated and reviewed the work of police officers.
- Ensured that all personnel met department standards for performance and conduct.
- Interpreted laws, regulations, policies and procedures to subordinates.
- Performed supervisory duties such as developing goals, evaluating job performance, approving leave requests and maintaining discipline.
- Responded to emergency calls for service as needed.
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
Patrol Officer
City of Springfield, IL
Springfield, IL
03.2006 - 06.2018
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect criminal activity and provide public safety.
- Conducted traffic stops, wrote tickets, and made arrests when necessary.
- Investigated suspicious activities, responded to emergency calls, and mediated disputes.
- Interviewed suspects and witnesses to obtain statements regarding incidents.
- Gathered evidence from crime scenes for further investigation by detectives.
- Served as a Field Training Officer and trained new recruits on policies, procedures, and patrol tactics.
- I served as a Neighborhood Police Officer, attended community events, and conducted directed patrols on community-specific issues. directed patrol on community specific issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05-2004
Skills
- First-aid and CPR
- Community policing
- Firearms proficiency
- Investigative skills
- Patrol techniques
- Self-defense tactics
- Shift Administration
Accomplishments
- May 2010, Received the Porter Williams award for acts of bravery in the line of duty.
Certification
- LEADS Certified
- Certificate for Firearms Restraining Order Act Awareness
- Certificate for Illinois Human Rights Act
- Certificate for Metal Health Awareness
Timeline
Lieutenant, Patrol Operations
City of Springfield, IL
04.2022 - Current
Sergeant
City of Springfield, IL
06.2018 - 04.2022
Patrol Officer
City of Springfield, IL
03.2006 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Illinois State University
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