With a proven track record at Erie County Sheriff's Office, I excel in coordinating multi-agency responses and mentoring teams for improved efficiency. Expert in geographical expertise and problem-solving, I ensure swift, effective public safety interventions. My approach enhances resource allocation and incident management, achieving successful outcomes in high-pressure environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Dispatcher
Erie County Sheriff's Office
05.2011 - Current
Coordinated multi-agency responses for large-scale incidents, resulting in effective resource allocation and successful outcomes.
Handled sensitive situations with professionalism, maintaining confidentiality while collecting necessary information from callers for effective intervention.
Managed high-stress situations effectively, utilizing active listening skills and empathy to provide support to those involved in emergencies or traumatic events.
Maintained a calm and reassuring presence during high-pressure situations, ensuring clear communication between callers, officers, and other agencies involved in emergency response.
Supported public safety initiatives by gathering relevant data from callers for accurate dispatching of appropriate resources.
Received 911 and non-emergency calls and dispatched calls to appropriate agencies and officers on duty.
Questioned callers to determine nature of problems and locations to direct type of response needed.
Used specialized software to track and maintain case incident numbers and logs.
Mentored new dispatchers to facilitate their smooth integration into the team, improving overall efficiency of the department.
Maintained a high level of accuracy in data entry, ensuring all incident reports were complete and uptodate.
Entered criminal record checks, driver's license numbers and warrants into telecommunications systems to fulfill officer requests.
Utilized advanced mapping software to accurately pinpoint caller locations, aiding officers in swift response times during emergencies.
Contributed to department''s overall safety by consistently monitoring officer locations and providing timely assistance when needed.
Provided critical support during natural disasters, coordinating resources and relaying vital information between agencies for efficient response efforts.
Police Dispatcher
Town of Evans Police
01.2008 - 08.2011
Coordinated multi-agency responses for large-scale incidents, resulting in effective resource allocation and successful outcomes.
Handled sensitive situations with professionalism, maintaining confidentiality while collecting necessary information from callers for effective intervention.
Supported public safety initiatives by gathering relevant data from callers for accurate dispatching of appropriate resources.
Received 911 and non-emergency calls and dispatched calls to appropriate agencies and officers on duty.
AEMT-I
Rural Metro Medical Services
11.2002 - 05.2011
Contributed to successful patient outcomes by effectively administering appropriate treatments based on assessment findings.
Improved team collaboration by consistently participating in training sessions and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
Served as a mentor for new AEMT staff, providing guidance and support to ensure a smooth transition into the role.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of protocols and procedures to provide the highest level of care possible.
Demonstrated strong decision-making skills under high-pressure situations while prioritizing patient safety above all else.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY
05-2025
Skills
Public safety awareness
Data entry
Incident prioritization
Information gathering
Memory retention
Typing speed
Records maintenance
Geographical expertise
Confidentiality
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Multitasking Abilities
Timeline
Police Dispatcher
Erie County Sheriff's Office
05.2011 - Current
Police Dispatcher
Town of Evans Police
01.2008 - 08.2011
AEMT-I
Rural Metro Medical Services
11.2002 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
SUNY Empire State College
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