Seneca Woodson, Sr
Law Enforcement Professional
Crete,Illinois
Summary
Law enforcement professional offering a proven history in fostering public safety and awareness. Specializes in de-escalated situations to provide optimal outcomes for all involved individuals. Seeking a role in which integrity and commitment to safety will provide community enrichment.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Village of Lynwood
Lynwood, IL
09.2018 - Current
- Resolve complaints and apprehend suspects as needed.
- Maintain law and order by ensuring citizens adhere to local, state, and federal laws.
- Conduct investigations and aid in the prosecution of suspects by working with the district attorney.
- Debrief and interrogate arrested individuals to collect important information for ongoing investigations.
- Accomplished member of the plain clothes task force focused on narcotics, firearms, violent vehicular crimes, and crime suppression.
District Security Supervisor
Harvey School District 152
Harvey, IL
01.2019 - 08.2022
- Conceptualized a risk management plan for all seven schools in the district.
- Directed the day-to-day activities of the security personnel.
- Upgraded workplace safety guidelines, hazard inspections, and state mandated drills.
- Developed estimates to determine comprehensive project costs and financial reports to monitor ongoing costs at sites.
- Collaborated with local police and fire agencies on public safety issues.
- Refined all emergency preparedness, crisis management, and violence prevention plans.
- Reported security incidents and threats to members of the executive branch.
- Resolved conflict between the student body, parents, teachers, and administration.
- Overhauled operations of the truancy department.
- Championed a $100,000 grant award for a Violence Prevention Reduction Program.
- Conducted safety workshops for over 300 staff members.
Police Officer
City Of Chicago Heights
Chicago Heights, IL
12.2011 - 07.2017
- Monitored and investigated suspicious persons, situations, and unusual activities.
- Mediated domestic-related disturbances and protected victims from harm.
- Wrote reports on arrests made, activities performed, and unusual incidents observed.
- Prepared cases for trial, appeared, and testified in court as a witness.
- Searched vehicles, buildings, homes, and property for evidence and stolen property.
- Conducted covert, undercover investigations to uncover ongoing crimes.
- Worked with school counselors and administrators regarding juvenile offenders.
Specialist
United States Army Reserve
, United States
06.2000 - 05.2006
- Completed basic and advanced individual training.
- Served as a food service specialist.
- Received an honorable discharge.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Safety Management
Calumet College of St. Joseph
Skills
- Surveillance and Covert Operations
- Community Relations
- Inter-Agency Coordination
- Risk Mitigation
- Emergency Management
- Crisis Management
Accomplishments
- Graduated in the top 10% of class at Calumet College of St. Joseph.
- President's list honoree at Calumet College of St. Joseph.
- Honor roll recipient at Calumet College of St. Joseph.
- Active member of the Juvenile Violence Collaborative.
Certification
- Juvenile Officer Certification - 2024
- Lead Homicide Investigator - 2023
- CPR & AED - 2023
- Mental Health and Awareness - 2023
- Illinois State Peace Officer - 2012
Affiliations
- Krav Maga Practitioner - Polaris Martial Arts
- Public Speaker and Mentor to Kindergarten through 12 grade disadvantage students
- Conducted various workshops at the following institutions: Leo High School, Benjamin E. Mays Elementary Academy, Sandridge School District 172, and Harvey School District 152
Timeline
District Security Supervisor
Harvey School District 152
01.2019 - 08.2022
Police Officer
Village of Lynwood
09.2018 - Current
Police Officer
City Of Chicago Heights
12.2011 - 07.2017
Specialist
United States Army Reserve
06.2000 - 05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Public Safety Management
Calumet College of St. Joseph
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