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Shawn Kraycs

Grayling,MI

Summary

Highly effective and comfortable working with people at all levels in organization. Results-driven Sheriff with forward-thinking approach centered on organization success and profession development. Demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing effective police operations. Experienced police officer with over 31 years of experience in law enforcement Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving situational outcomes

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Driving Instructor

Allstar Driver Education
10.2023 - Current
  • Scheduled appointments with students for driving lessons.
  • Evaluated student performance and documented progress and goals.
  • Designed routes and set practice skills to challenge student drivers and build behind-the-wheel confidence.
  • Offered timely commands to assist student driver in steering or braking to avoid accidents.

Zoning Board of Appeals Member

Grayling Township
05.2023 - Current

The Zoning Board of Appeals function and duties include interpreting the ordinance (text and map).
deciding appeals from administrative decisions and granting variances (use and nonuse). The terms appeal and variance are often used interchangeably, but in fact are two entirely different concepts. A variance, if granted, allows a departure from a particular requirement of the zoning ordinance. An appeal is based on the fact that someone has made a decision related to the zoning ordinance, and another person disagrees with that decision.

Sheriff's Officer

CRAWFORD COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
06.1991 - 09.2022
  • Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
  • Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence and recorded witness statements.
  • Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
  • Gathered information and evidence to assist in solving crimes.
  • Maintained employees' job performances in conformance with corporate policies and procedures.
  • Increased productivity by supervising daily activities and performance of 44 personnel.
  • Managed debriefings for criminal subjects to acquire data relevant to investigations.
  • Developed and managed annual budget.
  • Managed human resource operations within Sheriff's Office.
  • Attended meeting and civic events.


Preformed work as a marine officer, road patrol office, school resource officer, undersheriff and sheriff.

Grayling Township Trustee

Grayling Township
01.2009 - 12.2017

Generally speaking, the town board is the legislative branch of township government, which establishes policy for the township to follow. Policies established by the town board are generally carried out by the supervisor and clerk in their capacities as administrator.

Owner

Asphalt Seal Kings LLC
05.2009 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
  • Resurface asphalt driveways, filing cracks, patching and commercial parking lot line stripping.

Owner

Kozy Home Rentals LLC
09.2009 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Conduct maintenance on house hold appliances, structural and cosmetics.


Major

Michigan Army National Guard
05.1991 - 09.2012

Petty Officer Second Class

US Navy
01.1987 - 02.1991

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Corrections Administration

Kirtland Community College
Roscommon, MI

Bachelor of Science - Management And Organizational Development

Spring Arbor University
Spring Arbor, MI

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

Kirtland Community College
Roscommon, MI
05.1995

Skills

  • Annual Planning
  • Change and Growth Management
  • Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
  • Strategic Planning
  • Employee Motivation and Performance
  • Integrity and Transparency
  • Leadership and People Development
  • Executive Leadership
  • Operational Analysis
  • Risk and Mitigation Analysis
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
  • Labor Relations

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 44 staff members.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Conducted administrative duties at an executive level for over 20 years as Undersheriff and Sheriff.
  • Also have owned and operated delivery companies achieving a comprehensive knowledge of logistics planning, movement and inspection and installation.
  • Appointed Sheriff in 2018
  • Elected Sheriff in 2020

Certification

Certified Police Officer,

Timeline

Driving Instructor

Allstar Driver Education
10.2023 - Current

Zoning Board of Appeals Member

Grayling Township
05.2023 - Current

Owner

Kozy Home Rentals LLC
09.2009 - Current

Owner

Asphalt Seal Kings LLC
05.2009 - Current

Grayling Township Trustee

Grayling Township
01.2009 - 12.2017

Sheriff's Officer

CRAWFORD COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
06.1991 - 09.2022

Major

Michigan Army National Guard
05.1991 - 09.2012

Petty Officer Second Class

US Navy
01.1987 - 02.1991

Associate of Applied Science - Corrections Administration

Kirtland Community College

Bachelor of Science - Management And Organizational Development

Spring Arbor University

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

Kirtland Community College

Certified Police Officer,

Shawn Kraycs