SHAWN HAMLIN
Cumming,GA
Summary
Motivated and experienced Police Captain/Manager with 18 years of supervisory experience at Duluth Police Department, excelling in crisis management and team leadership. Achieved significant crime reduction through proactive initiatives and effective resource management. Proven ability to mentor future leaders while ensuring compliance with laws and enhancing officer performance through critical thinking and conflict de-escalation techniques. 25 years of experience with the same department. 10 Years as a training officer for newly hired officers.
3 time Supervisor of the year.
Military: US Air Force reserves. Sept 91 - June 92. Ribbon: National Defense Service medal Desert Storm.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Captain
Duluth Police Department
3276 BUFORD HWY DULUTH GA 30096
03.2023 - 05.2025
- Approved training and education designed to maintain and improve officer patrol and protective services.
- Documented incidents and arrest activities, reviewed written reports and communicated with subordinates to facilitate administrative follow-up.
- Scheduled and adjusted duty rosters to achieve efficiency of department operations, functions and actions.
- Assigned and supervised subordinates to prevent crime, protect life and property and enforce laws.
- Mentored junior officers as they developed their skills in leadership roles, guiding future leaders within the organization towards success.
- The Uniform Patrol division Commander is responsible for the management of all Uniform Patrol division activities and employees.
- Conducted internal investigations to uphold disciplinary standards within the police force, promoting accountability among officers.
- Led a team of officers in conducting investigations, solving complex cases, and ensuring public safety.
- Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal laws during daily operations, mitigating legal risks.
- Inspected and oversaw functions of patrol officers and lieutenants.
- Reduced crime rates through proactive patrolling and intelligence-led policing initiatives.
- Monitored performance of employees and established police requirements.
- Planned, organized, directed and supervised operations of 35 officers within the largest division of the department.
- Managed budgetary resources for the efficient operation of the police department, optimizing resource allocation and cost control. Presented budget to the City manager and City Counsel.
- Served as mentor and role model to junior officers.
- Accompanied police officers during shifts to evaluate performance and resolve incorrect behaviors.
- This position is exempt from FLSA. My position is appointed by the Chief of Police and works under their direction.
Police Lieutenant
Duluth Police Department
3276 BUFORD HWY DULUTH GA 30096
08.2018 - 03.2023
- Established and enforced employee performance policies.
- Audited inventory of safety equipment and weapons for mission security compliance.
- Managed and supervised 5 Sergeants and 5 Corporals who are first line supervisors.
- Worked under the Patrol Division Captain.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Mercyhurst University
Erie, PA05-1997
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Active listening skills
- Management experience: 7 years 120 hours of Management education/training
- Supervision experience: 18 years total 11 of which were First line supervision 120 additional hours of supervision education/training For a total of 240 hours
- Crisis management
- Conflict de-escalation
- Team management
- De-escalation techniques
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Team leadership
Certification
- Management certification
- Supervision certification
- Field Training Officer Certification
Timeline
Police Captain
Duluth Police Department
03.2023 - 05.2025
Police Lieutenant
Duluth Police Department
08.2018 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Arts - CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Mercyhurst University