SHEILA Mason
Cleveland
Summary
Accomplished Chief of Police at The Village of Woodmere, adept in leveraging law enforcement expertise and community engagement to significantly reduce crime rates and enhance public safety. Spearheaded innovative training programs and recruitment campaigns, demonstrating exceptional leadership and media relations skills. Successfully managed crisis situations, emphasizing teamwork and collaboration.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief of Police (Retired)
The Village of Woodmere
07.2010 - 07.2024
- Leveraged social media platforms for effective communication with the public about important safety alerts, events, and department news updates.
- Implemented community-oriented policing initiatives, strengthening trust between officers and citizens.
- Developed comprehensive training programs to ensure officer preparedness, resulting in increased professionalism and performance.
- Reduced crime rates by establishing an intelligence-led policing model.
- Spearheaded successful recruitment campaigns, attracting highly qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds to join the force.
- Effectively managed crisis situations utilizing negotiation skills along with tactical command thus mitigating threats posed to public safety.
- Increased staff retention by providing opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and career advancement within the department.
Police Sergeant (Retired)
Cuyahoga Community College Metro Campus
09.1977 - 07.2009
- Supervised and coordinated daily operations of patrol shifts of up to 80 officers.
- Served as mentor and role model for the patrol division.
- Accompanied police officers during shifts to evaluate performance and resolve incorrect behaviors.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members.
- Enhanced officer safety through the development of comprehensive training programs and ongoing performance evaluations.
- Mentored new officers, promoting culture of continuous learning and professional development within department.
- Directed traffic enforcement initiatives, significantly reducing number of road accidents in high-risk areas.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Managed personnel schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for shifts while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Community Policing Events
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH05.2014
High School Diploma -
East High
Cleveland, OH06.1975
Skills
- Procedural knowledge
- Law Enforcement
- Law Enforcement Expertise
- Special Events Coordination
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Community Engagement
- Media Relations
Affiliations
- N.O.B.L.E. National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives
Certification
Numerous certification in the Law Enforcement profession and Homeland Security.
MMA Judge for the State of Ohio
Timeline
Chief of Police (Retired)
The Village of Woodmere
07.2010 - 07.2024
Police Sergeant (Retired)
Cuyahoga Community College Metro Campus
09.1977 - 07.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Cuyahoga Community College
High School Diploma -
East High