Police Officer Recruit
Rochester Police Department
Rochester, NY
12.2024 - 04.2025
- Operated radar equipment in order to detect speeding vehicles on highways and roads.
- Conducted investigations of criminal activities, interviewed witnesses, collected evidence and wrote reports.
- Responded to emergency situations involving hazardous materials or weapons of mass destruction.
- Observed routine safety practices when handling firearms and other dangerous weapons.
- Attended various training sessions pertaining to law enforcement procedures, tactics and regulations.
- Interviewed suspects under interrogation while following all applicable laws regarding Miranda rights.
- Patrolled assigned areas on foot or by vehicle in order to observe any suspicious activity or persons.
- Investigated cases of domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, elder abuse, financial crimes, frauds, thefts and homicides.
- Performed traffic enforcement duties, including issuing citations and warnings, directing traffic, and responding to calls for service.
- Attended court proceedings as a representative of the police department.
- Provided assistance to victims of crime or accidents.
- Intervened in potentially violent situations using verbal de-escalation techniques whenever possible.
- Participated in community service projects, reinforcing the importance of civic responsibility and leadership.
- Supported sworn officers by taking police reports regarding minor incidents from citizens.
- Fostered a culture of respect and inclusivity within the cadet corps, promoting teamwork and mutual support.
- Prepared and issued parking citations to vehicles parked illegally.
- Received emergency and non-emergency telephone calls from public for police, fire or other services.
- Underwent survival training, enhancing resilience and adaptability in challenging environments.
- Assisted police officers with non-emergency calls and general community relations.
- Arranged for towing and storage or impound of abandoned vehicles.
- Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.
