Darrell Shaw
Stevenson,WA
Summary
Police Officer with over 30 years of experience in law enforcement and training new recruit officers. Recognized consistently for performance excellence and contributions to success in the law enforcement industry. Strengths in deescalation and crisis intervention backed by annual in service training.. Enthusiastic law enforcement Officer eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of Oregon State laws and training in tactical skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in my future career..
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Oregon Health Sciences University
08.2021 - 08.2025
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
Portland Police Officer
Portland Police Bureau
12.1993 - 08.2021
- 23 years as a street patrol officer. A majority of my career was spent working in the Old Town area of downtown Portland
- Three Years assigned as an investigator with the Portland Police Bureau's Drugs and Vice Division. During this time I investigated drug related crimes and worked with others to address drug trafficking in the Portland metro area.
- I am a certified AR15 operator
- 15 years as a Field Training Officer where I trained new officers hired by the Portland Police Bureau.
- I have received multiple commendations and awards during my career including two Police medals, the Police Commendation medal and the Life Saving medal.
Combat Engineer
United States Army Reserve
07.1987 - 04.1995
- Located mines through both visual means and use of mine detectors, neutralizing all enemy threats and booby traps.
- Constructed floating bridges and temporary roadways to facilitate movement of large convoys of equipment and personnel to and from battle areas.
- Placed explosives and performed mine-sweeping activities on land.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance and explosives.
- I became an assistant squad leader and was promoted to sergeant E5
Instrument Technician
Speedometer Service Inc
12.1988 - 12.1993
- Conducted preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of metering instruments.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Resolved mechanical problems, improved operations and provided exceptional client support.
- While working with multiple people I was assigned and accomplished individual tasks in a timely manner.
Education
No Degree - Business Administration
Washington State University
Pullman, WANo Degree - Business Administration
Portland State University
Portland, ORSkills
- Advanced law enforcement certificate with BPSST
- Equity training
- AR15 operator annual training
- Crisis Intervention training
- Yearly in service training which included legal updates and policy and procedures
Timeline
Police Officer
Oregon Health Sciences University
08.2021 - 08.2025
Portland Police Officer
Portland Police Bureau
12.1993 - 08.2021
Instrument Technician
Speedometer Service Inc
12.1988 - 12.1993
Combat Engineer
United States Army Reserve
07.1987 - 04.1995
No Degree - Business Administration
Washington State University
No Degree - Business Administration
Portland State University
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