Stephen G. McQueen
Eagle River,AK
Summary
Accomplished Detective with the Anchorage Police Department, skilled in criminal investigations and trauma-informed interview techniques. Successfully led over a hundred felony cases, resulting in numerous arrests and guilty verdicts. Proficient in evidence collection and courtroom testimony, demonstrating strong case management and incident coordination abilities.
Overview
18
18
Certifications
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Detective
Anchorage Police Department
10.2023 - Current
- As a detective, I have conducted over a hundred felony-level criminal investigations. These investigations range from violent sexual assaults, domestic violence, and strangulations, to vehicle theft, and large-scale property crime offenses. The results of my investigations have led to the arrests of violent criminal offenders.
- Worked on interagency teams to conduct complex investigations, all while coordinating with the District Attorney's Office to ensure proper communication about arrest and prosecuting decisions is being made.
- I have conducted over a hundred victim and witness interviews, and conducted numerous suspect interrogations, resulting in accurate and helpful prosecuting statements, as well as suspect admissions to violent crimes.
- Coordinated and worked with victim-rights advocacy groups to help victims of violent crime receive resources and compensation.
- Familiar with the court and judicial process, I have testified in trials, grand juries, and civil cases, resulting in testimonies that have secured guilty verdicts for violent criminal offenders.
Police Officer
Anchorage Police Department
Anchorage, Alaska
06.2018 - 10.2023
- Conducted hundreds of criminal, civil, and traffic investigations, fostering positive police-community relations.
- Collaborated with interagency teams to execute complex criminal investigations across partner law enforcement organizations.
- Organized and conducted unit training for the organization, resulting in a better understanding of defensive tactics, firearm application, and patrol tactics. This resulted in the organization being better trained at handling critical incidents.
- Participated in community based events to better establish police community relations; in order to establish trust within the community.
- Worked as a Field Training Officer, training over 20 recruits on police tactics, policy and procedure, and how to be a safe and effective police officer.
- Was the lead drone operator for the Anchorage Police Department, resulting in the expansion of the Anchorage Police Department drone program.
Police Officer Recruit
Anchorage Police Department
Anchorage, Alaska
12.2017 - 06.2018
- Conducted over 1,000 hours of police recruit training, ranking in top 10 of academy graduates.
- Achieved proficiency in police officer tactics and safety procedures through participation in 20 reality-based training scenarios.
- Acquired comprehensive knowledge of department practices, procedures, and equipment via training sessions and mentorship.
- Developed skills in firearm use, defensive tactics, patrol tactics, and emergency vehicle operation for effective police operations.
- Graduated from the Anchorage Police Department Academy, earning a Basic Police Officer Certification approved by the Alaska Police Service Council.
Operations Manager
United States Army
Anchorage, USA
12.2015 - 12.2017
- Planned and resourced 20+ organizational training events for each quarter with cooperation from other department heads
- Briefed senior management weekly on future training coordination and periodic status updates
- Helped observe, mentor and resource a 3 week, high visibility, multi-agency, Alaskan Regional event aimed to demonstrate operational capabilities of the U.S. Army
- Conducted investigations regarding property disputes valued at over $7,600
- Collected and consolidated data from 5 departments to provide division head with a quarterly agency summary report of personnel, equipment, training, and calendar status
- Worked with co-workers to analyze organization objectives and develop subsequent department tasks
- Oversaw individual employee progression in diverse career fields while ensuring department cohesion and objective completion
- Provided quarterly performance reviews for subordinate employees
- Maintained 100% accountability and serviceability of department equipment and vehicles valued in excess of $1,000,000
- Conducted company property checks bi-monthly to ensure the organization’s resources were being properly stored and utilized correctly
Resource Projects Manager
United States Army
Anchorage, USA
04.2015 - 12.2015
- Analyzed data reports and advised on impacts to organization operations
- Planned and coordinated a high profile capabilities demonstration for visiting agency representatives
- Managed public relations with communities and entities outside of the organization
- Created budgets and managed organizations resources to ensure funds were being utilized appropriately. Managed accounts with excess of $50,000 in funds.
- Organized high publicity events including an organization event that incorporated 450 attendees
- Organized and resourced organization’s merchandise exceeding $50,000
Operations Trainee
United States Army
Columbus, USA
06.2014 - 03.2015
- Leveraged department assets for data collection and incorporated collected data in shaping team tasks
- Trained and proficient in both written and verbal communication skills; able to give clear and concise guidance to subordinates to ensure tasks are accomplished
- Trained in supply discipline techniques as well as maintenance procedures
Cadet Operations Manager
United States Army Reserve Officer Training Corps
San Francisco, USA
08.2013 - 01.2014
- Managed 80 personnel spanning in diversity as well as coordinated with outside organizations
- Provided technical training guidance to subordinate coordinators to incorporate in weekly organization operations
- Organized and resourced training events for 80 personnel on a weekly basis
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History and Military Science
University of San Francisco
San Francisco05.2014
Skills
- Criminal investigations
- Trauma informed interview techniques
- Evidence collection
- Interrogation techniques
- Courtroom testimony
- Case management
- Incident coordination
- Firearms proficiency
- Defensive tactics proficiency
- Emergency vehicle operation proficiency
- Patrol officer tactics proficiency
Awards And Decorations
- Army Achievement Medal for service and dedication, 07/01/16
- Distinguished Military Graduate for graduating top 20% of class, 05/01/14
- Legion of Valor Service Cross, 02/01/14
Volunteer Experience
- Kelseyville Youth Tennis Association, Volunteer, 03/01/13 - 05/01/13
- Lake County Search and Rescue, Volunteer, 06/01/08 - 05/01/10
Professional Organizations
- Military Officers Association of America, 2014 - Present
- Association of the United States Army, 2014 - Present
Summary Profile
- Proficient at identifying and addressing inefficient systems inside an organization
- Experienced in managing personnel and equipment
- Experienced in inter-agency coordination and community relations
- Knowledgeable in goal attainment incorporating team effort from teams of 10 to 300
- Qualified and possess a Security Clearance
Certification
FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot License- 2022- Current
Timeline
Detective
Anchorage Police Department
10.2023 - Current
Police Officer
Anchorage Police Department
06.2018 - 10.2023
Police Officer Recruit
Anchorage Police Department
12.2017 - 06.2018
Operations Manager
United States Army
12.2015 - 12.2017
Resource Projects Manager
United States Army
04.2015 - 12.2015
Operations Trainee
United States Army
06.2014 - 03.2015
Cadet Operations Manager
United States Army Reserve Officer Training Corps
08.2013 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - History and Military Science
University of San Francisco