Stephen Johnson
Brewster,OH
Summary
Dynamic Police Sergeant with extensive experience supervising patrol officers and managing community outreach programs. Proven skills in incident investigation and conflict resolution, committed to enhancing public safety and fostering strong community relationships.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1993
1993
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Sergeant, Patrol
Jackson Township Police Department
Massillon, Ohio
12.1994 - Current
- Supervised patrol officers during daily operations and ensured adherence to protocols.
- Conducted investigations into incidents and gathered evidence for case files.
- Coordinated community outreach programs to enhance public safety awareness.
- Reviewed reports submitted by officers for accuracy and completeness before filing.
- Evaluated and advised police officers and other personnel.
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of patrol officers; implemented departmental policies and procedures.
- Coordinated daily shift assignments; monitored radio frequencies to respond to emergencies and dispatches.
- Investigated complaints against police officers regarding alleged misconduct or policy violations; prepared reports on findings of investigations.
- Developed and maintained effective working relationships with law enforcement agencies, community groups, and other organizations.
- Responded to calls for service; conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of criminal activity or accidents.
- Enforced traffic laws and issued citations when necessary; provided assistance during special events requiring crowd control or security measures.
- Reviewed case files for accuracy prior to submission for prosecution purposes; provided court testimony when necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Kent State University
Kent, Ohio, OH 09.1989 - 05.1993
Louisville High School
Louisville, OHSkills
- Incident investigation
- Community outreach
- Policy enforcement
- Report evaluation
- Officer supervision
- Emergency response
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Leadership development
- Attention to detail
- Ethical decision making
- Criminal investigation
- Nonlethal force apprehension
- Conflict de-escalation
- Suspect identification
- Police reports
- Community patrol
- Evidence collection
- Criminal law
- Firearms proficiency
- Active shooter training
- Investigative techniques
- Crime prevention
- Community oriented policing
- Computer-aided dispatch
- Firearms training
- Courtroom testimony
Certification
- Over 2,000 hours in additional criminal justice training including supervision, investigations and legal updates. *Certificates available upon request
Accomplishments
- Perfect attendance certificate for multiple years as police officer
- Two (2) Merit awards for service during police career
Affiliations
- Involved in Outreach Ministry at my church (Faith Community Fellowship- Massillon, Ohio) as monthly volunteer
- My physical fitness is a top priority with 3 hours of exercising at the YMCA each week.
- Participates in hiking and outdoor activities
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Police Sergeant, Patrol
Jackson Township Police Department
12.1994 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Kent State University
09.1989 - 05.1993
Louisville High School