Steven Chaney
Logan,NM
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with extensive experience at the Logan Police Department and Region V Drug Task Force. Expert in undercover operations and crime scene processing, successfully reducing criminal activity through proactive engagement. Proven ability to manage informants and execute search warrants, while demonstrating strong negotiation skills in high-pressure situations.
Experienced with public safety and law enforcement procedures, focusing on maintaining order and protecting citizens. Utilizes strategic problem-solving and effective communication to handle diverse situations. Track record of building strong community relationships and ensuring compliance with legal standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
Quay County Sheriff's Office
05.2025 - Current
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
- Conducted thorough investigations of incidents, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, minimizing risks to public safety.
- Served warrants efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to legal guidelines and procedures.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies for joint operations, resulting in improved efficiency and effectiveness.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
Narcotics Agent
Region V Drug Task Force
10.2023 - Current
- Documented drug transactions to gather evidence and complete undercover investigations.
- Conducted multi-scope research into suspects to determine criminal activities and suspect operating environments.
- Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing, and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
- Secured search warrants to investigate scenes of crimes and collect evidence.
- Enhanced intelligence gathering capabilities by developing strong relationships with informants and utilizing various surveillance techniques.
Police Officer
Logan Police Department
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
On-Call Detective
Tucumcari Police Department
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Prioritized multiple active cases efficiently by continually reassessing urgency levels based on emerging factors such as public safety concerns or new leads.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while sharing vital intelligence with appropriate colleagues for effective case resolution.
- Interviewed suspects and witnesses using skilled interrogation techniques for gathering crucial information related to investigations.
- Coordinated crime scene searches methodically for comprehensive evidence collection ensuring no critical elements are missed.
Police Officer
Tucumcari Police Department
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
Security Forces Supervisor
United States Air Force
05.2017 - 05.2023
- Managed critical incidents effectively, coordinating resources and executing appropriate response plans.
- Improved overall security posture, conducting thorough risk assessments and addressing vulnerabilities effectively.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to enhance overall community safety and establish strong partnerships.
- Reviewed incident reports thoroughly, identifying patterns or trends needing pro-active attention.
- Mentored junior Security Forces personnel, fostering professional growth and development.
- Increased team efficiency by optimizing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage at all times.
- Implemented robust access control systems, minimizing unauthorized entry into secured areas.
- Observed CCTV cameras to detect potential threats and respond accordingly.
- Identified and reported suspicious activity to prevent security incidents.
- Investigated incidents and wrote detailed reports for superior review.
- Intervened in potentially violent situations to maintain personnel safety.
- Trained and mentored junior special forces personnel to apply principles of mission planning, operational security and field skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security
American Public University
Charles Town, WV01-2027
Certification - Emergency Medicine Technician Basic
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM12-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL06-2022
Skills
- Undercover operations
- Crime scene processing
- Hostage negotiations
- Drug identification
- Informant management
- Search warrant execution
Accomplishments
- Earned a life-saving medal in 2023.
- Earned Officer of the Quarter in 2023.
Certification
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
- Intoxilyzer 9000 Key Operator
- Radar Instructor
- Stop the Bleed Instructor
- General Instructor
- Field Training Officer
- Street Cop Training Interdiction Academy
- Desert Snow Narcotics & Terrorist Interdiction Workshop
- Triple I Solutions Smugglers Inc
- NM HIDTA Mid-Level Narcotic Investigations
- PLET Basic Narcotic Investigation
- NCTC Mexican Drug Cartel Investigations
- NCTC Managing Narcotics Informants
- WRCTC Illicit Drug Manufacturing
- Street Cop Training Pro-Active Patrol Tactics
- Tactical Attorney Advanced Search and Seizure
- Basic Crisis Negotiation
- Crisis Intervention Team
- A.R.I.D.E
- ALERRT Active Shooter 1
- Desert Defender Tier 1
- Airman Leader School
- Interview and Interrogation Techniques
- Street Cop Training Case Law and Report Writing
- FLETC Human Trafficking Awareness
- Homefront Protective Group Death Investigations
- PLET Human Trafficking
- BCSO Field Investigator
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
Quay County Sheriff's Office
05.2025 - Current
Police Officer
Logan Police Department
04.2024 - 05.2025
Narcotics Agent
Region V Drug Task Force
10.2023 - Current
On-Call Detective
Tucumcari Police Department
07.2023 - 04.2024
Police Officer
Tucumcari Police Department
03.2023 - 04.2024
Security Forces Supervisor
United States Air Force
05.2017 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security
American Public University
Certification - Emergency Medicine Technician Basic
University of New Mexico
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Community College of The Air Force
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