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Steven Chavez

Pueblo West,CO

Summary

I have 9.4 years of law enforcement experience consisting of nearly 5 years working in a jail, nearly 4 years Patrol experience, and the remaining 1 year working as a Detective in an Investigations unit handling a variety of criminal cases. The Pueblo County Sheriff's Office honored me with Deputy of the year in 2015. I am an active S.W.A.T. team operator. I have attended many trainings some of which include a 40 hr Death and Homicide Investigation Class, 40 hr S.W.A.T. School with your agency (PPD), 40 hr gas munitions instructor through NTOA, 40 hr CIT class, 16 hr Aurora Colorado S.W.A.T. Certification for vehicle stops and bumper lock, completing all earning certification. I am a 2016 PLEA Graduate obtaining college credits and a POST Certification/completion. I have served my current agency (PCSO) to the best of my ability as well as the community of Pueblo County and the City of Pueblo. Honored with awards from PCSO for outstanding service. I strive to continue to serve my community as a Pueblo Police Officer if provided an opportunity and privilege. I am a quick learner and know I will succeed and be a good fit for the Pueblo Police Department.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Detective

Pueblo County Sheriff's Office Investigations Unit
Pueblo, CO
08.2021 - Current

* Ability work complex Criminal Investigations simultaneously

* Detail Oriented

* Ability to handle stress of duties and work

* Ability to write concise reports, affidavits, search warrants, 41.1, arrest-

warrants, etc...

* Ability to work alone and in teams excelling at both

* Availability for on call both through Investigations Unit and S.W.A.T. team.

* Opportunities to work Officer Involved CIT shooting investigations

* Interview and Interrogation

* 40 hour certification for Homicide/Death related Investigations

Patrol Deputy

Pueblo County Sheriff's Office
Pueblo, CO
11.2017 - 08.2021

* Excelled as a patrol deputy earning Patrol training officer

* Service to Community responding to all medical, 911 emergency, and non emergent calls for service.

* Ability to work with other law enforcement, Fire, and medical professionals as it pertained to job duties.

* Professionally communicating with public and efficiently working cases and completing reports.

* Ability to perform and effect arrest when needed even with non cooperating arrestees upholding the constitution and local policy.

* Ability to learn geographical locations for fast response times.

* Ability to work both proactive and reactive law enforcement duties.

* Familiarity with Colorado Revised Statues and traffic laws.

Detention Deputy

Pueblo County Sheriff's Office
Pueblo , CO
01.2013 - 11.2017

* Developed excellent communications skills learning to speak effectively with defendants and public.

* Ability to work all areas in the jail to include, floor deputy, property deputy, Intake and Reception Deputy, and Transportation deputy.

* Jail S.T.A.T. team member (Tactical response team for riots and uncooperative inmates).

* Evidence collection and fingerprint collection background.

Education

GED -

Pueblo Community College
Pueblo, CO
2009

No Degree - Law Enforcement Academy

Pueblo Community College
Pueblo, CO
08.2016 - 11.2016

Skills

Investigating crimes

  • Case Report Development
  • Report writing, affidavits, search warrants, etc
  • Tactical familiarity for high stress/danger (SWAT)
  • Patrol and Investigations experience background
  • Teamwork
  • Ethics and morals
  • Community policing
  • Ability to communicate well with all walks of life
  • Familiarity with crimes and court proceedings
  • Familiarity with crime scenes and preserving evidence
  • Attention to detail
  • Less lethal munitions instructor
  • Leadership
  • Problem solving

Daily Life Practices

I enjoy staying healthy and exercising and regularly go to the gym 4-5 plus days a week to make sure I stay Physically fit. I played High School sports which started my path to staying fit and have done so ever since. I enjoy working hard while at work but also take enjoyment getting out going hiking, camping, etc... to see the outdoors. I am a proud husband and father. My father Pastors at Praise Assembly of God Church here in Pueblo, CO which is also the church I attend. Attending here I have learned many life skills, ethics, and made community bonds surrounding myself with people who sharpen my skills and life practices.

Timeline

Detective

Pueblo County Sheriff's Office Investigations Unit
08.2021 - Current

Patrol Deputy

Pueblo County Sheriff's Office
11.2017 - 08.2021

No Degree - Law Enforcement Academy

Pueblo Community College
08.2016 - 11.2016

Detention Deputy

Pueblo County Sheriff's Office
01.2013 - 11.2017

GED -

Pueblo Community College
Steven Chavez