Steven Dunkerley

The incumbent serves as a Police Officer carrying out responsibilities where most work is performed on Veterans Affairs Departmental properties, which includes any properties owned, leased, or licensed to VA. Major duties include, but are not limited to:

• Provides services routinely at all segments of the Memphis VA Medical facilities.
• Protects Veterans, volunteers, and others on Departmental property, U.S. officials, other individuals, and him or herself during any given situation against threats to personal safety when force becomes necessary to enforce laws and regulations.
• Protects Veterans, employees and visitors sensitive and protected medical information from unauthorized release or unauthorized use where prohibited by law and or policy as guided by the privacy officer, FOIA, HIPPA, etc.
• Carries firearms and other VA approved weapons, intervenes when necessary to deescalate situations and determines when and how much force must be applied.
• Advises individuals of their rights, and protects the constitutional and civil rights of persons.
• Conducts investigations with a nexus to VA, prisoner transports, patient search and recovery, life-saving efforts, disaster response and recovery, asset protection during transit, training, and other matters.
• Identifies and preserves evidence, writes comprehensive incident reports, prepares case files and testifies in court as it pertains to enforcing laws and regulations.
• Provides patrol in vehicles and/or by foot .
• Detects and intervenes in criminal activity; responds to calls for police assistance, irregularities, and unusual or suspicious circumstances.
• Investigates incidents and takes steps to mitigate further risk and resolve situations.
• Performs drug and contraband intervention techniques and provides training to those areas where contraband identification and knowledge is imperative for the staff.
• Participates in the suicide prevention program and intervenes when needed to deescalate active suicidal behavior and/or prevents suicides.
• Operates specialized vehicles and equipment in support of law enforcement and security operations.
• Enforces traffic rules and regulations, including those related to speeding and reckless operation of vehicles while impaired or intoxicated.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Maintained current understanding of local, state and federal guidelines for emergency response.
• Built and strengthened relationships with area governments, departments and agencies to manage effective planning and implementation of emergency response strategies.
• Kept informed of activities or changes that could affect likelihood of emergencies, factors that could affect response efforts and details of plan implementation.
• Inspected facilities and equipment such as emergency management centers and communications equipment to determine operational and functional capabilities in emergency situations.
• Reviewed operational plans from other locations to identify options for local systems.
• Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Stayed up to date on federal, state and local regulations governing emergency response plans.
• Developed and implemented emergency management plans to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Coordinated the development of emergency response procedures and protocols for various hazard scenarios.
• Reviewed incident command structure documents for accuracy prior to implementation during an emergency situation.
• Maintained contact with local government agencies regarding emergency management activities.
• Updated emergency preparedness resource materials plan to comply with federal and state regulations.

• Assigned to serve and protect college community and properties owned and/or lease by the college. Maintaining security and safety of persons and property ; identifying, reporting and documentation of potential security and safety concerns; being observant and responding to unlawful/concerning activities and emergencies on campus ; maintains good public relations by assisting others as a source of information and direction; assisting in evacuation of buildings and enforcing Butler County Community College polices
• Conduct and document both preliminary and follow up investigations
• Respond and provide aid for a variety of motorist assist situations
• Direct and Control traffic as necessary
• Provide Medical assistance as needed
• Patrol all areas of the college on foot, by vehicle, and/or bicycle
• Lock, unlock and secure campus buildings
• Provide assistance with delivery of emergency messages, escorts and transport of money and/or documents
• Parking enforcement
• Inspected suspicious activities and monitored premises for criminal acts and rule infractions
• Performed cash drops while maintaining security and control of drop box
• Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns

• Protect life and property, maintain peace and order, control and prevent crime, uphold and enforcement of college regulation and standards of conduct.
• Supervise routine departmental activities and maintain department standards of performance.
• Investigate all suspicious or strange vehicles, people, or situations.
• Respond to all calls for assistance, emergencies, and fire alarms.
• Investigate criminal incidents and safety concerns.
• Complete verity of different reports as needed.
• Open and secure campus buildings.
• Secure grounds by foot or vehicle to ensure safe environment for students, facility, and visitors.
• Assist in directing traffic and parking.
• Responsible for maintaining and servicing twenty-three A.E.D and stop the bleed kits on campus.
• Safety committee member that oversees safety concerns, hazards and building inspections on campus for three thousand students and 500 staff and faculty members
• Maintain emergency medical supplies , emergency response bags and mass casualty bags
• Training faculty, staff and students in C.P.R. First Aid and fire extinguisher training
• Implement special event coverage and preparations.
• Provide armed response to campus incidents and protective services as assigned.
• Applied principles of law enforcement and fire protection.
• Safely used firearms and other modern medical and police equipment.
• Notified emergency personnel of incidents and accidents requiring medical assistance and aid.
• Provided for public safety by maintaining order, protecting people and property and promoting good community relations.
• Established and maintained effective working relationships with city staff leaders, outside organizations and general public to provide optimal service and protection.
• Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
• Rendered aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.
• Established working relationship with local Fire Departments for Pre Incident action plan

• Responsible for safety of emergency personal operating on emergency incidents.
• Establishing incident command system, directing and emergency decision making for emergency personal, promoting fire prevention and safety education, proper report writing and documentation.
• Responding to all emergencies when called upon.
• Scheduling training and maintains certifications and licenses of personal and department.
• Oversee and develop training programs.
• Teach, mentor, and monitor new employees and programs.
• Developed Pre Incident action response plans and health safety plans, trained 50 crew members to meet rigorous safety expectations
• Established personnel qualifications and coordinated onboarding activities
• Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness
• Developed and implemented effective lesson plans to cover necessary material
• Identified training needs and planned classes accordingly
• Developed lesson plans, instructional materials and written practice tests for Fire and Rescue training courses

• Responsible for security of Facility and controlling all resident movement.
• Maintained resident Logbook and Daily Activity Logbook.
• Conducted searches of inmates, belongings, and rooms.
• Administered both Breathalyzer and Urinalysis Tests.
• Issued misconducts and criminal charges when necessary
• Conducted resident counts, fire drills and other fire safety measures.
• Secure transport of inmates.
• Supervised residents in housekeeping and sanitation.
• Participated in Accreditation process.
• Responsible for various other reports on individual basis depending on their assignments.
• Participated in all other related duties as designated by Center Director and/or Security Lieutenant.
• Provided care, custody, and control to residents.
• Managed over 25 residents
• Managed out going mail, incoming phone calls, documentation for parole, home plans for reintegration into community
• Effectively communicated orally and in writing.

• Maintain Safety and Security of at-risk youth.
• Implementing Behavioral Modification Program, which includes but not limited to behavioral assessments, daily behavioral assessments, monitoring and documentation of said progress for court records for placement determinations.
• Supervise social, cultural, and community activities.
• Provide life space counseling and crisis intervention.
• Teach daily basic living skills.
• Interact as treatment team member to develop and maintain structure of therapeutic community.
• Ensure health, safety, and well-being of all staff and residents.
• Coordinating medical care of residents or employees by notifying medical staff of any emergencies.
• Coordinating and supervising search for any absconded youth.
• Check campus and buildings for safety and security.
• Assisted in development of disaster preparedness procedures
• Assisted in fire safety and prevention program for over 500 employees

• Maintain safety and security of locked male and female detention home.
• Group Counseling.
• Secure Transportation of youth to court or medical facility.
• Engage in Safe crisis management and 1 to 1 custody.
• Created and facilitated recreation and education activities for youths to engage in groups in safe environment
• Applied crisis intervention methods to de-escalate potentially dangerous scenarios
• Oversaw day-to-day activities of residents in secured facility
• Worked with clients to improve life choices and maximize benefits of programs