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Steven Raiff

Brunswick,Ohio

Summary

Dedicated Police Supervisor with proven success at building high-performing teams and controlling crime. Productive and positive communicator with public and other law enforcement.

Seasoned Police Chief with thirty-four years of experience in law enforcement. Adept at budgeting, performing personnel management and operation management. Sound knowledge of security standards, policies and procedures.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief of Police

City of Broadview Heights
03.2020 - Current
  • Coordinated with law enforcement agencies to respond to security incidents and emergencies.
  • Researched and maintained current knowledge of security trends and technologies to apply best practices and strategies.
  • Liaised with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies to streamline investigation completion.
  • Effectively led investigations, ensured safety protocols were followed, and handled high-pressure situations.
  • Developed and implemented policies, procedures and systems to protect personnel, property and data.

Police Lieutenant

City of Broadview Heights
07.2013 - 03.2020
  • Educated staff members on proper field procedures to boost public trust in officers and efficiency.
  • Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
  • Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
  • Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss crime reduction strategies.
  • Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
  • Established and enforced employee performance policies.

Police Detective Sergeant

City of Broadview Heights
01.2005 - 07.2013
  • Marked off crime scenes and controlled access to protect evidence from tampering or loss.
  • Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution.
  • Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
  • Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
  • Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
  • Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.

Police Patrolman/Patrol Sergeant

City of Broadview Heights
01.1990 - 01.2005
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
  • Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
  • Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
  • Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
  • Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
  • Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Law Enforcement

Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH
03.1998

High School Diploma -

Parma Senior High School
Parma Ohio
06.1985

Skills

  • Intelligence Gathering
  • Community Engagement
  • Courtroom Testimony
  • Strategic leadership
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Performance Evaluation
  • Firearms Training
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Staff Discipline

Timeline

Chief of Police

City of Broadview Heights
03.2020 - Current

Police Lieutenant

City of Broadview Heights
07.2013 - 03.2020

Police Detective Sergeant

City of Broadview Heights
01.2005 - 07.2013

Police Patrolman/Patrol Sergeant

City of Broadview Heights
01.1990 - 01.2005

Associate of Applied Science - Law Enforcement

Cuyahoga Community College

High School Diploma -

Parma Senior High School
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