Christopher Street
Memphis,TN
Summary
Police Officer with 23 years in law enforcement who is highly effective at taking leadership direction from superiors as well as mentoring junior officers. Believes that willingness to learn, emphasis on teamwork and improving law enforcement/community relations are essential qualities of successful law enforcement officers. Focused on maintaining strong relationships with coworkers and community members.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
City of Memphis
Memphis, TN
02.2001 - Current
- Organized crime scene investigation, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Investigated suspicious persons or activities to determine if criminal activity was present.
- Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.
- Developed positive relationships with members of the community through outreach programs.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
- Subdued resisting subjects with defensive tactics and approved nonlethal weapons.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
- Supported positive relationships between community leaders and general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens and visitors.
- Maintained order during civil disturbances or protests.
- Trained and mentored probationary officers and worked with Field Training Officer Coordinator to identify skills, problem areas and opportunities for staff development and improvement.
Empathic Listening and Cultural Diversity Trainer
City of Memphis
Memphis, TN
2016 - Current
- Conducted onboarding sessions to orientate new staff members about company policies and procedures.
- Organized and facilitated classroom workshops, webinars, and one-on-one coaching sessions.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to ensure accuracy of content being delivered to trainees.
- Facilitated group discussions between participants to promote active engagement in learning activities.
- Adapted teaching methods according to the needs of individual learners or groups.
- Recommended changes or improvements in existing training processes as needed.
- Encouraged open communication among participants by facilitating conversations around relevant topics related to course material.
- Worked with subject matter experts to validate relevancy of content.
- Participated and attended meetings or seminars to obtain information for use in training programs or to inform management of training program status.
- Used role playing, lectures and simulations to present information in variety of instructional techniques and formats.
- Maintained strong knowledge of empathetic listening and cultural humility by participating in workshops, conferences and online education classes.
Tillman Task Force
City of Memphis
Memphis, TN
2016 - 2022
- Investigated and documented criminal activity, including interviewing witnesses and suspects.
- Developed search warrants to gain access to premises or persons of interest.
- Provided expert testimony in court proceedings related to criminal cases.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to coordinate investigations.
- Followed up on leads provided by informants and other sources of information.
- Conducted surveillance operations to monitor suspect activities.
- Developed strategies for apprehending suspects involved in criminal cases.
- Analyzed complex data sets to identify patterns that could indicate criminal activity.
- Evaluated the credibility of witnesses and suspects during interviews.
- Participated in joint task forces focused on organized crime activities.
- Collected and analyzed intelligence information in relation to investigations.
Organized Crime Unit
City of Memphis2005
Memphis, TN
2005 - 2007
- Provided expert testimony in court proceedings related to criminal cases.
- Developed search warrants to gain access to premises or persons of interest.
- Created detailed reports documenting investigations and findings.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to coordinate investigations.
- Conducted surveillance operations to monitor suspect activities.
- Followed up on leads provided by informants and other sources of information.
- Conducted covert, undercover investigations to uncover ongoing crimes and crimes in progress.
- Interviewed suspects, informants and witnesses to gain clearer picture of criminal acts and collect statements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Bethel University
Mckenzie, TN09-2015
High School Diploma -
Craigmont High School
Memphis, TN06-1990
United States Army
United States Navy
Skills
- Community Engagement
- Cultural Awareness
- Criminal Law
- Advanced lethal weapons training
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Physical Fitness
- Community Relations
- Integrity and Honesty
- Psychological assessments understanding
- Exceptional problem solving
- Report Writing
- Human relations
- Community-Oriented Policing
- Conflict de-escalation
Accomplishments
- 2002 Life Saving Medal
- 2007 Precinct Officer of the Year Award
- Multiple Officer of the Month Awards
Certification
- 2003 Department of Defense Nonlethal Weapons Instructor
- 2005 John Reid Basic and Advanced Interview and Interrogation Course
- 2018 Patrol and Drug Interdiction Course
- 2023 Field Training Officer Course
- 2023 Crisis Intervention Team Course
- 2023 Instructor Development Course
Performing the Peace Facilitator and Leadership Circle Representative
- 2016 to present, work with Memphis based non-profit Playback Memphis to utilize the power of empathic listening and cultural diversity to bring together police officers and members of communities that have historically been impacted negatively by policing practices in the United States. Ongoing facilitator with Memphis Police as well as Shelby County Sheriff's Department for new recruit training. Ongoing facilitator with Princeton University for new student facilitator training.
Timeline
Police Officer
City of Memphis
02.2001 - Current
Empathic Listening and Cultural Diversity Trainer
City of Memphis
2016 - Current
Tillman Task Force
City of Memphis
2016 - 2022
Organized Crime Unit
City of Memphis2005
2005 - 2007
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Bethel University
High School Diploma -
Craigmont High School
United States Army
United States Navy