Thomas McNichols
Chicago,IL
Summary
Driven, highly-decorated law enforcement professional with 19 years experience in criminal investigation, legal considerations, and emergency response services. Effective at collaborating with fellow law enforcement professionals in high conflict situations to achieve objectives. Technology savvy and highly adaptable to any work environment. Having been employed with the Chicago Police Department for 19 years as a patrol officer, I've worked in multiple police districts: 014, 016, 024 and 025 and several units including 311/911 call center and the Michigan Ave Foot Patrol. Also, having been employed with the Merrionette Park Police Department as a detective in their Investigations Unit, I've utilized investigation skills and police knowledge to become an principal part of their Detective Unit. I have developed a professional and positive relationship with both supervisors and fellow officers within both departments. As both a law enforcement officer and detective, I am skilled at dealing with the general public and handling high-stress situations and emotionally disturbed persons: including domestic violence and child abuse victims. I possess situational awareness and integrity, as well as a dedication to safety. As a resourceful police officer, I am focused on maintaining law, order and public safety. Experienced in protecting people and property and promoting positive community relations. Able to work well and productively either by myself or in a team capacity. I excel at report writing and courtroom testimony.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
12
12
Certification
Work History
Police Detective
Village Of Merrionette Park
Merrionette Park, IL
09.2021 - Current
- Investigated reported crimes and offenses.
- Processed, verified and utilized tips to initiate speedy resolutions for investigations.
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses and complainants.
- Conducted thorough investigations into felony and misdemeanor crimes to help develop strong criminal cases.
- Collected witness statements and identified persons of interests.
- Reviewed detective case reports for accuracy, integrity and completeness.
- Preserved evidence for court hearings and checked integrity of individual pieces.
- Appeared in court and testified under oath in both felony and misdemeanor cases.
Police Officer
City of Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
01.2003 - Current
- Actively patrolled assigned areas to prevent, detect and investigate crimes and arrest suspects.
- Answered calls involving domestic violence, traffic violations, disturbances, felonies and other misdemeanors.
- Investigated crime scenes, identified and interrogated over a hundreds suspects to establish motive of crime, among other aspects of police investigation.
- Conducted thorough investigations of over a hundred traffic accidents and traffic related incidents.
- Demonstrated sound judgement while under pressure, including life-threatening situations, to maintain safety for people and property.
- Demonstrated knowledge of City, State and Federal laws while interacting with community members and suspects.
- Participated in community programs, reducing distrust between law enforcement offices and local community members.
- Acted as acting-FTO (Field Training Officer) to dozens of PPO's.
- While working lock-up, secured dozens of prisoners, inventoried arrestee property, and processed mug shots and fingerprints.
- As a licensed paramedic, I've used skills and life saving techniques on dozens of victims and citizens before ambulances can arrive on scene.
Education
60 Credit Hours - Psychology
Wright College
Chicago, IL.2003
Paramedic License (exp) - Paramedic
Malcolm X / Chicago Fire Dept.
Chicago, IL.2001
Illinois Certified Police Officer - Law Enforcement
Harold Washington College
Chicago, IL.Skills
- 19 years of municipal law enforcement experience
- Situational awareness
- Calm in emergency situations and sound judgement while under pressure
- Strong interrogation techniques
- Impressive ability to interview victims, witnesses and offenders
- Strong report writing skills and experienced in court testimony
- Culturally-sensitive
- De-escalation techniques
- Gang culture understanding
- Works well either independently or as a team member
Awards
- Superintendent's Award of Valor for Bravery - May 9, 2007
- 6 Department Commendations
- 4 Life Saving Awards
- 2 FOP Life Saving Awards
- 016 District Officer of the Month- September 2016
- Officer Recognition Award-April 18, 2007
- HISLEA (Hispanic Illinois State Law Enforcement Association) - Irma Ruiz Award of Valor. (2007)
- 2 Distinguished Service Awards
- Presidential Election Deployment Award 2008
- Nato Summit Service Award
- 2004 Crime Reduction Award
- 2009 Crime Reduction Award
- 2019 Crime Reduction Award
- Problem Solving Award
- 40+ Honorable Mention Awards
- 15+ Compliment Letters from Citizens and Command Staff
Certification
- Chicago Police Academy (1,015 Hours)- 2003
- Illinois Licensed Paramedic - (EXP.)
- Illinois Hazardous Materials Awareness Course Certificate
- Terrorism Awareness and Response Academy
- Gang Awareness Training
- Mass Casualty Trauma Awareness Certificate
- Basic Trauma Life Support Certificate
- LEADS Certification
- TASER - Annual User Update
- Firearms Qualification Program
- Duquenois-Levine Reagent System #908 Marijuana Field Test Training Program
- Wicklander and Zulawski Interrogation Techniques
- Other Training and Certifications Available Upon Request
Timeline
Police Detective
Village Of Merrionette Park
09.2021 - Current
Police Officer
City of Chicago
01.2003 - Current
60 Credit Hours - Psychology
Wright College
Paramedic License (exp) - Paramedic
Malcolm X / Chicago Fire Dept.
Illinois Certified Police Officer - Law Enforcement
Harold Washington College
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