Thomas M. Pate
Mantua
Summary
Known for integrity and professionalism under pressure, I excel in building community trust and maintaining situational awareness in high-stakes environments. Committed to service and safety, I effectively resolve conflicts and enhance public safety.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Patrol Officer III
Village of Moreland Hills
05.2015 - Current
- Investigate incidents and crimes, collect evidence, and record witness statements.
- Monitor crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Patrol designated areas in a vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues and identify suspicious activity.
- Obtain information from arrested subjects and document it in written reports to be presented to the prosecutor's office.
- Conduct searches of individuals, vehicles, and premises.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations per the Ohio Revised Code and the Village of Moreland Hills Codified Ordinance.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Participate in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving, and arrest technique training.
- Maintain excellent rapport and foster relationships with the community to build trust and improve communication.
- Serve as Officer-In-Charge to assist the department in meeting operational scheduling needs.
- Active member of Valley Enforcement Group Accident Investigation Unit as Level 4 Accident Reconstructionist. Document crash and environmental conditions to prepare documentation of incident for further investigative purposes and use in pending litigation as appropriate.
Deputy Sheriff
Summit County Sherriff's Office
03.2002 - 05.2015
Education
University of Akron Police Academy
Akron, OHSkills
- Integrity, honesty, reliability
- Service oriented
- Professionalism in stressful circumstances
- First Aid, CPR, Stop-the-Bleed
- Accident scene documentation and reconstruction
- Analytical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making
- Ability to remain calm in emergencies in the public eye
- Interpersonal communication and conflict resolution
- Ability to maintain situational awareness in high-consequence situations
Timeline
Patrol Officer III
Village of Moreland Hills
05.2015 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
Summit County Sherriff's Office
03.2002 - 05.2015
University of Akron Police Academy