Tracy J. Polk
Oakhurst,NJ
Summary
A well rounded, reliable and experienced Police Officer (since 2006) and currently hold the position of Patrol Sergeant (since 2015). I understand the needs of this agency, the importance of managing/leading people and the responsibilities that come along with the position of Lieutenant. I look forward to this opportunity.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Patrol Sergeant
Shrewsbury Police Department
12.2015 - Current
- Constructively supervise/assist my squad members in any situation/investigation.
- Approval of reports
- Daily management of POSS schedule
- Provide any assistance needed personally/professionally to any member of this department to alleviate any issue they might have.
- Handle day to day tasks and assignments that this department needs to run effectively
- Stay current on 2C, Title 39, case law and AG Guidelines
Police Officer
Shrewsbury Police Department
07.2011 - Current
- Actively patrol assigned areas to prevent and detect crimes
- Enforce all traffic laws and ordinances
- Issue warnings and citations for traffic violations
- Investigate and report crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property
- Speak with citizens/children to establish rapport and become a familiar presence in the area
Police Officer
Long Branch Police Department
07.2006 - 02.2011
- Conducted preliminary investigations at the scenes of major crimes
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses
- Member of the Raid/Entry Team; performed several raids that led to the seizure of weapons and large quantities of narcotics
- Routinely worked in plain clothes with the Street Crimes Unit to address quality of life issues within the City of Long Branch
- Arrested over 600 people for a variety of crimes and offenses
Corrections Officer
Monmouth County Sheriff's Office
04.2006 - 07.2006
- Supervised up to 66 inmates for 8 hours at a time
- Solved conflicts in a constructive manner
- Inspected inmate cells for weapons/contraband
- Developed relationships with people who have a difficult time surviving alone socially.
Education
Associate Degree of Arts -
Ocean County College
1 College Drive Toms RiverSkills
- Extensive criminal law knowledge
- Handgun & Rifle Firearms Instructor
- Ability to run squads effectively, managing time and officers on it
- Constant positive attitude and ability to educate younger officers
- Report review/analysis
- Review new and current case law and Attorney General Guidelines
- Continuous training of defensive tactics & physical fitness
- Manage off duty scheduling, billing and work closely with the borough CFO and outside vendors for payments
Schools/Awards
- NJSACP Command and Leadership Graduate (2021)
- R.A.B. advanced Tactical Rifle and Handgun training
- 2x Firearms Award, Monmouth County Police Academy (MCPA), 2005/2006
- "All Around" Award MCPA 2006 (Highest PT, Academic, and Firearms scores combined)
- DEA Trap/Concealment School
- Search Warrant & Entry Techniques School
- Narcotics Investigation School
- Proactive Police Supervision School
- Street Survival Seminar
- Alcotest Operator School
- Department of Criminal Justice (DCJ) Firearms Instructor School
- DCJ Rifle Instructor School
- Methods of Instruction (MOI)
- Honorable Service Award from the Shrewsbury Police Department (County wire that produced over 30 arrests)
Timeline
Patrol Sergeant
Shrewsbury Police Department
12.2015 - Current
Police Officer
Shrewsbury Police Department
07.2011 - Current
Police Officer
Long Branch Police Department
07.2006 - 02.2011
Corrections Officer
Monmouth County Sheriff's Office
04.2006 - 07.2006
Associate Degree of Arts -
Ocean County College
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