Tyler Locke
Petaluma
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with extensive experience at three separate law enforcement agencies excelling in criminal investigations and team leadership. Proven track record in evidence collection and crisis management, fostering community relations while ensuring public safety. Adept at mentoring recruits and enhancing operational efficiency through strategic training and development initiatives. Dedicated and results-driven Police Corporal with 8 years of law enforcement experience, including 1.5 years as a Detective and extensive work as a Field Training Officer (FTO), crisis negotiator, drone operator, and acting supervisor. Known for strong leadership, thorough investigative skills, and a proactive approach to community policing. Committed to upholding departmental integrity, developing officers through effective mentorship, and ensuring public safety through diligence and professionalism.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Corporal
Petaluma Police Department
Petaluma, CA
12.2023 - Current
- Serve as a patrol team leader responsible for supervising officers during shifts, providing guidance, and ensuring adherence to departmental policies and procedures.
- Act in a supervisory capacity during absences of ranking officers, overseeing daily operations, shift briefings, and critical incident management.
- Conduct regular training and evaluation of new recruits as a Field Training Officer, ensuring readiness and compliance with department standards.
- Facilitate professional development within the unit, offering coaching and performance feedback.
- Maintain high standards in field operations including arrests, traffic enforcement, and community engagement.
Detective
Oakley Police Department
Oakley, CA
11.2020 - 12.2023
- Conducted thorough investigations to gather evidence and analyze information.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to coordinate crime scene management.
- Interviewed witnesses and suspects to extract critical information for case resolution.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting investigative findings and methodologies.
- Managed investigations involving theft, narcotics, assault, and other major crimes, from initial report to case closure.
- Conducted interviews and interrogations, collected and analyzed evidence, and prepared comprehensive investigative reports.
- Collaborated with prosecutors and testified in court, ensuring successful case outcomes.
- Utilized surveillance techniques and tactical coordination for complex cases requiring discretion and follow-through.
Police Officer
Novato Police Department
Novato, CA
05.2018 - 11.2020
- Enforced local laws and ordinances, ensuring community safety and compliance.
- Conducted thorough investigations of incidents, gathering evidence and witness statements.
- Collaborated with community organizations to foster public trust and enhance crime prevention efforts.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Implemented community outreach programs, promoting engagement between law enforcement and residents.
- Analyzed crime data trends to inform patrol strategies and resource allocation decisions.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
JFK University
Pleasant Hill, CACertificate of Completion - Criminal Justice
Diablo Valley College
Pleasant Hill, CA06-2016
Skills
- Criminal Investigations & Case Management
- Leadership & Team Development
- Field Training & Mentorship
- Evidence Collection & Chain of Custody
- Report Writing & Court Testimony
- Crisis Management & De-escalation
- Patrol Operations & Incident Response
- Interagency Collaboration
- Community Policing & Public Relation
- Defensive tactics
- Patrol procedures
- Undercover operations experience
- Firearms proficiency
- First aid and CPR
- Evidence collection
- Investigative techniques
- Suspect identification
- Conflict de-escalation
- Workload balancing
- Physical restraint
- Firearms training
- Active shooter training
- Police reports
- Policy enforcement
Timeline
Police Corporal
Petaluma Police Department
12.2023 - Current
Detective
Oakley Police Department
11.2020 - 12.2023
Police Officer
Novato Police Department
05.2018 - 11.2020
No Degree - Criminal Justice
JFK University
Certificate of Completion - Criminal Justice
Diablo Valley College