Veronica Ruffin
Florissant,MO
Summary
Police Officer highly effective at taking leadership direction from superiors as well as mentoring junior officers. Believes that willingness to learn and emphasis on teamwork are essential qualities of successful law enforcement officers. Focused on maintaining strong relationships with coworkers and community. Quick-thinking Police Officer skilled in assessing risks and making critical decisions under pressure. Trained in crisis management, defensive tactics and appropriate use of different techniques. Dedicated to minimizing use of force and maximizing positive outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
SLMPD
St Louis, MO
07.2001 - Current
- Maintained order during civil disturbances or protests.
- Attended training sessions to maintain proficiency in law enforcement techniques.
- Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
- Organized crime scene investigation, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
- Performed searches for missing persons using a variety of investigative methods.
- Ensured compliance with local laws by performing periodic safety inspections of businesses.
- Developed positive relationships with members of the community through outreach programs.
- Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.
- Utilized various technologies including computers, cameras, and radar guns to complete job duties.
- Investigated suspicious persons or activities to determine if criminal activity was present.
- Provided testimony in court when necessary concerning investigations conducted.
- Observed court proceedings related to cases involving police work.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
- Counseled victims of domestic violence regarding available resources and legal options.
- Educated youth groups about the dangers of drug abuse and gang violence.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Advised citizens on safety precautions and preventive measures against crime.
- Monitored radio transmissions from dispatch regarding reported crimes or emergencies.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Communicated with victims, suspects and witnesses to gather and provide information regarding criminal events.
- Operated mobile data terminals from patrol vehicles to obtain criminal records on-scene.
- Patrolled assigned areas both on foot and in motor vehicles, maintaining awareness and providing valuable community surveillance.
- Executed law enforcement patrol functions in assigned locations for extended periods of time.
- Issued traffic tickets and wrote incident reports according to commissioner specifications.
- Interviewed witnesses and victims to determine critical details relevant to each case.
- Directed traffic at high-volume special events for public safety and order.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
- Responded promptly to activated alarms for fires and burglaries.
- Subdued resisting subjects with defensive tactics and approved nonlethal weapons.
- Pursued fleeing suspects on foot and in varying terrain.
- Documented observations and actions by radioing information and completing reports.
- Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
- Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects to conduct thorough criminal investigations.
- Monitored and investigated suspicions persons and situations and unusual activities.
- Partnered with team members to implement service initiatives and achieve team objectives.
- Eliminated process discrepancies and accurately investigated felony-level property and violent crimes while preparing, submitting and aiding district attorney prosecution cases.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
- Maximized data collection accuracy scores by recording, storing and analyzing security information with zero discrepancies.
- Exceeded specific team goals and resolved issues by partnering with colleagues to share and implement service initiatives.
- Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
- Supported future criminal cases by preparing detailed and accurate reports related to accidents, crime disturbances and complaints.
- Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.
- Supported positive relationships between community leaders and general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens and visitors.
- Maintained safe and secure environments for court proceedings.
- Strengthened operational efficiencies and traceability by developing organizational deployment material filing systems for confidential employee records and reports.
- Saved time through effective emergency issue resolution.
- Strengthened traceability by developing organization systems for criminal prosecution case logs, records, reports and agendas.
- Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings and varied incidents.
- Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.
- Rendered assistance to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries or medical crises.
- Patrolled designated to identify criminal activities, issue citations, prevent incidents and serve warrants.
- Recorded facts and prepared reports to document incidents and activities for later use in court cases and legal records.
Education
High School Diploma -
Parkway North STL
12860 Fee Fee Rd05-1995
Skills
- Traffic Laws
- Community Engagement
- Defense and Arrest Tactics (DAAT)
- Traffic direction
- Legal Compliance
- Surveillance expert
Timeline
Police Officer
SLMPD
07.2001 - Current
High School Diploma -
Parkway North STL