William Congiusti

Serving a community of approximately 5,000 residents across 10 square miles in LaSalle County, IL

• Officer-in-Charge on numerous shifts, utilizing seniority to manage incidents, make critical decisions, and escalate situations to senior officers when necessary.
• Respond to calls for service, property crimes (theft, burglary, fraud) and violent crimes (batteries, domestic violence, home invasions).
• Investigate criminal incidents, gather evidence, interview victims, and secure written or verbal statements.
• Conduct arrests based on probable cause, ensuring compliance with the Illinois criminal code.
• Locate and apprehend individuals with outstanding warrants.
• Perform traffic enforcement, issuing citations or warnings for traffic violations and investigating DUI offenses.
• Recover illegal narcotics and firearms during routine traffic stops.
• Complete detailed police reports (100+ annually), documenting incidents, arrests, investigations, and actions taken.
• Perform life-saving interventions, including CPR and first aid, during medical emergencies.
• Mental Health Crisis Response: Effectively communicate with individuals in crisis, providing support and coordinating with mental health professionals for appropriate care.
• Building security & surveillance: Conduct routine building checks to identify and address suspicious activity.
• Collaborate with neighboring law enforcement agencies to assist in suspect apprehension and shared criminal investigations.
• Testify in court, providing clear and accurate testimony in criminal cases.
• Initiated over 200 proactive actions in one year, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and the ability to take independent initiative.
• Participated in community events to strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the public, promoting trust and positive engagement.

• Ensured security of a designated residential area, performing regular patrols and monitoring access points.
• Logged visitors and contractors, maintaining accurate records for site access and compliance.
• Monitored surveillance cameras to detect and prevent unauthorized activity, ensuring site safety.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization of the guard house, ensuring a professional and efficient work environment.
• Reported suspicious activity promptly to authorities or supervisors, contributing to a proactive security approach.

• Performed lawn care maintenance, including mowing grass, trimming weeds, and irrigating lawns and gardens to ensure a well-kept appearance.
• Maintained flower beds by planting, pruning, mulching, and removing weeds to enhance park aesthetics.
• Collected and disposed of garbage and debris to keep parks clean and inviting for visitors.
• Inspected and repaired playground equipment and park facilities to ensure safety and functionality.
• Prepared and maintained athletic fields, ensuring proper line marking, turf health, and overall playability.
• Operated and maintained landscaping equipment, including mowers, trimmers, and blowers, to perform groundskeeping tasks efficiently.
• Utilized heavy equipment, such as dump trucks, to transport trees, dirt, and mulch for large-scale landscaping projects.

• Restocked shelves efficiently, ensuring products were properly organized and displayed according to store guidelines.
• Bagged groceries and provided courteous assistance to customers, including carrying items to their vehicles when needed.
• Maintained a clean and organized store environment by sweeping, sanitizing surfaces, and managing spills.
• Assisted customers in locating products, providing excellent customer service and product knowledge.
• Monitored and recorded fridge and freezer temperatures throughout shifts to ensure food safety compliance.
• Supported store closing procedures, including organizing shelves, cleaning, and preparing for the next business day.