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Xac Vo

Belleville,IL

Summary

I am a dynamic and results-driven law enforcement professional with extensive experience as a patrolman, detective and IT specialist. I have a positive track record in criminal investigations and have exceptional team leadership skills. Through the years, I've collaborated with state, local and federal agencies, leading to significant arrests. In addition to my LE role, I'm also adept in IT troubleshooting which allows me the ability to enhance the work environment for my organization and peers. I'm known for fostering team collaboration and achieving operational goals. Furthermore, I'm reliable and adaptable with strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities. Skilled in crisis management and community engagement.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Police Detective

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
01.2018 - Current
  • Assisted victims of crimes by providing resources for support services and ensuring their rights were protected throughout the investigation process.
  • Versed in appropriate interview techniques to obtain crucial information for case resolution.
  • Collaborated with local, state and federal agencies on high-profile cases, resulting in successful arrests and convictions of dangerous criminals.
  • Solved complex criminal cases by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing critical thinking skills.
  • Trained junior officers on investigative techniques and best practices, contributing to a more skilled police force.
  • Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
  • Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to negate judicial uncertainty
  • Conducted surveillance operations for intelligence gathering, leading to successful apprehension of suspects.
  • Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
  • Instructed patrol officers on proper evidence collection procedures, ensuring the integrity of crime scenes for subsequent investigation by detectives.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
  • Developed strong relationships with community members, promoting trust and cooperation in law enforcement efforts.


As the SIUE Police Department IT Specialist:

  • Configured hardware, devices, and software to set up work stations for employees.
  • Managed hardware and software inventory, ensuring timely software updates and replacements as needed.
  • Instructed individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
  • Enhanced system efficiency by implementing and maintaining IT infrastructure upgrades.
  • Optimized network performance through regular monitoring and maintenance schedules.
  • Led migration projects to modernize legacy systems without disrupting daily operations or compromising security standards.
  • Patched software and installed new versions to eliminate security problems and protect data.
  • Implemented user access controls to minimize unauthorized access risks while preserving operational flexibility for authorized users.
  • Installed, configured and maintained computer systems and network connections.
  • Configured and tested new software and hardware.
  • Created user accounts and assigned permissions.
  • Assisted in implementing and developing training programs.

Department IT Specialist

Southwestern IL Visiting Nurse Association
01.2013 - 01.2018


  • Maintained a comprehensive knowledge of current industry trends, developments, tools, or techniques relevant to the role of an IT specialist.
  • Helped streamline repair processes and update procedures for support action consistency.
  • Monitored system performance to identify potential issues.
  • Researched and identified solutions to technical problems.
  • Installed, configured and maintained computer systems and network connections.


Nail Technician

Nail Tip
08.2010 - 01.2013


  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with customers to increase loyalty, trust and satisfaction.
  • Ensured a clean and sanitary workspace, adhering to industry hygiene standards and practices.
  • Educated clients on proper nail care maintenance, helping them extend the life of their treatments between appointments.

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Illinois Law Enforcement

Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL
05-2018

Bachelor of Arts - Religion

Samford University
Birmingham, AL
08-2012

Skills

  • Cultural awareness
  • Bilingual- English/Vietnamese
  • Courtroom testimony
  • Interviewing techniques
  • Writing complete and detailed reports
  • Team leadership skills
  • Criminal activity prevention and investigation
  • Judicial procedures knowledge
  • Criminal investigation coordination
  • IT troubleshooting
  • Software implementation
  • System upgrades
  • Project implementation
  • Web development
  • Customer service
  • System administration

Accomplishments

    Law Enforcement Achievements

  • Successfully supervised teams of 4-5 officers and a Telecommunicator as an upgraded Officer
  • Certified to build and implement covert camera systems
  • U.S. Secret Service Task Force Agent
  • Seasoned Field Training Officer
  • Certified Lead Homicide Investigator and Member of the St. Louis Major Case Squad
  • Experienced in white collar crimes involving bank fraud
  • Versed in court procedures and evidence collection surrounding bank fraud
  • Wrote and implemented the department evidence collection procedure
  • R.A.D. Instructor
  • IT related Achievements

  • Researched, tested and implemented new software to meet the demands of the employer
  • Experienced in Cellebrite data extraction, analysis and preservation
  • Versed in troubleshooting computer network/hardware issues
  • Preserved departmental funds by utilizing alternative solutions outside of procuring new devices

Timeline

Police Detective

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
01.2018 - Current

Department IT Specialist

Southwestern IL Visiting Nurse Association
01.2013 - 01.2018

Nail Technician

Nail Tip
08.2010 - 01.2013

Certificate of Technical Studies - Illinois Law Enforcement

Southwestern Illinois College

Bachelor of Arts - Religion

Samford University