Yolanda Nelson
Chicago,IL
Summary
Experienced law enforcement officer with the proven ability to lead teams, be proficient in decision-making, conflict resolution, and the ability to communicate effectively in high-pressure situations.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
City Of Chicago - Department Of Police
Chicago, Illinois
09.1999 - 01.2026
Academy:
Sept 1999 - Feb 2000 - Recruit Training.
Traffic Detail:
Feb 2000 - Sept 2000 - Directed traffic and wrote tickets.
006 District:
Sept 2000 - May 2004 - Directed patrols, answered calls of service, performed arrests and wrote tickets.
Deployment Operation Center:
May 2004 - July 2014 - Gang Analyst,
Crime Prevention Information Center.
006 District:
July 2014 - May 2018 - Directed patrols, answered calls of service, performed arrests and wrote tickets.
Assigned to the Strategic Decision Support Center/Shot Spotter.
Unit 051 - Midway Airport:
May 2018 - RETIRED: Jan 2026 - Directed patrols, answered calls of service, performed arrests, wrote tickets, performed desk duties, assisted airline personnel at gates and assisted Transportation Security Administration personnel.
Bus Operator
Chicago Transit Authority, CTA
Chicago, Illinois
05.1995 - 08.1999
- Operated buses safely along designated routes in Chicago area.
- Ensured compliance with transit regulations and safety protocols.
- Monitored passenger behavior to ensure a safe environment.
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance passenger experience.
Education
Master of Arts - Law Enforcement Administration
Calumet College of St. Joseph
Hammond, IN05-2008
Skills
- Vehicle operation
- Time management
- Decision making
- Criminal law enforcement
- Public safety awareness
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Emergency response coordination
Timeline
Police Officer
City Of Chicago - Department Of Police
09.1999 - 01.2026
Bus Operator
Chicago Transit Authority, CTA
05.1995 - 08.1999
Master of Arts - Law Enforcement Administration
Calumet College of St. Joseph