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CHIEF OF POLICE
Professional Summary

Focused Police Chief with 25 years of experience and knowledge. Graduate of Northwestern University School of Police Staff and Command session 254. Expert skills in report writing, budgeting and project management. Known for having patience, professionalism and self-assurance in all situations and when interacting with all types of personalities.

Smoothly direct, discipline and motivate law enforcement professionals to maximize safety, security and service of local residents. Observe field operations to enhance behaviors and eliminate protocol issues. Good relationship-building, communication and conflict management skills.

Work History
Chief of Police, 01/2021 - CurrentCity Of East Peoria IL, East Peoria, IL
  • Implemented training programs for over [Number] new recruits.
  • Liaised with local, state and federal regulatory agencies to streamline investigation completion.
  • Verified and authenticated validity and admissibility of evidence and preserved its integrity for court hearings while testifying under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.
  • Planned, scheduled and supervised work of forty-four subordinates.
  • Answered calls from citizens and business owners for help in [Type] and [Type] situations and emergencies.
  • Educated staff members on proper field procedures to boost public trust in officers and efficiency.
  • Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
Deputy Chief of Police, 07/2012 - 10/2020East Peoria Police Department, East Peoria, IL
  • Recommended and prepared long-range plans for police service programs by developing specific proposals for action on current and future needs.
  • Arranged conferences and meetings with other law enforcement officers to discuss high-profile criminal cases and unsolved crimes.
  • Recorded, analyzed and gathered intelligence to achieve community safety.
  • Established new police training programs to address training needs, including terrorism response, active shooter response and de-escalation of use of force.
  • Oversaw departmental operations and increased efficiency to reduce costs for taxpayers and department.
  • Rewrote and updated comprehensive department policies and procedures.
  • Evaluated complaint and emergency request information to determine response requirements.
  • Organized, reviewed and evaluated work of forty-two sworn and non-sworn staff members.
  • Managed department grant applications and expense and revenue tracking through [Action] and [Action].
  • Enhanced emergency preparedness procedures, commanding oversight and maintenance of tactical plans, equipment and weapons.
  • Planned, scheduled and supervised work of forty two subordinates.
  • Implemented training programs for over [Number] new recruits.
Police Sergeant, 07/2005 - 07/2012East Peoria Police Department, East Peoria, IL
  • Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
  • Implemented training programs for over [Number] new recruits.
  • Educated staff members on proper field procedures to boost public trust in officers and efficiency [Number]%.
  • Planned, scheduled and supervised work of ten subordinates.
  • Led shift briefings to inform officers of important considerations such as properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
  • Supervised crowds at busy events, including Fourth of July and Festival of Lights to prevent injuries.
  • Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding [Type] and [Type] incidents to determine course of action.
Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol, 05/2000 - 07/2005East Peoria Police Department, East Peoria, IL
  • Actively patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
  • Reported deficient streetlights, signs and road surfaces to keep residents safe.
  • Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
  • Checked all vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
  • Managed crime scenes to protect personnel and preserve evidence.
  • Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
  • Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding criminal and non criminal incidents to determine course of action.
  • Issued warnings and citations for traffic violations.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
  • Checked accuracy and integrity of collected information to identify optimal course of investigation.
  • Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
  • Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
  • Debriefed arrested individuals to collect important information for ongoing investigations.
  • Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
  • Promoted safe driving conditions by quickly identifying and removing disabled vehicles and obstructions from roadways.
  • Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
  • Validated evidence for admissibility and preserved evidence to be utilized court hearings.
  • Policed assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
  • Booked suspects into custody by processing mug shots and fingerprints.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice, 05/2005
Univeristy Of Illinois - Springfield, IL
Associate of Applied Science, Criminal Justice
Illinois Central College - East Peoria, IL
Affiliations

International Association of Chiefs of Police

Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police

Skills
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Collaboration
  • Troubleshooting
  • Customer service
  • Project Management
  • Reading comprehension
  • Written Communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Organization and Time management
  • Relationship-Building
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • City Of East Peoria IL
  • East Peoria Police Department

School Attended

  • Univeristy Of Illinois
  • Illinois Central College

Job Titles Held:

  • Chief of Police
  • Deputy Chief of Police
  • Police Sergeant
  • Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science , Criminal Justice 05/2005
    Associate of Applied Science , Criminal Justice

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