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Operations ● Administration ● Staff Supervision ● Community Outreach ● Training

         20+ year background in law enforcement spanning crime prevention and response, community relations, public safety, patrol operations, special investigations, court testimony, and department administration.

         Approachable, ethical, and well-versed in all areas of policing; possess outstanding supervisory experience including dealing with internal processes and managing all facets of department operations.

         Adept at internal and external communications, training, policy implementation, staff performance management, reporting, collaboration, and budgeting.

         Foster consistent cooperation among local/state/federal law enforcement and other government agencies.

Orofino Police Department, Orofino Idaho, 2013 to Present

Sergeant

         Spearhead police activities in City of Orofino including case management, investigations, surveillance, drug interdiction, interrogations, data collection and analysis, crime scene management, and team leadership.

         Partner with Chief in formulating department's long-range goals, plans, mission, vision, and objectives.

         Supervise patrol officers, and effectively cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in investigating crimes and apprehending offenders.

         Actively contribute to creating budgets, tracking and controlling spending, determining training needs, enforcing policy/procedure compliance, and interfacing with media.

Prove It Polygraphs, 2013 to Present

President / Polygraph Examiner

         Proficiently administer more than 100 polygraphs annually for local law enforcement.

DynCorp, Afghanistan, 2012 to 2013

Team Leader, Police Transition

       Established Afghanistan Police training academy including preparing all training curriculum.

       Mentored and advised Afghan Police Station Commanders at three stations in the complete spectrum of police operations and investigations including force protection.

Orofino Police Department, Orofino, Idaho, 2010 to 2012

Patrol Sergeant

         Reporting to Chief of Police, supervised team of four officers and held critical accountability for officer conduct, training, and overall performance.

DynCorp, Baghdad, 2007 to 2009

Team Leader, Police Transition 2009

         Set up Iraqi Police training academy (Criminal Justice Training Center) and prepared all training curriculum.

         Delivered hands-on instruction in tactical operations, patrol tactics, and firearms / marksmanship.

Operations Officer and Acting Team Leader 2007 to 2009

         Visited Iraqi police stations to conduct training and mentoring, evaluate progress, and provide targeted support and guidance; directed efforts of 34 officers during team leader s absences.

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Lewis County Sheriff Department, Nezperce, Idaho, 2007

Patrol

         Helmed law enforcement including responding to crimes, accidents and emergencies, apprehending suspects, obtaining witness/victim/suspect statements, report writing, testifying in court, preliminary investigations, and evidence collection.

DynCorp, 2005 to 2006

Major Crime Unit Team Leader 2006

         Mentored, trained, coached, and evaluated investigators and officers in areas such as case management, evidence collection and preservation, firearm use, and interviewing suspects and witnesses.

Assistant Team Leader and Operation Officer 2006

         Trained, mentored, and instructed operation personnel, officers, and jail staff at Niewah Provincial Head Quarters in firearms, personal security, force protection, and prisoner tracking and release.

Administrative Officer 2005 to 2006

         Systematically orchestrated administrative functions spanning file management, report preparation, and scheduling ATOs, flight manifests, and ground movements.

City of Rathdrum, Idaho, 2005

Police Officer

         Efficiently and appropriately responded to a wide range of crimes, accidents, crises, and complaints.

         Interviewed complainants, victims, witnesses, suspects and subjects, and prepared associated reports.

Idaho County Sheriff Department, Grangeville, Idaho, 1989 to 2005

Patrol Sergeant 2003 to 2005

         Trained, directed, and motivated team of eight deputies while serving as FTO Supervisor in Idaho County.

         Demonstrated outstanding talents as assistant team leader of SWAT team comprised of 10 officers.

Narcotics / General Investigator 1996 to 2003

         Promoted from initial role as Patrol Deputy to oversee all types of investigations and cases from homicides and arson, to sexual abuse and burglaries.

         Identified suspected drug dealers, manufacturers, and users in Idaho County and surrounding areas.

         Partnered with Idaho Fish and Game in suspected cases of illegal outfitting, hunting or fishing.

         Formally recognized and awarded for inter-agency cooperation with US Forest Service.

         Collected evidence from suspected meth labs as sole Meth Lab Certified Officer in Idaho County.

         Persuasively proposed Narcotics Investigator Grant resulting in being awarded $45K, and oversaw associated mandatory quarterly reports.

         Served as assistant team leader of SWAT team comprised of 10 officers.

AAS, Criminal Justice, North Idaho College

State (Idaho) Certifications:

Management Certificate

Supervisor Certificate

Master s Law Enforcement Certificate

Advanced, Intermediate, and Basic Law Enforcement Certificates

Certificate of Completion, Polygraph Training, Marston Polygraph Academy

Additional Credentials: Clearwater County Coroner; Recognized Instructor, State of Idaho; Certified Advanced Open Water Diver; Certified Drug/Narcotic Instructor; Certified Rural Drug/Narcotics Instructor; and Certified Advanced Taser Instructor

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NAME OF POLICE DEPARTMENT

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Dear__________________:

Please accept this letter and accompanying resume in application for the Chief of Police opportunity that is available with the City of Orofino. Thank you in advance for your time and consideration.

I bring to over 20 years in law enforcement including strong experience in operations, administration, personnel leadership, training, strategic planning, and report writing. My current and past achievements with the Orofino Police Department as well as keen problem solving, planning, emergency response, and community relations abilities will enable me to seamlessly transition into this role and garner immediate results. To complement these qualifications, I offer advanced investigative expertise, significant leadership talents, and strong budgeting skills which are vital to succeeding as your new Chief of Police.

If considered for this position, you will find me to be a dynamic leader committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through unparalleled self-initiative, close collaboration with relevant stakeholders, and well-honed crisis management skills. I am confident that I am an ideal candidate for this role, and look forward to interviewing with you soon.

Sincerely,

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