Accomplished security professional seeking a challenging role as a (INSERT EACH JOB TITLE HERE).

  Award-winning leader with a consistent, proven track record of improving safety and security.

  Strong background conducting criminal investigations, including surveillance.

  Honored with the Award of Excellence and Officer of the Month Award for successfully persuading an armed female not to commit suicide.

  Earned a Unit Citation Award as well as multiple positive Citizen s Letter from multiple constituents.

  Sound judgment with excellent listening, verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

  Stellar time management, attention to detail and organizational skills, including prioritizing tasks.

  Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.

  Veteran, U.S. Army; earned three commendation letters.

> Team Building/Leadership > Security Systems > Investigations

> Performance Reviews > Security Processes > Conflict Resolution

> Community Relations > Asset Protection > Loss Prevention

> Criminal Analysis > Case Management > Report Generation

Xxxxxx Police Department Xxxxxx, XXXXXX      Nov. 1997-Present

Investigative Sergeant, Investigative First Responder Division, Midwest Squad (Sept. 2009-Present)

  Supervise and conduct complex investigations involving criminal offenses, including homicides, armed robbery, theft and racketeering, among other felony and misdemeanor offenses.

  Execute search warrants of the property of alleged suspects for criminal investigations.

Sergeant of Police (Nov. 2007-Present)

  Demonstrate stellar leadership skills while managing a team of up to 14 police officers.

  Conduct reviews of employee performance, including identifying areas for improvement.

Juvenile Division, Intake Sergeant (Aug. 2008-Sept. 2009)

Patrol Sergeant, Southwest Division, 15th District (Mar. 2008-Aug. 2008)

Xxxxxx Police Department Xxxxxx, XXXXXX (continued)      Nov. 1997-Present

In Training Program, North Division (Nov. 2008-Mar. 2008)

Patrol Officer, Northeast Division (Dec. 2005-Nov. 2007)           

Jail Officer, Central Jail (June 2004-Dec. 2005)

District Crime Analyst (June 2000-June 2004)

Patrol Officer, Northeast Division (Nov. 1997-June 2000)

Master of Science (MS), Strategic Leadership, Mountain State University; graduated 2008 (3.91 GPA)

Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS), Midwestern State University; earned 2003

Peace Officer License, Xxxxxx Commission on Law Enforcement

Completed nearly 2,500 of continuing education, including courses in:

> Leadership Styles > Firearms > Interviews & Interrogations

> Staff Training > Use of Force > Identity Theft

> Community Relations > Crisis Intervention > Gangs

> Ethics > Less Lethal Devices > SWAT

> Cultural Diversity > Terrorism & Homeland Security > Patrol/Tactical

> Community Relations > Asset Forfeiture > Tactical Trauma

> Child Abuse Prevention > Arrest, Search, Seizure > Racial Profiling

> Canine Encounters > Crowd Control > Human Trafficking

Member, Xxxxxx Police Explorers; mentoring teenagers for a career in law enforcement; since Dec. 2015

Dear Hiring Manager:

With this letter, I wish to express my genuine interest in joining your organization as a (INSERT EACH JOB TITLE HERE).

As demonstrated in the accompanying resume, I am an award-winning security leader with a consistent, proven track record of improving safety and security. I have a strong background conducting criminal investigations, including surveillance. I also offer sound judgment with excellent listening, verbal communication and interpersonal skills, as well as stellar time management, attention to detail and organizational skills, including prioritizing tasks. Among my additional achievements, skills and qualifications:

  Honored with the Award of Excellence and Officer of the Month Award for successfully persuading an armed female not to commit suicide.

  Earned a Unit Citation Award as well as multiple positive Citizen s Letter from multiple constituents.

  Supervised and conducted complex investigations involving criminal offenses, including homicides, armed robbery, theft and racketeering, among other felony and misdemeanor offenses.

  Demonstrated stellar leadership skills while managing a team of up to 14 police officers.

  Conducted reviews of employee performance, including identifying areas for improvement.

  Veteran, U.S. Army; earned three commendation letters.

  Completed nearly 2,500 of continuing education, including courses in:

> Leadership Styles > Firearms > Interviews & Interrogations

> Staff Training > Use of Force > Identity Theft

> Community Relations > Crisis Intervention > Gangs

> Ethics > Less Lethal Devices > SWAT

> Cultural Diversity > Terrorism & Homeland Security > Patrol/Tactical

> Community Relations > Asset Forfeiture > Tactical Trauma

> Child Abuse Prevention > Arrest, Search, Seizure > Racial Profiling

> Canine Encounters > Crowd Control > Human Trafficking

As your leader, you will find me committed to exceeding your performance goals. I have no doubt that I would be a valuable asset to your operations, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

Sincerely,

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

xxx-xxx-xxxx

Dear (Person You Interviewed With):

I am writing to personally thank you for providing me the opportunity to interview with you and discuss the exciting (TITLE OF JOB OPPORTUNITY) position currently available at your organization. Having gained a deeper insight into the job requirements and your objectives, I am confident I can exceed your performance expectations immediately.

As discussed, I am an award-winning security leader with a consistent, proven track record of improving safety and security. I have a strong background conducting criminal investigations, including surveillance. I also offer sound judgment with excellent listening, verbal communication and interpersonal skills, as well as stellar time management, attention to detail and organizational skills, including prioritizing tasks.

Should you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience. Again, thank you for the interview. I look forward to your response.

Sincerely,

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

xxx-xxx-xxxx