AMY SMITH
123 Main Street • Atlanta, Georgia • 30339
Home: (555) 555-1234, Cell: (555) 555-1235
asmith@sample~resume.com
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Objective: Seek the Position of Plainclothes Detective
SUMMARY: Exceptionally talented, skillful and result-orientation Plainclothes Detective with over six years experience in investigating and following-up crimes; detecting and preventing violations of the law and collecting, identifying and preserving evidence.
Summary of Qualifications
Excellent knowledge of English and mathematics.
Sound knowledge of first aid methods.
Remarkable knowledge of police policies, practices and procedures.
Strong knowledge of state, federal, and local laws.
Exceptional abilities to lift and move heavy objects and persons in the course of rescue activities.
Profound ability to physically restrain persons in the course of law enforcement activities.
In-depth ability to give chase on foot in the course of criminal apprehension activities.
Strong ability to withstand working outside in all extreme weather conditions.
Excellent visual ability sufficient to operate a police vehicle both day and night, to observe traffic violations taking place, to read and write reports, correspondence, etc.
Strong hearing and speaking ability sufficient to understand radio transmissions, conversation with other individuals both in person and over the telephone.
Great skill in the use of police equipment such as photography equipment, fingerprinting, tape recorder, video tape, weapons, radio, teletype, and other related equipment.
Huge experience in all phases of criminal investigation from preliminary investigation through court proceedings.
Professional Experience
State of Minneapolis Police Department, Minneapolis, MN 2002 - Present
Plainclothes Detective
Investigate felonies and misdemeanors.
Prepare cases for court, testify in court.
Arrest and apprehend criminals.
Serve warrants.
Process evidence in criminal cases.
Conduct crime scene search.
Investigate applications and permits.
Conduct interviews and interrogations.
Maintain communications with other departments.
Maintain logs and records.
Enforce the laws and ordinances of the State and all other pertinent laws.
Operate various pieces of police equipment such as police cruiser, weapons, two-way radio, teletype, camera, projector, recorder, etc.
Observe and monitor activity throughout the community.
Make security inspections.
Provide speeches and instruction for various groups.
Perform other related work assigned.
State of Minneapolis Police Department, Minneapolis, MN 2000 - 2002
Police Officer
Patrolled assigned geographical area to prevent crime, and enforce laws and regulations.
Upheld the department's community based policing philosophy.
Observed, reported and acted on conditions conducive to crime and danger.
Checked buildings for security.
Observed structures, persons and vehicles for suspicious activity.
Issued citations and made arrests as appropriate.
Reported on traffic hazards and directed traffic and pedestrian flow.
Took command at crime scenes and accidents.
Administered first-aid as necessary. Took statements and interviewed victims and witnesses. Examined scenes, collected evidence, and recorded vital information.
Performed on-site tests and interrogations of individuals suspected of intoxication. Took suspects to department headquarters for further investigation as appropriate.
Conducted investigation assignments of suspected illegal activity and followed-up on criminal investigation.
Maintained security of persons and evidence and documents and collected related information.
Provided professional and credible testimony in a court of law.
Prepared and wrote a variety of reports and records related to arrests, property, accidents, and investigation results.
Served and enforced civil processes such as restraining, no contact, and anti-harassment orders, subpoenas, and arrest and search warrants.
Education
Valid Minneapolis Operator's License
Associate Degree in Psychology University of New York (2000)