Christopher Crews
Stockton
Summary
Experienced Police Lieutenant skilled in leading investigations and mentoring junior officers. Adept at developing and implementing policies that ensure regulatory compliance while fostering community relations to enhance public safety.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Lieutenant
City of Valdosta
Valdosta
11.2000 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of law enforcement activities in Valdosta.
- Coordinated community outreach programs to enhance public safety awareness.
- Implemented policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Conducted performance evaluations to assess officer effectiveness and areas for improvement.
- Led investigations into major crimes, ensuring thorough documentation and reporting processes.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to junior officers in order to cultivate their professional development.
- Assessed performance of assigned personnel through periodic reviews and evaluations.
- Reviewed reports from subordinates for accuracy and completeness before submitting to higher-level management.
- Interpreted state laws and municipal ordinances when making decisions about arrests or charges.
- Performed administrative duties such as reviewing arrest paperwork prior to submission for prosecution purposes.
- Managed subordinate supervisors, including assigning work tasks, overseeing daily operations, and providing guidance on complex issues.
- Responded promptly to public inquiries regarding police services or complaints against officers.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement agencies to investigate major criminal cases.
- Supervised the selection process for new police officers.
- Provided input on policy decisions that would affect departmental operations.
- Served as a liaison between the department and local government officials when needed.
- Conducted investigations into complaints of misconduct by police officers or other department personnel.
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
- Responded quickly to calls, questions and complaints from citizens to help in various situations.
- Evaluated evidence for validity and admissibility and provided testimony during administrative and criminal court hearings.
- Patrolled designated districts in patrol cars, on bicycles and on foot.
Education
POST Certification - Basic Law Enforcement
ABAC Police Academy
Tifton, GA05-1996
High School Diploma -
Clinch County High School
Homerville, GA05-1995
Some College (No Degree) - Professional Management Program
Columbus State University
Columbus, Georgia, GASkills
- Policy writing
- Community engagement
- Investigative techniques
- Performance assessment
- Regulatory compliance
- Interagency collaboration
- Community policing
- Performance evaluation
- Criminal justice knowledge
- Public safety management
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Decision making
- Public relations
- Courtroom testimony
- Team management
- Criminal investigation
- Crime prevention
- Criminal law
- Self motivation
- Goal setting
Certification
- Certified Arson Investigator Georgia
- POST Graduate Basic Mandate Georgia
- Graduate Columbus State University Professional Management Program
Accomplishments
- Valdosta Police Department Officer of the Year 2013
Timeline
Police Lieutenant
City of Valdosta
11.2000 - Current
POST Certification - Basic Law Enforcement
ABAC Police Academy
High School Diploma -
Clinch County High School
Some College (No Degree) - Professional Management Program
Columbus State University