Richard Salva
Midway
Summary
Dynamic K-9 Police Officer with extensive experience at Garden City, adept at crisis intervention and community engagement. Proven track record in criminal investigations and report writing, enhancing public safety through proactive policing strategies. Recognized for building strong relationships with community members, fostering trust, and effectively de-escalating conflicts.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
K-9 Police Officer
Garden City
12.2024 - Current
- Enforced local laws and ordinances to maintain public safety and order.
- Conducted thorough investigations of incidents, ensuring accurate documentation and evidence collection.
- Collaborated with community organizations to foster relationships and enhance public trust in law enforcement.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, utilizing conflict resolution skills to de-escalate tensions.
- Prepared detailed reports for court proceedings, ensuring clarity and adherence to legal standards.
- Developed strong rapport with local businesses owners to address concerns about crime or vandalism affecting their establishments.
- Assisted in the development of crime prevention strategies, resulting in safer neighborhoods.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
Police Officer
Chatham County, Georgia
06.2023 - 12.2024
- Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
Police Officer
City of Metter
10.2021 - 06.2023
- Enforced local laws and regulations to maintain public safety.
- Conducted traffic stops and issued citations for violations.
- Responded to emergency calls, providing immediate assistance as needed.
- Collaborated with community members to build trust and enhance safety initiatives.
- Documented incident reports accurately, ensuring thorough investigation processes.
- Participated in training programs to refine skills and tactics for effective policing.
- Coordinated with local agencies for criminal investigations and resource sharing.
- Mentored new officers on protocols, procedures, and community engagement strategies.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
- Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to solve complex cases and apprehend dangerous criminals.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
Education
High School Diploma -
James I O’Neill
Fort Montgomery, NY06.2013
Skills
- Report writing
- Integrity and honesty
- Conflict de-escalation
- Relationship building and management
- Patience and empathy
- De-escalation techniques
- Community engagement
- Criminal investigations
- Planning and coordination
- Human relations
- Emergency management
- Crisis intervention and deescalation
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Physical fitness
- Self-defense techniques
- Criminal law
- Community oriented policing
- Police reports
- Law enforcement
- Emergency response
- Mental resilience
Timeline
K-9 Police Officer
Garden City
12.2024 - Current
Police Officer
Chatham County, Georgia
06.2023 - 12.2024
Police Officer
City of Metter
10.2021 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
James I O’Neill