Paul Maletich

I have twenty three years of police work including patrolman, Tac team member, SSERT team operator, SSERT team leader and SSERT team assistant commander. I have been in charge of training at Calumet City Police Department since 2006, I teach the 90 hour NEMRT SWAT training since 2011, I have instructed Firearm, CQB tactics and ballistic shields. I have been certified as a SWAT school instructor with over 360 hours of instruction, as well as a Rapid Response instructor, MACTAC Instructor, Rescue Task Force Instructor, Firearms Instructor, Rifle/Carbine Instructor with over 40 hours in each of these areas of instruction.

• Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
• Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
• Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
• Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
• Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
• Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
• Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
• Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
• Mentored junior officers on the importance of ethical behavior, accountability, and professionalism in their role as public servants.
• Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to solve complex cases and apprehend dangerous criminals.
• Supported supervisors with administrative tasks such as scheduling shifts and managing equipment inventory, increasing department efficiency and organization.
• Served as a school resource officer, improving relationships between youth and police through positive interactions and educational programs.
• Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
• Provided testimony in court proceedings.
• Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
• Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
• Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
• Assisted in conducting traffic control and managing crowd situations during events.
• Participated in training exercises to enhance skills in emergency response and conflict resolution.

• Observed and learned police protocols for maintaining public safety and community engagement.
• Assisted in conducting traffic control and managing crowd situations during events.
• Supported investigations by gathering information and documenting incidents accurately.
• Participated in training exercises to enhance skills in emergency response and conflict resolution.
• Collaborated with community members to build trust and encourage cooperation with law enforcement efforts.
• Utilized communication equipment effectively to relay information between units during operations.
• Engaged in routine patrols to monitor neighborhoods and deter criminal activity proactively.
• Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
• Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
• Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
• Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
• Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.