Robert Zieman
Chicago,IL
Summary
Police officer with close to 19 years of law enforcement experience, including 3 years in drug task force operations. Proven success in undercover operations, surveillance, and Expert in case building and confidential informant management.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Chicago Police Department
Chicago, IL
11.2013 - Current
- -Bureau Of Counter-terrorrism - DEA Task Force / Narcotics Division
September 2023 - Present
Target, disrupt and dismantle drug trafficking and money laundering organizations, reduce the illegal drug sales.
- Office of the First Deputy Superintendent Office, May 2023-September 2023
Safely driving the First Deputy Superintendent while ensuring security and protecting against potential threats
- Bureau Of Counterterrorrism -Narcotics Division
June 2017- September 2023
Conducted undercover purchases for Illegal narcotics to arrest, and prosecute street level dealers, as well as those involved in major trafficking and drug-related conspiracies.
Narcotics saturation West Side initiative team
June 2016-July 2017
patrolled a pre-designated area to monitor and arrest offenders for illegal drug sales.
- Bureau of Patrol, Patrol Division, 15th District –April. 2014 – July 2016.
Responsible for responding to calls, conducting patrols, enforcing laws, and maintaining public safety within assigned districts.
Police Officer
Lyons Police Department
Lyons, Il
01.2010 - 01.2013
Police Officer
Sleepy Hollow Police Department
Sleepy Hollow, IL
01.2007 - 01.2010
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
05.2009
B.S. - Criminal Justice
Westwood College
Chicago, IL01.2007
Skills
- Communication & De-escalation: The ability to use persuasiveness and active listening to encourage compliance and de-escalate volatile situations
- Critical Thinking: Making rapid, high-stakes decisions that affect public and personal safety
- Physical Stamina & Agility: Essential for chasing suspects, restraining individuals, and patrolling large areas
- Community Awareness: Understanding local demographics and crime patterns to interact effectively with residents
- Basic Medical Knowledge: Proficiency in first aid and CPR to assist injured parties before paramedics arrive
- Undercover Operations: Mastering role-playing and "covert identity management" to infiltrate criminal networks without detection
- Surveillance Techniques: Using specialized equipment like hidden cameras, GPS trackers, and audio recorders for physical and electronic monitoring
- Case Documentation: Meticulous report writing and evidence preservation to ensure cases stand up in court
- Integrity & Ethics: Unwavering honesty is critical for managing sensitive information and maintaining public trust
- Attention to Detail: Noticing small patterns in behavior or evidence that could link a suspect to a crime
Special Training
- Certified expert witness through DEA for narcotics operations
- 40 Hour Carbine Operator
- ILETSB Certificate 40 Hour State Juvenile Officer
- ILETSB Certificate 40 Hour Gang Specialist
- ILETSB Certificate 40 Hour Narcotics Investigator
Timeline
Police Officer
Chicago Police Department
11.2013 - Current
Police Officer
Lyons Police Department
01.2010 - 01.2013
Police Officer
Sleepy Hollow Police Department
01.2007 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
B.S. - Criminal Justice
Westwood College