Steven Miller
Pekin,IL
Summary
Communicative Police Officer successful at developing positive relationships with colleagues and citizens. Approaches each situation with compassion and concern. Adept at serving the public with a sense of justice and adherence to strict ethical codes. Possesses situational awareness and integrity, as well as dedication to safety.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Peoria Police Department
600 SW Adams St, Peoria, IL 61604
08.2021 - 06.2024
- 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.
Police Officer
Bartonville Police Department
Bartonville, IL
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Actively patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Policed assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Promoted safe driving conditions by quickly identifying and removing disabled vehicles and obstructions from roadways.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Reported deficient streetlights, signs and road surfaces to keep residents safe.
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
Police Officer
Marquette Heights Police Department
Marquette Heights, IL
07.2018 - 11.2020
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become a familiar presence in the area.
- Checked all vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Actively patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect crimes.
- Issued warnings and citations for traffic violations.
- Immediately reported deficient streetlights, signs and road surfaces to keep residents safe.
- Removed disabled vehicles and obstructions from roadways.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
- Enforced all traffic laws and ordinances and checked speed with radar.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
- Responded immediately to calls involving automobile accidents and criminal activity.
Sales Associate
Pleasant Hill Antique Mall
East Peoria, IL
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Kept work areas clean and neat at all times.
- Verified that all customers received receipts for purchases.
- Directed individuals to merchandise locations.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor.
- Developed positive customer relationships through friendly greetings and excellent service.
- Provided repeat customers with exceptional care and attention.
- Monitored entrances, exits and fitting rooms for signs of theft.
- Greeted customers and ascertained customers' needs.
- Reported incidents to management.
- Prioritized and accomplished wide range of tasks each shift.
- Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain the visual appeal of the store.
- Helped customers with questions, problems and complaints in person and via telephone.
- Answered questions regarding the store and its merchandise.
- Processed credit cards, checks, gift cards and coupons.
- Assisted co-workers whenever possible.
Police Cadet
Peoria Police Department
Peoria, IL
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Filed records and provided recordkeeping duties.
- Assisted in the maintenance of police facilities and vehicles.
- Maintained accurate and detailed logs of all events that occurred during each shift.
- Delivered accurate verbal and written reports to company personnel.
- Participated in ride-alongs with different patrol officers.
Dishwasher
Maquet's Rail House
Pekin, IL
08.2015 - 11.2015
- Removed discontinued, old and slow-moving items from shelves.
- Kept cases and shelves clean and well stocked.
- Demonstrated genuine hospitality while greeting and establishing rapport with guests.
- Ensured that food was served to guests at the proper temperature by bringing it to the table immediately.
- Maintain clean, neat and properly stocked check stand area.
- Upheld highest standard for cleanliness of glass and silverware.
- Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages promptly and courteously.
- Immediately reported accidents, injuries or unsafe work conditions to manager.
- Consistently provided professional, friendly and engaging service.
- Delivered quality service by providing a warm and welcoming environment.
- Routinely cleaned work areas, glassware and silverware throughout each shift.
- Sorted, soaked and washed flatware.
- Maintained clean dining room, lobby and service areas at all times.
- Maintained stockroom and warehouse.
- Routinely removed trash and debris from restaurant.
- Scanned shelves and product cases for expired stock and discarded outdated or spoiled items.
- Stocked and cleaned grocery shelves, bulk bins and freezer and dairy cases.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pekin Community High School
Pekin, IL2016
Skills
- Safety and security
- De-escalation techniques
- Report writing
- Community-oriented policing
- Adaptable
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Personable and trustworthy
- Problem resolution
Certification
Certified full time police officer in the state of Illinois
Accomplishments
- Chief of the Pekin Police Explorer Program from 2016 to 2018
- Awarded "Explorer of the Year" in 2016
- Former Civilian Volunteer at the Pekin Police Department
- Police Officer
Timeline
Police Officer
Peoria Police Department
08.2021 - 06.2024
Police Officer
Bartonville Police Department
12.2020 - 08.2021
Police Officer
Marquette Heights Police Department
07.2018 - 11.2020
Sales Associate
Pleasant Hill Antique Mall
08.2017 - 07.2018
Police Cadet
Peoria Police Department
01.2017 - 06.2017
Dishwasher
Maquet's Rail House
08.2015 - 11.2015
High School Diploma -
Pekin Community High School