Police Officer Sample Resume

Matthew K. Smith
1234 Harmon Drive
Provo, Utah 84000
Home: 801-555-5555
Cell: 801-555-5556
Email: mksmith@frontfocus.com

Objective
Become a Police Officer in the Salt Lake area with a goal of preserving law and order, preventing crime, and enforcing traffic regulations.

Qualifications Summary

• Ability to write comprehensive reports using PC software.
• Ability to work under pressure and remain calm in emergency situations.
• Demonstrate ability to provide dynamic and proactive educational leadership.
• Proven effectiveness in allocating and managing resources.

Education
Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah
Bachelor of Arts in Management (May 2001)

Work Experience
Police Officer: Jan. 2002 - Present, City of Provo, Provo, UT

• Enforce traffic and parking regulations and issue citations as deemed necessary.
• Investigate and report incidents.
• Process and file reports and make court appearances as necessary.
• Respond to calls for first aid and medical assistance.
• Actively participate in departmentally sponsored Crime Prevention and Community

Security Officer: Jan. 2000 - Dec. 2001, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT

• Responsible for general security of students and employees.
• Patrolled campus grounds and buildings checking doors, windows, and gates to ensure proper safety.
  
• Directed traffic on campus.
• Investigated all offenses, accidents, and incidents.
• Prepared written reports detailing investigations.
• Made arrests as necessary.
• Interacted with general law enforcement personnel in reporting and investigating crime.
  

Certifications

• CPR/Basic First Aid Training
• Firearm Safety

*References available upon request.