Constable Meghan Wellis
Surrey,BC
Summary
A sworn municipal constable, and University of Fraser Valley Criminology Graduate, eager to advance the growth and development of the department. Life long athlete with strong communication and leadership skills paired with previous administrative background ready to continue working in a fast paced team environment. My desire is to be an ambitious recruiting constable that enhances the recruitment of top-tier applicants in a competitive labour market.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Constable
Delta Police Department
05.2021 - Current
- Performed general patrol services such as responding to high priority calls, medical emergencies, collisions, disturbances and enhancing public safety
- Interpret and enforce various forms of legislation, such as Criminal Code of Canada, BC Motor Vehicle Act, BC Motor Vehicle Regulations, Controlled Drug Substances Act, to conduct thorough investigations and proactive stops
- Utilize community resources to support citizens of Delta with matters outside of the Policing scope, such as Options, Delta Mental Health, Yo Bro/Yo Girl, referrals to Community Navigator
- Provide community presence through hotspot patrols, offender management, conducting proactive impaired investigations and submitting reports to Crown Counsel for Criminal Code Offences.
Community Service Assistant 2- Receptionist
City of Surrey
02.2017 - 05.2021
- Worked in a fast-paced environment, which incorporated multitasking by scheduling appointments, call taking and managing a high volume of in person clients
- Met incoming customers with a professional approach, answered inquiries, and directed questions or appointments to the appropriate personnel
- Handled and processed payments for client’s memberships and registration.
Community Service Assistant 5 - Children's Dept.
City of Surrey
03.2019 - 05.2020
- Was responsible for creating, advertising and management of paid children's programs through the City of Surrey
- Was responsible for the recruitment, hiring, interviewing, and management of the City of Surrey Staff for all Children's (5-12 yrs) programs at South Surrey Recreation and Arts Centre
- This role required, public presentations, training employees, ensuring staff followed policy, conflict management amongst employees and providing performance reviews and succession planning with staff.
Clerk 2 - Administrative
City of Surrey
02.2019 - 05.2020
- Created, updated and maintained detailed documents, spreadsheets and professional charts to document the organizations financial records, payroll, community centres needs and resource allocations
- Assisted Management and team members with special projects by coordinating the records, bookings and managing schedules.
Education
Certified Municipal Constable Certificate -
Justice Institute of British Columbia
New Westminster, BC03.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
University of Fraser Valley
Abbotsford, BC01.2019
Skills
- Creative
- Organized while managing tight deadlines
- Thrives in fast pace working environments
- Approachable, empathic and understanding
Certification
Delta Police In House Training
- Core Patrol Tactics -2021
- Delta Police Investigators Fundamental Program - 2022
- New Westminster Patrol Based Drug Investigators Course - 2023
- 40 MM Impact Launcher - 2024
Justice Institute of British Columbia Training Courses
- Alco-Sensor FST Operator Course - 2021
- Standard Field Sobriety Test Operator- 2022
- Search and Seizure - 2024
Online Canadian Police Knowledge Network Courses
- Trauma-Informed Practices Foundations - CPKN - 2021
- Crisis Intervention and De-escalation - CPKN - 2021
- Police Stops in British Columbia - CPKN -2021
- BC Emergency Vehicle Operation - CPKN - 2022
- Conducted Energy Weapon Operator - CPKN- 2023
- Using a Trauma Informed Approach - CPKN -2023
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Course - CPKN- 2023
Certifications outside of Policing
- Naloxone Education Training - 2016
- Mental Health First Aid Training - 2017
- World Rugby Coaching Certification - 2018
- High Five - Strengthening Children's Mental Health - 2019
- Indigenous Awareness Coaching Certification - NCCP - 2020
- Skillfully Responding to Distress Certification - 2020
- Indigenous Awareness Canada Certification 201/301 - 2021
Accomplishments
Police Relevant Achievements
- Awarded Superintendent Commendation - Delta Police - 2022
- Qualified for Alexa Impaired Team - 2023
- Nominated as B Platoon's Patrol Cst. of the Year for 2023
Outside of Policing Achievements
- CIS Canada West Champions – University of Lethbridge – Western Conference Gold Medalist –2011
- Team British Columbia Vancouver 7's International Rugby Tournament – Gold Medalist - 2015
- Most Valuable Player Award – University of Fraser Valley Rugby- 2017
- Tournaments Most Valuable Player Award - Abbotsford International Rugby 7's Tournament - 2017
- Team British Columbia Women's 7s Las Vegas International Tournament Champions – 2016 & 2017 Gold Medalists - Voted Most Valuable Player
Volunteer Experience
Police Relevant Volunteer Experience
- Volunteering with the BCLEDN (BC Law Enforcement Diversity Network) Committee as a Delta Police Department Representative
- Sitting on the Working group for Project DECAL - to enhance Public and Police awareness and Training practices to be more inclusive of community members with Autism and Neurodiversity differences
Previous Volunteer Experience
- University of Fraser Valley Rugby Drop in Program - 2015-2016
- Responsible for Aiding in the creation and development of the University of Fraser Valley Women's Rugby 7's team - 2015-2018
- Robert Bateman Secondary School - Women's Rugby assistant coach - 2017-2018
- British Columbia Summer Games Women's Zone 3 Rugby 7's Team - Silver Medalist - Assistant Coach and Manager - 2018
References
References provided upon request.
Current and previous NCO supervisors:
- S/Sgt Andrew Thompson
- Sgt. Michael Clark
- Sgt. Sean Cessford
- Sgt. Aaron Davis
- Sgt. Jason Martens
- S/Sgt. Trent Mckie
Timeline
Police Constable
Delta Police Department
05.2021 - Current
Community Service Assistant 5 - Children's Dept.
City of Surrey
03.2019 - 05.2020
Clerk 2 - Administrative
City of Surrey
02.2019 - 05.2020
Community Service Assistant 2- Receptionist
City of Surrey
02.2017 - 05.2021
Certified Municipal Constable Certificate -
Justice Institute of British Columbia
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
University of Fraser Valley
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