Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
References
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Gareth Joels

Okotoks,AB

Summary

Twenty Six year police Sergeant known for initiative and community work. Experience in investigations, supervision and working in partnerships. Excels in teamwork, critical thinking, and communication ensuring successful complaint resolutions. Fully committed to a community approach to problem solving and conflict resolution using empathy, humor and respect.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Professional Standards Sergeant Investigator

Calgary Police Service
Calgary, Alberta
09.2023 - Current
  • Managed caseloads efficiently, prioritizing tasks and meeting strict deadlines in high-pressure environments.
  • Prepared detailed investigative reports and presentations, summarizing findings and recommending actionable steps.
  • Maintained organized records of all information and material pertinent to open investigations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to criminal investigations.
  • Managed all aspects of an investigation from initial report through final resolution.

Human Resources Officer

Calgary Police Service
Calgary, Alberta
03.2023 - 07.2023
  • Analyzed job descriptions to determine job requirements and qualifications.
  • Collaborated with various departments in the organization to identify staffing needs.
  • Prepared or maintained employment records using human resources management system software.

ReDirect Program Team Sergeant

Calgary Police Service
Calgary, Alberta
02.2019 - 03.2023
  • Partnered law enforcement members with civilian professionals from the city of Calgary and Alberta Health Services.
  • Worked cooperatively with outside agencies towards common goals such as community safety.
  • Supervised staff who worked with radicalized youth focused on extremist belief systems such as terrorism and hate crime.
  • Used empathy and compassion to work progressively with disaffected youth.
  • Reviewed reports submitted by team members for accuracy and completeness. Members included officers, social workers and nurses.
  • Participated in regular briefings with senior officers regarding ongoing files.
  • Provided guidance and direction to subordinates in the completion of their duties.

Diversity Resource Team Sergeant

Calgary Police Service
Calgary, Alberta
11.2015 - 01.2019
  • Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
  • Attended protests and community rallies to liaise with protest organizers to ensure a balance between the right to protest and public safety.
  • Supported positive relationships between diverse community leaders and the Calgary Police Service.
  • Taught anti bullying and anti hate classes to local schools.
  • Responded to calls, questions and complaints from newcomers and diverse community groups to help in various situations.
  • Organized special events to increase public trust with local law enforcement.
  • Conducted training sessions with police officers on diversity and cultural competence.
  • Developed hard copy and online police resources in a variety of languages for Calgary newcomers.

Police Patrol Team Sergeant

Calgary Police Service
Calgary, Alberta
07.2013 - 11.2015
  • Supervised police patrol personnel in response to criminal investigations, traffic accidents and bylaw or provincial concerns.
  • Supervised officers while responding to criminal activities as well as issuing citations and and serving warrants.
  • Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
  • Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.
  • Wrote and reviewed detailed arrest and accident reports.
  • Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings and varied incidents.
  • Supervised the police response to suspicions persons, situations and unusual activities.
  • Issued tickets to offenders for parking and other infractions.
  • Monitored serving of warrants and assisted in making required arrests.
  • Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
  • Reviewed and arrest reports, search warrants and citations.
  • Informed shift officers on local intelligence and information through pre patrol briefings.

Skills

  • Extensive practical conflict resolution experience in high profile diverse community complaints
  • Experience in Adobe, Word, PowerPoint and other computer databases
  • Experienced public speaker, presenter and comfortable in court testimony
  • Extensive report preparation experience
  • Extensive experience in completing bylaw and traffic summonses as well as criminal court documentation
  • Ability to remain objective, impartial and empathetic during both external and internal investigations
  • Experienced Recruit Instructor and Police Training Officer in Criminal, provincial and bylaw statutes

Affiliations

  • Youth rugby and football coach.

Accomplishments

Government of Canada Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal (2022)

Alberta Emergency Services medal (2021)

Calgary Police Commission Community Policing Award Plaque (2018)

Calgary Police Service Chief's Award - Community Service Award “Bricks” (2014)

Calgary Police Service Chief's Award - Community Policing Award Plaque (2014)

International Security Assistance Force Campaign Star Medal (2013)

European Police Afghanistan Mission Medal (2012)

Calgary Police Service Distinguished Service Award (2010)

Senior Officers Commendation for Emergency Rescue (2003)

Northern Ireland Medal (1997)

Certification

Terrorism Studies Certificate at St Andrews University (2019)

Senior Police Administration Certificate at Canadian Police College in Ottawa (2015)

Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Dept Leadership Academy, University of Indiana (2010)

ISEP 400 Major Case Management Certification, Calgary AB

Personal Training Certificate, Mount Royal College, Calgary AB

Camille J LeRouge High School Graduate Diploma, Red Deer AB

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Professional Standards Sergeant Investigator

Calgary Police Service
09.2023 - Current

Human Resources Officer

Calgary Police Service
03.2023 - 07.2023

ReDirect Program Team Sergeant

Calgary Police Service
02.2019 - 03.2023

Diversity Resource Team Sergeant

Calgary Police Service
11.2015 - 01.2019

Police Patrol Team Sergeant

Calgary Police Service
07.2013 - 11.2015

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