Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Accomplishments
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Howard Dunbar

Caribou Island,NS

Summary

Dynamic law enforcement leader with extensive experience at Westville Police Service, excelling in community engagement and tactical operations. Achieved significant crime reduction through intelligence-led policing while fostering trust and collaboration. Proven ability to manage crises effectively, demonstrating strong conflict de-escalation skills and a commitment to professional development within the department.

Work History

Chief of Police

Westville Polce Service
  • Leveraged social media platforms for effective communication with the public about important safety alerts, events, and department news updates.
  • Implemented community-oriented policing initiatives, strengthening trust between officers and citizens.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs to ensure officer preparedness, resulting in increased professionalism and performance.
  • Reduced crime rates by establishing an intelligence-led policing model and targeting high-risk offenders.
  • Managed a multi-million-dollar budget, consistently delivering services within fiscal constraints while maximizing available resources for crime prevention efforts.
  • Increased staff retention by providing opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and career advancement within the department.
  • Effectively managed crisis situations utilizing negotiation skills along with tactical command thus mitigating threats posed to public safety.
  • Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to enhance regional security and information sharing capabilities.
  • Established a mental health response team, improving outcomes for individuals in crisis situations while reducing potential risks to officers on scene.

Chief Warrant Office

Canadian Armed Forces
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Education

Diploma - Strategic Studies

Canadia Forced College
Toronto, ON
06.2006

Diploma - General Police Science Level 1

Atlantic Police Academy
Charlottetown, PE
04.1980

Skills

  • Law enforcement expertise
  • Community engagement
  • Media relations
  • Tactical operations
  • Victim advocacy
  • Collaborative approach
  • Investigative skills
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • Community relations
  • Reliability

Languages

English
Full Professional

Accomplishments

I have been fortunate to have had two rewarding careers. Having retired last July I have found myself becoming bored.

I decided to explore any possibilities for something rewarding.

I have four decades of community service working with youth, persons at risk and addictions.

Having been involved with HCRS in the past

Timeline

Chief of Police

Westville Polce Service

Chief Warrant Office

Canadian Armed Forces

Diploma - Strategic Studies

Canadia Forced College

Diploma - General Police Science Level 1

Atlantic Police Academy
Howard Dunbar