Jeff Cross
28 Andrea Drive, St. Catharines,ON
Summary
Police Officer with over 31 years of service enforcing rules and authority for the good of all citizens. Passionate about saving lives, protecting victims and fighting crime. Excellent record of recognition for going beyond call of duty.
Received 2 Chief of Police Commendations for Life-Saving
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Niagara Regional Police Service
05.1991 - 07.2022
- 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.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Mentored junior officers on the importance of ethical behavior, accountability, and professionalism in their role as public servants.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
Private Investigator
Calais Investigations
04.1989 - 04.1991
- Collected documentation such as witness statements, video recordings and photographs to support case findings.
- Stayed in open communication with supervisors to maintain operational safety and submit timely reports.
- Surveilled locations to gather evidence of unlawful activities.
- Produced professional reports outlining findings of cases, expenses incurred and any important incidents.
- Made arrests, compiled evidence to support charges
- Testified in Court to support prosecution of accused persons
Education
Psychology And Law
Carlton University
Ottawa, ONSkills
- Report Writing
- Integrity and Honesty
- Conflict De-escalation
- Relationship building and management
- Patience and Empathy
- Community Engagement
- Criminal, Provincial and By-Law Investigations
- Planning and Coordination
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Certification
- Emergency First Aid/CPR/AED Level "C"
- Continuous First Aid and CPR Qualification for 40 years
- Ministry of Labour Worker Health and Safety Awareness training
Accomplishments
Primary photographer for the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics for 11 years. This is a volunteer position.
Timeline
Police Officer
Niagara Regional Police Service
05.1991 - 07.2022
Private Investigator
Calais Investigations
04.1989 - 04.1991
Psychology And Law
Carlton University
- CFR - Certified First Responder
- Ministry of Labour Worker Health and Safety Awareness training
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