Patrick Crane

Police Captain | 2019 – 2022

• Directed daily operations of the police department, including patrol, investigations, training, and administration.
• Managed a $14 million departmental budget with a focus on operational efficiency and public accountability.
• Oversaw all internal investigations involving employee misconduct; recommended disciplinary actions to the Chief of Police.
• Served as a key liaison between the department, city officials, and elected leaders.
• Coordinated with other department heads to address citywide public safety initiatives and resource planning.

Administrative Lieutenant | 2016 – 2019

• Supervised multiple divisions including dispatch, records, property/evidence, investigations, and the training bureau.
• Directed department-wide training programs and ensured compliance with state standards.
• Improved internal systems for evidence handling, case tracking, and communication flow.

Police Sergeant | 2009 – 2016

• Supervised patrol officers and the Field Training Program.
• Conducted performance evaluations, coaching, and scheduling for patrol personnel.
• Assisted in developing policy and operational procedures for the department.

Detective / Investigator | 2006 to 2009

• Led complex criminal investigations, including narcotics and money laundering cases.
• Collaborated with federal and state agencies on multi-jurisdictional operations.
• Prepared detailed case reports and testified in court as an expert witness.

Field Training Officer / Patrol Officer | 2001 – 2006

• Trained new recruits in patrol operations, departmental procedures, and public interaction.
• Performed routine patrol duties, responded to emergency calls, and engaged in proactive policing strategies.

Reserve Police Officer- 1992-1996- Assigned to basic patrol and investigative functions
Police Officer 1996-1999- Assigned to patrol with a collateral duty of field training officer, part time investigator from 1998-1999 assigned to general crimes.