Spencer Van Hereweghe
Calgary,AB
Summary
Decorated and detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Performs at a high-level in stressful situations and with minimal supervision. Successful at developing positive relationships with colleagues and citizens. Approaches each situation with alertness, compassion and concern. Continually follows procedures to maintain safety, documentation and meet legal requirements.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Calgary Police Service
06.2002 - Current
- POSITIONS: General Patrol, Mountain Bike Patrol, Drug Undercover Street Team, Southern Alberta Integrated Gang Enforcement Team, Violent Crime Suppression Team and Tactical Unit (SWAT);
- Responded to calls for service involving crimes such as robberies, assaults, homicides, and narcotics violations;
- Drafted reports of crimes committed and criminal activity, and took appropriate action regarding the violator such as warning, citation, or arrest;
- Was part of a specialized investigative team focused on disrupting and dismantling organized crime groups and apprehending members of these gangs throughout the Province of Alberta;
- Provided testimony in court proceedings;
- As an undercover officer, infiltrated various crime groups for the purpose of gathering evidence related to drug and homicide type offences;
- Deployed to threats and situations beyond the capabilities of ordinary police units that are deemed high-risk. Situations included but were not limited to search and arrest warrants, incidents involving barricaded suspects, hostage rescues, or active shooters, vehicle flight.
- Certified to use, maintain and instruct in relation to a large variety of military grade weaponry, equipment, vehicles and explosives.
- Conditioned to long hours of work in strenuous conditions. High level of physical fitness.
Paramedic
Peace Hills EMS, Camrose EMS & Mountainview EMS
01.1998 - 06.2002
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate and life-saving medical care.;
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions;
- Liaised with police, fire department and other emergency responders to manage emergency scenes;
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as conferences or workshops to stay current on best practices in pre-hospital emergency medicine;
- Inspected/re-stocked equipment and resolved deficiencies prior to in-service operations;
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
Automotive Mechanic
Carstairs West Automotive
01.1995 - 01.1998
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues;
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Increased workshop efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace;
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications;
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Education
Paramedic Certificate - Advanced Care Paramedicine
Augustana University College
Camrose, AB2002
Automotive Mechanic Certificate - Automotive Repair
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Calgary2000
Automotive Mechanic Apprenticeship - Automotive Repair
Red Deer College
Red Deer, AB1997
Skills
- Crisis Intervention and De-escalation;
- Human Relations;
- Self-Defense Techniques;
- Gang Knowledge;
- Criminal Investigation;
- Undercover Investigations;
- Risk Mitigation;
- Emergency Vehicle Operation;
- First Aid;
- Emergency Planning;
- Physical Fitness;
- Mobile Surveillance;
- Weapons Recognition, Safe Handling & Maintenance
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- First Aid, CPR & Tactical Combat Casualty Care;
- Law Enforcement Sniper/Instructor (Ground & Airborne);
- High Angle Rappel Master/Rope Rescue;
- Pistol, Shotgun, Bolt Action, ARWEN, CEW and Assault Rifle Operator;
- Weapons Armourer;
- Explosives Technician Assistant;
- Close Personal Protection (FBI).
Timeline
Police Officer
Calgary Police Service
06.2002 - Current
Paramedic
Peace Hills EMS, Camrose EMS & Mountainview EMS
01.1998 - 06.2002
Automotive Mechanic
Carstairs West Automotive
01.1995 - 01.1998
Paramedic Certificate - Advanced Care Paramedicine
Augustana University College
Automotive Mechanic Certificate - Automotive Repair
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Automotive Mechanic Apprenticeship - Automotive Repair
Red Deer College
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