Jeffrey Pittman
Surprise
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in criminal investigations. Proven skills in community engagement and problem-solving, and strong communication skills.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Glendale Police Department
Glendale
05.2004 - Current
- Patrolled neighborhoods to enhance safety and deter criminal activity.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided immediate assistance to citizens.
- Conducted thorough investigations, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to support case resolutions.
- Enforced traffic laws and issued citations for violations.
- Collaborated with community organizations to promote public safety initiatives.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting incidents and actions taken.
- Trained new officers on protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Engaged with community through outreach programs and events to foster trust and promote public safety.
- Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects to conduct thorough criminal investigations.
- Attended training sessions to maintain proficiency in law enforcement techniques.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
- Performed CPR and other rescue techniques on individuals in medical emergencies.
- Provided testimony in court regarding investigations conducted.
- Monitored radio transmissions from dispatch regarding reported crimes or emergencies.
- Advised citizens on safety precautions and preventive measures against crime.
- Developed positive relationships with members of the community through outreach programs.
- Utilized various technologies including computers, cameras, and radar guns to complete job duties.
- Subdued resisting subjects with defensive tactics and approved nonlethal weapons.
- Partnered with team members to implement service initiatives and achieve team objectives.
- Educated youth groups about the dangers of drug abuse and gang violence.
- Maintained order during civil disturbances or protests.
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public order and safety.
- Conducted investigations into criminal activities and gathered evidence.
- Training courses: Trends in Arizona Narcotic Investigations 4hrs 7/2021, The Fourth Amendment 4hr 7/2021, Social media investigations 4hrs 7/2021, LAPD Rampart Scandal- A supervisor’s lessons learned 6hrs 2/2020, Behavioral Health Intervention and Strategies for Law Enforcement 4.75 hrs. 6/2018, TruNarc Training 5hrs, Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) 35hrs 4/2015, Law Enforcement Active Shooter Emergency Response 8hrs 8/2014, Basic PSU training- Training on proper documentation and learned when PSU should be involved and what Sergeants can and should handle 9hrs 5/2012, Investigating prescription drug crimes 8hrs 10/2012, Project Safe Neighborhoods Anti-Gang Training 20hrs 10/2011, Undercover Techniques and Survival- Undercover officer training 40hrs 3/2010, Two Week Basic Narcotics Officer School 80 Hours DEA Oct 2009, Principles of Successful interviewing 24hrs 7/2009, General Instructor Training 40hrs 7/2008, Field Training Officer Course (FTO) 20hrs 7/2008, Arizona Law Enforcement Academy 4mths 6-9/2004
Correctional Officer
Arizona Department of Corrections
Buckeye
08.2000 - 05.2004
- Managed crisis situations, applying de-escalation techniques effectively.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Supervised inmate activities to promote compliance with facility regulations and maintain order.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation, work assignments, medical visits, and court appearances to ensure safety and security.
- Conducted regular inspections to maintain safety and security standards.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Conducted headcounts to ensure that all inmates were accounted for.
- Documented incidents and maintained accurate reports to support effective incident management and accountability.
- Supervised offender work assignments and evaluated performance for compliance with standard regulations.
Branch Manager
Dewey Pest Control
El Cajon
08.1994 - 06.2000
- Managed daily operations of pest control branch to ensure service quality.
- Managed daily branch operations, overseeing accounts payable and receivable to ensure financial accuracy and operational efficiency.
- Supervised staff training and development programs, improving team skills and service delivery.
- Managed staff scheduling, hiring and training processes.
- Conducted performance evaluations to provide feedback and set improvement goals for staff.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for all employees in the branch.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment for employees and clients.
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring availability of pest control products and equipment.
- Built customer relationships through effective communication and proactive service follow-ups, enhancing client satisfaction.
- Built strong rapport with new and existing clients to better serve financial needs and promote branch loyalty.
- Provided guidance and support to team members regarding problem resolution and customer service issues.
- Assigned duties to employees and examined work for accuracy, neatness and timeliness.
- Performed regular audits of financial records in order to ensure accuracy.
- Assisted other branches during peak periods and special projects.
- Supported outside sales force in servicing and obtaining new business.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Law Enforcement Technology
Maricopa Community Colleges, Rio Salado Community College
Tempe, AZ09-2004
Certificate of Completion - Correctional Technology
Maricopa Community Colleges, Rio Salado Community College
Tempe, AZ10-2000
High School Diploma -
Granite Hills High School
El Cajon06-1991
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Grossmont College
El Cajon, CASome College (No Degree) - General Studies
Cuyamaca College
El Cajon, CASkills
- Traffic enforcement
- Criminal investigations
- Drug laws enforcement
- Evidence gathering
- Problem solving
- Search and seizure laws
- Search and seizure warrants
- Emergency response
- CPR and first aid
- Public safety operations
- Report writing
- Court testimony
- Case management
- De-escalation techniques
- Crime prevention
- Community engagement
- De-escalation techniques
- Public safety operations
Certification
- Trends in Arizona Narcotic Investigations 4 Hours Arizona Narcotics Officers Association Conference/ Glendale PD July 2021
- The Fourth Amendment 4 Hours Arizona Narcotics Officers Association Conference/ Glendale PD July 2021
- Command Presence/De-Escalation Communication 2.5 Hours Glendale Training Center/ Glendale PD May 2020
- LAPD Rampart Scandal- A supervisor’s lessons learned 6 Hours Arizona HIDTA/ Glendale PD Feb 2020
- Behavioral Health Intervention and Strategies for Law Enforcement 4.75 Hours Glendale Training-Digital Media/ Glendale PD June 2018
- TruNarc Training 5 Hours Glendale Training Center/ Glendale PD
- Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) 35 Hours Tempe Training/ Glendale PD April 2015
- GLAD supervisor training classes. Weekly Classes that ranged in time from 30mins to 2hrs City of Glendale HR/ Glendale PD Aug-Nov 2015
- National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians-Provider Course- Advanced Training on first aid and for the treating of gun shots. 8 Hours NAEMT/ Glendale PD Dec 2014
- Law Enforcement Active Shooter Emergency Response 8 Hours Phoenix-National Center for Biomedical Research and Training/ Glendale PD Aug 2014
- Basic PSU training- Training on proper documentation and learned when PSU should be involved and what Sergeants can and should handle. 9 Hours Glendale Training Center- PSU/ Glendale PD May 2012
- Project Safe Neighborhoods Anti-Gang Training 20 Hours Glendale Training Center- DOJ/ Glendale PD Oct 2011
- Undercover Techniques and Survival- Undercover officer training 40 Hours Camp Dodge, Iowa-MCTC/ Glendale PD March 2010
- Two Week Basic Narcotics Officer School 80 Hours DEA/ Glendale PD Oct 2009
- Principles of Successful interviewing 24 Hours Glendale Training Center- Rocky Mountain Training Group/ Glendale PD July 2009
- General Instructor Training 40 Hours Glendale Training- AZ Post/ Glendale PD July 2008
- Field Training Officer Course (FTO) 20 Hours Glendale Training- Glendale PD July 2008
- Graduation of the
Arizona Law Enforcement Academy 4 Months ALEA/ Glendale PD June-Sept 2004
Timeline
Police Officer
Glendale Police Department
05.2004 - Current
Correctional Officer
Arizona Department of Corrections
08.2000 - 05.2004
Branch Manager
Dewey Pest Control
08.1994 - 06.2000
Certificate of Completion - Law Enforcement Technology
Maricopa Community Colleges, Rio Salado Community College
Certificate of Completion - Correctional Technology
Maricopa Community Colleges, Rio Salado Community College
High School Diploma -
Granite Hills High School
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Grossmont College
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Cuyamaca College