Blake Steininger
Summary
With a proven track record in law enforcement and security, my tenure at the City of Pittsburgh showcased my adeptness in criminal investigations and crisis management, highlighting my physical fitness and exceptional proactivity within law enforcement. Skilled in surveillance and firearms proficiency, I've significantly contributed to reducing crime rates and enhancing public safety through strategic interventions and collaborations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
City of Pittsburgh
08.2019 - Current
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Have taken elective trainings to include Pennsylvania Search and Seizure Laws, Patrol Tactics, Officer Safety Tactics, and Criminal Interdiction Trainings. Through these trainings, I have received trainings and skills to identify individuals involved in criminal activity to include those illegally dealing narcotics and illegally carrying and concealing firearms within their vehicles as well as on their persons. I have made and assisted in numerous narcotics related arrests to include large quantities of controlled substances being seized. I have also made and assisted in numerous arrests and investigations of individuals illegally possessing firearms. I have assisted PBP Narcotics, DEA, ATF, and United States Attorneys Office with multiple narcotics, firearms, and organized crime related cases.
- Conducted and utilized confidential informers, to aid in investigations and affect arrests.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
Security Forces Specialist
United States Air National Guard
06.2017 - 06.2023
- Enhanced personal readiness for action by consistently participating in ongoing training exercises, seminars, and workshops related to security forces operations.
- Implemented preventive measures against potential threats through proactive identification of vulnerabilities within assigned locations.
- Demonstrated exceptional conflict resolution skills when faced with potentially hostile situations, diffusing tensions through diplomacy and tactful intervention.
- Conducted detailed investigations into suspicious activities, gathering evidence and collaborating with relevant authorities to resolve incidents.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless coordination during emergency situations and crisis management.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, upholding confidentiality.
Private Investigator
Agency Group
12.2018 - 08.2019
- 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.
- Exceeded client expectations by delivering comprehensive reports detailing case findings and recommendations in a timely manner.
- Produced professional reports outlining findings of cases, expenses incurred and any important incidents.
- Tracked claimants through routine and notable activities and documented findings with videos, photographs and audio recordings.
- Investigated individuals claiming disability to identify and document fraud.
- Set up both auditory and visual monitoring and recording devices.
Education
Associate - Criminal Justice
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion, PA08.2018
Skills
- Report writing
- Criminal investigations
- Physical fitness
- Background investigations
- Search and seizure laws
- Crime prevention
- Surveillance
- Firearms proficiency
- Drug enforcement
Timeline
Police Officer
City of Pittsburgh
08.2019 - Current
Private Investigator
Agency Group
12.2018 - 08.2019
Security Forces Specialist
United States Air National Guard
06.2017 - 06.2023
Associate - Criminal Justice
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
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