Timothy McHale
2619 N Main Ave, Scranton
Summary
Accomplished military veteran and law enforcement professional with extensive experience in investigations, risk assessment, emergency response, leadership, incident management, and security operations. Proven ability to operate effectively in high-stress environments, work collaboratively within diverse teams, and make critical decisions under pressure. Combines combat deployment experience, law enforcement, and a strong commitment to professionalism, adaptability, accountability, and mission success.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
City of Scranton
Scranton, PA
01.2020 - Current
- Promptly responded to emergent and non-emergent calls for service in a high-volume urban environment, utilizing sound judgment, tactical decision-making, and effective communication skills to resolve incidents and maintain public safety.
- Thoroughly investigated criminal, civil, and traffic-related incidents through scene assessment and documentation, evidence collection and preservation, witness and subject interviews, surveillance footage review, and records and databases inquiries.
- Prepared comprehensive incident reports, traffic crash reports, criminal affidavits, search warrant applications, as well as other legal documentation for investigations and court proceedings.
- Secured incident and crime scenes while identifying, collecting, documenting, and preserving physical and digital evidence for further investigation and judicial proceedings.
- Served in the SPD Highway Unit, responsible for responding to and investigating traffic crashes, vehicle-related crimes, and auto thefts.
- Served as a Field Training Officer (FTO), mentoring and evaluating newly hired officers while providing instruction on departmental policies, procedures, report writing, officer safety, and effective policing practices.
- Utilized firearms proficiency, tactical movement, effective communication, and team-based coordination to safely resolve high-risk incidents and ensure the safety of the public, victims, and responding personnel.
- Coordinated with prosecutors from the District Attorney's Office throughout criminal investigations and prosecutions, including preparation of cases and courtroom testimony.
- Selected to serve on the departments Tactical Response Team, participating in specialized training and tactical operations requiring advanced firearms proficiency, teamwork, and critical decision-making during high-risk incidents.
- Effected lawful arrests, managed individuals in custody, applied de-escalation techniques, and ensured compliance with constitutional standards, departmental policies, and applicable state laws.
Part-Time Police Officer
Throop Borough, Taylor Borough, South Abington Township
Lackawanna County, PA
05.2018 - 01.2020
- Served as a part-time police officer for three different municipal law enforcement agencies while simultaneously completing my bachelor's degree, demonstrating exceptional time management, adaptability, and commitment to professional development.
- Conducted proactive patrol and traffic enforcement activities while responding to emergent and non-emergent calls for service, rapidly gaining practical post-academy law enforcement experience and developing the ability to operate independently as a member of a small police agency.
- Investigated criminal, civil, and traffic related incidents through scene assessment, subject interviews, evidence collection, and report preparation.
- Utilized effective communication, conflict resolution, and de-escalation techniques to safely manage incidents and maintain public safety while operating within a small agency with limited staffing and resources.
- As a member of small municipal police agency, I coordinated with and supported neighboring law enforcement agencies during a variety of incidents and investigations, demonstrating adaptability, professionalism, and the ability to work effectively with personnel outside of my immediate organization.
- Demonstrated a commitment to professional development by independently attending and completing numerous law enforcement related training courses while simultaneously serving as a part-time officer and earning a bachelor's degree.
Fleet Marine Force Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy
Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, NC
07.2008 - 06.2015
- Began military service as a Naval Special Warfare candidate, participating in the Navy SEAL training pipeline where I developed exceptional teamwork, discipline, mental resilience, and the confidence to perform under physical and psychological stress.
- Subsequently reclassified into the Hospital Corpsman rating, successfully completing the Hospital Corpsman "A" school and continuing to the Field Medical Training Battalion (FMTB) program, qualifying as a Field Medical Service Technician assigned to support United States Marine Corps operations.
- Provided emergency, preventative, and routine medical care to service members and civilians in both garrison and forward deployed environments, independently evaluating and treating patients while coordinating with physicians, physicians assistant, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Conducted Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) during combat operations in Afghanistan by assessing, triaging, and treating casualties in high stress and austere environments while coordinating medical evacuations and continuity of care for injured personnel.
- Entrusted with the management, accountability, and distribution of prescription medications to patients while maintaining accurate medical records and ensuring proper inventory control of medical supplies and equipment.
- Assisted team members in mission-critical duties outside of my primary specialty, including radio communications, inventory and handling of explosives, Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) disposal support, operational security, and logistical inventory management, contributing to overall mission effectiveness and team readiness.
- Demonstrated firearms proficiency, tactical movement and awareness, and effective team coordination during convoy operations, security patrols, major combat operations, and explosive hazard response missions in support of military objectives.
- Collaborated with personnel from multiple U.S. military branches and allied foreign military forces during overseas operations, specifically serving as a medical specialist for a four-man Explosive Ordinance Disposal team embedded with the Georgian Armed Forces.
- Operated effectively in small, highly specialized teams requiring trust, accountability, adaptability, and ,mission-focused decision making.
Retail Associate
Schiff's Wholesale Cash and Carry
Scranton, Pa
06.2004 - 06.2008
- Maintained part-time employment throughout high school, demonstrating reliability, time management, and strong work ethic while balancing academic responsibilities.
- Assisted customers with product selection, purchases, and general service inquiries, providing professional and courteous customer service.
- Stocked and organized merchandise throughout multiple departments, ensuring product availability and maintaining store presentation standards.
- Loaded customer purchases and assisted with the handling and movement of bulk merchandise, frequently performing physically demanding tasks.
- Supported receiving and loading dock operations, including unloading deliveries, inventory, and distribution.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability by performing duties across customer service, stocking, produce, inventory, and receiving operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice And Psychology
Keystone College
La Plume, PA01.2020
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Lackawanna College
Scranton, Pa05.2018
Skills
- Investigations
- Tactical Operations
- Crisis Management
- Decision-Making Under Pressure
- Threat & Risk Assessment
- Evidence Collection & Preservation
- Report Writing & Documentation
- Conflict Resolution & De-escalation
- Team Leadership & Mentorship
- Interagency Coordination
- Emergency Medical Response
- Incident Response
Accomplishments
- Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and Psychology (Cum Laude)
- Associate of Science in Criminal Justice (President's List)
- Combat-deployed Fleet Marine Force (FMF) Hospital Corpsman; Recipient of the Purple Heart and Combat Action Ribbon; qualified as a Fleet Marine Force Warfare Specialist.
- Completed two combat deployments to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
- Field Training Officer (FTO)
- Member of the Scranton Police Department's Tactical Response Team
- Assigned to the Scranton Police Dept's Highway Unit
Certification
- Pennsylvania ACT 120 Police Academy
- Fleet Marine Force (FMF) Warfare Qualification
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC)
- CPR/BLS certified
- Field Training Officer (FTO)
- NTOA Basic Swat Certification
- Active Shooter Response
- Crisis Intervention Team (CIT)
- EVOC
- Interviewing Techniques
Timeline
Police Officer
City of Scranton
01.2020 - Current
Part-Time Police Officer
Throop Borough, Taylor Borough, South Abington Township
05.2018 - 01.2020
Fleet Marine Force Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy
07.2008 - 06.2015
Retail Associate
Schiff's Wholesale Cash and Carry
06.2004 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice And Psychology
Keystone College
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Lackawanna College