Travis Minnig
Locust Gap
Summary
Experienced Police officer with background in criminal investigations and specialized experience, concentrating on narcotic operations and proficient in planning and conducting long and short term surveillance. Offers solid record of closing cases, including high felony drug manufacturing and distribution including over one hundred arrests, majority being drug related within two years. Works well under pressure to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizations mission. History of strong work ethic, versatility, integrity and the call for service from the multiple years in the United States Marine Corps.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Patrolman Narcotics Officer
Shamokin Police Department
12.2021 - Current
- Conducted surveillance to monitor activities within narcotic investigations.
- Effectively managed operations using confidential informants for controlled narcotic buys.
- Managed and executed search warrants upon dwellings and vehicles in connections to narcotic investigations.
- Collaborated with State and Federal law enforcement agencies to complete investigations and apprehend suspects.
- Served on Northumberland-Montour County Drug Task Force
- Testified under oath in court cases and administrative hearings.
- Interview/interrogate witnesses and suspects, compile comprehensive reports, and submit case files to prosecuting attorneys to facilitate preparations of court cases and testimonies.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Effectively led investigations, ensured safety protocols were followed, and handled high-pressure situations.
Infantryman
United States Marine Corps
06.2013 - 06.2018
- Served as a member of the Fleet anti-terrorism security team.
- Ensured outer perimeter security for U.S. installation Guantanamo Bay, Cuba
- Successfully completed trainings and tactics involving close quarters combat.
- Deployed as a rapid response force to immediately improve security at United States Government installations as well as infantry quick reaction force.
- Gained extensive experience in a less lethal tactics and riot control.
- Served as a team leader overseeing and delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Jointly responsible for the security and maintenance of government weapons within transportation throughout the United States and abroad.
- Successfully completed U.S. Marine Scout Sniper indoctrination.
- Platoon Sergeant accountable for more than 40 Marines overseeing the judicial system within the Marine Corps
Education
Act 120 - Police Academy
Lackawanna College
Scranton, PA06.2022
No Degree - CDL Class A Driving
Miller-Motte Technical College
Jacksonville, NC2018
High School Diploma -
Mount Carmel Area High School
Mount Carmel, PA06.2013
Skills
- Multitasking
- Working collaboratively
- Leadership
- Adaptability
- Attention to detail
- Strong work ethic
- Flexibility
- Integrity
- Accountability
- Critical thinker
- Devotion
- Physically fit
Accomplishments
- Demonstrated top proficiency in shooting in the categories of Pistol, Shotgun and Rifle in the Police Academy class
- Performed highest in operating emergency response vehicles throughout police academy class
- Successfully managed and lead as Class Captain throughout Act 120 Police Academy
- Certificate of Commendation awarded through the United States Marine Corps
Certification
- Advanced Narcotics Operations
- Advanced Roadside Driving Enforcement
- Low Light Tactical Training
- Emergency Vehicle Operator Course
- Service Pistol and Patrol Rifle
- CPR and CFR
- Advanced Urban Combat
- Less Lethal Training
- Basic Security guard course
- Rifleman at School of Infantry
Timeline
Police Patrolman Narcotics Officer
Shamokin Police Department
12.2021 - Current
Infantryman
United States Marine Corps
06.2013 - 06.2018
Act 120 - Police Academy
Lackawanna College
No Degree - CDL Class A Driving
Miller-Motte Technical College
High School Diploma -
Mount Carmel Area High School
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