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- 1. 104 Wild Rose Street Harold W. Sperringer M: 304-282-2043 Morgantown, WV 26508 hsperringer@gmail Professional Summary Skilled, proven law enforcement leader, with a long record of exceeding established community goals. Combining broad and deep skills in executive leadership, budget management, interpersonal communication, planning, organization, with keen decision making skills have allowed me to forge a solid record of building and maintaining strong relationships within diverse socio-economic populations, businesses and professional organizations. Current city of responsibility contains approximately 60,000 residents and is home to a major Division I University, with a student population of over 30,000 students. Assigned Police Department operates as the hub for North Central West Virginia, responding to over 49,000 service calls for service. The city hosts a large number of major special events, attracting large crowds that can exceed over 100,000 spectators, resulting in regular national media coverage. Skills Leading / Motivating highly skilled law enforcement teams Community Relationship Building Proposal / Project Management Complex Problem solving / Mediation Cultural Sensitivity Special Response / Underwater Search and Recovery Grant Writing / Management Effective Communicator Professional Experience Morgantown Police Department Morgantown, WV Assistant Chief of Police (Rank of Captain) December 2014 to present ï‚· Supervise command staff and division commanders (72 Police Officers / 11 civilian employees) ï‚· Assume role of Chief of Police in his absence ï‚· Prepare, maintain, and manage $6.9M police department budget ï‚· Manage all divisions within the Police Department, to include: Patrol, Detective, Street Crimes, Special Services, Special Response team, and Underwater Search and Recovery ï‚· Responsible for allocating departmental equipment resources ï‚· Manage fleet of 70 vehicles, including: patrol vehicles, watercraft, and specialized vehicles ï‚· Liaison with public media. Coordinate television production between the Police Department and national television programs, to include CBS 48 Hours, The Oxygen Network, and Discovery ID ï‚· Collaborate with West Virginia University Department of Public Safety to develop, coordinate, plan, and implement responses to emergency situations, large athletic events and day to day operations Morgantown Police Department Morgantown, WV Day Shift Patrol Commander August 2012 to December 2014 ï‚· Assumes management responsibilities for patrol division and oversees special projects ï‚· Manages and participates in development of departmental goals, objectives, policies and procedures ï‚· Plans / Direct / Coordinate work plans for assigned staff; assigns work activities and evaluates progress ï‚· Assists Chief of Police in planning, maintaining and implementing of Police Department annual budget ï‚· Supervises, reviews and participates in the preparation of reports and other written material ï‚· Responds to most difficult inquiries and requests for information; assists in the hearing and adjustment of civilian complaints; conducts and oversees sensitive and complex internal and external investigations
- 2.  Responds to major incidents reported to the Police Department and ensures all personnel are following emergency management protocol; assumes command of incidents as needed for the situation Morgantown Police Department Morgantown, WV Operation’s Commander February 2008 to August 2012  Exercise supervision of patrol staff  Recommends and assists in the implementation of goals and objectives of the department  Establishes schedules and methods for patrol and investigative activities and functions  Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises and reviews the work of staff involved in patrol and investigations  Acts as supervisor for critical incidents  Plans, coordinates, conducts and supervises special operations, annual events and special events that occur within the city  Assist Chief of Police in planning, maintaining and implementing the Police Department annual budget Morgantown Police Department Morgantown, WV Detective Division Commander February 2006 to February 2008  Direct, train and supervise subordinates and civilian employees  Supervise and coordinate the investigation of criminal investigations, offer guidance and expertise to investigators and ensure the procedures are conducted in accordance with the laws and regulations  Maintain logs, prepare reports and direct the handling and maintenance of departmental records  Monitor and evaluate the job performance of subordinates and civilian employees  Direct collection, preparation and handling of evidence  Prepare press releases and conduct media interviews on critical incidents Morgantown Police Department Morgantown, WV Patrol Supervisor April 2004 to February 2006  Direct, train and supervise subordinates and civilian employees  Review reports and paperwork prepared by officers for completeness and accuracy  Supervise critical incidents, major accidents, crime scenes and other investigations  Coordinate and communicate with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies Morgantown Police Department Morgantown, WV Detective October 1996 to April 2004  Conduct criminal investigations; Develop / maintain accurate and professional case files  Prepare cases for prosecution and testifying in court  Coordinate / communicate with local state / federal law enforcement agencies Morgantown Police Department Morgantown, WV Patrol Officer April 1991 to October 1996  Investigate criminal offenses & traffic accidents / Communicate with citizens United States Army Military Police Investigator May 1985 to June 1990  Direct, train and supervise soldiers / Evaluate soldiers job performance and abilities  Investigate criminal offenses that occur on military installations / Provide security to VIP’s
- 3. Education University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Master of Arts in Administrative Leadership University of Oklahoma, Norman, Ok Bachelor of Arts in Administrative Leadership FBI National Academy, Quantico, VA Graduate of 241st Session United States Army Military Police Investigator Course References References available upon request
- 4. Certifications Executive Leadership Managing Internal Affairs National Incident Management System (NIMS) IS-100.LEb through IS-800.b Criminal Investigation Managing an investigative unit Instructor Development Managing Critical Incidents for Higher Education Institutions Homeland Security Exercise & Evaluation Program (HSEEP), FEMA I-120 Criminal procedures Advanced supervisory methods Police operations Interpersonal communication for Law Enforcement Executives Workplace violence prevention Human trafficking Media strategies for Law Enforcement Leadership for missing and exploited children Forensic response to missing and abducted children Crime scene technician Managing property and evidence in Law Enforcement agencies Riot Control and civil disturbance command strategies Grant writing and management Taser ASP Special Response Team tactics Patrol rifle Dive Rescue HAZMAT Diver Boards and Affiliations Monongalia County Crime Prevention Coalition WVU & Greater Morgantown Safe Communities Initiative Monongalia County Narcotics Task Force Board Monongalia, Marion, Harrison Addiction Action Plan; organized by U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of West Virginia International Association of Chiefs of Police West Virginia Chiefs of Police Association FBI National Academy Association Fraternal order of Police, Lodge #87 Federal Bureau of Corrections, Community Relations Board Professional Association of Diving Instructors, Dive Master Parent Representative to the Morgantown High School Athletics Boosters
- 5. TOP CAREER ACHIEVEMENTS - Harold Sperringer - 1) Instrumental in founding and developing the Morgantown Underwater Search and Recovery team whose members consist of Police and Fire personnel. The USRT has successfully recovered numerous items of evidence that aided in the successful identification of the responsible suspect. The USRT has also aided several families with the locating missing family members due to drowning. 2) Responsible for securing a FEMA Port Security Grant in an amount of over $250,000 for the Morgantown Underwater Search and Recovery Team. The items purchased from this grant has provided the USRT with much needed equipment and training that ensures the safety of the divers and the ability to successfully accomplish its mission. 3) Developed in conjunction with the West Virginia University Office of Multi-Cultural Programs the Conversations with a Cop program which is designed to build cooperative relationships with the various cultures within West Virginia University and the citizens of Morgantown. 4) Established and maintained exceptional relationships with departments within the city in order to accomplish assigned tasks, attain successful completion of major planned and unforeseen events, and maintain the safety and security of the citizens of Morgantown. These departments include: Airport, Code Enforcement, Engineering, Finance, Fire, Fleet Maintenance, Human Resources, Municipal Court, Parking Authority, Planning, Recreation, Signs and Signals, Street, Public Works, and the Utility Board. 5) Successfully developed long term partnerships between the Morgantown Police Department and surrounding law enforcement agencies, including federal law enforcement agencies, which encourages information sharing, intelligence sharing, training, and personal relationships. These relationships have led to numerous successful prosecutions of locally organized criminal elements. 6) Attended and graduated from the 241st Session of the Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy. The FBINA is a ten week professional development course held at the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia. The FBI National Academy was developed to improve the administration of justice in police departments in the U.S. and many foreign countries. The National Academy prepares law enforcement leaders for complex, dynamic, and contemporary challenges through innovative techniques, facilitating excellence in education and research, and forging partnerships throughout the world. 7) Instrumental in the development of the Morgantown Area Disaster Plan. The disaster plan is a collaborative effort between Law Enforcement and first responders throughout the northern region of West Virginia in order to anticipate and properly prepare for disasters that are both natural and man- made. This plan was put to the test during the winter of 2013. First responders following the disaster plan were successful in ensuring the safety of the citizens, along with the first responders. 8) Responsible for planning and managing large athletic and entertainment events that occur annually in and around the City of Morgantown. These events can draw over 100,000 spectators and participants. These events include WVU football games and concerts, the MountainFest motorcycle rally, and the Morgantown Marathon and Triathlon. 9) For the past three years, worked side by side with the Chief of Police in the strategic planning for the overall departmental goals and objective. These goals and objectives are the roadmap for the success of the police department. Some of these objectives include crime reduction and prevention, community policing programs, officer development, cultural diversity, and community/police relations. Due to the successful strategic planning, the relationships between the community, businesses, local government and the police department have greatly improved.
- 6. 10) Have the primary responsibility for analyzing the departmental needs in order to prepare recommendations to the Chief of Police and City Manager for the preparation of the capital improvement plan for the Morgantown Police Department. Based on this analyses, the department has seen success in the acquisition of several large equipment purchases, including new police vehicles, ballistic vests, additional personnel, specialty vehicles, and computer systems. 11) Currently principally involved in the ongoing multi-million dollar exploration for the funding and procurement of a viable alternative for the current Computer Aided Dispatch and Record Management System for first responder agencies in the northern region of West Virginia. 12) Over the past five years, have been the primary authority in researching, writing, reviewing and developing the Policy and procedures, and General Orders for the Morgantown Police Department. These policies and General Orders are the backbone of the department by providing the officer the direction needed to respond to the ever changing dynamics of law enforcement. 13) The primary supervisor for the command and administrative staff of the Morgantown Police Department. During my time as the Assistant Chief of Police, noticeable improvement have been made in the overall morale of the department, the flow of communication has been enhanced so that misunderstandings have greatly been reduced, and the overall community perception of the department has improved. 14) Collaborated, in conjunction with the City Manager and the Chief of Police, in the implementation of a city wide user fee that will add an additional 1.9 million dollars to the capital outlay of the Police Department budget. This increase will add to the manning strength of the Police Department and allow for the purchase of much needed equipment to aid in the protection and security of the citizens.