CLIFTON RHODES JR.

4470 W. Guadalupe Circle. East Chicago, IN 46312

(219) 746-5413
cr52fdb6@westpost.net
Summary
Accomplished professional with fifteen years of proven experience in management
and achieving organizational goals. A team player with multitasking skills, who
successfully completes projects within a timely manner and adhere to budget cons
traints. Exemplifies leadership qualities and professionalism, backed by a consi
stent and verifiable record of achievement.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
INDIANA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, Indianapolis, IN Present
District Training and Exercise Coordinator (Emergency Preparedness)
Assesses the training needs of local Health Departments in 5 Indiana Counties/2
Cities.
Coordinate and facilitates exercises of public health preparedness and emergenc
y response plans at the local district level
Functions as a trainer, facilitator, and evaluator of exercise
Provide expert technical assistance to district staff, local health departments
, and other Public health stakeholders elated to public health preparedness and
emergency response plans, policies and procedures
Coordinate and completes the Local Technical Assistance Review (LTAR) for each
local health department within the district on an annual basis
SCHOOL SCITY OF EAST CHICAGO, East Chicago, IN 2006-2007
Asst. Director School Safety /School Safety Specialist
Coordinate safety plan for each school in the school district
Develop safety plans for the ten schools in the school district
Act as a resource and trainer for staff members on issues related to safety, se
curity and discipline
Developed and Coordinate emergency preparedness plans and procedures
Screen qualified applicants, verifying applicant, review credentials and crimin
al
background
EAST CHICAGO POLICE DEPARTMENT, East Chicago, IN 1994 -2005
Commander /Patrol Division
Coordinated multi-law enforcement agency task force initiatives
Managed daily operation and supervision of 130 police officers and civilian emp
loyees
Conducted high profile briefings to Chief of Police, city officials and local m
edia
Performed extensive college recruitment, implemented career fair and jurisdicti
onal
searches
Preparation of the budget by recommending personnel and capital needs for a div
ision; directing or personally investigating citizen complaints about police per
sonnel conduct and services.
Organizing and directing personnel and equipment during major events or
emergencies; interacting with community organizations and representing the Polic
e Department on various committees and boards; coordinating activities with
other law enforcement agencies; and participating in various citywide projects a
nd/or programs.
HOUSING AUTHORITY, East Chicago, IN 1994-2005
Supervisor
 Supervised over 20 officers, managed yearly budget, and schedule officers daily
Acted as a liaison between the Police and Housing Authority in efforts to comba
t crime
Monitored security camera, vehicle patrol, and firer watch checks in buildings
Administered crime prevention programs, counseling and guidance to residence
EDUCATION
VINCENNES UNIVERSITY, Vincennes, IN Law Enforcement, Associate of Science
LAW ENFORCEMENT ACADEMY, Plainfield, IN. Police Officer Certification
NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY, Evanston, IL. Staff & Command, Diploma
INDIANA STATE UNIVERSITY, Terre Haute, IN Criminology, Course Work
INDIANA SCHOOL SAFETY ACADEMY, Indianapolis, IN Certification
CERTIFICATION & CERTIFICATES
Reid Technique of Interviewing and Interrogation (Chicago, IL)
Northwest Indiana Law Enforcement Academy
Crime Scene Investigation
EVOC Emergency Vehicle Operation Course
High Risk Incident Management
Supervision Module I & II (Leadership & Motivation)
SARA Problem Solving
Emergency Management Institute (FEMA) US Department of Homeland Security
Multi-Hazard Emergency Planning for School
Incident Command System for School
Incident Command System
Introduction to Exercise
Introduction to Incident Command for Health Care/Hospitals
Emergency Support Function (EFS)Energy#12
Exercise Design
Exercise Planning
Exercise Evaluation and Improvement Planning
National Response Framework
Introduction to Public Assistance Process
NIMS Intrastate Mutual Aid
HSEEP (Homeland Security Exercise Evaluation Program)
NIMS 100,200,300, 400,700,800
Emergency Support Function (EFS) #13 Public Safety and Security Annex
AGTERROR Response Training/Kirkwood Community College
Foreign Animal Disease Response Training Officer Course
School of Police Staff and Command
Human Resource
Managerial Accounting
Strategic Planning & Mgmt
Media Relations
East Chicago Police Department, East Chicago Indiana
Microsoft PowerPoint Certificate
Multi-jurisdictional Counter Drug Task Force Training
Gang Investigation
Fort Wayne Regional Community Policing Institute
Crime Prevention
Calumet College of Saint Joseph, Whiting Indiana
Role of the Supervisor Certificate
S.W.A.T. Team/ Tactical & Operation Training
Lake County Sheriff Department
Muncie Police Training Academy
Drug Enforcement Agency (D.E.A.)
State of Indiana
Substitute Teachers Certificate
Childcare Ministries Certification
First Aid
CPR
HONOR & ACTIVITIES
Man of Valor Award
Outstanding Lake County Law Enforcement Officer
Martin Luther King Medal of Leadership (Vincennes University)
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity