Christopher Harper
Louisville
Summary
Police Officer highly effective at taking leadership direction from superiors as well as mentoring junior officers. Believes that willingness to learn and emphasis on teamwork are essential qualities of successful law enforcement officers. Focused on maintaining strong relationships with coworkers and community.
Quick-thinking Police Officer skilled in assessing risks and making critical decisions under pressure. Trained in crisis management, defensive tactics and appropriate use of different techniques. Dedicated to minimizing use of force and maximizing positive outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2011
2011
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Police Officer
Louisville Metro Police Department
Louisville
06.2022 - Current
- Enforced laws and regulations within community to ensure public safety.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and dispatched units as needed.
- Conducted traffic stops and issued citations or warnings for violations.
- Conducted on scene preliminary investigations.
- Interrogated suspects on scene, interviewed witnesses and victims, and established probable cause for arrests or citations based on articulable facts.
- Presented and appeared for court as directed.
- Conducted proactive business checks and directed activity in higher crime areas to prevent and deter crime.
- Participated in mandatory in-service training as required.
- Completed reports for various tasks such as criminal reports, domestic violence reports, traffic accidents, use of force statements, and blue team reports as needed.
- Conducted surveillance for wanted individuals as time allowed.
- Participated in several voluntary trainings with our full-time SWAT team.
- Participated in training and maintained proficiency with all department issued firearms, including the Glock 17 pistol, FN AR-15 patrol rifle, and Remington 870 less lethal shotgun.
- Collaborated with community members to build trust and improve relations.
- Collaborated with other police departments in the area.
- Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
- Performed CPR and other rescue techniques on individuals in medical emergencies.
- Counseled victims of domestic violence regarding available resources and legal options.
Security Officer
Norton Healthcare
Louisville
05.2017 - 06.2022
- Monitored facility security to ensure safety of patients and staff.
- Conducted regular patrols to maintain a secure environment across premises.
- Responded promptly to security incidents and emergencies, ensuring appropriate action.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement during investigations and emergency situations.
- Enforced hospital policies and procedures regarding access control and visitor management.
- Provided assistance to staff during crisis situations, ensuring a calm response.
- Documented daily activities and incidents in detailed reports for review by management.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
- Adhered to post orders while maintaining a visible presence around the property.
- Responsible for monitoring patients who were on 72 hour psychiatric holds.
- Responded to the hospital’s psychiatric floor to assist with de-escalation, up to and including use of force within hospital policy.
Loader/Handler
Brinks Global Services
Louisville
11.2016 - 05.2017
- Prepared shipments for transport ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory movement during loading operations.
- Required to carry and be proficient with a firearm.
- Required to handle and maintain large amounts of cash, gold, diamonds, and other value items.
- Required to drive valuable items to headquarters in an armored vehicle as needed.
- Provided assistance to co-workers when needed throughout the day including but not limited to lifting heavy objects and packing boxes.
Security Officer
Vantiv Integrated Payments
Louisville
03.2012 - 11.2016
- Monitored facility security to ensure safety of patients and staff.
- Conducted regular patrols to maintain a secure environment across premises.
- Responded promptly to security incidents and emergencies, ensuring appropriate action.
- Trained new security personnel on protocols and emergency response procedures.
- Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Confirmed visitor identification prior to granting entry into the building.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies, and regulations.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
- Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required.
- Enforced access control measures in accordance with established procedures.
- Wrote reports outlining thefts, unauthorized access violations, or other unusual occurrences to help support later criminal or civil actions.
- Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
- Monitored CCTV systems to ensure safety and security of premises.
Package Handler
United Parcel Service, UPS
Louisville
12.2010 - 12.2012
- Sorted packages efficiently for timely distribution to various locations.
- Operated machinery to lift and move heavy items safely.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the work area consistently.
- Assisted in loading delivery trucks with prepared packages.
- Loaded and unloaded packages from delivery vehicles with manual and powered equipment.
- Resolved conveyor system issues by clearing jams and blockages.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles efficiently, ensuring timely distribution of packages.
- Participated in regular safety meetings and training sessions.
- Worked flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, to meet business needs.
Education
KY POPS Certification - Police Training
Louisville Metro Police Academy
06.2022 - 03.2023
Pleasure Ridge Park High School
Louisville, KYSkills
- Law enforcement
- Crime prevention
- Emergency response
- Report writing
- Firearms proficiency
- Community engagement
- Conflict resolution
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Tactical policing
- Patience and empathy
- Courtroom testimony
- CPR/First aid certified
- Self-defense training
- Community oriented policing
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Cultural awareness
- De-escalation techniques
Accomplishments
- Made a two time squad leader in the police academy.
- Metro Academy Class 54 valedictorian with an overall graduating test score of over 98%.
- Has received 23 commendation letters in less than 3 total years on patrol with LMPD.
- Received the Distinguished Lifesaving award in 2025.
Timeline
Police Officer
Louisville Metro Police Department
06.2022 - Current
KY POPS Certification - Police Training
Louisville Metro Police Academy
06.2022 - 03.2023
Security Officer
Norton Healthcare
05.2017 - 06.2022
Loader/Handler
Brinks Global Services
11.2016 - 05.2017
Security Officer
Vantiv Integrated Payments
03.2012 - 11.2016
Package Handler
United Parcel Service, UPS
12.2010 - 12.2012
Pleasure Ridge Park High School