Joseph Celichowski has over 33 years of experience in law enforcement and criminal investigations. He has worked as a police officer, detective, internal affairs investigator, and security officer. His experience includes investigating crimes, processing evidence, testifying in court, and supervising security officers. He has a background in criminal justice education and extensive training in law enforcement, investigations, and emergency response.

1. JOSEPH CELICHOWSKI
3135 72nd Ave
Kenosha, WI 53144
Cellular 262-331-3271
Home 262-359-9276
Email: glpddelta53@yahoo.com
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Professional Summary and Key Areas of Expertise
Highly qualified professional offering over 33 continuous years of diversified and in-depth experience as a Criminal Investigator and
Law Enforcement Officer insuring the protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances, criminal investigations,
crime prevention, evidence collection, case preparation and court testimony, provide information and assistance to the general
public. Excellent communication and people skills, well organized regarding administrative and investigative functions.
• Excellent Investigative and Interview skills • Superior Communication Skills
• Sound leadership qualities • Proficient in Microsoft word and Excel
• Dedicated and reliable • Solid Administrative Skills
• Multitask projects and assignments • Problem Solver and Data Analysis
Current Employment
LTD Commodities, LLC, Bannockburn, IL 1998 to Present
Security Officer in Charge (OIC)
I work directly under the security manager supervising security officers, assisting the writing of security directives and instructions,
Make out work assignments and the security officers daily and monthly work schedules. Provide inner/outer security to the company
facility and property by both foot and motorized patrol. Monitor the entrance and exit points verifying that all employees and visitors
are wearing or obtain proper identification. Respond to emergencies such as internal alarms, medical assistance, disruptive
personnel and terminations. Protect the employee's, visitors and the company property. Attempt to deter and discourage employee
theft. Monitor and respond to burglar and fire alarms while maintaining exceptional knowledge of both alarm systems. Assist
outside agencies such as police, fire and medical personnel when on company property. Assist Human Resources in
security/employee matters when deemed necessary. Maintain proficiency in the operations of the company burglar and fire alarm
systems
Employment History and Selected Accomplishments
Great Lakes Police Department, Great Lakes, IL 2000-2013 Retired
Detective/Internal Affairs Investigator/Evidence Custodian
• Investigate criminal activities such as fraud, burglaries, thefts, crimes against people and property along with other assigned
duties. Assist other LE agencies in the collection of information, identification of criminal offenses, and recovery of stolen
property. Process crime scenes, collect and process physical evidence, Interview witnesses and victims, interrogate suspects
• Internal Affairs Investigator-Follow up and investigate complaints of misconduct against department personnel for the Dept.
• Accurately prepare and complete investigative reports, records, logs and related documents, testify in court, obtain warrants
and subpoenas when deemed necessary, Arrest/Apprehend offenders and process them according to policy
• Maintain firearms proficiency and firearms training as well as maintaining non-lethal weapons qualified
• Respond to and manage emergency situations; analyze circumstances and adopt effective courses of action; exercise sound
judgment under pressure, perform physical security on the exterior and interior of the installation
Police Officer 1995-2000 Promoted
• Police officer assigned to patrol Naval Station Great Lakes to insure the security of life, property, public order and the rights of
the residents and visitors, investigate criminal activity and calls for assistance
• Enforce state and local traffic laws and write traffic citations when necessary
• Arrest, transport and process subjects for criminal offenses, preserve and collect evidence at crime scenes

2. • Write clear and concise police reports and complete all required documents
• Train and evaluate police recruits or new hires for department/law enforcement suitability
• Maintain firearms proficiency and training on other non-lethal uses of force
Department of Veterans Affairs Police Officer 1989-1995 Transferred
• Assigned to Patrol the VA Medical Center buildings and property by both internal and external foot and vehicle patrols
• Provide assistance and protection to the visitors, staff and patients while enforcing state and federal laws as well as VA
regulations, protect government property from damage or theft
• Respond to emergency and routine calls for assistance, conduct investigations, arrest, transport and process offenders, write
detailed incident reports and assist medical staff
• Train and evaluate new recruits for the department
Great Lakes Police Department, Great Lakes, IL Police Officer 1987-1989 Transferred to the VA
See October 1995-2000 for description of duties
Federal Bureau of Prisons Correctional Officer 1986-1987 Transferred to Great Lakes
• Supervised and search inmates, supervised work details, provide inner and outer perimeter security by vehicle and foot patrols,
maintain weapons proficiency, write clear and concise incident reports, monitor inmate activity on the grounds and through
telephone conversations, search the rooms and grounds for contraband and potential weapons.
Educational Background
Moraine Park Technical Institute, West Bend, WI 1982
Police Science
US Army Military Police School, Ft. McClellan, AL 1983
16 weeks of Military Police training in both combat and law enforcement techniques
Detailed transcripts can be provided upon request
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, Glynco, GA 1986
Graduated with honors the basic Federal Correctional Officers Training
Great Lakes Police Academy, Naval Station Great Lakes, IL 1987
Graduated the 480 hour basic police and law enforcement training
Basic VA Police Officer Training, Little Rock, AR 1990
Graduated the Basic VA Police Officers training with honors
40 hours Chicago PD Firearms Instructor Course 1998
40 hours Homicide Investigations Course 2000
40 hours NCIS Crime Scene Processing Course 2000
40 hours Basic Investigation Skills 2000
40 hours Basic Evidence Technician Program 2000
40 hours Gang Enforcement Skills Program
2001
* Currently enrolled in the OSHA 30-hour Industrial Course
Great Lakes Police Training Division, Great Lakes, IL 2013
I have completed a considerable amount of law enforcement and emergency training over my career and I have many training
certificates from 1-40 hours that can be provided upon request
Licenses and Certifications
Registered IL Firearms Instructor, State of Illinois Professional Regulation, 2013 to 2017. Registered Illinois Firearms Instructor
License #263.000402
WI Driver’s License furnished upon request