Internal Affairs and Professional Standards

 

Internal Affairs and Professional Standards

Presented by: Greg Anderson, On-Target Solutions Group

September 25-26, 2024, 8 AM – 4 PM
14 hours (POST #10444-0004)

$325/ officer

For more information and to register, click here: South Metro IA Sep. 25-26, 2024

COURSE OVERALL LEARNING GOAL:

Who should attend: This nationally acclaimed course is for law enforcement executives, supervisors, internal affairs investigators, human resource personnel and anyone who desires to understand law enforcement professional standards and internal affairs investigations.

The professional standards model is a must for law enforcement and government officials to be prepared before a critical incident occurs. This course sets the stage for law enforcement professionals to create an agency wide practice of professional standards for all agency operations. In the covered material, attendees will understand “best practices” including how to avoid the problems before they occur and properly address issues that do arise.

This is a comprehensive course covering the entire internal affairs process through final discipline. Participants will learn the skills necessary to review, investigate and complete internal affairs investigations based on sound investigative techniques and within legal guidelines.

Topics Include:

  • Current climate between public and police
  • Breaking the cycle of mediocrity
  • The professional standards model
  • 5 root causes of discipline problems
  • Stakeholders and their perceptions
  • Types of internal investigations
  • The complaint process
  • The investigation process
  • Officer involved shootings and major incidents
  • Applicable case law
  • Employee rights
  • Appropriate discipline procedures
  • Workplace searches
  • False Complaints
  • Official hearing requirements
  • How discipline is determined
  • The effect of untruthfulness

Crime Scene Photography: The Essentials

Crime Scene Photography: The Essentials

Presented by: R.P. “Rusty” Sullivan, On-Target Solutions Group

September 25-26, 2024, 8 AM – 4 PM

$350/ officer

For more information and to register, click here: South Metro Photography Sep. 25-26, 2024

COURSE OVERALL LEARNING GOAL:

Forensic Crime Scene Technician Certification
Evidence Processing: Crime Scene to Courtroom Basics
Crime Scene Photography: The Essentials
Effective Crime Scene Reporting
Completion of the above three seminars and
examination will result in the issuance of a
certification for Forensic Crime Scene
Technician Likewise, these seminars may be
taken individually and do not require they all
be taken this week and any seminars taken
previously count towards the certification.

Topics Include:

Equipment Selection Options
Equipment Familiarization
Manual Settings Photography
Exposure Adjustments
Supplemental Lighting
Overcoming Obstacles – Tips & Tricks
Comprehensive Documentation Protocols
Participant Perspective Inclusion
Impression Evidence Recording
Tripod Applications
Appropriate Use of Scales
Mapping & Use of Photo Markers
Analysis – RAW File Format
Court Admissibility Aspects
Usable Reference Material Resources

Evidence Processing: Crime Scene to Courtroom Basics

Recruiting and Applicant Background Investigations

Presented by: R.P. “Rusty” Sullivan, On-Target Solutions Group

September 23 – 24, 2024, 8 AM – 4 PM

$425/ officer

For more info and to register, click here:South Metro Evidence Processing Apr. Sep. 23-24, 2024

 

COURSE OVERALL LEARNING GOAL:

Forensic Crime Scene Technician Certification
Evidence Processing: Crime Scene to Courtroom Basics
Crime Scene Photography: The Essentials
Effective Crime Scene Reporting
Completion of the above three seminars and
examination will result in the issuance of a
certification for Forensic Crime Scene
Technician Likewise, these seminars may be
taken individually and do not require they all be
taken this week and any seminars taken
previously count towards the certification.

Topics Include:

Topics Include:
Forensic Concepts
Safety Considerations
Crime Scene Analysis/Considerations
Finger-Palm Print Recovery Techniques
Footwear/Tool Mark Impression Evidence
Blood Presumptive Testing
Blood Evidence Recovery Methods
Touch DNA Collection Efforts
Evidence Packaging
Photographic Preservation Concepts
Documentation – Reports/Chain of Custody
Court Room Testimony/Demonstrative Presentations
Forensic Skill Development Investments

Recruiting and Applicant Background Investigations

Recruiting and Applicant Background Investigations

Presented by: Greg Anderson, On-Target Solutions Group

September 23 – 24, 2024, 8 AM – 4 PM
14 hours (POST #10444-0003)

$325/ officer

For more info and to register, click here: South Metro Backgrounds Sep. 23-24, 2024

 

COURSE OVERALL LEARNING GOAL:

Who should attend this course: Anyone who is involved or supervises recruiting and background investigations for their agency including sworn officers, civilians, Human Resources, or anyone wanting a better knowledge of the hiring process. Example forms will be provided to those at the training.
Participants will learn the importance of not only recruiting but also retention of quality personnel. An organizational assessment should be the first step in the process and the need to break the cycle of mediocrity.
Background investigators will leave with the knowledge of their role in the selection process, the legal aspects of the background investigation, background interview sources of information and preparing the investigation report. Background investigations affect the future of an organization in many ways, thus selection practices are vital to ensuring that future law enforcement employees and supervisors are suited for the variety of duties expected from the populations they serve. This course will provide techniques and procedures for the background investigator.

Topics Include:

• The importance of a recruiting plan
• Assessment of you organization
• Organization wellness
• What type of employees do you want
• Marketing and selling your organization
• Professional standards model for backgrounds
• Why background investigations are necessary
• Sources of information/Investigative techniques
• Conflicts vs. responsibilities for investigators
• Pre-interview procedures
• Job-related inquiries
• On-line data bases/social networking sites

FBI-LEEDA Supervisor Leadership Institute (SLI)

To register, click here.

The Supervisor Leadership Institute (SLI) is part one of the three-step leadership series that makes up the FBI-LEEDA Trilogy.  While targeting to first-line supervisors, the SLI course is suitable for all police leaders – sworn and civilian. SLI students will be engaged in such topics as credibility, discipline, liability, and leadership styles. They will complete a DISC leadership assessment.

FBI-LEEDA instructors are current or former command-level law enforcement leaders who have not only extensive leadership experience, but a passion for teaching.

The following topics are covered in the Supervisor Leadership Institute:

  • Defining leadership, generational effects of leadership, leadership as a lifestyle, leadership traits
  • Building credibility, organizational credibility
  • Four pillars of discipline, immunity, supervisor liability
  • Participants will complete a DISC assessment of their personal leadership style

The cost of the Supervisor Leadership Institute is $795.

FBI-LEEDA will send you a tuition invoice six-weeks prior to the start date of the class. To make special payment arrangements prior to being invoiced please email Finance at finance@fbileeda.org.

  • The registration fee includes the cost of the training and course materials; the fee does not include meals or travel expenses.
  • Sworn and professional law enforcement staff are welcome to all FBI-LEEDA classes.  You do not have to be a member to attend a class.
  • Each student must register for classes under their own Username and Account.
  • There are no prerequisites for this course; Trilogy courses can be taken in any order.
  • A workbook will be provided; laptop is optional.
  • Dress is business casual.
  • This course is 28 contact hours.

For further information regarding this or any other FBI-LEEDA class, please contact FBI-LEEDA at 1-877-772-7712

Management And Supervision Of Investigative Units

Management And Supervision Of Investigative Units

Presented by: Greg Anderson, On-Target Solutions Group

April 2 – 3, 2024

For more information and to register, click here:

Management and Supervision of Investigative Units April 2-3, 2024

COURSE OVERALL LEARNING GOAL:

This seminar is designed for: Law enforcement officers and supervisors responsible for case evaluation
and management, or for commanders who are planning or developing improved case management
processes to improve productivity. Additionally, this course will be valuable to senior investigators assigned
to small units or small agencies who are primarily responsible for managing investigations in an informal
leadership role. This training is appropriate for large or small agencies.
The objectives of this program are: addresses the administrative requirements for managing the
investigative processes; focuses on managing the operations of the investigative unit, and the evaluation of
investigative personnel. We will discuss selection of investigators and supervisors, proper auditing
procedures, evaluation of personnel, making impactful changes as necessary for effectiveness, the need to
triage cases for assignment as well as investigative techniques.
Topics Include:
• Fundamental principles of investigation from initial
on-scene to follow-up investigations
• Evaluation of investigators, investigative work and
criminal cases
• The use of case management principles
• Leadership, management and supervision of the
criminal investigators
• Case priority and investigative resources
• Caseload and performance management
• Relationships with the judicial system to include
prosecutors, defense attorneys, judges, etc.
• Selection of investigative personnel
• Specialized unit issues and concerns

Recruiting & Applicant Background Investigations

Recruiting & Applicant Background Investigations

Presented by: Greg Anderson, On-Target Solutions Group

February 9 – 10, 8 AM – 4 PM
14 hours (POST Board Approved) #10444-0015

$275/ officer

For more information and to register, click here:

South Metro Backgrounds Feb. 9-10, 2023

COURSE SUMMARY:

Anyone who is involved or supervises recruiting and background investigations for their agency including sworn officers, civilians, Human Resources, or anyone wanting a better knowledge of the hiring process. Example forms will be provided to those at the training.

Participants will learn the importance of not only recruiting but also retention of quality personnel. An organizational assessment should be the first step in the process and the need to break the cycle of mediocrity.

Background investigators will leave with the knowledge of their role in the selection process, the legal aspects of the background investigation, background interview sources of information and preparing the investigation report. Background investigations affect the future of an organization in many ways, thus selection practices are vital to ensuring that future law enforcement employees and supervisors are suited for the variety of duties expected from the populations they serve. This course will provide techniques and procedures for the background investigator.

Topics Include:

  • The importance of a recruiting plan
  • Assessment of you organization
  • Organization wellness
  • What type of employees do you want
  • Marketing and selling your organization
  • Professional standards model for backgrounds
  • Why background investigations are necessary
  • Sources of information/Investigative techniques
  • Conflicts vs. responsibilities for investigators
  • Pre-interview procedures
  • Job-related inquiries
  • On-line data bases/social networking sites

Internal Affairs & Professional Standards for Law Enforcement

Internal Affairs & Professional Standards for Law Enforcement

Presented by: Greg Anderson, On-Target Solutions Group

February 7 – 8, 8 AM – 4 PM.
14 hours (POST #10444-0004)

South Metro IA Feb. 7-8, 2023

 

COURSE OVERALL LEARNING GOAL: 

The professional standards model is a must for law enforcement and government officials to be prepared before a critical incident occurs. This course sets the stage for law enforcement professionals to create an agency wide practice of professional standards for all agency operations. In the covered material, attendees will understand “best practices” including how to avoid the problems before they occur and properly address issues that do arise.

This is a comprehensive course covering the entire internal affairs process through final discipline. Participants will learn the skills necessary to review, investigate and complete internal affairs investigations based on sound investigative techniques and within legal guidelines.

SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES: 

• Current climate between public and police

• Breaking the cycle of mediocrity

• The professional standards model

• 5 root causes of discipline problems

• Stakeholders and their perceptions

• Types of internal investigations

• The complaint process

• The investigation process

• Officer involved shootings and major incidents

• Applicable case law

• Employee rights

• Appropriate discipline procedures

• Workplace searches

• False Complaints

• Official hearing requirements

• How discipline is determined

• The effect of untruthfulness

Who should attend: This nationally acclaimed course is for law enforcement executives, supervisors, internal affairs investigators, human resource personnel and anyone who desires to understand law enforcement professional standards and internal affairs investigations.

 

Leadership for Law Enforcement

Leadership for Law Enforcement

Presented by: Greg Anderson, On-Target Solutions Group

October 7, 2022, 8 AM – 4 PM
7 hours (MN POST Board Approved #10444-0016)

$175/ officer

For more information and to register, click here: South Metro Leadership Oct. 7, 2022

COURSE SUMMARY:

Who should attend: This course is a designed for all government professionals who strive to be an
effective leader. Without understanding leadership and developing strong leadership skills, organizational
success can suffer. Effective leaders get employees to want to provide quality service.
Why another program on leadership? Leadership has been a recognized discipline for thousands of
years in the military, business, politics and government. Understanding leadership differences along with
similar approaches across disciplines can be of great value to government executives. Advances in the
understanding of leadership as it pertains to government service have found that the best leaders must
have an overlapping skill set.
This compelling and powerful program provides real world, successful examples on how leadership in
government has evolved. Participants will take away a clear understanding of leadership styles and
strengths, and what it takes to become an even more effective leader. You will understand the value in
developing flexibility in your leadership approach to garner peak performance and meet organizational
goals.
Topics Include:
• What is leadership – do not follow the fads
• How has leadership advanced in government
• The difference between leadership, management and
administration
• The 5 levels of leadership
• Preventing employees from becoming problems
• Symptoms of leadership deficit
• What gets measured gets done
• Effective mentoring
• Trust and its importance in leadership

Peer Support: The Officer Wellness Force Multiplier

Officer Wellness and Nutrition Individual Training

Hosted by: STORM Combatives

Tuition: $199

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

COURSE SUMMARY:

1-Day Course – This training is an excellent resource that organizations can use to begin the difficult and challenging conversations regarding mental health.

Law enforcement agencies must recognize the link between physical fitness, mental health and the overall well-being of their officers.  We can improve the quality of life and productivity of the men and women serving our communities by taking a proactive approach to officer wellness. This training encourages a culture of help-seeking behaviors and provides customized tools for officers to take wellness into their own hands.

 

Officers can take ownership of their overall well-being by focusing on the 4 pillars of health: Good Nutrition, Exercise, Mental Wellness, and Sleep. These topics are explored in an interactive training environment that address the needs of each individual. Whether you are solely seeking self-improvement, or hope to be a catalyst of positive influence for an entire organization, this course will provide the tools you need to reach those goals.

 

This training is an excellent resource that organizations can use to begin the difficult and challenging conversations regarding mental health. When officers are able to improve their own health, they are inevitably more resilient to the mental and emotional side effects of a career in law enforcement.

 

Positive change starts with you.  It’s time to OWN-IT!

WHAT TO BRING

Pen and paper/notebook

Comfortable clothing

 

PAY BY CHECK

Please email stormtraininggroup@gmail.com.

 

TESTIMONIALS

“Chris is great.  There aren’t other courses like this.  What I liked most overall was the positive message.”

– Shawn Murphy, Fridley Police Department

 

“Very knowledgeable, confident, and enthusiastic about topics.”

– Brandon Dorr, Crystal Police Department

 

“Very knowledgeable and did a nice job of being available for questions at breaks.  The creation of a building block for wellness that can be molded by the individual was what I liked most about the training.”

– Cody Hendricks, Shakopee Police Department

 

“Chris’ ability to teach what he is passionate and knowledgeable about is amazing. What I liked most about the training was fact, common sense based, not trying to sell a system or product, material presented as a whole not a portion.”

– Thomas Gagnon, Anoka Police Department

 

“This was a very good course and Chris was very engaging.  What I liked most was the positive life tips to apply in personal and work life and that he is a knowledgeable instructor.”

– Zach Fecteau, Crystal Police Department

 

“Chris was very knowledgeable on the topics and how they relate to the real world.”

– Ryan Bohland, Dakota County Sheriff’s Office

 

“Chris did very well.  Extremely knoweldgeable.  What I liked most was learning about wellness needs.”

– Zack Schumaker, Owatonna Police Department

 

“Very knowledgeable in his area of expertise.  Good information.  What I liked most about the training was the concepts are simple.”

– Pete Stanley, New Hope Police Department

For more information, email stormcombatives@gmail.com or call (651) 245-5525.