Frank Ross

State Trooper @Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Carlisle, PA

Effects an arrest, forcibly if necessary; subdue resisting suspects through approved weapons and methods of self-defense. Prepare investigative and other reports.Determine when there is reasonable suspicion to detain, probable cause exists to search and arrest and when force may be used and to what degree. Operate a law enforcement vehicle daily in emergency situations at high speeds in adverse conditions.Communicate effectively over radio channels.Gather criminal investigative info by interviewing and obtaining the statements of victims, witnesses, suspects and confidential informers. Pursue fleeing suspects.Operate approved agency firearms under conditions of stress that justify the use of deadly force at levels of proficiency prescribed in certification standards. Perform searches of people, vehicles, buildings and large outdoor areas.Conduct visual and audio surveillance.Basic law enforcement patrol functions that including but not limited to foot patrols and physically securing areas.Effectively communicate with the public, mediating disputes and advising of rights and processes. Demonstrate communication skills in court and other formal settings. Detect and collect evidence and substances which provide the basis of criminal offenses or infractions; and/or indicate the presence of dangerous conditions.Perform rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters to include directing traffic, administering emergency medical aid and evacuating people.Process and transport prisoners and committed mental patients.Operate a gas mask when chemical munitions are deployed. Read and comprehend legal and non-legal documents, including the preparation and processing of such documents as citations, affidavits and warrants. Process arrested suspects which includes photographs and obtaining legible fingerprints. Receive, process, comprehend, and execute verbal/written orders and instructions.Train, supervise, mentor and evaluate probationary troopers.

University of Pittsburgh - Communications and Political Science

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication, Communication and Rhetoric and Political Science

University of Pittsburgh

Master in Public and International Affairs (M.P.I.A), Security and Intelligence Studies (S.I.S)

The Kiski School

High School