Nathan Richards

Crime Prevention Specialist at Omaha Police Department, Certified CPTED Professional

Role
Crime Prevention Specialist at Omaha Police Department
Location
Omaha, NE, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About Nathan Richards

Hello, I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Nebraska Wesleyan…

Experience

  1. Crime Prevention Specialist

    Omaha Police Department

    Nov 2023 — Present · Omaha, NE, US

    Community Engagement & Crime Prevention- Coordinates Neighborhood Watch groups and community crime prevention initiatives- Organizes and facilitates monthly Precinct Advisory Council (PAC) meetings, providing crime statistics, addressing concerns, and sharing department updates- Serves as a liaison between neighborhood associations and the Omaha Police Department’s Uniform Patrol Bureau- Develops crime prevention strategies and assists communities with best practices.Crime Data Analysis & Strategy Development- Utilizes crime mapping and analysis to identify high-crime areas and coordinate strategic interventions- Works closely with Crime Analysis and OPD Command to direct resources toward emerging crime trends- Provides internal Special Attention bulletins and crime prevention emails to officers and the community.Public Education & Outreach- Conducts crime prevention presentations for various groups, including refugee programs, investment firms, and community organizations- Manages social media outreach through platforms like Nextdoor, Twitter, and Facebook to share crime prevention tips- Revitalized and distributes the NW Precinct Monthly Newsletter to neighborhood groups.Collaboration & Law Enforcement Support- Works alongside uniformed officers to address recurring crime issues and community concerns- Organizes community policing events such as Coffee with a Cop, National Night Out, and youth engagement programs- Coordinates officer participation in community events, school visits, and public safety fairs.Special Projects & Initiatives- Leads the Neighborhood Watch Chair for the Tri-County PET Working Group, securing grant funding for safety initiatives- Assists in developing the OPD Historical Archives, preserving department history and creating digital outreach content.

Education

  • Nebraska Wesleyan University

    Bachelor's of Science, B.S.

    2018 — 2022

  • Ralston High School

    High School Diploma

    2014 — 2018

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