Marine Sergeant Serves as Assault Squad Detective
Joseph Jrolf found himself in combat – Ramadi, Iraq, to be exact – driving trucks and convoying to supply his fellow Marines.
Not exactly typical work for a radio operator, but when leadership asked for help with this assignment, Jrolf trained to earn a second Military Occupational Specialty (MOS). He would do anything for his Marine brotherhood.
“Camaraderie was a big part of the Marines, maybe the most important part, having experienced it,” Jrolf said.
That bond, he now finds at KCPD as an Assault Squad detective. Similar to the military, the police department attracts officers from a variety of backgrounds and experiences, all working towards enhancing Kansas City’s public safety.
“It is a very diverse group of people, and I know at onset, a lot of people wouldn't think that,” Jrolf explained. “There might be one similar thing that draws people to service in general, but there are different types of people that you run into here. You get different perspectives, different opinions, different viewpoints. You broaden your own horizon."
Before enlisting, Jrolf searched for his calling. The Marines provided it in the form of serving others. There, Jrolf rose to sergeant rank and learned the value of structure. This framework was in place at KCPD, where Jrolf, in 12 years, has served as a patrol officer, a SWAT member, a Field Training Officer (FTO), and now as a detective.
Structure attracts fellow veterans to KCPD.
“It’s easy for those people to adapt to this culture,” Jrolf said. “My Marine Corps career and experiences have helped me problem-solve and analyze situations better.”
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