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Professional Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in supervision and leadership.  Highly skilled in conflict resolution and effective communication. 
Skills
  • Supervision
  • Conflict resolution
  • Report writing
  • Training and Instruction
  • Investigation
  •  CPR and First Aid Certified 09/2017
Work History
Director of Security 11/2017 to Current
 Raleigh Marriott City Center – Raleigh, NC
  • Supervision of a team of security personnel responsible for the safety and security of all hotel guests and visitors.
  • Work with hotel management to implement company safety programs and awareness, reducing workers' compensation costs.
  • Consult with hotel management to update security procedures and equipment to improve hotel safety and security. 
Police Officer / Patrol Officer 08/2016 to 11/2016
 Duke University Hospital and Campus Police Dept – Durham, NC
  • Ensured the safety of students, staff, patients and visitors.
  • Conducted security checks of company owned buildings and properties.
Team Leader - Rockland County SWAT team 05/2006 to 10/2015
 Town of Ramapo Police Department – Suffern, NY 10901
  • Led team of 30 specially trained counter terrorism SWAT officers responsible for deterrence and response to all terrorism related activities and incidents.
  • Planned and led monthly training exercises necessary to maintain the certifications, capabilities, and operational readiness of the SWAT team.
Police Sergeant 01/2011 to 10/2015
 Town of Ramapo Police Department – Suffern, New York 10901
  • Supervised a squad of 14 officers responsible for the appropriate response to all incidents and emergencies.  
  • Incident commander for serious crimes and accidents.
  • Review and approval of all required reports and documentation of incidents, accidents, arrests and summonses. 
Police Detective 09/2010 to 01/2011
 Town of Ramapo Police Department – Suffern, NY 10901
  • Interviewed and interrogated suspects, witnesses and victims.
  • Collected, analyzed and interpreted information and physical evidence.
  • Presented evidence and testified at criminal trials. 
Rockland County Narcotics Task Force Investigator 04/2007 to 09/2010
 Town of Ramapo Police Department – Suffern, NY 10901
  • Coordinated undercover sting operations using informants and undercover officers to identify, arrest and prosecute criminals involved in illegal narcotics.
Police Officer 11/1995 to 04/2003
 Town of Ramapo Police Dept – Suffern, NY 10901
  • Assigned to the busiest and most politically sensitive area for 5 years. Recognized several times for high productivity and low complaint rate during that time.
  • Meritoriously assigned to elite "Anti-crime" unit conducting plain clothes investigations and patrols of high crime areas from 2003-2007.
  • Lead instructor in Firearms, Taser, Rapid Deployment and Use of Force. 
  • Certified Field Training Officer for new recruits. Assisted with enhancing the Field Training Officer program. 
Police Officer / Patrol Officer 02/1994 to 11/1995
 New York City Police Department – New York, NY
  • Graduated in top 10% of academy class of 2000 officers.
  • Worked as a uniformed officer on foot and in vehicle patrols in the culturally diverse and high crime areas of Harlem and Washington Heights.
Education
Bachelor of Arts: Psychology and Criminal Justice State University of New York at Albany - Albany, New York
Associate of Arts: Liberal Arts Rockland Community College - Suffern, New York

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Professional Profile

Results-driven and accomplished Police Investigator with extensive experience working on a multi-jurisdictional drug trafficking task force comprised of Federal, State and local agents.  Highly organized, detail oriented while maintaining a high level of urgency to execute.  Always maintaining strong communication, writing and negotiation skills.  Well-rounded, security conscious professional with exceptional analytical and problem-assessment resolution skills. 

Qualifications
  • Skilled in interview and interrogation techniques
  • Knowledgeable of Federal, State and local laws
  • Competent in computer databases and programs
  • Certified Police instructor
  • Reliable and self-motivated
  • Experience conducting in-depth investigations       
  • Thorough and detailed report writer
  • Personable and team-goal oriented
  • Ethical and honest
Work Experience
U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration Task Force Officer / Police Detective
May 1996 to Current Town of Vienna － Vienna, Virginia
  • Analyze data, reports and observational information to further investigations; examine all aspects, ensuring accuracy.
  • Conduct debriefings and interrogations with relevant subjects; obtain pertinent information to further investigations.
  • Prepare accurate and timely reports regarding investigations and presenting information for dissemination to relevant sources; successfully develop, implement and complete projects.
  • Facilitate and collaborate with Federal, State and local law enforcement agencies to investigate criminal activities; jointly plan and organize operations, always maintaining a cohesive and professional environment.
  • Collect and interpret information, documentation and evidence associated with investigations to include performing background checks on subjects of interest; consistently sort out pertinent information to address new leads; VCIN/NCIC certified.
  • Perform undercover assignments and conduct surveillance in various environments.
  • Analyze criminal complaints and criminal patterns to better reduce crimes; prioritize and identify problems and provide solutions.
  • Prepare legal documents vital for prosecution and provide concise testimony under oath in judicial proceedings.
Accomplishments
  • Received several commendations from the Town of Vienna and the Drug Enforcement Administration for meritorious and outstanding performance. 
  • Program manager for the Photo-Red Light Program for the Vienna Police Department for two years.
  • Supervisor and coordinator of the Vienna Police Department Bike Unit.
  • Representative for the Vienna Police Department in local government hearings and area law enforcement functions. 
  • Developed presentations and training materials for both law enforcement personnel and the public.
  • Organized several successful Town of Vienna community events promoting public safety.
  • Experienced trainer with over 100 hours of instruction.
  • Completed several effective leadership workshops and training courses.
Education
Bachelor of Science : Psychology, 2015 Old Dominion University － Norfolk, Virginia, US
Bachelor of Science : Criminal Justice, 2015 Old Dominion University － Norfolk, Virginia, US

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