Nicholas Gartner
Walnut Creek,CA
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven Manager with 26 years of experience in law enforcement services investigating and documenting incidents. Proven track record of effectively leading teams to accomplish organizational goals and building relationships with internal and external partners. Skilled in communications, project management and team building.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Lieutenant, Watch Commander
City of Concord
08.2002 - Current
- Led Internal Affairs Division and completed complex investigations by conducting interviews, gathering data and completing extensive reports.
- Responsible for patrol operations in the largest city in Contra Costa County.
- Public Information Officer and media liaison.
- Manage critical incidents and high-risk events, documentation, and coordinating police responses with internal and external partners.
- Promote customer service in everything we do.
Education
Master of Science - Emergency Services Administration
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach CA12-2009
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and International Relations
California State University, Chico
Chico CA12-1996
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Community Relationships
- Complex Problem Solver and Decision Maker
- Critical Thinking and Investigations
Accomplishments
Management Certification California POST July 2017
Graduated a three-week course on management strategies and explored best practices of effective leadership to foster a positive working environment, mentor employees, address performance issues, and lead productive and impactful teams during normal operations and in crisis events.
Superior Performance Drug Enforcement Administration June 2011
During my two-year assignment as a cross-deputized federal task force agent, I was awarded four superior performance awards for my actions in high-profile, complex narcotic distribution investigations.
Blue Star Chief of Police Ron Ace January 2005
Award for my coordinating actions and hands-on decisions during a high-risk crisis event which led to the capture of a dangerous wanted person.
Timeline
Police Lieutenant, Watch Commander
City of Concord
08.2002 - Current
Master of Science - Emergency Services Administration
California State University, Long Beach
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and International Relations
California State University, Chico
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