ANTHONY J. LoPresti
Saugus,Massachusetts
Summary
Accomplished law enforcement executive with more than 30 years of public safety experience, including over 25 years with the Saugus Police Department, 5 years as a Police Sergeant and 17 years as a Police Lieutenant, for a total of 22 years in a supervisory position. The Senior Superior Officer of the Saugus Police Department with extensive leadership experience in patrol operations, emergency response, tactical team management, community relations, interagency coordination, and organizational leadership. Proven record of supervising personnel, managing critical incidents, developing operational strategies, and fostering collaborative relationships with municipal leaders and regional law enforcement agencies.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Lieutenant / Executive Officer Candidate
SAUGUS POLICE DEPARTMENT
01.2000 - Current
- Served as Overnight and Evening Division Commander for 17 years, overseeing patrol operations, personnel supervision, emergency response, and daily departmental functions.
- Directly supervised patrol officers and sergeants while ensuring compliance with departmental policies, procedures, and accreditation standards.
- Managed critical incidents, major investigations, and emergency operations.
- Coordinated deployment of personnel and resources to maintain operational effectiveness and public safety.
- Served as liaison to the Board of Selectmen, facilitating communication and collaboration between municipal leadership and the Police Department.
- Lieutenant (2009–Present)
- Sergeant / Patrol Supervisor (2004–2009)
- K-9 Handler (2001–2009)
- NEMLEC Regional Response Team Platoon Leader
- NEMLEC Mountain Bike Unit Platoon Leader
- FBI-LEEDA Leadership Training Graduate
- Police Athletic League Instructor
Patrol Officer / K-9 Handler
MASSACHUSETTS BAY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (MBTA) POLICE DEPARTMENT
01.1996 - 01.2000
- Conducted patrol operations and law enforcement activities throughout the MBTA system.
- Served as K-9 Handler supporting patrol and specialized enforcement operations.
- Responded to emergency incidents and collaborated with regional law enforcement agencies.
Correctional Officer
ESSEX COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
01.1991 - 01.1996
- Supervised inmate populations and enforced institutional regulations.
- Maintained safety and security within correctional facilities.
- Developed foundational leadership and public safety experience.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement (B.S.L.E.)
Western New England College
1215 Wilbraham Rd, Springfield, MA 01119Skills
- Patrol operations management
- Crisis management
- Interagency coordination
- Tactical operations
- Strategic planning
- Policy development
- Patrol deployment
- Criminal investigations
- Incident command
- Executive leadership
- Personnel supervision
- Training and mentorship
- Community engagement
- Emergency response
MILITARY SERVICE
- UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
- Active Duty: 1987–1991
- Marine Corps Reserve: 1992–1993
- Military Occupational Specialty
- Infantryman (0351) Anti-Tank Missile Assaultman
- Leadership
- Achieved Rank of Corporal (Active Duty)
- Achieved Rank of Sergeant (Marine Corps Reserve)
- Combat Service
- Veteran of Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm
- Military Awards & Decorations
- Combat Action Ribbon
- Kuwait Liberation Medal
- Meritorious Mast
- Good Conduct Medal
- National Defense Service Medal
- Southwest Asia Service Medal
- Sea Service Deployment Ribbon
- Sea Service Non-Deployment Ribbon
Timeline
Lieutenant / Executive Officer Candidate
SAUGUS POLICE DEPARTMENT
01.2000 - Current
Patrol Officer / K-9 Handler
MASSACHUSETTS BAY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (MBTA) POLICE DEPARTMENT
01.1996 - 01.2000
Correctional Officer
ESSEX COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
01.1991 - 01.1996
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement (B.S.L.E.)
Western New England College