Arniel Del Pozo
Hialeah,FL
Summary
United States Coast Guard veteran with a total of seven years of service. During my time in the military, I served as a Boatswain’s mate, where I specialized in maritime law enforcement, recreational boating safety, drug, and migrant interdiction. I was a certified small boat operator, and I was responsible for the safe operation and navigation of the boats, as well as the safety and conduct of all passengers and crew onboard. Furthermore, I have worked with federal, state, and local agencies, and with foreign navies, for the prevention, detection, and suppression of violations of the laws of the United States.
I am currently a dedicated uniformed patrol sergeant for the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office. I am tasked with providing safety for the community, enforcing laws, maintaining the peace, decreasing crime rates, assisting citizens, investigating accidents, and conducting routine patrols. While also managing administrative and personnel tasks to run the squad efficiently.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sergeant
Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office
Miami, FL
01.2025 - Current
- Evaluated personnel performance through observation during patrols or investigations; provided corrective action when necessary.
- Inspected equipment used by deputies on a regular basis; ensured proper maintenance was conducted according to policy.
- Conducted daily roll call to review patrol assignments and provide guidance to subordinate deputies.
- Collaborated with supervisors from other shifts in order to exchange information regarding ongoing investigations or significant incidents.
- Provided critical incident management support at scenes of accidents or criminal activity; coordinated resources from multiple agencies as needed.
- Supervised patrol activities, ensuring that laws were enforced in accordance with department policies and procedures.
- Participated in community meetings to discuss public safety issues; developed relationships with local leaders and citizens.
- Supervised a squad of 11 deputies.
Deputy Sheriff, Uniformed Road Patrol
Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office
Miami, FL
10.2019 - 01.2025
- Patrol the unincorporated areas of Miami-Dade County inside a radio-equipped, marked patrol vehicle to preserve law and order.
- Respond to a variety of calls that require several intervention approaches ranging from personal counseling techniques to the use of physical and or deadly force.
- Made arrests for violations of criminal laws, and conducted background investigations.
- Patrolled designated areas to identify criminal activities, issue citations, and prevent incidents.
- Communicated with subjects and witnesses to acquire and verify information relevant to roadway accident investigations.
- Apprehended suspects, prepared case reports, and testified in courtroom hearings.
- Searched vehicles, buildings, homes, and property for evidence and stolen property.
- Responded to and investigated security and burglar alarms.
- Mediated domestic-related disturbances and protected victims from harm.
- Prepared detailed documentation of felony-level property and violent crimes investigations.
- In the capacity of an acting sergeant on multiple occasions, I directed a team of five police officers in the Uniform Patrol division, enforcing policies for optimal performance.
- Conducted multiple security escort details for high-ranking foreign and domestic individuals, such as prime ministers, Prince Harry, Mayor Suarez, and the U.S. Secretary of Energy. During these security details, I was responsible for the safe escort of the protected individuals during their arrival and departure at Miami International Airport. This was done through effective communication with various federal agencies and airport resources.
Boatswain's Mate
United States Coast Gaurd
Pascagoula, MS
11.2016 - 08.2019
- Trained and instructed subordinates and supported units Boat Crew Member training.
- Certified boat operator on 45ft Response Boat Medium and 29ft Response Boat Small-II
- Boarding Team Member
- Boat Crew Member
- Maritime Search & Rescue which has resulted in 07 lives rescued.
- Lead the crew as Officer of the day, and direct representative of the Commanding Officer. Handled Search & Rescue missions as the Point of Contact and ensuring all vital information was being passed to the Boat Crew underway. As well as responsible for keeping accountability of all firearms and safes at the station.
- Immediate supervisor for Deck department
- Tactical Bow Gunner
- Port, Waterways, and Coastal Security
- Operated small boats in varying weather conditions to include hurricane and tropical storm conditions.
- Successfully conducted and completed over 250 missions underway.
- I have been underway for over 810 hours in which over 100 of those hours have been conducted during night operations.
Seaman
United Sates Coast Guard
Pascagoula, MS
09.2015 - 07.2016
- Contributed to boat operations by standing watch in lookout, helmsman and translator positions.
- Cleaned, maintained and repaired ship decks.
- Performed lookout duties in search for other vessels which could pose a threat to our ships navigation, illegal migrants, and drug smugglers.
- Performed helmsman duties aboard the ship, safely navigating the ship on the set course.
- Used my interpreter abilities to coordinate with foreign navies which resulted in the rescue, and transportation to safety of 02 persons in distress and the dual-country Law enforcement boarding of a suspected drug smuggling vessel.
- Seized over $20,000,000 worth of cocaine from drug smugglers.
- Assisted as interpreter in the capture of illegal fishers within waters under the jurisdiction of the U.S.A
- Engaged in nocturnal high speed interdiction operations to apprehend drug smugglers.
- Multiple over seas deployments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
AMERICAN MILITARY UNIVERSITY
ONLINE06.2023
Mass Casualty Attack Training (MCAT)
2020
Tactical Life Saving (TLS)
2020
TACTICAL BOW GUNNER COURSE
CAMP LEJUNE, NC2017
BOARDING TEAM MEMBER COURSE
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center
Charleston, SC2016
Boatswain's Mate "A" School
Yorktown, VA2016
United Stated Coast Guard Training Center
BootCamp
Cape May, NJ2015
High School Diploma -
Hialeah Gardens Senior High School
HIALEAH GARDENS2013
Skills
- Conflict resolution tactics
- Search and rescue
- Community relations
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Counter-terrorism tactics
- Trained in Emergency response
- Bilingual Interpreter level 4 (English, Spanish)
- Proficient in multiple types and caliber of firearms
- Ability to instantly adapt to changing situations ie police involved shooting (PD210327096073)
Affiliations
- Life Saving Award with silver star
- Campaign ribbon with silver star
Military Awards
- National Defense Service Medal
- Meritorious Unit Commendation Ribbon
- Meritorious Team Commendation Ribbon (x3)
- Good Conduct Medal
- Pistol Marksman Ribbon
- Rifle Marksman Ribbon
Timeline
Sergeant
Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office
01.2025 - Current
Deputy Sheriff, Uniformed Road Patrol
Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office
10.2019 - 01.2025
Boatswain's Mate
United States Coast Gaurd
11.2016 - 08.2019
Seaman
United Sates Coast Guard
09.2015 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
AMERICAN MILITARY UNIVERSITY
Mass Casualty Attack Training (MCAT)
Tactical Life Saving (TLS)
TACTICAL BOW GUNNER COURSE
BOARDING TEAM MEMBER COURSE
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center
Boatswain's Mate "A" School
United Stated Coast Guard Training Center
BootCamp
High School Diploma -
Hialeah Gardens Senior High School