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Work History
Education
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BRANDON D. LEWIS

BRANDON D. LEWIS

Southfield,MI

Summary

Dedicated professional with demonstrated success in program development and implementation. Strong leadership and coordination abilities with commitment to facilitating growth across department. Bringing many years of policing experience, with extensive experience in labor relations, risk management, leadership, and organizational management.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Police Captain

Fourth Precinct
10.2023 - Current
  • Responsible for the efficient operation of the entire precinct, while being directly accountable to the commander.
  • Ensure the efficient operation of the precinct by the proper discharge of duties to those assigned.
  • Oversee the enforcement of all laws through constitutional policing, and encourage and enhance the efficiencies of processes and people assigned to the precinct.
  • Conduct periodic inspections of investigative, special, and patrol operations, as well as administrative functions and processes.
  • Engage the community, and serve as support and a direct report to the Neighborhood Police Officers.

Police Captain

Tenth Precinct
04.2023 - 10.2023
  • Responsible for the efficient operation of the entire precinct, while being directly accountable to the commander
  • Ensure the efficient operation of the precinct by the proper discharge of duties to those assigned.
  • Oversee the enforcement of all laws through constitutional policing, and encourage and enhance the efficiencies of processes and people assigned to the precinct.
  • Conduct periodic inspections of investigative, special, and patrol operations, as well as administrative functions and processes.
  • Engage the community, and serve as support and a direct report to the Neighborhood Police Officers.

Police Captain

Management Services
04.2022 - 05.2023
  • Oversee the operation of Police Towing and Auctions, Abandoned Vehicle Unit, Forfeiture, Fleet Management, Facilities Management, Resource Management, Firearms Inventory, and Asset and Licensing.
  • Ensure integrity and compliance with all laws regarding towing and seizing vehicles.
  • Oversee proper functionality, maintenance, procurement, and distribution of all police assets (e.g. equipment, building, vehicles).
  • Oversee the distribution of licenses, permits, and compliance inspections.

Police Captain

Detention Center
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Oversee all operations surrounding all persons in the custody of the Detroit Police Department.
  • Serve as the direct liaison between the Detroit Police and the Michigan Department of Corrections.
  • Oversee all fiscal operations and staffing needs.

Police Captain

Communications Operations
06.2021 - 01.2022
  • Oversee and manage the Emergency 911 and Police Dispatch Call Center.
  • Oversee and support the non-emergency police reports call center.
  • Oversee E911 operations and training budget.
  • Direct involvement in recruitment efforts.

Administrative Lieutenant

Support Operations
05.2017 - 06.2021
  • Oversee and manage office personnel and operations.
  • Tasked with managing special projects and audits.
  • Oversee budgetary requests, procurement, and controls.
  • Direct involvement in facilities and resource management.
  • Responsible for policy creation, oversight, and implementation.

Interim Officer-in-Charge: Telephone Crime Reporting.

  • Manage the Telecommunications Operations staff.
  • Ensure compliance with state and department policy regarding stolen vehicles and recoveries.

Interim Officer-in-Charge: Risk Management.

  • Identify hazards that could cause harm to the department and develop suitable measures to eliminate, reduce or control risk.
  • Create process improvements to better identify potential risks.
  • Perform risk assessment audits and reviews.
  • Oversee Management Awareness System.

Interim Officer-in-Charge: Secondary Employment.

  • Manage the Secondary Employment program and associated staff.
  • Review and revise the policy to improve the program.
  • Respond to vendor concerns.
  • Manage critical incidents.

Patrol Lieutenant

Eighth Precinct
12.2016 - 05.2017
  • Directed patrol officers to ensure the safety of citizens and property in assigned area.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for new patrol officers.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for all patrol officers under command.
  • Provided mentorship to junior officers on departmental policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • Reviewed incident reports submitted by patrol personnel to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Responded to crime scenes as needed to assess situations and provide guidance to patrol personnel.

Police Officer/Police Sergeant

Labor Relations - Legal Affairs
09.1997 - 12.2016
  • Perform duties as a Labor Relations Specialist.
  • Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations, interpretation, and implementation for department supervision and management.
  • Department advocate for contract grievances, mediation hearings, and disciplinary arbitration cases.
  • Create a new policy based on changes to labor rules and arbitration decisions.
  • Supervised a diverse staff of sworn and civilian personnel.
  • Oversee investigations of civil litigation suits filed as a result of police actions.
  • Created and implemented an "all-inclusive" database to track progress and adjudication of lawsuits, subpoenas, and Freedom of Information Act requests.
  • Advise the City of Detroit attorneys on Detroit Police Department policy and procedure as they relate to causes of action.

Police Officer

Second Precinct
02.1995 - 09.1997
  • Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
  • Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
  • Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.

Assistant Patrol Clerk / LEIN Operator / Property Clerk

  • Performed Patrol Clerk and LEIN Operator duties, including prisoner processing, daily reporting, property/evidence processing, bond procurement, and serving at the will of the supervising officer in charge.

Video Arraignment Officer

  • Oversaw the implementation of a new video court arraignment program.
  • Responsible for creating a systematic format that would be utilized by the Detroit Police Department for arraigning subjects by way of video conferencing.
  • Developed policy and procedure in conjunction with the 36th District Court and the Wayne County Jail.
  • Worked closely with court officials to evaluate the efficiency of video arraignment.
  • Participated in RFP presentations for potential computer software vendors, presenting programs that were essential for arrestee tracking, and I was an integral part in evaluating their relevancy to the needs of the Detroit Police Department.

Education

Master of Business Administration Certificate - Management Leadership

Wayne State University
01-2020

Master of Science - Criminal Justice

Wayne State University
01-2019

Master of Science Administration - Organizational Leadership

Central Michigan University
01-2010

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Wayne State University
01-1997

Skills

  • Smartsheet
  • Microsoft Word
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • Access
  • Internet
  • Web design
  • Critical thinking
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Community oriented policing
  • Coordination skills
  • Laws and ordinances
  • Personnel supervision

Projects

Project Lead - COVID 19 Response Team, 2020 - 2021, Develop strategic plan to manage all aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic, Build and staff central command post to manage department response, Procure and deploy personal protection equipment through the department, Develop department policy in accordance with CDC guidelines, Manage COVID testing and vaccination programs

Organizationaffiliations

  • Wayne County Community College Detroit - School of Continuing Education, 2015 - Present, Adjunct Instructor - Effective Leadership course
  • Southeast Michigan Omega Foundation, 2014 - 2016, Charter Board Member
  • TORCH OF WISDOM Foundation, 2013 - 2016, Board Member
  • Metropolitan Detroit National Pan-Hellenic Council, 2010 - Present, Past President
  • Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., 2005 - Present, Past President
  • Free & Accepted Masons Tyre Lodge #34, 1996 - Present, Parliamentarian

Certification

  • Graduate of DC Police Leadership Academy - Cohort #2

Timeline

Police Captain

Fourth Precinct
10.2023 - Current

Police Captain

Tenth Precinct
04.2023 - 10.2023

Police Captain

Management Services
04.2022 - 05.2023

Police Captain

Detention Center
01.2022 - 04.2022

Police Captain

Communications Operations
06.2021 - 01.2022

Administrative Lieutenant

Support Operations
05.2017 - 06.2021

Patrol Lieutenant

Eighth Precinct
12.2016 - 05.2017

Police Officer/Police Sergeant

Labor Relations - Legal Affairs
09.1997 - 12.2016

Police Officer

Second Precinct
02.1995 - 09.1997

Master of Business Administration Certificate - Management Leadership

Wayne State University

Master of Science - Criminal Justice

Wayne State University

Master of Science Administration - Organizational Leadership

Central Michigan University

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Wayne State University
BRANDON D. LEWIS