Brent Malatesta
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Experienced law enforcement professional skilled in leadership, crisis management, and community relations. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting seamlessly to changing needs. Demonstrates proficiency in conflict resolution, strategic planning, and public safety operations. Known for reliability and fostering supportive, results-driven environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Sergeant
City Of Los Alamitos
03.2012 - Current
- Serve as a mentor and role model to junior officers.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with community members.
- Supervise and coordinate daily operations of patrol shifts of up to five officers.
- Supervise field training officer staff.
- Oversee fleet maintenance and service to include vehicle outfitting.
Police Officer
City of Hermosa Beach
07.2011 - 03.2012
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
Park Services Enforcement Officer
City Of Manhattan Beach
03.2005 - 07.2011
- Conducted high-visibility patrols to deter criminal activity and promote public safety within the community.
- Developed strong working relationships with community members, fostering trust and cooperation between the public and law enforcement authorities.
- Assisted with training new Park Attendants, ensuring they were well-prepared to carry out their duties effectively.
- Wrote Park Services Enforcement Officer Standard Operating Procedure Manual.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Communication
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CAAssociate of Arts - Administration of Justice
Long Beach City College
Skills
- Performance appraisals
- Team management
- Conflict de-escalation
- Patrol supervision
- Training development
- Policy implementation
- Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of Field Training Staff in the development of revised Field Training Officer Manual.
- Completed Sherman Block Supervisory Leadership Institute, Class 537.
Certification
- P.O.S.T. Supervisory Certificate State of CA 07/21
Heroes with Heart
Awarded the "Heroes with Hearts" award as presented by the Trauma Intervention Program for assisting a distraught crime victim with emotional support following a burglary.
Timeline
Police Sergeant
City Of Los Alamitos
03.2012 - Current
Police Officer
City of Hermosa Beach
07.2011 - 03.2012
Park Services Enforcement Officer
City Of Manhattan Beach
03.2005 - 07.2011
- P.O.S.T. Supervisory Certificate State of CA 07/21
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Communication
California State University, Long Beach
Associate of Arts - Administration of Justice
Long Beach City College
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