Bruce Szyndlar
North Dartmouth,MA
Summary
Dynamic Police Sergeant with extensive experience at New Bedford Police Department, excelling in criminal investigation and team management. Proven track record in leading narcotics operations, enhancing community trust, and training officers in conflict de-escalation. Recognized for executing over 200 search warrants, significantly impacting drug-related crime in the area.
I have extensive experience in law enforcement leadership, including managing teams and coordinating operations. Proven track record of enhancing community safety through strategic initiatives and effective resource allocation. Demonstrated ability to lead high-stakes situations and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
Most importantly I bring passion for the police profession to those I work with and supervise and hold my self and other to a high standard.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Sergeant
New Bedford Police Department
2021.09 - Current
- Assisted in managing daily operations of law enforcement activities.
- Supported community engagement initiatives to enhance public trust and safety.
- Observed and learned protocols for crime scene management and evidence collection.
- Participated in training sessions on conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques.
- Documented incidents accurately, maintaining clarity and thoroughness in reports.
- Supervised and coordinated daily operations of patrol shifts of up to 22 plus officers.
- Managed personnel schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for shifts while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Accompanied police officers during shifts to evaluate performance and resolve incorrect behaviors.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on best practices for policing techniques and career advancement opportunities.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Provided critical incident command during emergency situations, directing response efforts to protect public safety swiftly.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members.
- Motivated and trained squad members to become proficient with equipment and daily tasks.
- Oversaw evidence collection and management to maintain proper chain of custody in criminal cases.
- Conducted internal investigations, addressing both ethical violations and procedural discrepancies among officers.
Police Narcotics / Gang Detective
New Bedford Police Department
2016.01 - 2021.01
- Collaborated with multiple agencies on large-scale narcotics investigations.
- Analyzed intelligence reports to identify patterns in drug-related activities.
- Developed and executed search warrants based on investigative findings.
- Trained junior detectives in surveillance techniques and evidence collection.
- Presented case findings in court, ensuring adherence to legal standards.
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Prevented drug-related violence by monitoring known gang members involved in narcotics distribution activities.
- Identified and apprehended narcotics offenders by conducting thorough investigations, undercover operations, and surveillance techniques.
- Developed intelligence leads through confidential informants, enabling successful arrests and convictions of high-profile narcotics offenders.
- Maintained detailed case files for each investigation, ensuring accurate documentation and proper chain of custody for evidence handling procedures.
- Provided regular briefings and updates to supervisors regarding ongoing investigations, ensuring transparency and accountability within the unit''s operations.
- Coordinated responses with local drug task forces and state and federal agents to take down large numbers of individuals at once.
- Planned high-risk raids on homes and businesses identified as being involved in criminal enterprises.
- Participated in specialized training courses to stay current with emerging trends in drug enforcement tactics, enhancing effectiveness as a Narcotics Detective.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when working with diverse populations, building rapport with both victims and witnesses to gain crucial information for narcotics cases.
- Maintained a high level of physical fitness, ensuring readiness for confrontations or foot pursuits during arrest situations involving dangerous narcotics suspects.
- Secured numerous informants providing information about drug activities in urban, rural and suburban areas.
- Was a investigating Detective who was part of the largest Fentanyl bust in Department history
- executed over 300 search warrants and was the Affiant on numerous Search warrants.
- Utilized Social media to in many cases which lead to the arrest of numerous individuals on firearms and narcotics related offenses.
- Specialized in the Latin Kings Street King understanding methods of organized crime they conducted , Hierarchy within the organization and a understanding in the culture of the gang.
- Conducted numerous high risk Motor Vehicle take downs.
- Conducted numerous high risk entrees into Drug houses .
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to share information and enhance case strategies.
- Conducted thorough investigations to solve complex cases and gather evidence.
- Validated Gang members and the overall Hierarchy of numerous street gangs.
Police Officer
New Bedford Police Department
2014.07 - 2016.01
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
- Conducted thorough investigations of crimes, gathering evidence and witness statements.
- Collaborated with community organizations to enhance crime prevention strategies.
- Trained new officers on department policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Developed incident reports detailing observations and actions taken during patrols.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, assessing situations for appropriate action.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
Education
Mechanical Science
New England Institute of Technology
East Greenwich, RI2006-06
Skills
- Performance appraisals
- Team management
- Conflict de-escalation
- Patrol supervision
- De-escalation techniques
- Criminal investigation
- Criminal law
- Laws and ordinances
- Suspect identification
- Personnel supervision
- Search and seizure
- Drug interdiction
- Investigative techniques
- Surveillance planning
- Evidence collection
- Search and seizure procedures
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Team collaboration
- Team leadership
Certification
* Roger Williams University Command training First Line Supervisor 10 Day Course
*Polish The Badge Leadership workshop
*M.P.T.C Front Line Leadership Training
*Blue Courage Academy
*IACP First Line Leadership Course
*The New England Gang school 2 Day Course
*51st Annual regional Criminal Investigation School
*Northeast Counter Drug training 24hr Managing Narcotics informants
*40 hour Northeast Counter Drug Training narcotics investigators course
*16 hour Northeast Counter drug training Hotel, Motel , Parcel and Freight narcotics trafficking class.
Timeline
Police Sergeant
New Bedford Police Department
2021.09 - Current
Police Narcotics / Gang Detective
New Bedford Police Department
2016.01 - 2021.01
Police Officer
New Bedford Police Department
2014.07 - 2016.01
Mechanical Science
New England Institute of Technology