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Bryan Martinez

Santa Cruz,New Mexico

Summary

Experienced Law Enforcement Officer with 32 years of service in local, state, and federal agencies. Former United States Army and New Mexico Army National Guard member. Highly knowledgeable in strategic planning and training. Recognized for exceptional leadership skills in mentoring and holding employees accountable.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Police Captain

City Of Santa Fe
Santa Fe, NM
03.2022 - 12.2024
  • Developed comprehensive police strategies and objectives
  • Delegated responsibilities to subordinate officers and tracked their progress
  • Investigated criminal activities involving department personnel and civilians
  • Provided guidance and support to subordinate officers in difficult situations.
  • Organized community meetings to address public safety concerns.
  • Responded promptly to emergency calls for assistance from civilians or other officers.

Lieutenant Patrol Section

Santa Fe Police Department
Santa Fe, NM
05.2021 - 03.2022
  • Developed and implemented operational plans for personnel and equipment deployment.
  • Maintained accurate records of daily operations, including personnel assignments, shift changes, and equipment maintenance.
  • Provided guidance and direction to staff on the proper use of departmental policies and procedures.
  • Analyzed data related to operations activities, identified trends, and developed strategies to improve performance levels.
  • Monitored radio communications between officers in the field and dispatched appropriate units when needed.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations in order to protect life or property.
  • Created reports detailing incidents occurring during shifts along with recommendations for improvement.
  • Participated in recruitment activities such as interviewing applicants and conducting background checks.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, local laws and regulations relating to public safety.
  • Attended meetings regarding various issues related to operations management.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.

Detective Sergeant Criminal Investigations Section

SFPD
Santa Fe, NM
06.2017 - 05.2021
  • Conducted interviews and interrogations of suspects, victims, and witnesses to obtain information related to criminal activity.
  • Supervised, trained, and evaluated subordinate personnel in the performance of investigative techniques.
  • Developed intelligence networks within the community to identify criminals and their activities.
  • Organized crime scene investigations by coordinating personnel, equipment, and other resources.
  • Analyzed evidence collected at crime scenes for use in subsequent court proceedings.
  • Provided testimony in court proceedings as an expert witness regarding investigative procedures employed.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of laws governing search and seizure procedures.
  • Assisted prosecutors in preparing cases for trial by providing relevant facts gathered during investigations.
  • Reviewed case files to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to submission for review or prosecution.
  • Collaborated with members of multi-disciplinary teams such as SWAT units or task forces when necessary.
  • Read and evaluated case reports from each detective to assess accuracy and completeness.

Emergency Response Commander

Santa Fe Police Department
Santa Fe, NM
06.2017 - 06.2019
  • Conducted training in the areas of First Amendment assembly.
  • Coordinated training efforts with surrounding ERT teams from multiple agencies.
  • attended trainngs in Alabama in acordance with unlawful protests
  • Conducted training in the area of less lethal and lethal munitions.

Detective Region III Narcotics Task Force

SFPD
Santa Fe, NM
11.2014 - 06.2017
  • Conducted interviews and interrogations with witnesses, victims, and suspects.
  • Analyzed evidence collected from crime scenes to identify potential suspects.
  • Developed profiles of suspects based on evidence gathered.
  • Organized surveillance operations for investigations.
  • Prepared detailed reports of investigative activities and findings.
  • Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies in the investigation of criminal activities.
  • Initiated undercover operations to investigate suspected criminal activity.
  • Monitored suspect activities through use of electronic devices or physical surveillance.
  • Obtained search warrants and executed them to gather evidence related to a case.
  • Participated in stakeouts or monitored suspicious persons or locations.
  • Provided testimony during trials concerning facts uncovered during investigations.
  • Interviewed suspects, informants, and witnesses to gain clearer picture of criminal acts and collect statements.

Special Weapons and Tactics SWAT Operator / Sniper

Santa Fe Police Department
Santa Fe, NM
09.2013 - 06.2017
  • Conducted tactical operations in high-risk environments.
  • Developed strategies to safely and effectively resolve hostage situations.
  • Maintained proficiency with firearms and other weapons systems.
  • Engaged in physical training exercises to maintain peak fitness levels.
  • Provided security for special events and dignitaries.
  • Responded to emergency calls involving active shooters or barricaded suspects.
  • Assisted in the apprehension of dangerous fugitives from justice.
  • Trained personnel on proper use of firearms and other weapons systems.
  • Adhered to department policies regarding use of force guidelines.
  • Collaborated with team members on mission planning initiatives.

Detective Street Crime unit

SFPD
Santa Fe, NM
11.2014 - 06.2014
  • Conducted interviews and interrogations with witnesses, victims, and suspects.
  • Developed profiles of suspects based on evidence gathered.
  • Initiated undercover operations to investigate suspected criminal activity.
  • Conducted background checks on individuals involved in an investigation.
  • Participated in stakeouts or monitored suspicious persons or locations.
  • Served warrants for individuals and property searches.
  • Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
  • Interviewed suspects, informants, and witnesses to gain clearer picture of criminal acts and collect statements.
  • Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.

Patrol Officer III Patrol Section

SFPD
03.2012 - 06.2014
  • Patrolled assigned areas to detect criminal activity and provide public safety.
  • Conducted traffic stops, wrote tickets, and made arrests when necessary.
  • Investigated suspicious activities, responded to emergency calls, and mediated disputes.
  • Served warrants, subpoenas, and other legal documents.
  • Provided assistance to victims of crimes or accidents.
  • Assisted with crowd control at special events or protests.
  • Interviewed suspects and witnesses to obtain statements regarding incidents.
  • Operated radar equipment to monitor speed limits on highways and roads.
  • Responded to radio dispatches regarding disturbances or criminal acts in progress.
  • Prepared detailed reports about daily activities and investigations conducted.
  • Attended regular training sessions on new law enforcement techniques and procedures.
  • Enforced traffic laws, issuing citations for violations to ensure public safety.
  • Responded promptly to calls for service, assessing situations and taking appropriate action.
  • Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
  • Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
  • Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.

Detective

Espanola Police Department
Espanola, NM
10.2007 - 03.2012
  • Conducted interviews and interrogations with witnesses, victims, and suspects.
  • Developed profiles of suspects based on evidence gathered.
  • Initiated undercover operations to investigate suspected criminal activity.
  • Conducted background checks on individuals involved in an investigation.
  • Participated in stakeouts or monitored suspicious persons or locations.
  • Served warrants for individuals and property searches.
  • Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
  • Interviewed suspects, informants, and witnesses to gain clearer picture of criminal acts and collect statements.
  • Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.

Police Officer

Espanola Police Department
Espanola, NM
10.2006 - 10.2007
  • Patrolled assigned areas to detect criminal activity and provide public safety.
  • Conducted traffic stops, wrote tickets, and made arrests when necessary.
  • Investigated suspicious activities, responded to emergency calls, and mediated disputes.
  • Served warrants, subpoenas, and other legal documents.
  • Provided assistance to victims of crimes or accidents.
  • Assisted with crowd control at special events or protests.
  • Interviewed suspects and witnesses to obtain statements regarding incidents.
  • Operated radar equipment to monitor speed limits on highways and roads.
  • Responded to radio dispatches regarding disturbances or criminal acts in progress.
  • Prepared detailed reports about daily activities and investigations conducted.
  • Attended regular training sessions on new law enforcement techniques and procedures.
  • Enforced traffic laws, issuing citations for violations to ensure public safety.
  • Responded promptly to calls for service, assessing situations and taking appropriate action.
  • Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
  • Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
  • Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.

Protection Technologies
Los Alamos, NM
10.1999 - 10.2006
  • Provide security for Los Alamos National Laboratories
  • attend required trainings
  • conduct post duties and checks

State of New Mexico Corrections Department
Santa Fe, NM
04.1999 - 10.1999
  • conduct pod checks
  • provide protection and security for inmates assigned
  • provide legal resources for inmates
  • transport inmates from facility to facility

Rio Arriba County Sheriff's Department
Espanola, NM
10.1998 - 02.1999
  • Patrolled assigned areas to detect criminal activity and provide public safety.
  • Conducted traffic stops, wrote tickets, and made arrests when necessary.
  • Investigated suspicious activities, responded to emergency calls, and mediated disputes.
  • Served warrants, subpoenas, and other legal documents.
  • Provided assistance to victims of crimes or accidents.
  • Assisted with crowd control at special events or protests.
  • Interviewed suspects and witnesses to obtain statements regarding incidents.
  • Operated radar equipment to monitor speed limits on highways and roads.
  • Responded to radio dispatches regarding disturbances or criminal acts in progress.
  • Prepared detailed reports about daily activities and investigations conducted.
  • Attended regular training sessions on new law enforcement techniques and procedures.
  • Enforced traffic laws, issuing citations for violations to ensure public safety.
  • Responded promptly to calls for service, assessing situations and taking appropriate action.
  • Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
  • Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
  • Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.

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Santa Fe County Sheriff's Department
Santa Fe, NM
06.1994 - 10.1998
  • Patrolled assigned areas to detect criminal activity and provide public safety.
  • Conducted traffic stops, wrote tickets, and made arrests when necessary.
  • Investigated suspicious activities, responded to emergency calls, and mediated disputes.
  • Served warrants, subpoenas, and other legal documents.
  • Provided assistance to victims of crimes or accidents.
  • Assisted with crowd control at special events or protests.
  • Interviewed suspects and witnesses to obtain statements regarding incidents.
  • Operated radar equipment to monitor speed limits on highways and roads.
  • Responded to radio dispatches regarding disturbances or criminal acts in progress.
  • Prepared detailed reports about daily activities and investigations conducted.
  • Attended regular training sessions on new law enforcement techniques and procedures.
  • Enforced traffic laws, issuing citations for violations to ensure public safety.
  • Responded promptly to calls for service, assessing situations and taking appropriate action.
  • Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
  • Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
  • Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.

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Espanola Police Department
Espanola, NM
12.1992 - 06.1994
  • Patrolled assigned areas to detect criminal activity and provide public safety.
  • Conducted traffic stops, wrote tickets, and made arrests when necessary.
  • Investigated suspicious activities, responded to emergency calls, and mediated disputes.
  • Served warrants, subpoenas, and other legal documents.
  • Provided assistance to victims of crimes or accidents.
  • Assisted with crowd control at special events or protests.
  • Interviewed suspects and witnesses to obtain statements regarding incidents.
  • Operated radar equipment to monitor speed limits on highways and roads.
  • Responded to radio dispatches regarding disturbances or criminal acts in progress.
  • Prepared detailed reports about daily activities and investigations conducted.
  • Attended regular training sessions on new law enforcement techniques and procedures.
  • Enforced traffic laws, issuing citations for violations to ensure public safety.
  • Responded promptly to calls for service, assessing situations and taking appropriate action.
  • Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
  • Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
  • Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.

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Education

High School Diploma -

Espanola Valley High School

New Mexico History

Northern New Mexico College

Certification

  • LEEDA 341st Executive Leadership Institute
  • Improving Investigations of Child Sexual and Serious Physical Abuse Allegations
  • Glock-Armorers Course
  • PATC-Rape and Sex Crimes Investigations
  • Hostage Negotiations-Phase I and II
  • Basic Investigator School
  • NMASIC Intelligence Liaison Officer Program
  • Training Human Source Intelligence: Recruiting, Controlling, and Using Confidential Informants
  • Advanced Vehicle Contraband Concealment
  • NARCO Life Undercover Operations
  • Certified Sniper Graduate NM-16151H
  • Controlled Deliveries Training
  • BJA Center for Task Force Leadership and Integrity Executive Leadership
  • BJA Center for Task Force Leadership and Integrity Task Force Commander Leadership and Management
  • BJA Center for Task Force Leadership and Integrity Task Force Safeguarding Privacy, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties in Task Force Operations
  • BJA Criminal Intelligence Systems Operating Policies (28 CFR Part 23)
  • Desert Snow-Phase 2017 Passenger Vehicle Hands On Workshop
  • FEMA-Field Force Extrication Techniques CDP-Office for Bombing Prevention Protective Measures Course
  • HIDTA-Informant Management
  • PATC-Supervising the Toxic Officer

Interests

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS ACTIVITIES AND VOLUNTEERISM , Children Youth and Families, Task Force Member U.S. Marshalls S.W.I.F T. Task Force Member Attorney General's I.C.A.C Task Force Member New Mexico Gang Task Force Member4COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT VOLUNTEERISM Baseball Coach, Espanola Valley Little League 1997-2012 Football Coach, YAFL Espanola Valley League 1999-2003 Elected AFSCME Union Vice-President 2008-2010 Elected AFSCME Union President 2010-2012

Additional Information

  • AWARDS B/ HONORS , United States Army Air Defense Artillery School Honor Graduate Army Achievement Medal 1992 Honorable Discharge United States Army National Guard 1996 Honor Graduate New Mexico Corrections Academy 1999 Honorable Discharge United States Army National Guard 2002 Muchas Gracias for outstanding effort with the recruiting team 2013 SFPD appreciation award for dedicated service and sacrifice SWAT Operator / Sniper 2013-2017 Region III Task Narcotics Task Force Appreciation award for Dedicated Service 2014-2017 FBI-LEEDA Trilogy Award 2019 Supervisor of the Quarter 2020 Commendation Medal 2020

Accomplishments

United States Army Air Defense Artillery School Honor Graduate

Army Achievement Medal 1992

Honorable discharge United States Army National Guard 1996

Honor Graduate New Mexico Corrections Academy 1999

Honorable Discharge United States Army National Guard 2002

Muchas Gracia for outstanding effort with recruiting team 2013

SFPD appreciation award for dedicated service and sacrifice SWAT Operator / Sniper 2014-2017

FBI-LEEDA Trilogy Award 2019

Supervisor of the quarter 2020

Commendation Medal 2020

Supervisor of the Year 2020

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Police Captain

City Of Santa Fe
03.2022 - 12.2024

Lieutenant Patrol Section

Santa Fe Police Department
05.2021 - 03.2022

Detective Sergeant Criminal Investigations Section

SFPD
06.2017 - 05.2021

Emergency Response Commander

Santa Fe Police Department
06.2017 - 06.2019

Detective Region III Narcotics Task Force

SFPD
11.2014 - 06.2017

Detective Street Crime unit

SFPD
11.2014 - 06.2014

Special Weapons and Tactics SWAT Operator / Sniper

Santa Fe Police Department
09.2013 - 06.2017

Patrol Officer III Patrol Section

SFPD
03.2012 - 06.2014

Detective

Espanola Police Department
10.2007 - 03.2012

Police Officer

Espanola Police Department
10.2006 - 10.2007

Protection Technologies
10.1999 - 10.2006

State of New Mexico Corrections Department
04.1999 - 10.1999

Rio Arriba County Sheriff's Department
10.1998 - 02.1999

Santa Fe County Sheriff's Department
06.1994 - 10.1998

Espanola Police Department
12.1992 - 06.1994

High School Diploma -

Espanola Valley High School

New Mexico History

Northern New Mexico College
Bryan Martinez