Christian Ona
Jersey City,NJ
Summary
Accomplished law enforcement professional with extensive experience at the Jersey City Police Department, excelling in criminal investigation and fostering community relations. Demonstrated leadership in supervising up to twenty-six officers, significantly enhancing patrol operations and emergency response efficiency. Expert in conflict de-escalation, achieving notable reductions in community tensions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Sergeant
Jersey City Police Department
11.2020 - 07.2024
- Served as mentor and role model to junior officers.
- Supervised and coordinated daily operations of patrol shifts of up to 26 officers.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Facilitated communication between command staff and subordinates, promoting transparency and resolving conflicts efficiently.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Managed personnel schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for shifts while minimizing overtime expenses.
Police Detective
Jersey City Police Department
11.2018 - 11.2020
- Interrogated suspects using appropriate interview techniques to obtain crucial information for case resolution.
- Assisted victims of crimes by providing resources for support services and ensuring their rights were protected throughout the investigation process.
- Solved complex criminal cases by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Prepared comprehensive reports detailing investigative findings, supporting effective prosecutorial efforts in court cases.
- Marked off crime scenes and controlled access to protect evidence from tampering or loss.
Police Officer
Jersey City Police Department
01.2009 - 11.2018
- 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.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- 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.
- Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management, Sociology
Rutgers Newark University
195 University Avenue, Newark, NJ 0710206.2005
Skills
- Patrol Supervision
- Conflict de-escalation
- Team Management
- Criminal Investigation
- Policy Enforcement
- Police reports
- Laws and ordinances
- Suspect identification
- Personnel Supervision
- Emergency Response
- Community Relations
- Nonlethal force apprehension
Affiliations
- Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #4
- Jersey City Police Superior Officers Association
Timeline
Police Sergeant
Jersey City Police Department
11.2020 - 07.2024
Police Detective
Jersey City Police Department
11.2018 - 11.2020
Police Officer
Jersey City Police Department
01.2009 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Science - Business Management, Sociology
Rutgers Newark University
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