Christopher Harrison
Jersey City
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Police Lieutenant/First Sergeant/Combat Veteran with extensive leadership experience at the Jersey City Police Department and the United States Army Reserve. Proven expertise in firearms instruction and tactical operations in both law enforcement and DoD, complemented by strong communication skills. Recognized for enhancing team performance and implementing effective training programs, ensuring readiness and safety in high-pressure situations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Lieutenant
Jersey City Police Dept
06.2006 - Current
- Patrol Lieutenant - October 2024 - Current
- Desk Lieutenant - November 2022 - October 2024
- CCB Supervisor - May 2019 - October 2019
- Patrol Sergeant - August 2018 - May 2019
- Active Shooter/Firearms Instructor - 2013 - 2018
- Field Training Officer - 2010 - 2013
- Patrol Officer - 2006 - 2010
Master Sergeant
United States Army Reserve
10.1998 - Current
- Company First Sergeant - September 2025 - Current
- Senior Instructor/Course Manager - July 2022 - September 2025
- Instructor - March 2017 - July 2022
- Platoon Sergeant - January 2012 - March 2017
- Team Leader - January 2009 - January 2012
- Civil Affairs Operator - 2009 - Present
- Chemical Operations Specialist - 1998 - 2009
Education
High School Diploma -
County Prep
Jersey City, NJNo Degree - Accounting
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJAdvanced Chemical Operations Specialist - Chemical Warfare
USACBRNS
Ft. Leonard Wood, MO06-2012
Skills
- HCRST Qualified
- Active Shooter Instructor (ALERRT Level I & II)
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) Instructor
- Firearms Instructor
- Methods of Instruction (MOI)
- Certified HAZMAT Technician
- Advanced Interrogation Techniques
- US Army Senior Leadership Course
- US Army Combat Life Saver (CLS)
- Senior Army Instructor Badge (SAIB) Certified
- Common Faculty Development Program Instructor Course
- US Army Basic Leader Course - Instructor
- Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education I
- Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education II
- DoD Evaluating Instructors Course
- DoD Instructional Design Basic Course
- HEMI / LESD / X – 26P TASER User Course
Timeline
Police Lieutenant
Jersey City Police Dept
06.2006 - Current
Master Sergeant
United States Army Reserve
10.1998 - Current
High School Diploma -
County Prep
No Degree - Accounting
New Jersey City University
Advanced Chemical Operations Specialist - Chemical Warfare
USACBRNS