DANIELLE WOODS
Detroit,MI
Summary
Experienced police officer specializing in community engagement and LGBTQ advocacy. Led initiatives in undercover operations and conflict resolution to build trust and enhance safety. Expertise in project management and public speaking, focused on improving community-police relations through effective training and outreach.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
POLICE OFFICER- OFFICE OF THE CHIEF
DETROIT POLICE DEPARTMENT
Detroit, MI
01.2014 - 11.2025
- Coordinated Citizen Radio Patrol operations, improving communication and response efforts for enhanced community safety.
- Facilitated communication between departments and community members as LGBTQ liaison officer, strengthening trust and collaboration.
- Assisted department personnel with LGBTQ investigations and addressed complaints to promote community trust.
- Chaired the LGBTQ Community Council, fostering collaboration among stakeholders.
- Led the LGBTQ Advisory Board as chairperson, advocating for diverse perspectives.
- Executed administrative duties for Chief Neighborhood Liaison Unit, streamlining operations to support community engagement.
- Provided training on LGBTQ interpersonal communications to sworn and civilian employees.
- Managed special projects and events, delivering successful initiatives for the community.
POLICE OFFICER CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS BUREAU
DETROIT POLICE DEPARTMENT
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Executed undercover operations to gather critical intelligence for Vice and Narcotics investigations.
- Assisted Wayne County Vice/Narcotics Task Force Unit in conducting specialized investigations, contributing to case resolution.
- Processed and maintained DNA records for major crimes, ensuring integrity and reliability of data tracking.
- Performed administrative duties for the Major Crimes Unit, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
POLICE OFFICER NINTH PRECINCT/VICE ENFORCEMENT
DETROIT POLICE DEPARTMENT
01.2000 - 01.2009
- Conducted regular patrols to deter crime and foster community trust and engagement.
- Enforced operational procedures, ensuring compliance with regulations to maintain order within precinct operations.
- Trained new recruits on patrol operations and procedures.
- Assisted with police operations and personnel management, contributing to effective resource allocation and teamwork.
Education
MBA - Business Management & Marketing
Cleary University
Howell, MI05-2024
BBA - Business Administration
Cleary University
Howell, MI05-2020
Detroit Police Academy Completion Certificate - Law Enforcement
Detroit Police Academy
Detroit, MI07-2001
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Oakland Community College
Farmington Hills, MISkills
- Criminal and traffic law
- Judicial process knowledge
- Arrest and search warrant procedures
- Field training officer
- Undercover operations expertise
- Crime prevention strategies
- Community policing and organizing
- Case management
- Community policing
- Policy enforcement strategies
- Search warrant procedures
- Training facilitation
- Operational planning
- Project management skills
- Time management
- Public speaking skills
- Conflict resolution
Community Organizations Affiliations
- LGBT Chamber of Commerce (Member)
- Out & Equal National Chapter
- C.O.R.E. (Committee On Race & Equality)
- Chair- Chief's LGBT Advisory Board & Action Team
- LGBTQ Community Chat Coordinator
- Instructor LGBTQ Sensitivity & Awareness Training
- Security Strategist for Motor City Pride
- Citizen's City-Wide Radio Patrol Coordinator
- Mayor Mike Duggan City-Wide LGBT Task Force
- Affirmations Board of Directors (2017-2020)
- Executive Committee Member- Affirmations (2018)
- The SISTERHOOD: No Boundaries Mentoring Program
- LGBTQ Community Council
- National LGBTQ Liaison Network
- Michigan Women Forward
- Appointee to State of Michigan LGBTQ+ Commission
Career Achievements
- Citations and Certificates of Achievement Awards
- Field Training Officer
- Super Bowl Award
- Rosa Parks Funeral Award
- All-Star Game (NBL) Award
- Women In Blue- Woman of the Year Nominee 2016
- Feature Article HOUR Magazine, The Evolution of Policing in Detroit
- Featured Cover Story for 'NBC Out'
- 2016 Equality Michigan Heather McAllister Activist Award
- Chief of Police Unit Award- Chief's Neighborhood Liaison
- Chief of Police Unit Award- LGBTQ Liaison
- BLAC Magazine/Calendar 'Detroit Ones To Watch' 2017
- 2017 Recipient of the One Church Detroit 'Bridge-Maker' Award
- LGBTQ Awareness, Sensitivity, and Competency Training MCOLES Approved (03/01/17)
- Departmental Promotion- Corporal Officer (03/01/17)
- HOUR Magazine 'Best In Detroit' 2017
- Spirit of Detroit Recipient
- Wayne State University Library of History (1st Detroit Police Department LGBTQ Liaison)
- Fair Michigan Project 2017 'Champion of Justice Award' Recipient
- 2018 Women in Blue 'Female Officer of the Year'
- U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command Special Recognition
- 2020 Global Michigan Panelist for UN Commission on the Status of Women and the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action
- 2021 Community Leadership Award recipient; Alpha Phi Kappa Fraternity
- 2021 Certificate of Appreciation- Transportation & Security Administration (TSA)
- 2021 Certificate of Appreciation - Motorola, Inc
- 2021 Game Changers Honoree- Comerica Bank & Detroit Tigers
- 2021 Vincent J. Bell Service Award
- 2022 Detroit Choice Award Vanguard Honoree
- 2022 Inductee Michigan Women's Hall of Fame
- 2023 City of Detroit: Civil Rights Inclusion & Opportunity Human Rights Award Recipient
- 2024 MoTown Honors- Humanitarian Award Recipient
- 2025 Keynote Speaker for the National LGBT Law Enforcement Network
- 2025 Award Presenter of State of Michigan Proclamation to LGBT Detroit on behalf of LGBTQ+ Commission & Recognized Pioneer for LGBTQ Movement at Detroit Historic Museum for Hotter Than July
Law Enforcement Skills
- Criminal Law
- Traffic Law
- Field Training Officer
- Microsoft Office Tools
- Office Management
- Crime Prevention
- Public Speaking
- Judicial Process
- Undercover Operations
- Community Policing/Organizing
- Report Writing
- Arrest/Search Warrant Process
- Classroom/Course Development
- Project Management
- LGBTQ Culture
- Timekeeping
Timeline
POLICE OFFICER- OFFICE OF THE CHIEF
DETROIT POLICE DEPARTMENT
01.2014 - 11.2025
POLICE OFFICER CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS BUREAU
DETROIT POLICE DEPARTMENT
01.2011 - 01.2014
POLICE OFFICER NINTH PRECINCT/VICE ENFORCEMENT
DETROIT POLICE DEPARTMENT
01.2000 - 01.2009
MBA - Business Management & Marketing
Cleary University
BBA - Business Administration
Cleary University
Detroit Police Academy Completion Certificate - Law Enforcement
Detroit Police Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Oakland Community College