DEVENDRA PERSAUD
Groveland
Summary
Results-driven technical professional with leadership experience in operations management, military service, automotive diagnostics, project management, and law enforcement. Proven ability to manage multimillion-dollar projects, troubleshoot mechanical systems, and lead cross-functional teams. Strong analytical skills used for data analysis and technical documentation, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.
Overview
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1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporal, Special Violent Crimes Unit / Dedicated Narcotics K-9 Handler
ORLANDO POLICE DEPARTMENT
Orlando
03.2025 - Current
- Lead proactive investigations targeting violent crime, firearms trafficking, narcotics distribution, and organized criminal activity.
- Supervised personnel, developed operational plans, executed search warrants, managed confidential informants, and conducted surveillance to ensure effective outcomes in investigations.
- Coordinated investigations with FBI, DEA, ATF, Homeland Security Investigations, prosecutors, and partner agencies to enhance collaboration and operational effectiveness.
- Conducted operational risk assessments and oversaw tactical deployments, ensuring accountability and prioritizing officer safety during high-stakes operations.
- Previously served as Patrol Corporal, Neighborhood Patrol Unit Corporal, Parramore Bike Unit Corporal, Recruiting Assistance Program member, and cross-trained with Marine Unit, Motors, and Emergency Response Team.
Operations Director
FORD DESIGN GROUP
Clermont
11.2024 - 03.2025
- Directed daily operations for 25 employees and subcontractors, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Successfully secured and managed projects including Disney and Ocala Police Department.
- Negotiated contracts, managed budgets, implemented policy, conducted internal investigations, and strengthened operational security.
- Secured and managed high-profile projects with Disney and Ocala Police Department, enhancing company reputation and client trust.
Porsche Sales Representative
PORSCHE OCALA (GETTEL AUTOMOTIVE)
Ocala
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Championed Porsche brand by creating memorable luxury ownership experiences.
- Assisted in organizing Porsche Club events to enhance member engagement., Coordinated product launch events to introduce new vehicles., customer relationships, finance, service, and executive client engagement.
- Demonstrated vehicle features and benefits to enhance customer understanding.
- Collaborated with the sales team to develop effective promotional strategies.
- Assisted in organizing Porsche Club events to enhance member engagement., product launches, customer relationships, finance, service, and executive client engagement.
Police Officer
Orlando Police Department
Orlando
03.2019 - 09.2024
- Responded to emergency calls and assessed situations upon arrival.
- Responded to diverse domestic altercation calls, applying training to effectively resolve conflicts.
- Patrolled assigned areas to maintain public safety and deter criminal activity.
- Conducted targeted patrols to reduce crime in local area, employing data-driven community policing strategies.
- Led crime prevention workshops, educating public on safety measures and awareness.
- Utilized conflict resolution skills to de-escalate volatile situations safely.
- Managed crime scenes, securing evidence and collaborating with forensic teams for analysis.
- Conducted surveillance operations to monitor suspected illegal activities and gather intelligence.
- Conducted thorough searches of vehicles and individuals to ensure safety compliance. of vehicles and individuals to ensure safety compliance. of vehicles, buildings, or individuals.
- Administered first aid in emergency situations, providing critical care until medical personnel arrived.
- Operated law enforcement tools and technology effectively in various operational contexts.
- Assisted in crowd control during special events or large gatherings.
- Prepared incident reports and distributed to proper departments to maintain data accessibility.
Police Officer
ORANGE CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
Orange City
04.2018 - 03.2019
- Performed patrol operations, investigations, emergency response, and community policing.
- Reduced local crime through data-driven community policing patrols.
- Responded to emergency calls and assessed situations upon arrival.
- Implemented patrol strategies to decrease crime rates in local area. in local area with patrols based on data-driven community-based policing strategies.
- Gathered evidence, documented observations and wrote case reports in support of prosecutions.
- Managed crime scenes, securing evidence and collaborating with forensic teams for analysis.
- Performed surveillance on suspected criminals or high-crime areas.
- Completed detailed reports on all incidents encountered during shift.
- Engaged in training sessions to enhance law enforcement skills to remain current on law enforcement techniques and legal updates.
Automotive Technician
Firestone Auto Care
Orlando
08.2016 - 10.2017
- Diagnosed engine problems using diagnostic equipment and tools.
- Conducted vehicle inspections to identify mechanical issues and recommend repairs.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks including oil changes and tire rotations.
Infantry Reconnaissance Team Sergeant
UNITED STATES ARMY
09.2010 - 08.2016
- Operated in Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom veteran.
- Led reconnaissance missions, convoy operations, combat planning, and leadership development.
- Managed personnel and training, ensuring accountability for over million dollars in equipment and maintaining mission readiness.
- Supervised tactical movements and operations during missions to enhance team effectiveness.: Supervise the team's tactical movement, patrol base operations, and observation post (OP).
- Collected and consolidated intelligence data for rapid reporting to command.: Ensure the collection, accurate consolidation, and rapid reporting of intelligence data back to higher headquarters.
- Managed personnel, training, excess of million dollar equipment accountability, and mission readiness.
- Provided tactical and technical training to enhance team skills and operational readiness.: Provide tactical and technical guidance to subordinates, assist in planning training, and mentor junior officers and soldiers.
- Conducted pre-combat checks (PCCs) and pre-combat inspections (PCIs) to guarantee team readiness and equipment reliability.
- Manage the distribution of ammunition and supplies after a mission and oversee the maintenance of assigned vehicles, weapons, and secure communications equipment.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Seminole State College
Orlando, FLAutomotive Technician
Universal Technical Institute
Orlando, FLAviation Technician
Aviation Institute of Maintenance
Orlando, FLSkills
- Microsoft Office
- SharePoint
- Microsoft Teams
- Criminal Investigation
- Field Operations
- Incident Response
- Data Collection & Analysis
- Technical documentation
- Microsoft Office suite
- Project Coordination
- Root Cause Analysis
- Surveillance Techniques
- Safety Compliance
- Team Coordination & Team Management
- Client Relations
- Strategic Operations
- Evidence Analysis
- Case Management
- Evidence Handling
- Technical troubleshooting
- K-9 Deployment
- Tactical Planning
- Criminal Patrol
- Incident Reporting
- Team Coordination
- Tactical Safety
- Operational Intelligence
- Community Engagement
- Project management
- Strategic Operations
- Threat Assessment
Certification
- Florida Law Enforcement Certification
- Attorney General Crime Prevention & Security Consultant
- Narcotics K-9
- Emergency Response Team
- Police Marine
- Police Motors
- Leadership Orlando
- FEMA
- Field Training Officer
Awards
- Speed Measurement (Radar) Certification
- HIDTA Narcotics Investigation Training
- Mexican Drug Cartel Investigation Training
- Surveillance Techniques Training
- Police Mountain Bicycle (LEBA) Certification
- Crisis Intervention Training (CIT)
- Basic Crime Prevention Certification
- FAA Student Pilot License (Training toward Private Pilot Certificate)
- Army Commendation Medal Recipient
- Two-Time Army Achievement Medal Recipient
- Two-Time Army Good Conduct Medal Recipient
- Expert Infantry Badge Recipient
- Two Army Unit Citations
- Afghanistan Campaign Medal Recipient
- Basic Leader Course Graduate
- Army demolition course
- Range Safety Officer (RSO)
- Reconnaissance Operations Training
- Army Infantry Battle Drills & Weapons Proficiency Training
Timeline
Corporal, Special Violent Crimes Unit / Dedicated Narcotics K-9 Handler
ORLANDO POLICE DEPARTMENT
03.2025 - Current
Operations Director
FORD DESIGN GROUP
11.2024 - 03.2025
Porsche Sales Representative
PORSCHE OCALA (GETTEL AUTOMOTIVE)
09.2024 - 11.2024
Police Officer
Orlando Police Department
03.2019 - 09.2024
Police Officer
ORANGE CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
04.2018 - 03.2019
Automotive Technician
Firestone Auto Care
08.2016 - 10.2017
Infantry Reconnaissance Team Sergeant
UNITED STATES ARMY
09.2010 - 08.2016
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Seminole State College
Automotive Technician
Universal Technical Institute
Aviation Technician
Aviation Institute of Maintenance