Donte Kendricks
Chula Vista,CA
Summary
Seasoned Investigator with a strong background in trial preparation and evidence analysis. Led training coordination and community outreach efforts to enhance team performance and public safety. Implemented policies and resolved conflicts, achieving favorable outcomes in complex criminal cases.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
District Attorney Investigator III
San Diego County District Attorney’s Office
01.2021 - Current
- Provided investigative and police services as a member of the Bureau of Investigations for the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office.
- Conducted follow-up investigations for felony child abuse, sex crimes, domestic violence, and elder abuse, ensuring thorough case resolutions.
- Prepared search warrants, reviewed jail correspondence, located and served subpoenas for witnesses and victims, and prepared reports to support deputy district attorneys during pre-trial investigations of felony crimes including homicides.
Defensive Tactics Coordinator Lead Instructor
San Diego County District Attorney’s Office
01.2021 - Current
- Maintained POST records, authored curriculum, trained instructors, and chaired county-wide defensive tactics instructor quarterly meetings to ensure consistent training standards.
- Coordinated and trained in-service investigators in defensive tactics and arrest & control to enhance operational readiness.
- Maintained training logs and materials for audit to support compliance and accountability.
San Diego County De-Escalation and Use of Force Core in-service instructor
01.2019 - Current
- Led training sessions, scenarios, lectures, and presentations on de-escalation and use of force for law enforcement officers.
- Instructed San Diego County law enforcement officers on CA P.O.S.T. de-escalation and use of force.
- Trained more than 1000 in-service officers of San Diego County.
Instructor Defensive Tactics/Problem Oriented Policing/ Use of Force Courses
San Diego, USA
01.2018 - Current
- Instructed police recruits at Southwestern College in defensive tactics, officer safety, arrest & control, problem-oriented & community-oriented policing, use of force & de-escalation, fostering skills essential for effective law enforcement.
- Expert instruction specializing in techniques and tactics based upon case law, trends, and past incidents.
- Designed training modules aligned with CA P.O.S.T. Learning Domains 3, 20, and 33, enhancing the quality and effectiveness of police recruit education.
- Crafted lesson plans and curriculum that provided structured and comprehensive training for police recruits, ensuring alignment with current best practices.
Adjunct Professor Arrest and Control
Miramar College
San Diego, USA
01.2015 - Current
- Instructed police recruits at Miramar College on defensive tactics, officer safety, and arrest control, enhancing their readiness for real-world scenarios.
- Specialized in techniques and tactics based on case law trends and past incidents, improving recruits' understanding of legal implications in law enforcement.
- Delivered instruction aligned with California P.O.S.T. Learning Domain 33, ensuring compliance with state training standards for law enforcement.
- Trained recruits to apply effective strategies during high-pressure scenarios.
Psychiatric Emergency Response Team (PERT) Use of Force Instructor
01.2015 - Current
- Conducted lectures and training sessions, including static, fluid, and scenario-based simulations, to equip law enforcement professionals with practical skills for effective response.
- Assisted PERT civilian staff in delivering use of force training for law enforcement professionals at PERT Academy, enhancing their preparedness for real-world scenarios.
- Trained San Diego City security personnel in use of force protocols, improving their ability to manage potentially volatile situations.
Civilian Arrest and Control Instructor
01.2002 - Current
- Trained civilian security personnel in defensive tactics, de-escalation, chemical agents, batons, use of force, and arrest and control to enhance their ability to manage high-risk situations.
- Trained civilian college students and employees in workplace violence and sexual assault defense, empowering them with skills to promote safety and resilience.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage critical thinking and participation.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles.
Police Sergeant (Family Protection Unit)
Chula Vista Police Department
Chula Vista, USA
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Supervised police department personnel assigned to the Family Protection Unit.
- Led a team of 8 detectives and 2 civilians to enhance case investigations and support for victims.
- Reviewed all crime cases involving domestic violence, child abuse, elder abuse and sex crimes.
- Implemented and managed the city-wide domestic violence protocol.
- Worked with crime analysts and IT to develop an assessment tool to identify high risk domestic violence offenders.
- Presented domestic violence protocol at a national conference for police officials.
- Conducted training for sworn officers and department personnel and agencies across the county.
- Coordinated implementation of victim advocacy in Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings to improve support services for victims.
Chula Vista Police Arrest and Control/De-Escalation/ Use of Force Supervisor
Chula Vista Police Department
Chula Vista, USA
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Supervised in-service use of force, de-escalation, and arrest & control programs for Chula Vista Police, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Trained in-service officers and instructors on use of force and de-escalation techniques, enhancing skills and readiness for real-world applications.
- Led comprehensive training sessions on use of force, contributing to improved officer preparedness and situational response.
- Supervised analysts evaluating use of force incidents.
- Oversaw the review of all use of force incidents.
- Maintained P.O.S.T. records, training materials, and attendance logs.
Use of Force Lead Instructor
Chula Vista Police Department
Chula Vista, CA
01.2007 - 01.2021
- Trained peace officers, civilian community service officers, corrections officers, animal control officers, and reserve officers in the areas of de-escalation, defensive tactics, officer safety, and arrest & control.
- Use of force expert witness for the City of Chula Vista.
- Reviewed use of force incidents to ensure compliance and accountability in response to allegations of misconduct.
- Implemented POST lesson plans and curriculum to enhance training effectiveness and promote best practices among officers.
- Revised and authored department policy and protocols to align with current standards and improve operational procedures.
Police Sergeant (Patrol Division)
Chula Vista Police Department
Chula Vista, USA
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Managed critical incidents and complex investigations involving first responders effectively.
- Supervised up to 24 uniformed officers, ensuring operational excellence and adherence to protocols.
- Conducted shift briefings, annual evaluations, and maintained shift schedules for optimal coverage.
- Facilitated training sessions for new officers on policies and procedures to enhance knowledge.
- Approved crime reports and bulletins, ensuring accuracy and compliance with department standards to uphold integrity.
- Conducted investigations into departmental and criminal misconduct, reinforcing accountability within the department.
- Mediated conflicts between officers and community members, enhancing community relations and trust.
- Led strategic planning meetings to improve departmental efficiency and community engagement initiatives.
S.W.A.T. OPERATOR
Chula Vista Police Department
Chula Vista, California
01.2008 - 01.2016
- Certified as lead instructor for active shooter training at CVPD.
- Developed specialized training programs in high-risk entries, barricaded suspect scenarios, and hostage situations to improve operational readiness.
- Led instruction on less lethal weapons and munitions for CVPD, enhancing tactical capabilities of officers.
- Provided specialized training in close quarter combat and firearms techniques.
- Conducted emergency responses and crisis interventions, coordinating mutual aid requests to enhance regional safety.
Detective (Family Protection Unit)
Chula Vista Police Department
Chula Vista, CA
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Conducted comprehensive investigations into domestic violence crimes, enhancing case resolution for abuse, strangulation, and homicide.
- Investigated complex child crime cases, encompassing homicides, sexual assaults, and internet crimes.
- Examined multifaceted sex crime cases involving rapes and sexual assaults across various relationships.
- Investigated elder abuse incidents, focusing on neglect, assaults, and vulnerable adult crimes.
- Prepared detailed crime reports for prosecutors, facilitating legal proceedings, and composed numerous search warrants and tactical plans to ensure thorough investigations.
- Chaired monthly multi-disciplinary meetings, fostering collaboration among agencies to better support domestic violence victims.
- Provided leadership as acting sergeant during unit supervisor's absence, ensuring continuity of operations.
Mobile Field Force Officer (Squad Leader)
Chula Vista Police Department
Chula Vista, California
01.2007 - 01.2015
- Led unit as squad leader and instructed arrest and control techniques, enhancing operational readiness and team effectiveness.
- Executed emergency response and mutual aid requests during special events, leveraging specialized training in crowd control, riot management, and biological threat response.
- Trained team in less than lethal munitions, ensuring proficiency and safety in deployment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement
Metropolitan State University
St. Paul, MN01-2019
Associate of Science - Law Enforcement
Normandale Community College
Bloomington, MN01-1998
Skills
- Trial preparation
- Search warrant preparation
- Evidence analysis
- Investigative techniques
- Criminal law
- Case management
- Policy implementation
- Training coordination
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Public speaking
- Community outreach
Affiliations
- San Diego Domestic Violence Council Executive Committee Member
- Sexual Assault Response Team Review Committee Member
- Child Protection Team Management Member
- San Diego County Regional Arrest & Control Instructors Member
- San Diego County Hospital Violence Task Force Liaison
Advanced Training
- S.W.A.T. academy graduate
- CA P.O.S.T. Defensive Tactics Instructor
- Field Training Officer
- P.P.C.T A&C Instructor
- Instructor Development
- Child Abuse Investigations
- Controlled Force Instructor
- Child Fatality Investigations
- ICI Basic Investigator
- Use of Force Instructor
- Homicide Basic Investigator
- De-Escalation Instructor
- Less Lethal Instructor
- Domestic Violence Investigations
- MACTAC Active Shooter Instructor
- Dignitary Protection & Security
- Sexual Assault Investigations
Specialty Training
- Defensive Tactics Coordinator Lead Instructor, Coordinate and train in-service investigators in defensive tactics and arrest & control. Maintain POST records, author curriculum, train instructors, and chair the county wide defensive tactics instructor quarterly meetings. Maintain training logs and materials for audit., Present
- San Diego County De-Escalation and Use of Force Core in-service instructor, Core instructor for all San Diego County law enforcement officers specializing in CA P.O.S.T De-escalation and Use of Force. Conduct training, scenarios, lectures, and presentations pertaining to these topics. Trained more than 1000 in-service officers of San Diego County., 01/01/19 - Present
- Adjunct Professor Arrest and Control, Instructor at Miramar College for police recruits at the San Diego Regional Academy in the areas of defensive tactics, officer safety, and arrest & control. Expert instruction specializing in techniques and tactics based upon case law, trends, and past incidents. Subject area CA P.O.S.T. Learning Domain 33., 01/01/15 - Present
- Instructor Defensive Tactics/Problem Oriented Policing/ Use of Force Courses, Instructor at Southwestern College for police recruits, specializing in the areas of defensive tactics, officer safety, arrest & control, problem-oriented & community-oriented policing, use of force & de-escalation. Expert instruction specializing in techniques and tactics based upon case law, trends, and past incidents. Created lesson plans and curriculum for course instruction. CA P.O.S.T. Learning Domain 3& 20& 33., 01/01/18 - Present
- Chula Vista Police Arrest and Control/De-Escalation/ Use of Force Supervisor, Supervised the Chula Vista Police in-service use of force/ de-escalation/ arrest & control programs. Trained in-service officers and instructors in the above-mentioned areas. Maintained P.O.S.T. records, training materials, and attendance logs. Lead training in all subject matter pertaining to use of force. Supervised use of force analysts. Oversaw the review of all use of force incidents., 01/01/15 - 12/31/21
- Use of Force Lead Instructor, Trained peace officers, civilian community service officers, corrections officers, animal control officers, and reserve officers in the areas of de-escalation, defensive tactics, officer safety, and arrest & control. Reviewed use of force incidents involving allegations of misconduct. Use of force expert witness for the City of Chula Vista. Implemented POST lesson plans and curriculum. Revised and authored department policy and protocols., 01/01/07 - 12/31/21
- S.W.A.T. OPERATOR, Conducted emergency response, mutual aid requests, & crisis intervention. Specialized training & experience in the areas of high-risk entries, barricaded suspects and hostages. Certified active shooter lead instructor for CVPD. Lead instructor for less lethal weapons and munitions CVPD. Specialized training including close quarter combat and firearms., 01/01/08 - 12/31/16
- Mobile Field Force Officer (Squad Leader), Provided emergency response, mutual aid requests, and special events, with specialized training in crowd control, riots and biological threats. Former squad leader and arrest and control instructor for the unit. Less than lethal munitions instructor for the team., 01/01/07 - 12/31/15
- Civilian Arrest and Control Instructor, Trained civilian security personnel in defensive tactics, de-escalation, chemical agents, batons, use of force, and arrest and control. Trained civilian college students and employees in the areas of workplace violence, sexual assault defense., 01/01/02 - Present
- Psychiatric Emergency Response Team (PERT) Use of Force Instructor, Assist PERT civilian staff with use of force training for law enforcement professionals attending the PERT Academy. Conduct lecture, static, and fluid training, including scenarios, and simulation training. Conducted training with San Diego City security personnel., 01/01/15 - Present
Timeline
District Attorney Investigator III
San Diego County District Attorney’s Office
01.2021 - Current
Defensive Tactics Coordinator Lead Instructor
San Diego County District Attorney’s Office
01.2021 - Current
San Diego County De-Escalation and Use of Force Core in-service instructor
01.2019 - Current
Instructor Defensive Tactics/Problem Oriented Policing/ Use of Force Courses
01.2018 - Current
Police Sergeant (Family Protection Unit)
Chula Vista Police Department
01.2018 - 01.2021
Adjunct Professor Arrest and Control
Miramar College
01.2015 - Current
Psychiatric Emergency Response Team (PERT) Use of Force Instructor
01.2015 - Current
Chula Vista Police Arrest and Control/De-Escalation/ Use of Force Supervisor
Chula Vista Police Department
01.2015 - 01.2021
Police Sergeant (Patrol Division)
Chula Vista Police Department
01.2015 - 01.2018
Detective (Family Protection Unit)
Chula Vista Police Department
01.2010 - 01.2015
S.W.A.T. OPERATOR
Chula Vista Police Department
01.2008 - 01.2016
Use of Force Lead Instructor
Chula Vista Police Department
01.2007 - 01.2021
Mobile Field Force Officer (Squad Leader)
Chula Vista Police Department
01.2007 - 01.2015
Civilian Arrest and Control Instructor
01.2002 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement
Metropolitan State University
Associate of Science - Law Enforcement
Normandale Community College