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Edna Garcia

Stewartsville,NJ

Summary

Dedicated and experienced law enforcement professional with a 25-year career, culminating in a prestigious role as an Investigative Sergeant. Seeking to leverage extensive investigative expertise and leadership skills in a role as a Law Enforcement Accreditation Specialist.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Sergeant / Investigative Unit

NJIT Police Department
Newark, NJ
06.2013 - 03.2021
  • Assigned, coordinated and reviewed the work of police officers.
  • Ensured that all personnel met department standards for performance and conduct.
  • Interpreted laws, regulations, policies and procedures to subordinates.
  • Evaluated the performance of assigned personnel through observation, review of reports and other methods.
  • Performed supervisory duties such as developing goals, evaluating job performance, approving leave requests and maintaining discipline.
  • Investigated complaints against officers or civilian employees in accordance with established policy.
  • Provided training to officers on applicable state laws, local ordinances and departmental policies and procedures.
  • Served as a field supervisor during special events or operations requiring additional staffing levels.
  • Collaborated with outside agencies to ensure effective law enforcement services were provided to citizens.
  • Responded to emergency calls for service as needed.
  • Coordinated investigations into major crimes or incidents within their jurisdiction.
  • Developed strategies for crime prevention initiatives in collaboration with community organizations.
  • Prepared written reports detailing investigative activities and findings.
  • Maintained records of case dispositions, arrests made by assigned personnel and other relevant data points.
  • Reviewed incident reports prepared by subordinate officers for accuracy and completeness prior to submission.
  • Analyzed crime trends within their jurisdiction to identify areas needing additional resources or attention.

Police Detective/Officer

NJIT Police Department
Newark , NJ
06.2009 - 06.2013
  • Investigated and documented criminal activity, including interviewing witnesses and suspects.
  • Created detailed reports documenting investigations and findings.
  • Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to coordinate investigations.
  • Developed strategies for apprehending suspects involved in criminal cases.
  • Prepared arrest warrants based on evidence collected during investigations.
  • Attended training sessions related to new developments in law enforcement technology and procedures.
  • Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
  • Conducted investigations of suspects and interviewed witnesses to obtain statements.
  • Managed surveillance of individuals, specific properties and events.
  • Managed crime scene investigations by collecting evidence, performing fingerprinting and taking videos and photos of scenes.
  • Conducted background investigations for personnel security clearances.
  • Performed background checks on prospective employees prior to hire date.

Police Officer

NJIT Police Department
Newark , NJ
12.2001 - 06.2009
  • Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
  • Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
  • Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
  • Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
  • Investigated suspicious persons or activities to determine if criminal activity was present.
  • Monitored radio transmissions from dispatch regarding reported crimes or emergencies.
  • Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.
  • Attended training sessions to maintain proficiency in law enforcement techniques.
  • Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
  • Patrolled assigned areas both on foot and in motor vehicles, maintaining awareness and providing valuable community surveillance.
  • Executed law enforcement patrol functions in assigned locations for extended periods of time.
  • Responded promptly to activated alarms for fires and burglaries.

Senior Security / Police Dispatcher

NJIT Police Department
Newark , NJ
09.1998 - 08.2001
  • Received and dispatched calls for emergency services.
  • Monitored radio frequencies to ensure proper communication between personnel in the field and dispatch office.
  • Provided support to officers by relaying critical information during emergencies.
  • Verified the status of units assigned to calls in order to ensure safety protocols were followed.
  • Coordinated communication between multiple agencies when responding to complex incidents.

911 Police Dispatcher

Paterson Police Department
Paterson, NJ
02.1996 - 09.1998
  • Received, evaluated and prioritized incoming emergency calls from the public; dispatching appropriate personnel and equipment.
  • Provided pre-arrival instructions to callers in life threatening situations.
  • Maintained contact with field units via radio or telephone; monitored their safety and progress of their assigned tasks.
  • Entered pertinent information into computer aided dispatch system; maintained detailed records of all dispatched calls.
  • Utilized multi-line telephone system to answer inquiries from the public regarding emergencies, non-emergencies, police services.
  • Researched criminal history data utilizing law enforcement databases; provided necessary information to officers in the field.
  • Responded promptly to requests for assistance from law enforcement personnel in the field.
  • Prioritized responses to public emergency and non-emergent calls to promptly dispatch police, fire and EMS while tracking data in real-time.
  • Assisted departments with special requests for assistance and BOLOs.

Education

Police Training Certificate

Essex County Police Academy
Cedar Gove NJ
08-2001

High School Diploma -

Eastside High School
Paterson, NJ
06-1994

Timeline

Administrative Sergeant / Investigative Unit

NJIT Police Department
06.2013 - 03.2021

Police Detective/Officer

NJIT Police Department
06.2009 - 06.2013

Police Officer

NJIT Police Department
12.2001 - 06.2009

Senior Security / Police Dispatcher

NJIT Police Department
09.1998 - 08.2001

911 Police Dispatcher

Paterson Police Department
02.1996 - 09.1998

Police Training Certificate

Essex County Police Academy

High School Diploma -

Eastside High School

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