Edwin David Santiago Jr
2005 Blackberry Dr, Greenville,NC
Summary
Accomplished Police Sergeant with a proven track record in leadership and community relations, refined across roles in law enforcement and the United States Marine Corps. Dedicated and observant Police Sergeant with impeccable integrity and stellar record of accomplishment in law enforcement. Proven expertise in leading and motivating officers to handle high workloads and difficult situations with community-focused approach. Skilled in conflict de-escalation and decision-making, ensuring safety and professionalism in dangerous environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Sergeant, Patrol
Winterville Police Department
10.2014 - Current
- Lead teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
- Conveys important information at start of each shift such as areas of focus and persons of interest in local areas.
- Guides officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.
- Investigates incidents and crimes, collects evidence, and records witness statements.
- Effectively leads investigations, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and handles high-pressure situations.
- Inspects officers and vehicles to identify and correct any unprofessional appearances.
- Senior Field Training Officer.
- Department Firearms Instructor.
- Grants or denies leave requests and scheduled coverage for shortages.
Police Officer, Patrol
New Bern Police Department
09.2012 - 10.2014
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Member of Special Response Team (SRT), Honor Guard, and Police Explore Adviser.
Police Officer, Patrol
Winston-Salem Police Department
01.2009 - 09.2012
- Patrolled assigned areas, answering emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Certified Spanish interpreter.
Motor Transportation Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
06.2001 - 04.2008
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
- Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Planned and coordinated tactical movements of personnel and equipment.
- Managed over $5,000,000 worth of equipment during garrison and deployment operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice-Law Enforcement
Purdue University Global
West Lafayette, IN2021
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice Technology
Pitt Community College
Winterville, NC2018
Skills
- Leadership
- Community policing
- Integrity and Honesty
- Reliability
- Professionalism
- Decision-Making
- Community Relations
- Conflict de-escalation
- Problem-Solving
- Professional Demeanor
Certification
- Certified North Carolina Law Enforcement Officer
- NC Advance Law Enforcement Certification
- Police Law Institute (PLI)
- NC Criminal Justice General Instructor Certification
- NC Specialized Firearms Instructor Certification
- National Rifle Association (NRA) Firearms Instructor Certification
- Axon/Taser Instructor Certification
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Police Sergeant, Patrol
Winterville Police Department
10.2014 - Current
Police Officer, Patrol
New Bern Police Department
09.2012 - 10.2014
Police Officer, Patrol
Winston-Salem Police Department
01.2009 - 09.2012
Motor Transportation Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
06.2001 - 04.2008
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice-Law Enforcement
Purdue University Global
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice Technology
Pitt Community College
- Certified North Carolina Law Enforcement Officer
- NC Advance Law Enforcement Certification
- Police Law Institute (PLI)
- NC Criminal Justice General Instructor Certification
- NC Specialized Firearms Instructor Certification
- National Rifle Association (NRA) Firearms Instructor Certification
- Axon/Taser Instructor Certification
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