Robert Francis
Whitehouse Station,NJ
Summary
I am a retired State Police Assistant Station Commander who is interested in finding full-time work which is rewarding to both community and myself.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Station Commander
New Jersey State Police
West Trenton, NJ
02.1989 - 12.2018
- Monitored employee performance and took corrective action when necessary.
- Implemented new technologies that improved operational efficiency at the station.
- Created schedules for staff members to ensure optimal coverage and efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing the station's activities.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors providing services such as janitorial or security personnel for the facility.
- Analyzed operational data to evaluate effectiveness of current processes and develop strategies for improvement.
- Facilitated communication between staff members by holding regular meetings to discuss progress on projects.
- Coordinated with local law enforcement agencies to provide security services at the station.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive emergency response procedures.
- Oversaw inventory management activities related to supplies used at the station.
- Managed facility maintenance and repairs, as well as equipment purchasing.
- Served as a liaison between upper management and staff members at the station, ensuring information was communicated accurately in both directions.
- Developed policies for handling hazardous materials safely in accordance with federal regulations.
- Promoted and maintained good community relations.
- Enforced laws and investigated cases.
- Submitted regular progress reports.
- Enforced municipal, provincial and federal laws.
- Evaluated complaints and emergency-request information to determine response requirements.
- Responded to medical emergencies providing first aid when necessary.
- Conducted investigations into suspicious activities or individuals.
- Maintained order at public events such as demonstrations or parades.
- Enforced laws and ordinances related to state statutes or local regulations.
- Provided assistance to other law enforcement agencies when requested.
- Assisted with crowd control during special events such as concerts or sporting events.
- Observed court proceedings related to cases involving police work performed by self or others on the force.
- Developed relationships within the community by attending neighborhood meetings or other civic functions.
- Assisted victims of crime with filing reports and obtaining necessary services.
- Prepared detailed incident reports documenting all facts associated with each call for service.
- Investigated criminal activity, collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses, and writing reports.
- Administered sobriety tests during DUI stops following departmental procedures.
- Attended to emergency calls and responded to incidents in a timely manner.
- Transported prisoners between locations while maintaining control of the situation.
- Participated in training exercises designed to maintain proficiency in firearms use and safety protocols.
- Analyzed data from multiple sources to inform decision-making process.
- Collaborated with external agencies to coordinate traffic movement and resource deployment.
- Facilitated real-time mission support through effective communication channels.
- Maintained accurate logs of operational activities.
- Performed routine equipment maintenance checks to maintain readiness.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations in the workplace.
- Conducted briefings on situational updates to leadership.
- Collaborated with external agencies to enhance coordination efforts.
- Supervised staff scheduling, workload distribution, and task prioritization.
- Used telecommunications systems, two-way radios and intercom system to communicate with teams.
- Maintained and updated daily event logs and entry authority lists.
- Managed communications between personnel for continual connections during missions.
- Assessed situations and alerted staff to initiate emergency action.
Education
High School Diploma -
Immaculata High School
Somerville, NJ06-1981
Some College (No Degree) -
Raritan Valley Community College
Somerville, NJSkills
- Security Protocols
- Operational Efficiency
- Environmental Monitoring
- Logistics Management
- Crisis Management
- Emergency Preparedness
- Team Management
- Report Writing
- Community-Oriented Policing
- Conflict resolution proficiency
- Emergency planning
- Community relationships
- Investigative skills
- Surveillance
- Law Enforcement
- Emergency Management
- Firearms proficiency
- Physical Fitness
- Background Investigations
- Defensive tactics training
- Reporting
- Patrolling
- Integrity and Honesty
- Excellent nonverbal communication skills
- Compassionate
- De-Escalation Techniques
Certification
- USCG 100 Ton Masters License 2007 (Expired)
- D.A.R.E Instructor Certification 2003
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Station Commander
New Jersey State Police
02.1989 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
Immaculata High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Raritan Valley Community College