Francisco Porras
Eagan,MN
Summary
Seasoned Detective Sergeant with significant experience in law enforcement, criminal investigations, and leadership roles. Strengths include analytical thinking, strong communication skills, and deep understanding of legal procedures. Led investigative teams to solve high-profile cases efficiently and effectively through comprehensive research methods and strategic planning. Noteworthy impact on community safety and crime reduction efforts due to keen eye for detail and commitment to justice.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Class B Driver
Able Concrete Restoration
Eagan, MN
02.2022 - Current
- Drive dump truck for Able Concrete
- Responsible for dumping asphalt and concrete onto rubble piles.
- Responsible for assuring loads are safe to transport.
- Responsible for maintaining the upkeep of the vehicle as far as oil, tire pressure, fluids in the vehicle, lights and other parts to assure D.O.T compliance.
Bartender
VFW Post 9433
Rosemount, MN
05.2021 - 02.2022
- Worked at the VFW Post 9433.
- Greet customers and provided customer service.
- Worked with large amounts of cash between the POS and pull tab boxes.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
Detective Sergeant Robbery
City Of Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
10.2017 - 09.2020
- Was assigned all types of robberies that occurred in Minneapolis.
- Investigated and worked with FBI on bank robberies.
- Worked on other robberies, such as simple street robberies, aggravated robberies using a weapon, and carjackings.
- Interviewed suspects, victims, and witnesses both in English and Spanish.
- Presented cases to the Hennepin County Attorney's Office for consideration of charging.
- At times, these cases turned into aggravated assaults or homicides, and I worked with other investigative units.
DEA Task Force Officer
City Of Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
04.2014 - 10.2015
- Assigned as a Task Force Officer (TFO) to investigate federal drug offences
- Worked undercover and bought narcotics from known drug dealers.
- In my U.C capacity I also picked up money at money drops from known Cartel members
- Assisted in translating for witness', suspects, and arrested parties.
- Maintained and worked Confidential Informants (C.I)
Minneapolis Police Sergeant
City Of Minneapolis Government
Minneapolis, MN
07.1991 - 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.
- Attended court hearings related to criminal cases involving subordinate officers.
- Responded to emergency calls for service as needed.
- Prepared written reports detailing investigative activities and findings.
- Analyzed crime trends within their jurisdiction to identify areas needing additional resources or attention.
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
- Responded quickly to calls, questions and complaints from citizens to help in various situations.
- Reviewed and assessed criminal prosecution information, including search warrants, citations and complaints.
- Monitored serving of warrants and assisted in making required arrests.
- Patrolled designated districts in patrol cars, on bicycles and on foot.
Minneapolis SWAT
City Of Minneapolis
MInneapolis, MN
09.2000 - 09.2012
- Assigned to the Communications/Logistics team, Chemical Munitions team, and ended up as a SWAT sniper.
- Did yearly training at Camp Ripley.
- Made several hundred entries on high risk warrants.
- Participated on several high risk call outs.
- Assisted in training a street officer on higher-end tactical maneuvers, elony stops, traffic stops, and other options for searching businesses and homes.
- Assisted precincts with additional resources if necessary.
- Participated in several civil unrest events.
- Assisted in large crowd management details.
U. S Marshall's SWAT Team
City Of Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
03.2011 - 09.2015
- Assisted U. S. Marshall is starting up a coordinated effort to combine a local and federal SWAT team.
- Trained in dual agency SWAT techniques.
- Assisted in several high risk call outs.
- Participated in several high-security transports from federal prison to U.S. federal courthouses in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Use of Force Instructor
City Of Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
02.2012 - 04.2017
- Taught in-service training to officers, sergeants, and lieutenants as mandated by POST.
- Brought in-service training to the precincts to make it more convenient for the precinct staff.
- Diligently coordinated with other use-of-force instructors to fill out and complete the schedule.
- Turned in necessary paper work after each training session to assure that the Officers got POST credits..
Metro Gang Strike Force Investigator
City Of Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
05.2008 - 09.2011
- Worked as a State wide investigator working on Gang issues affecting the State.
- My primary focus was on hispanic gangs due to me being fluently bi-lingual.
- Worked with several agencies including DEA, ICE, Homeland Security and IRS.
- Worked with several other local departments.
- Initialed several complicated investigations, which at times went federally.
- Presented cases to local and federal attorneys for consideration of charging.
Patrol Officer
City of Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
02.1993 - 03.2014
- Worked in the 5th precinct, 4th precinct, and 3rd precinct for the first 14 years of my career.
- Responded to various 911 calls.
- Initiated traffic stops.
- I initiated and assisted in several high-speed pursuits.
- Conducted several street investigations and interviews.
- Organized and set up street perimeters for apprehending burglars, foot pursuits, domestic assault assailants, and other various offenders
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
St. Cloud State University
St. Cloud, MN06-1991
Skills
- Conflict de-escalation
- Collecting evidence
- Crime scene analysis
- Undercover operations
- Evaluating crime scenes
- Report writing
- Community relations
- Collecting statements
- Team leadership skills
Accomplishments
- Officer of the year for 1998 nominated by the Chiefs of Police Commitee 1998
- Two time officer of the month October 1998
- Letters of recognition from FBI.
- Graduate of the FBI police officers survival school
- Two time award of merit recipient.
- Runner up for investigator of the year.
Timeline
CDL Class B Driver
Able Concrete Restoration
02.2022 - Current
Bartender
VFW Post 9433
05.2021 - 02.2022
Detective Sergeant Robbery
City Of Minneapolis
10.2017 - 09.2020
DEA Task Force Officer
City Of Minneapolis
04.2014 - 10.2015
Use of Force Instructor
City Of Minneapolis
02.2012 - 04.2017
U. S Marshall's SWAT Team
City Of Minneapolis
03.2011 - 09.2015
Metro Gang Strike Force Investigator
City Of Minneapolis
05.2008 - 09.2011
Minneapolis SWAT
City Of Minneapolis
09.2000 - 09.2012
Patrol Officer
City of Minneapolis
02.1993 - 03.2014
Minneapolis Police Sergeant
City Of Minneapolis Government
07.1991 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
St. Cloud State University
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