GREGORY BLISS
Minoa,NY
Summary
Law enforcement leader with 30+ years of experience focused on campus safety, community relationships, and innovative policing strategies. I have experience in emergency management, investigations, and fostering diverse, inclusive environments. I have collaborated extensively with the offices of Title IX, and VAWA, to ensure campus-wide compliance. Proven ability to lead teams, develop staff, and implement forward-thinking safety initiatives. Seeking the Chief of Police role at SUNY Maritime to promote a secure and supportive campus community
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Lieutenant
NYS University Police at Environmental Science and Forestry
Syracuse, NY
11.2018 - Current
- Responded to, initiated, and executed criminal investigations consisting of fact gathering, interviewing victims, witnesses, and suspects, followed by report writing for court preparation
- Provide input on policy decisions that would affect departmental operations
- Complete background investigations on potential police officer candidates before their hire
- Completed numerous FEMA courses on Emergency Management
- Developed and implemented policies, procedures, and training programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
- Managed and coordinated training for department members
- Field Training Coordinator overseeing department program for training new Police Officer hires
- Managed subordinate supervisors, including assigning work tasks, overseeing daily operations, and providing guidance on complex issues
Police Officer
NYS University Police at Environmental Science and Forestry
Syracuse, NY
10.2016 - 11.2018
- Responded to, initiated and conducted criminal investigations consisting of communicating with victims, witnesses, and suspects
- Conducted the Police Officer candidate background investigations for potential employment
- Specialize in crime scene investigations as an Evidence Technician, gathering, documenting, and securing evidence, including comprehensive photography, to ensure proper chain of custody and integrity for criminal and police investigations
- Managed and directed training to other officers to enhance departmental, individual Professional Development
Police Officer
NYS University at SUNY Cortland
Cortland, NY
11.1999 - 10.2016
- Police Leadership
- Police Supervision
- Excellent Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Collaborating with numerous and various campus departments
Education
Masters - Project Management
Syracuse University, School of Professional Studies
Syracuse, NY10.2024
Graduate Certificate - Executive Police Leadership
FBI National Academy
Quantico, VA09.2024
Graduate Certificate - Executive Leadership Program
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA09-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Leadership
Syracuse University, School of Professional Studies
Syracuse, NY12-2023
A.A. - Liberal Arts
Finger Lakes Community College
Canandaigua, NY12.1991
Skills
- Law Enforcement Leadership
- Law Enforcement Supervision
- Strong Interpersonal Communication
- Cross-Department Collaboration
- Collaborative Project Management
- Completed Accreditation Manager training
- Service Oriented
Accomplishments
- FBI National Academy graduate
- 2018 SUNY Chief's Lie Saving Award
Timeline
Police Lieutenant
NYS University Police at Environmental Science and Forestry
11.2018 - Current
Police Officer
NYS University Police at Environmental Science and Forestry
10.2016 - 11.2018
Police Officer
NYS University at SUNY Cortland
11.1999 - 10.2016
Masters - Project Management
Syracuse University, School of Professional Studies
Graduate Certificate - Executive Police Leadership
FBI National Academy
Graduate Certificate - Executive Leadership Program
University of Virginia
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Leadership
Syracuse University, School of Professional Studies
A.A. - Liberal Arts
Finger Lakes Community College
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