James Hennessy
Tappan
Summary
My name is James Hennessy, I am 25-year-olds and currently working with the NYSP. I was formerly a police officer with the NYPD and a student athlete at SUNY New Paltz for five years. I earned a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, a Bachelors in Finance, and a minor in Mathematics. Currently with the NYSP, I have been developing physical, procedural and personable skill sets needed to be an effective law enforcement member. While in college I learned a wide variety of analytical, financial and other skills needed to conduct investigations into discrepancies or patterns in relevant information or data.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Trooper
NYSP
11.2022 - Current
- Improved public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency situations in a timely manner.
- Enhanced community relations through participation in local events, presentations, and educational outreach programs.
- Reduced criminal activities by performing thorough investigations and apprehending suspects when necessary.
- Provided a visible presence in the community, promoting trust and deterring potential criminal activities.
- Testified in court as needed, providing accurate and detailed accounts of investigations or incidents that occurred on duty.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
Police Officer
NYPD
04.2021 - 11.2022
- With the NYPD, I developed skills needed to prevent, deter and investigate crime
- Worked to reduce criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
Sports Sponsorship Scout
SponsorUnited
08.2020 - 05.2021
- In my position I was responsible for investigating different media platforms to search for partnerships and sponsorship deals between a variety of organizations and sports teams
- Enhanced team collaboration by organizing group projects and fostering open communication among members.
Graduate Assistant, Peer Advisor
School of Business, Office of Academic Advising
05.2018 - 05.2021
- While studying at New Paltz I worked in two positions with different offices at the University, but both provided similar experiences
- Working as a Graduate Assistant I provided assistance for a majority of administrative and tutoring responsibilities for classes
- Managed administrative tasks such as grading, scheduling, and record-keeping to ensure smooth operations within specific academic classes.
- Working as a Peer Advisor I provided tutoring support to students requiring additional assistance in subject matter comprehension and skill development.
- Facilitated student success by identifying areas of improvement and providing constructive feedback on assignments and exams.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Business Administration
SUNY New Paltz University
05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Finance
SUNY New Paltz University
05.2020
Skills
- Physical Fitness
- Community Engagement
- Computer Skills
- Courtroom Testimony
- Accident investigation
- Community policing
- Public Safety
- Report Writing
- Criminal Investigations
- Analytical Thinking
- Active Listening
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 08/04/1998
Volunteer Experience
- New Paltz SAAC Member/Community Relations Subcommittee Chair, 02/2018, 05/2020, New Paltz, NY
- SUNYAC SAAC Cabinet Member, 01/2019, 05/2020, New York
Timeline
Trooper
NYSP
11.2022 - Current
Police Officer
NYPD
04.2021 - 11.2022
Sports Sponsorship Scout
SponsorUnited
08.2020 - 05.2021
Graduate Assistant, Peer Advisor
School of Business, Office of Academic Advising
05.2018 - 05.2021
Master of Business Administration - Business Administration
SUNY New Paltz University
Bachelor of Science - Finance
SUNY New Paltz University
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