James O'Neill
Wildwood,Florida
Summary
Experienced law enforcement professional skilled in criminal investigations and police leadership. Developed training programs and supervised personnel to enhance team performance and operational efficiency. Expertise in conflict resolution and report writing, contributing to positive outcomes in high-pressure situations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Lieutenant
Wildwood Police Department
Wildwood, Florida
01.2016 - Current
- Directed operations for Criminal Investigations Division, ensuring effective investigations and resolution of cases, Managed Patrol Division, overseeing daily operations and response strategies to enhance community safety, Support Services, Quartermaster, Fleet Services Manager, Building Services, Oversaw agency IT initiatives, implemented technology solutions to enhance operational efficiency., Training Division
- Supervised patrol operations for Wildwood Police Department shifts and field activities.
- Directed officers during calls, incidents, and emergency response events.
- Reviewed reports, complaints, and case files for policy compliance.
Sergeant
Wildwood Police Department
Wildwood, Florida
01.2009 - 01.2016
- Road Patrol Shift Supervisor
- Supervised patrol shifts to enhance operational efficiency and proactively detect criminal activity.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Corporal
Wildwood Police Department
Wildwood, Florida
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Supervised road patrol shifts to ensure safety and compliance with traffic laws.
- Reviewed reports, affidavits, and citations, addressing field citizen complaints to enhance community relations and support investigations.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Patrolman
Wildwood Police Department
Wildwood, Florida
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Patrolled Wildwood streets, parks, and neighborhoods to deter criminal activity.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided law enforcement assistance.
- Investigated complaints, accidents, and suspicious incidents for Wildwood Police Department.
- Responded to service calls to address community concerns and ensure public safety, traffic enforcement, preventive patrol
Education
FBI Leeda Leadership Trilogy Graduate -
01-2026
Command Officers Development Course -
Southern Police Institute
01-2020
Bachelors of Science - Criminal Justice, History
Troy University
Troy, Alabama01-2010
Computer Programming
Pasco-Hernando Community College
Brooksville, Florida01-2002
Withlacoochee Technical Institute
Inverness, Florida01-2002
Skills
- Criminal investigations
- Police leadership
- Training coordination
- Personnel supervision
- Strategic planning
- Report writing
- Conflict resolution
Certification
Florida Department of Law Enforcement: Law Enforcement Certified, CMS Instructor, CMS Firearms Instructor, Hostage Negotiator, Traffic Homicide Investigator, Radar/Laser Speed Measurement, Middle Management, Field Training Officer, Narcotics Investigations, Internet Investigations, Basic Patrol Rifle, Investigative Interviews, First Aid Instructor, CPR Instructor, Various Online Classes Through St. Petersburg College, FDLE Certified Instructor, FDLE Certified Firearms Instructor, Taser Certified Instructor, Certified Glock Armorer, Certified Colt AR15/M16 Armorer, CJST Defensive Tactics Instructor, Gracie Survival Tactics Instructor, ALERT Active Shooter Instructor
Commendations and Awards
Wildwood Police Department Officer of the Quarter, October-December 2004, April-June 2005, Commendation for Apprehension of Burglary in Progress Suspects 2005, Letter of Commendation CPR Life Save 2005, Multiple letters of commendation
Timeline
Lieutenant
Wildwood Police Department
01.2016 - Current
Sergeant
Wildwood Police Department
01.2009 - 01.2016
Corporal
Wildwood Police Department
01.2006 - 01.2009
Patrolman
Wildwood Police Department
01.2004 - 01.2006
FBI Leeda Leadership Trilogy Graduate -
Command Officers Development Course -
Southern Police Institute
Bachelors of Science - Criminal Justice, History
Troy University
Computer Programming
Pasco-Hernando Community College
Withlacoochee Technical Institute