James P. Melia

• Directed and supervised patrol officers in the performance of their duties.
• Organized and managed special operations, including traffic enforcement, and crime prevention activities.
• Provided guidance to patrol officers on a variety of issues, such as responding to calls for service, conducting investigations, making arrests, and handling evidence.
• Developed strategies to address community-specific crime problems.
• Coordinated with other law enforcement agencies to ensure effective communication and collaboration between agencies.
• Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss current events and operational procedures.
• Reviewed police reports for accuracy and completeness prior to submission to superiors.
• Evaluated employee performance through observation and review of work product.
• Maintained records of all training activities completed by assigned personnel.
• Inspected equipment used by patrol officers for compliance with established standards.
• Participated in recruitment efforts for new officers by reviewing resumes and conducting Interviews.

Was chosen by the Harvard University Police Command Staff, and through an Assessment Center and review board to be promoted to the rank of Sergeant. I perform supervisory duties including but not limited to, scheduling, shift assignments for patrol officers. Correction, review, and approval of patrol incident reports.Made supervisory decisions involving incidents occurring on and around Harvard University Campuses.Made the proper notifications to Harvard University Personnel and Harvard University Chain Of Command involving multiple incidents. Worked closely with University Heath Services in reviewing response to incidents involving medical concerns. Assist in internal investigations of Officer involved incidents as assigned by the Command Staff.

Gathered preliminary investigation information as a first responder to crime scenes.
Responded quickly to dispatch and took appropriate action at crime and disaster scenes.
Monitored and investigated suspicious persons, situations, and unusual activities.
Wrote reports on arrests made, activities performed and unusual incidents observed.
Patrolled designated Harvard University areas and surrounding areas in patrol cars, on motorcycles, and on foot.
Mediated domestic-related disturbances and protected victims from harm.
Directed and controlled crowds at parades, funeral processions and sporting events.
Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.