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Jarilin Santiago

Newark,NJ

Summary

Dedicated law enforcement professional with combined experience in policing, investigations, technology, and community-focused programs. Proven record in criminal investigations, crisis intervention, and technical support for law enforcement systems. Seeking to bring investigative skills and technological expertise to the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Police Officer

Newark Police Department
01.2021 - Current
  • Conduct investigations involving stolen vehicles, narcotics, and illegal weapons; earned multiple Command Citations for successful recoveries and seizures.
  • Initiated and permanently expanded the Arrive Together Program, securing grants and presenting statistical success data to the State of NJ.
  • Collaborated with the Vice Unit on takedowns targeting gambling, illegal alcohol, and firearm distribution.
  • Detailed to the Management Information Systems Unit, leading citywide deployment of body-worn cameras, programming of new police computers, and rollout of the FususOP security camera system.
  • Certified Axon Instructor – conducted Axon training courses for officers and command staff, including instruction on navigation, login procedures, evidence review, and response actions. Oversaw assignment and management of body-worn cameras across the department.

Correctional Police Officer

Essex County Correctional Facility
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Maintained security and safety within inmate dormitories, preventing escape attempts and criminal activity.
  • Supervised inmate activities including meals, recreation, and visitation while enforcing compliance with facility regulations.
  • Documented daily incidents, prepared reports, and ensured accurate record-keeping of inmate behaviors and staff assignments.

Web Coder & Technical Support

TAG Online Inc.
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Designed and maintained websites using WordPress, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • Tested functionality of website features including forms, navigation, and content management.
  • Edited and optimized digital media using Lightroom, Polar, and GIMP.
  • Provided technical support for company networks and systems administration.

Automotive Technician

Open Road Acura
01.2015 - 01.2019
  • Conducted diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance for a wide range of vehicles.
  • Specialized in troubleshooting and problem-solving in high-volume environments.

Automotive Lube Technician

Valvoline
2017 - 2020
  • Conducted safety checks for leaks to repair damage on undercarriage of vehicles.
  • Greeted customers and answered questions about oil changes and other services.
  • Inspected vehicles to determine need for changing oils and filters and provided feedback to customers.
  • Dismounted and mounted tires to perform air checks, rotations, and rebalances.

Education

Criminal Investigations School - State Police
New Jersey
01-2024

Crisis Intervention Training (CIT-NJ)
New Jersey
01-2023

Police Academy
Cedar Grove, NJ
01-2021

Lincoln Technical Institute
Union, NJ
01-2018

Skills

  • Law Enforcement Systems: Body-Worn Cameras, FususOP, Police MIS systems, Axon Evidence Management
  • Technology: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, WordPress, Network Security, Computer Repair
  • Software & Tools: GIMP, Lightroom, Polar, Microsoft Office Suite
  • Automotive Technician Services: Maintenance services, Vehicle inspections, System repairs, Troubleshooting and Diagnostics, Preventive maintenance services

Timeline

Police Officer

Newark Police Department
01.2021 - Current

Correctional Police Officer

Essex County Correctional Facility
01.2020 - 01.2021

Web Coder & Technical Support

TAG Online Inc.
01.2018 - 01.2020

Automotive Technician

Open Road Acura
01.2015 - 01.2019

Automotive Lube Technician

Valvoline
2017 - 2020

Criminal Investigations School - State Police

Crisis Intervention Training (CIT-NJ)

Police Academy

Lincoln Technical Institute

Awards and Recognitions

Metro Division Award of Excellence (2023), Many Command Citations – Newark Police Department (2022 - present), as well as received an FBI Newark Field Office WG6 (MCH) Position Offer (2016).

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