Javier Bruzos
Coral Gables,Fl
Summary
Dedicated Lieutenant offering over 29 years of law enforcement experience. Known for going above and beyond job requirements to make lasting impact on department and public. Exceptional integrity, leadership and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Services Division/ Lieutenant
Coral Gables Police Department
01.2023 - Current
- Oversee and oversee the daily operation of the division
- Manage the implementation of Mark 43 CAD System
- Oversaw the implementation of Viper System Upgrade
- Oversaw the implementation of EFD and EPd Protocols
- Responsible for the maintenance of the secondary PSAP
President
Coral Gables Fraternal Order Of Police Lodge # 7
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Negotiated wages and benefits with the City of Coral Gables
- Represented members at disciplinary hearings and arbitrations
- Served as Chairman of the Coral Gables Health Trust
- Served as District Chaplain
Youth Resource Unit/ Sergeant
Coral Gables Police Department
06.2016 - 01.2019
- Supervise the Explorer Program
- Supervise the P.A.L. Program
- Supervised juvenile educational programs such as D.A.R.E.
- Conducted and supervised juvenile investigations to include child abuse
Uniform Patrol Sergeant
Coral Gables Police Department
03.2014 - 06.2016
- Responded to emergency calls and provided appropriate support.
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
- Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
- Conveyed important information at start of each shift such as areas of focus and persons of interest in local areas.
- Maintained positive community relations through active communication at crime scenes and assistance with programs such as mentoring underprivileged kids and teaching at Citizen's Police Academy events.
Communications Sergeant
Coral Gables Police Department
06.2009 - 03.2014
- Responsible for managing the Communications Section
- Supervised the Quality Assurance Program
- Supervised the training of Communications Operators
- Handled all public records request from the public
Community Affairs/ Public Information Sergeant
Coral Gables Police Department
01.2007 - 06.2009
- Created and distributed media releases
- Arranged and assisted with media conferences
- Met with community organizations to discuss concerns
- Developed programs (R.A.D.)
- Helped produce Crime Prevention Segment of WSVN news. (Don't be a Victim)
- Conducted security surveys at homes and businesses
Youth Resource Unit/ Detective
Coral Gables Police Department
01.1998 - 08.2006
- D.A.R.E. Instructor
- G.R.E.A.T. Instructor
- Explorer Post Advisor
- Investigated complaints brought by members of community by conducting interviews and compiling evidence.
Uniform Patrol Officer
Coral Gables Police Department
02.1995 - 06.1998
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
Education
M.Div - Theology
Miami International Seminary
Miami05.2002
Bachelor of Arts -
Florida International University
Miami, FL01.1992
Skills
- Police General Instructor
- DARE Instructor
- BLS Instructor
- Crime Prevention Practitioner
- Fluent in Spanish
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Technical Services Division/ Lieutenant
Coral Gables Police Department
01.2023 - Current
President
Coral Gables Fraternal Order Of Police Lodge # 7
01.2019 - 01.2023
Youth Resource Unit/ Sergeant
Coral Gables Police Department
06.2016 - 01.2019
Uniform Patrol Sergeant
Coral Gables Police Department
03.2014 - 06.2016
Communications Sergeant
Coral Gables Police Department
06.2009 - 03.2014
Community Affairs/ Public Information Sergeant
Coral Gables Police Department
01.2007 - 06.2009
Youth Resource Unit/ Detective
Coral Gables Police Department
01.1998 - 08.2006
Uniform Patrol Officer
Coral Gables Police Department
02.1995 - 06.1998
M.Div - Theology
Miami International Seminary
Bachelor of Arts -
Florida International University
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