Dedicated Detective Sergeant with expertise in team leadership, crisis negotiation, and criminal investigation coordination. Proven track record in training and developing junior detectives, enhancing investigation effectiveness and operational efficiency.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Detective Sergeant
City of Bay Village Police Department
Bay Village, OH
09.1993 - 03.2026
Supervised investigations into all types of crimes, ensuring adherence to legal protocols and departmental guidelines.
Collaborated with numerous other public and private agencies to accomplish the goal of solving crimes within the City of Bay Village.
Trained junior detectives on investigative techniques, fostering skill development and procedural compliance.
Conducted performance evaluations for staff, providing constructive feedback to improve investigative effectiveness and teamwork skills.
Coordinated the Bay Village PD hiring process and managed the hiring of new officers from the application to final selection phase.
Westshore Enforcement Bureau Crisis Negotiator OIC
Westshore Council of Government
Bay Village, OH
01.2020 - 12.2025
Coordinated and managed SWAT negotiations to de-escalate crisis situations in six suburban jurisdictions operating under the Westshore Enforcement Bureau Council of Government.
Developed and implemented communication strategies tailored to individuals in crisis, enhancing resolution effectiveness.
Trained law enforcement personnel on negotiation techniques and crisis intervention methodologies for improved outcomes.
Collaborated with multi-agency teams to coordinate responses and resources during critical incidents, ensuring operational efficiency.
Worked in conjunction with the Commanders of the Westshore Enforcement Bureau SWAT team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Kent State University
Kent, OH
Skills
Team leadership skills
Collecting evidence
Preparing for court
Interviewing witnesses
Report writing
Criminal law
Criminal investigation coordination
Negotiation tactics
Timeline
Westshore Enforcement Bureau Crisis Negotiator OIC