Joe Portio
Los Lunas,NM
Summary
Detail-oriented professional known for strong regulatory compliance and inventory control. Successfully managed business operations and financial oversight, driving improvements in customer service and operational standards.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator
Blue Line Grill
Los Lunas, New Mexico
11.2021 - 02.2025
- Implemented operational standards to maintain a clean and safe environment.
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in order to maintain a positive reputation for the business.
- Ensured compliance with all local laws, regulations.
Retired Police Officer
City of Belen
Los Lunas, New Mexico
05.2019 - 11.2021
- Retied Enjoyed time off
Police Officer
City of Belen
Belen, New Mexico
09.2006 - 05.2019
- Trained new staff on company policies and standard procedures for efficiency.
- Oversaw scheduling and ensured adequate staffing for peak business hours.
- Attended training classes on topics related to law enforcement procedures and techniques.
- Interviewed witnesses and suspects regarding criminal investigations.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement agencies during joint investigations.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance to citizens.
- Enforced traffic laws and issued citations when necessary.
- Transported prisoners to court hearings or other locations as needed.
- Prepared reports documenting incidents involving criminal activity or violations of departmental policies.
- Assisted victims of crimes by providing emotional support and guidance through the judicial process.
- Collected evidence at crime scenes, including photographs and fingerprints.
- Maintained order at public events, such as parades, festivals, concerts and sporting events.
- Assisted with investigations, arrests and prosecutions of offenders.
- Reviewed case files prior to trial proceedings to ensure accuracy of documents.
- Participated in neighborhood watch programs providing information about crime prevention measures.
- Searched for missing persons or fugitives from justice using a variety of methods.
- Provided support to Sheriff's Office staff members in the performance of their duties.
- Conducted surveillance operations and patrolled assigned areas.
- Performed background checks on applicants seeking employment with the Sheriff's Office.
- Developed new strategies for combating crime in the community.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements through analysis of current systems and procedures.
- Responded to radio messages or telephone instructions to appear at scenes of disorder or crime.
- Maintained safe and secure environments for court proceedings.
- Testified in court in connection with criminal prosecutions to support judicial process.
- Regulated vehicle flow, at times of emergency or congestion to reduce accidents.
- Interviewed subjects, targets and witnesses for information verification and corroboration.
- Served warrants, subpoenas, and summonses, encouraging adherence to legal proceedings.
- Prepared detailed documentation of felony-level property and violent crimes investigations.
- Eliminated process discrepancies and accurately investigated felony-level property and violent crimes while preparing, submitting and aiding district attorney prosecution cases.
- Exceeded specific team goals and resolved issues by partnering with colleagues to share and implement service initiatives.
- Monitored and investigated suspicions persons and situations and unusual activities.
- Attained staff feedback to deliver information to superiors for corrective action.
- Strengthened operational efficiencies and traceability by developing organizational deployment material filing systems for confidential employee records and reports.
- Strengthened traceability by developing organization systems for criminal prosecution case logs, records, reports and agendas.
- Arrested individuals suspected of criminal activities, following proper legal procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Carrizozo High School
Carrizozo, NM05-1980
Skills
- Operational management
- Inventory control
- Customer service
- Regulatory compliance
- Financial oversight
- Law enforcement procedures
Certification
NMDPS Police Certification, DPS Command Certified, DPS Intermediate certified, DPS Advanced certified and DPS First Line Supervisor certified
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Blue Line Grill
11.2021 - 02.2025
Retired Police Officer
City of Belen
05.2019 - 11.2021
Police Officer
City of Belen
09.2006 - 05.2019
High School Diploma -
Carrizozo High School