John DiPasquale
Berkeley Heights
Summary
Law enforcement executive with 25 years of progressive leadership, including service as Chief of Police. Extensive experience in command operations, tactical response, interagency coordination, emergency management, and strategic planning. Strong background in major public-safety projects, including the planning and construction of a new Municipal Building incorporating a full Police Department headquarters. Led multi-phase Secure Our Schools (SOS) security enhancement grants, overseeing planning, coordination, and implementation. Additional experience in residential construction supervision and athletic coaching.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Supervisor / Contractor
Residential Construction
01.2021 - Current
- Supervise and perform residential construction with focus on quality, safety, and code compliance.
- Coordinate subcontractors, materials, daily workflow, and project timelines.
Chief of Police
Berkeley Heights Police Department
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Provided executive leadership for all department operations, administration, personnel, and policy modernization.
- Served as the department’s lead for the planning, design, and construction of the new Municipal Building, including the full Police Department headquarters, ensuring operational and security requirements were integrated into the design.
- Strengthened community relationships through transparency, outreach, and collaborative problem-solving.
- NJ State Association of Chiefs of Police — Accredited Chief Executive
Acting Chief, Lieutenant, Sergeant, Detective, Patrolman
Berkeley Heights Police Department
01.1996 - 01.2015
- Supervised Internal Affairs, patrol, investigations, and training programs.
- Led critical incident response and coordinated with county, state, and federal agencies.
- Managed and mentored officers across multiple ranks.
Education
B.A. - Psychology, English Literature-Minor
Randolph-Macon College
01.1994
Skills
- Law Enforcement Leadership
- Tactical Operations
- Emergency Response
- Strategic Planning
- Security Upgrades
- SOS Grant Management
- Facility Planning
- Project Management
- Construction Supervision
- Interagency Coordination
Timeline
Construction Supervisor / Contractor
Residential Construction
01.2021 - Current
Chief of Police
Berkeley Heights Police Department
01.2015 - 01.2021
Acting Chief, Lieutenant, Sergeant, Detective, Patrolman
Berkeley Heights Police Department
01.1996 - 01.2015
B.A. - Psychology, English Literature-Minor
Randolph-Macon College
Specialized Assignments
- Union County Emergency Response / SWAT Team (2008–2015)
- Union County Chiefs Association Liaison to UCERT/SWAT