John Paul Arce-Kelly
Summary
Dedicated law enforcement professional and United States Marine Corps (USMC) Sergeant with over 10 years of combined experience in leadership, instruction, and tactical operations. Seeking promotion to Agent to further mentor officers, enhance department readiness, and support the professional growth of Monrovia Police Department (MPD) personnel through structured training and real-world experience.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Patrol Officer
Monrovia Police Department
01.2023 - Current
- Responsible for proactive patrol, traffic enforcement, DUI (Driving Under the Influence) detection, and initial response to critical incidents.
- Trained in:
- Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Basic Certificate
- DUI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing
- Traffic Collision Investigation
- Drug Enforcement for Patrol
- Firearms Tactical Rifle Operations
- Drug and Alcohol Recognition Training (through Orange County District Attorney's Office)
- Radar and Lidar Operation
- First Aid and CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) – Certified Instructor
- Explorer Advisor for MPD’s Explorer Post 132; mentor youth in law enforcement tactics, ethics, and leadership.
- Participated in major Explorer competitions:
- ExCon, Las Vegas (June 2024) – Instructed patrol response tactics under stress.
- Chandler Tactical Competition, Arizona (January 2025)
Sergeant (E-5)
United States Marine Corps Reserve
01.2014 - Current
- Firepower Control Team (FCT) Chief – 3rd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company (ANGLICO)
- Over 10 years of continuous service with 3rd ANGLICO.
- Provide terminal attack control of air, artillery, mortars, and naval surface fires in support of joint, allied, and coalition forces.
- Maintain current qualification as a Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC).
- Advise supported maneuver commanders on fire support tactics, techniques, and procedures (Marine Corps Warfighting Publication 3-16 and Joint Publication 3-09.3).
- Conducted joint training missions abroad, including an international deployment to Israel to train the Israeli Defense Force (IDF) in fire control operations, communications, and battlefield tactics.
- Held the billet of Operations Chief—typically assigned to a Gunnery Sergeant or higher—demonstrating maturity and effectiveness well above rank.
- Responsible for the training, welfare, and professional development of up to 30 Marines and Sailors.
- Supervised maintenance, accountability, and deployment readiness of all team weapons and communications gear.
Shift Supervisor
in N Out Burger
04.2016 - 04.2023
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
- Managed cash handling procedures, maintaining accuracy in financial transactions and minimizing discrepancies in daily reconciliations.
- Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
Education
High School Diploma -
Monrovia High School
845 W Colorado , Monrovia CA 9101606-2014
Skills
- POST Basic Certificate
- First Aid/CPR Instructor
- Radar and Lidar Certified Operator
- Firearms Tactical Rifle Training
- JTAC and JFO Certified
- Strong communicator, mentor, and tactical leader
- Experienced in decision-making under pressure, interagency coordination, and operational planning
Timeline
Patrol Officer
Monrovia Police Department
01.2023 - Current
Shift Supervisor
in N Out Burger
04.2016 - 04.2023
Sergeant (E-5)
United States Marine Corps Reserve
01.2014 - Current
High School Diploma -
Monrovia High School
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