John Pignatelli
Highland,NY
Summary
Accomplished law enforcement professional with over 20 years of experience in all aspects of police work. Demonstrated leadership abilities with 7 years of successful personnel management and operations oversight for two separate police departments. Proven track record of enhancing community security, increasing productivity, and improving overall quality of life. Skilled at guiding law enforcement teams to achieve objectives while ensuring compliance with legal requirements. Recognized for utilizing professional background to make sound judgments and apply critical thinking skills in high-pressure situations, consistently delivering exceptional performance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Lieutenant - Administration/Patrol
Village of Ardsley Police Department
06.2023 - Current
- In charge of the day-to-day operations of the police department
- Oversee the Detective division and Community Policing division while also handling all functions of patrol
- Led the full audit and redesign of the departments evidence management system
- Implemented and supervised new community policing programs and community outreach
- Worked directly with the Chief of Police in creating, implementing and obtaining New York State Accreditation
- Designed and in process of implementing an entirely new digital records system, accreditation storage system, training and training records, and payroll and time book system
- Exclusively ran all aspects of the Police Department for ten (10) weeks in the Chiefs absence
- Plan meetings to share key ideas and solutions for effective resolution of staff and organizational issues
- Effectively recommend and send staff to training to keep staff progressing and engaged in helping me achieve department goals and objectives
- Attend leadership and executive training seminars throughout the year
Sergeant – Patrol
Village of Ardsley Police Department
12.2018 - 06.2023
- Led a squad of proactive police officers and assisted and guided them through their day to day calls for service
- Approved police reports, approved or denied time off
- Researched and obtained information for all programs I am in process of implementing as a Lieutenant
- Served as a liaison between the Chief of Police and staff
- Regularly assisted in all major cases and arrests, and helped build working relationships between staff and the District Attorneys Office, local police departments, and many community organizations
- Recruited and interviewed multiple successful new police officers of this department
Police Officer – Patrol
Village of Ardsley Police Department
02.2013 - 12.2018
- Handled all calls for service and routine patrol and security checks
- Led my squad of five officers in arrests, traffic tickets, parking tickets, and calls for service for all years worked as a patrol officer
- Built lasting relationships with community members and assisted the community police division with setting up and volunteering my time for many events
- Field trained new officers in report writing, evidence collection, patrol functions, traffic enforcement and DWI detection and arrests
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate assistance.
- Ensured public safety by patrolling assigned areas and responding to incidents.
- Improved community relations by engaging with local residents during patrols.
- Collected evidence at crime scenes to support legal proceedings.
- Managed crisis situations to prevent escalation and harm.
Sergeant – Patrol/Administrative
Town of Marlborough Police Department
12.2010 - 02.2013
- Led and supervised a squad of 9 police officers
- Covered an area of 40 square miles
- Scheduled and approved or denied time off for 30 plus officers
- Warrant control sergeant, TAC sergeant, FTO sergeant
- Worked directly with multiple Chiefs of Police in recruiting and hiring new officers and civilian dispatchers
- Worked with county and state officials to secure grants for technology upgrades, license plate readers for patrol vehicles, and tactical equipment for officers
- Was the arresting or assisting officer for more than 600 arrests which led to many convictions for offenders of serious crimes and violent felons
- Implemented a GPS tracking system that increased response to call times by 15%
- Recipient of the Meritorious Police Award 2009
Police Officer (Part Time)
Town of Lloyd Police Department
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Was hired part time to exclusively train new hires and recruits. While employed assisted Town of Lloyd Police supervisors in determining what was needed to better improve recruitment and retention. Assisted in the strategic planning and opening of the Walk way over the Hudson and the Governors arrival to the event.
- Maintained public safety by patrolling assigned areas and responding to emergencies effectively.
- Improved community relations with proactive outreach and engagement efforts.
- Developed crime prevention programs to educate the community and reduce criminal activity.
- Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
Police Officer
Town of Marlborough Police Department
09.2004 - 12.2010
- Learned how to proactively police while still engaging with the public to promote a positive relationship between officers and residents. Handled all calls for service either from County 911 or in house lines. Was consistently ranked in the top three officers for arrest statistics. Attended advanced training in DWI detection and accident reconstruction. Assisted my agency as well as the New York State Police and Dutchess County Sheriffs office in investigating and processing several fatal motor vehicle accidents.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
Police Dispatcher
Town of Marlborough
10.2003 - 09.2004
- Screened all walk in complaints, and answered all phone calls and directed them to the proper channels. Dispatched units to calls for service. Entered and managed all police related records.
Skills
- Operational Excellence
- Community Policing
- Supervision/Administration
- Team Training
- Risk Assessment/Mitigation
- Accreditation
- Public Safety & Protection
- Leadership
- Crisis Management
- Strategic Planning
- Asset management
- Workforce scheduling
Affiliations
- Member of MALEEDS Mid Atlantic Law Enforcement Executive Leaders
- Member of IACP International Association of Chiefs of Police
- Member of the New York State Chiefs Association
- Member of the Westchester County Chiefs Association
Education
- Dutchess Community College: General course work in liberal arts and criminal justice. (70 college credits)
- Municipal Police Training Course: Orange County New York. (30 college credits)
- School for Police Supervision: Supervisor course work. Kingston New York 160 hours. (10 college credits)
- Mid-Atlantic Law Enforcement Executive Development: Princeton University only 25% of applicants are accepted from the tri-state area. June 2024 graduate.
Timeline
Lieutenant - Administration/Patrol
Village of Ardsley Police Department
06.2023 - Current
Sergeant – Patrol
Village of Ardsley Police Department
12.2018 - 06.2023
Police Officer – Patrol
Village of Ardsley Police Department
02.2013 - 12.2018
Sergeant – Patrol/Administrative
Town of Marlborough Police Department
12.2010 - 02.2013
Police Officer (Part Time)
Town of Lloyd Police Department
01.2008 - 01.2013
Police Officer
Town of Marlborough Police Department
09.2004 - 12.2010
Police Dispatcher
Town of Marlborough
10.2003 - 09.2004
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