John R. McCarthy
Rutherford,NJ
Summary
Dedicated Police Sergeant with extensive experience in personnel supervision and mentorship at Rutgers University Police Department. Recognized for fostering team development and enhancing operational efficiency. Eager to transition into cybersecurity, leveraging strong leadership and crisis management skills to contribute effectively in a new domain.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Sergeant
Rutgers University Police Department
New Brunswick, NJ
09.2024 - Current
- Supervised day-to-day tasks of patrol officers, ensuring compliance with law and department regulations.
- Performed supervisory duties such as developing goals, evaluating job performance, approving leave requests and maintaining discipline.
- Trained and mentored staff on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect public trust.
- Reviewed incident reports prepared by subordinate officers for accuracy and completeness prior to submission.
Police Officer
Rutgers University Police Department
New Brunswick, NJ
08.2020 - 09.2024
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and deter criminal activity.
- Enforced criminal and motor vehicle statutes of the State of New Jersey.
- Acted as Field Training Officer and Firearms Instructor, ensuring ongoing education for fellow officers.
- Supported positive relationships between community leaders and general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens and visitors.
Security Officer
Rutgers University Police Department
New Brunswick, NJ
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
- Coordinated with law enforcement and emergency responders during incidents and emergencies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ08-2019
New Jersey Police Training Commission Certification - Basic Course For Police Officers Class #49
Cape May County Police Academy
Cape May Court House, NJ12-2020
Skills
- Personnel Supervision
- Staff Training and Mentoring
- Policy Enforcement
- Team Collaboration
- Decision Making
- Effective Communication
Training and Certifications
- Applied Leadership Principles Course - Van Meter & Associates Inc. (April 2024)
- Social Networking Training Course - Northeast Counterdrug Training Center (July 2023)
- Reid Technique of Interviewing and Interrogation - John E. Reid and Associates (August 2023)
- Field Training Officer Certification - National Association of Field Training Officers (November 2023)
- Firearm Instructor Certification - NJ Division of Criminal Justice (July 2024)
- Standardized Field Sobriety Testing - New Jersey State Police (September 2024)
Timeline
Police Sergeant
Rutgers University Police Department
09.2024 - Current
Police Officer
Rutgers University Police Department
08.2020 - 09.2024
Security Officer
Rutgers University Police Department
08.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Jersey Police Training Commission Certification - Basic Course For Police Officers Class #49
Cape May County Police Academy
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