Joseph Arbia
Retired Police Officer / Guitar Teacher/ Outside Sales
Long Beach,United States
Summary
Highly decorated retired Police Officer and Guitar Teacher. Excels in customer service, problem recognition and conflict resolution. Leader both tactically and technically in various assignments across multiple industries. Extensive work experience, always demonstrating leadership and integrity, in both the private and public sectors. International liaison representing the NYPD and the USA on the World Police stage. Medal for Valor recipient. National Honors United States Department of Justice.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Guitar Teacher
Levittown School District
03.2024 - Current
- Provide weekly guitar instruction for Adults continuing their education.
- Maintain working knowledge of technical equipment to make sure it is functioning properly.
- Supervise and direct recitals to showcase student talent and achievements.
- Use Microsoft Office and Finale transcription software to personalize lessons accordingly for students of all ages by providing songs suitable to each student and focusing on techniques needing improvement.
- Partner with other musicians and vendors.
- Record attendance.
- Continually train and improved my craft.
- Assess each student's playing talent to tailor instruction to meet individual needs.
- Teach students how to clean, polish, dress frets, tighten screws and properly store guitar in case.
- Build rapport with students.
Custom Home Solution Advisor
ADT
08.2023 - Current
- Generate sales by creating compelling proposals that effectively showcase the value of our solutions. Conduct comprehensive market research to stay current on industry trends and identify
- Evaluate emerging fire safety, home security, and artificially intelligent technologies and incorporate them into existing residential and commercial security systems.
- Perform thorough inspections of fire alarm systems, ensuring proper functioning and code compliance.
Police Officer
NYPD
01.2007 - 07.2023
- Recognized by NYPD Honor Legion for "Acts of Valor" and earned NYPD Medal for Valor.
- Recipient of Department of Justice ATF "Jake Kuredjian Memorial Award" for assisting an ATF agent in hostile combat.
- Earned NYPD Unit Citation for successfully decreasing street crime.
- Auxiliary driver of wheelchair accessible van for front-line member of NYPD who is paralyzed.
- Awarded NYPD Commanders Day for taking first aid actions that led to "saving a life."
- "Cop of the Month" 101 Precinct Far Rockaway N.Y.
- Presented with “Pistol Expert” breast bar from Commanding Officer of NYPD Firearms Section.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Examined photographs and surveillance and any other documents relating to police investigations.
- Documented all findings in concise reports.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Trained and regularly mentored junior officers on performance-oriented strategies and public service techniques.
- Featured musician representing USA and NYPD on International stage of the " World Police Band."
- Set up and maintained technical sound equipment at police ceremonies and public gatherings.
- Led 4 piece Rhythm section of NYPD Jazz Band.
- Percussionist in 80 piece NYPD Marching Band.
- Performed at many venues including, but not limited to, Madison Square Garden, Tokyo Convention Center, Berks Jazz Festival, and the NYC Mayors Gala.
Education
Music Education
CUNY Queens College
Queens, NY 09.2004 - 09.2006
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY 09.2001 - 05.2003
Skills
Customer service
undefinedTimeline
Guitar Teacher
Levittown School District
03.2024 - Current
Custom Home Solution Advisor
ADT
08.2023 - Current
Police Officer
NYPD
01.2007 - 07.2023
Music Education
CUNY Queens College
09.2004 - 09.2006
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Nassau Community College
09.2001 - 05.2003
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