Joseph Arredondo
Pen Argyl,PA
Summary
Experienced and dedicated Detective and Patrol Officer. With 10 years experience as a Patrol Officer and almost 10 years experience as a Vice Narcotics Detective. Proven track record of successful criminal investigations. Passionate and Hardworking Police Officer. Knowledgeable, driven and proactive. From a family of Law Enforcement and Military Officers. Committed to contributing to the Community and continuing to Serve and Protect.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vice Division
Easton Police Department
05.2017 - Current
- Conducted hundreds of investigations into drug trafficking and the illegal use of drugs
- Prepared and executed hundreds of search warrants
- Conducted numerous interviews with individuals involved in the use and sale of illegal drugs and trafficking of narcotics
- Assisted several agencies including but not limited to the FBI, DEA, US Marshalls, Attorney Generals Office, NJ and PA State Police and Northampton County Drug Task Force with investigations into drug trafficking and the execution of search warrants.
- Numerous Drug arrests/seizures of Narcotics including but not limited to Cocaine, Heroin, Methamphetamine, MDMA and Fentanyl
- Numerous seizures of Firearms, Vehicles, Currency and other drug related proceeds
Patrol Division
Easton Police Department
07.2007 - 05.2017
- Conducted and Participated in the execution of search warrants (surveillance, search)
- Conducted Patrol duties on 8 and 12 hours shifts on all shifts in all patrol sectors of the City
- Northampton County Drug Task Force
- IPMBA certified Bicycle Patrol
- Assigned to The Problem Oriented Policing Unit
- EPD Honor Guard
- FTO
- Over 30 patrol related accommodations/awards, including Bravery, Heroism and Officer of the Year
- Numerous trainings including but not limited to; FBI Drug Task Force, Northampton County Drug Task Force, PSP, Northeast Counter Drug Training Center, Pennsylvania Narcotic Officers Training
Patrol Division, Corporal
A Pocono Country Place Community Police/Public Safety
Tobyhanna, PA
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Act 235 Community Police
- Full patrol uniform, fully marked patrol vehicle
- Speed enforcement (radar)
- Other traffic related offenses
- Service calls, emergency/non-emergency
- Traffic and parking enforcement
- Community relations
- Assisted other agencies, Pocono Mountain Regional Police Department and PSP
- Promoted to Corporal
Education
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PANorthampton Community College
Bethlehem, PALackawanna College Police Academy
Scranton, PASkills
- Advanced Interview and Interrogation
- Crisis intervention and De-Escalation
- Recognized Drug Expert
- Identifying deceptive behavior
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Flexible and adaptable
Accomplishments
2016 Officer of the Year
3 Bravery Awards
5 Commendations for Merit
15+ Unit citations
6 Certificates of Recognition (PA house of Representatives)
Commendation for Achievement
2008 Easton Police; Outstanding performance
City of Easton Fire Dept; Commendation for Courage
Northampton County District Attorney; Letters of Commendation
Certification
Court room testimony
Crisis intervention team
Auto Theft/Vehicle identification
Informant Mangement
Search and Seizure
Firearms/Defensive Tactics/Less lethal
CPR/First Aid
Off Duty Conduct
Field Training Officer
Drug Identification
Street Gangs
IPMBA Police Cyclist
Awards and Commendations
2016 Police Officer of the year, 3 Bravery Awards, 5 Commendations for Merit, 15+ Unit Citations, 1 Commendation for Heroism, 6 Certificates of Recognition (Pennsylvania House of Representatives), Commendation for Achievement, 2008 Easton Police; Outstanding Performance of Duty, City of Easton Fire Department; Commendation for Courage, Wilson Borough Chief of Police; Letter of Commendation, Spring Garden Children Center; Letter of Commendation, Boy Scouts of America; Letter of Commendation, Cops and Kids Literacy Program; Letter of Commendation, County of Northampton Office of District Attorney; Letter of Commendation (Investigation), Northampton County Assistant District Attorney; Letter of Commendation (Investigation), Honor Guard; Letter of Commendation
Timeline
Vice Division
Easton Police Department
05.2017 - Current
Patrol Division
Easton Police Department
07.2007 - 05.2017
Patrol Division, Corporal
A Pocono Country Place Community Police/Public Safety
01.2005 - 01.2007
Northampton Community College
Northampton Community College
Lackawanna College Police Academy