Joseph Comunale
7 Old Somers Rd. Somers,N.Y.
Summary
Security professional with commitment to maintaining high standards and delivering results. Proven ability to manage security operations, respond to emergencies, and ensure safety of personnel and property. Known for strong team collaboration, adaptability to changing needs, and reliability in all situations.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Armed Security Officer
Greenwich Academy
Greenwich, CT
08.2025 - Current
- Monitored campus premises, ensuring safety and security for students and staff.
- Responded promptly to security incidents, maintaining a secure environment.
- Conducted regular patrols, identifying and addressing potential safety hazards.
- Developed incident reports detailing security events for administrative review.
- Controlled access to property to secure facility and grounds from unauthorized entry.
Detective/Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol
Pound Ridge Police Department
Pound Ridge, NY
02.2023 - 10.2025
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
Detective Sergeant
Town of Bedford Police Department
03.2018 - 12.2020
- Responsible for overseeing casework of (4) Detectives in order to make sure paperwork is prepared properly for successful prosecutions.
- Oversee both Adult and Juvenile investigations.
- Liaison for Westchester District Attorney's Office as well as the Bedford Court.
- Crime scene management supervisor.
- Responsible for maintaining all case records and property/evidence room.
Sergeant - Patrol Supervisor
Town Of Bedford Police Department
05.2017 - 03.2018
- Prepares and conducts patrol shift briefings including inspection of officers; appearance, equipment and assignment.
- Supervises and evaluates the performance of subordinates including disciplinary actions, continued training, and to make sure department goals are being met.
- Reviews reports in a timely manner while assuring accuracy, completeness and grammatical correctness.
- Assures continuous accurate information flow between the administration and the officers supervised.
- Investigates complaints concerning the conduct or performance of subordinates.
- Responsible for the traffic safety unit within the department.
- Accident Investigation team coordinator.
- Investigated all different types of crimes each year, including homicide, sexual assault, robbery, child abuse, cyber crimes, property and larceny crimes.
Detective
Town Of Bedford Police Department
04.2006 - 05.2017
- Collected and preserved physical evidence, photographs and laboratory submissions for case preparation.
- Carefully documented statements, observations and evidentiary materials.
- Conducted arrests and documented all relevant actions pursuant to the investigation.
- Interviewed and interrogated numerous suspects, and obtained admissions from them in order to solve crimes.
- Drafted and executed subpoenas, search warrants and surveillance activities.
- Interviewed new hires and completed background investigations.
- Handled numerous accident investigations, and prepared thorough reports.
- New York State Juvenile Officer- handled all facets of juvenile investigations while employed as Youth Detective from September 2005 until September 2012. Established Bedford Police Explorer Program.
Patrol Officer
12.1995 - 04.2006
- Responded to radio calls and engaged in law enforcement activities.
- Enforced motor vehicle laws and regulated traffic.
- Investigated reports of suspicious activities.
Police Officer
New York City Police Department
06.1992 - 12.1995
- Successfully completed six month training, graduating from the New York City Police Academy.
- Performed various assignments including plainclothes assignments.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
Correction Officer
Westchester County, Corrections, Grasslands
06.1990 - 06.1992
- Monitored inmate behavior and maintained safety and security of an assigned area within an 800 inmate correctional facility.
- Transported inmates outside of the facility, providing safety and security.
- Managed the control/radio room of the Jail Division.
- Delegated tasks and oversaw work performance of inmates.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Iona College
New Rochelle, NY1989
Skills
- Well balanced
- Dedicated and Reliable
- Honest and dependable
- Detailed report writing
- Strong Leadership abilities
- Well respected amongst other officers
- Investigative skills
- Armed security guard certification (NY/CT)
Certification
FBI Criminal Investigator- qualified basic and advanced training
Motor Vehicle collision Investigation- basic and advanced training
DARE Instructor
Police Field Training Officer
Juvenile Officer- Basic/advanced training
Advanced Crime Scene training
Interview/Interrogation training
Background Investigation training
NYS certified Armed Guard License
Completed NYS HR -218 certification course.
Accomplishments
Police Officer of the Year (2000 and 2010)
Traffic Safety Enforcement Award
Bedford Police Unit Citation (2006, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2013)
Certificate of Commendation (2007 and 2012)
Meritorious Police Duty - 2009
Bedford Police Compstat Award (2012, 2013)
Excellent Police Duty Award - 2012
New York Shields Hero of the Month- June 1999
Recognized Westchester County Legislatures -May 2013
Timeline
Armed Security Officer
Greenwich Academy
08.2025 - Current
Detective/Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol
Pound Ridge Police Department
02.2023 - 10.2025
Detective Sergeant
Town of Bedford Police Department
03.2018 - 12.2020
Sergeant - Patrol Supervisor
Town Of Bedford Police Department
05.2017 - 03.2018
Detective
Town Of Bedford Police Department
04.2006 - 05.2017
Patrol Officer
12.1995 - 04.2006
Police Officer
New York City Police Department
06.1992 - 12.1995
Correction Officer
Westchester County, Corrections, Grasslands
06.1990 - 06.1992
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Iona College