Joshua Calder
Rio Rancho,NM
Summary
Dedicated Police Supervisor with proven success at building high-performing teams and controlling crime. Productive and positive communicator with public and other law enforcement. Results-oriented Investigator with diverse experience in law enforcement settings. Independently handles multiple investigative cases. Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs in varying environments. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Law Enforcement Academy Instructor
Santa Fe
07.2023 - Current
- Conducted regular assessments of student progress, effectively identifying areas for improvement and adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
- Contributed to curriculum development initiatives, ensuring alignment with state standards and best practices in education.
- Consistently met deadlines for grading assignments and submitting reports, maintaining clear records of student performance data.
- Employed creativity, innovation and willingness to redefine traditional learning spaces.
- Mentored new teachers on effective instructional strategies and classroom management techniques, promoting professional growth within the team.
- Updated skills and training to maintain up-to-date knowledge of courses and teach variety of classes.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans for diverse subjects, ensuring a thorough understanding of key concepts.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
Police Professional Standards Sergeant
Carlsbad
10.2018 - 07.2023
- Managed personnel schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for shifts while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on best practices for policing techniques and career advancement opportunities.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Upheld a zero-tolerance approach toward fraudulent activities, leading to increased trust from organizational stakeholders.
- Assisted in policy revision efforts to address identified gaps or areas requiring clarification within the organization''s guidelines.
- Maintained strict confidentiality in handling sensitive information to protect the integrity of investigations.
- Detected instances of unethical behavior by conducting interviews, analyzing documents, and reviewing surveillance footage.
- Managed caseload effectively, ensuring timely completion of investigations while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Increased transparency by developing comprehensive reports detailing investigative findings and outcomes.
- Promoted an open-door policy for reporting concerns or complaints, fostering a culture that encourages accountability at all levels within the organization.
- Conducted thorough investigations, identifying patterns of misconduct and recommending appropriate corrective actions.
- Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
- Conducted thorough face-to-face interviews with employers, families, neighbors, friends, and suspects, and documented investigative findings.
- Conducted impartial investigations into complaints by employees.
- Worked closely with legal counsel to navigate complex labor disputes successfully, protecting our members'' rights under applicable laws.
- Established partnerships with community organizations to support causes aligned with the values of our membership.
- Served as an accessible point of contact for members seeking guidance or assistance with workplace issues.
- Resolved grievances efficiently through mediation, arbitration, or other conflict resolution methods as needed.
- Negotiated favorable contracts for union members, resulting in increased job security and improved working conditions.
Police Patrol Sergeant
Bloomfield
03.2010 - 09.2018
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on proper police procedures and promoting professional growth.
- Evaluated officer performance during shifts, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for continuous development.
- Handled high-stress situations calmly under pressure while making critical decisions to protect public safety.
- Maintained accurate records of all patrol activities, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and departmental standards.
- Inspected officers and vehicles to identify and correct any unprofessional appearances.
- Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
- Participated in departmental training programs to stay current on best practices in law enforcement, enhancing overall team performance.
- Managed department resources effectively, ensuring necessary equipment and personnel were available for optimal shift coverage and response times.
- Investigated allegations of employee misconduct, reported findings and coordinated warranted disciplinary actions.
- Reduced crime rates through effective collaboration with fellow officers and implementation of strategic policing initiatives.
- Gave presentations at community groups and public events highlighting work of police officers and special teams.
- Supported crime prevention efforts through education outreach programs within local schools and community organizations.
Facilitator
San Juan College
11.2008 - 03.2010
- Built rapport with diverse groups of stakeholders by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural competence during facilitated sessions.
- Used diverse teaching materials and motivational approaches to reduce learning gaps and instruct students.
- Fostered an inclusive learning environment by addressing diverse needs and adapting facilitation techniques as needed.
- Delivered high-quality training sessions, ensuring participants developed a thorough understanding of the subject matter.
- Enhanced program effectiveness by collaborating with colleagues to review and revise curriculum content regularly.
- Facilitated dialogue between participants, family and program workers to provide best possible program and individualized program.
- Provided constructive feedback to participants during debriefing sessions, fostering personal growth and skill development.
Apprentice Electrician
SANBROS Construction
02.2009 - 07.2009
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
- Kept tools and materials organized, contributing to a clean and safe work area for all team members throughout each project''s duration.
- Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to promote safety while working on electrical systems.
- Assisted in the successful completion of various commercial and residential projects by providing reliable support to journeyman electricians.
- Learned and followed latest electrical codes and regulations to deliver compliant electrical systems.
- Identified and studied electrical problems to determine correct solutions.
- Repaired light fixtures, controls, switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels based on detailed evaluations.
- Repaired systems, replaced malfunctioning parts, and supported electrical installations.
- Installed new electrical components and fixtures safely and tested systems to enhance power flow.
Police Officer
Farmington
12.2004 - 02.2009
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- 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.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
Service Manager
Raindrops, Inc.
10.2003 - 04.2004
- Resolved customer complaints in professional and timely manner.
- Met with customers to discuss service needs and offer available solutions.
- Resolved escalated customer complaints professionally, turning potentially negative experiences into opportunities for continued patronage.
- Analyzed service reports to identify areas of improvement.
- Managed a team of technicians, ensuring timely completion of projects and high-quality workmanship.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to replenish stock.
- Maintained team productivity and quality of service by establishing and maintaining clear benchmarks.
- Coordinated warranty claims processing, advocating on behalf of customers to ensure prompt resolution of covered repairs or replacements.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, resulting in improved product support and better pricing for customers.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
Communication Security Equipment Technician - Corporal
United States Marine Corps
03.1998 - 07.2003
- Enhanced production efficiency with thorough troubleshooting and repair of malfunctioning equipment.
- Troubleshot equipment failures and remedied problems to restore functionality.
- Leveraged strong problem-solving skills to quickly diagnose complex equipment issues and implement effective solutions.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of equipment repairs, maintenance activities, and performance data for future reference.
- Evaluated facilities equipment and interpreted data.
- Assisted in inventory management, maintaining accurate records of spare parts and consumables for timely procurement.
- Tested and replaced electrical components and wiring using test meters, soldering equipment and hand tools.
- Documented and filed records of repair work and maintenance for accurate tracking of labor hours, inventory use and equipment histories.
Education
Private Pilot - Aviation
Frost Aviation Services, Del Sol Aviation
Las Cruces, NM01.2021
Master of Public Administration - Public Administration And Services
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM12.2017
Bachelor of University Studies -
University Of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM12.2015
Associate of Arts -
San Juan College
Farmington, NM12.2008
Skills
- Teaching strategies
- Subject matter expertise
- Effective negotiation
- Critical Thinking
- Motivating students and staff
- Curriculum Development
- Performance Assessments
- Policy Enforcement
- Team Management
- Performance Appraisals
- Criminal and Administrative Investigation
- Ethics expertise
Accomplishments
Police Supervisor of the Year.
Police Officer of the Quarter.
Meritorious Service Award.
Medal of Valor.
Job Related Training
- Emotional Survival for Law Enforcement 5-10-05
- NM Basic Police Officer Academy 6-17-05
- IS – 700 9-29-06
- Character in Police Dynamics 5-11-06
- IS – 100 1-27-07
- ICS – 200 1-27-07
- Basic Defensive Tactics Instructor 12-15-06
- Instructor Development 3-9-07
- Use of Force/RCM Instructor 2-9-07 (updated 2023)
- Police Field Training Officer 9-15-10
- IS – 100.a 10-1-10
- ICS -200.a 10-1-10
- Medal of Valor 12-17-11
- K9 Handler School 3-17-12
- Tactical Tracking 8-28-13
- Basic Swat 6-6-14
- Supervising and Managing the FTO unit 2-26-15
- First Line Supervisor 3-6-15
- ICS -300 12-10-15
- New Mexico DPS Intermediate, Advanced and 1st Line Supervisor 4-20-16
- Public Information Officer 6-20-17
- Leadership New Mexico 2-22-18
- ICS-400 4-19-18
- IS-800.b 4-25-18
- Child Safety Seat Technician 2-15-19
- ALICE Active Shooter Instructor 6-15-19
- CPTED 7-12-19
- Ethics Master Instructor 9-19-19
- K9 Narcotics Detection Trainer 3-20-23
- Instructor Development Master Instructor 7-29-22
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 10/12/23
References
- Sonya Chavez, NM Dept. of Public Safety, Academy Director, 505 414-2288
- Cassandra Reed, NM Dept. of Public Safety, Deputy Director, 505 280-1693
- Shane Skinner, City of Carlsbad, Chief of Police, 515-777-5314
- Jessie Rodriguez, City of Carlsbad, Police Captain, 575 302-7611
- Eric Crafton, Dept. of Veterans Affairs, Supply Transport, 573-776-5123
- Dennis Ronk, Retired, Police Sergeant, 505-215-4982
- Jonathan Bond, Lockheed Martin, Engineer, 575-649-6458
Certification
Ethics Master Instructor
Instructor Development Master Instructor
Current Certified NM Peace Officer 05-0009P
Private Pilot Certificate
Police Use of Force Instructor
Taser Instructor
Stop the Bleed Instructor
Defensive Tactics Instructor
Police K9 Instructor
Field Training Officer
Timeline
Law Enforcement Academy Instructor
Santa Fe
07.2023 - Current
Police Professional Standards Sergeant
Carlsbad
10.2018 - 07.2023
Police Patrol Sergeant
Bloomfield
03.2010 - 09.2018
Apprentice Electrician
SANBROS Construction
02.2009 - 07.2009
Facilitator
San Juan College
11.2008 - 03.2010
Police Officer
Farmington
12.2004 - 02.2009
Service Manager
Raindrops, Inc.
10.2003 - 04.2004
Communication Security Equipment Technician - Corporal
United States Marine Corps
03.1998 - 07.2003
Private Pilot - Aviation
Frost Aviation Services, Del Sol Aviation
Master of Public Administration - Public Administration And Services
University of New Mexico
Bachelor of University Studies -
University Of New Mexico
Associate of Arts -
San Juan College
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