Joyce Pearson
Arlington,VA
Summary
A highly dedicated and disciplined law enforcement professional with a demonstrated record of managing critical incidents and leading high-pressure security operations. As a forward-thinking law enforcement professional, my innovative crime-solving techniques and effective collaboration with various law enforcement agencies have earned recognition in criminal investigations, documentation and reporting, risk/threat assessments, and security operations. I have a proven record in crisis intervention and community engagement, showcasing my commitment to holistic law enforcement practices and my ability to proficiently navigate complex law enforcement scenarios. Dedicated lieutenant commander with proven success at building high-performing teams and controlling crime. Productive and positive communicator with the public and other law enforcement. Transforms crises into orderly solutions. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Offering over 18 years of law enforcement experience. Known for going above and beyond job requirements to make a lasting impact on the department and the public,. Exceptional integrity, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Lieutenant /Commander Over the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator/Community Engagement Liaison/ABLE Instructors
Georgetown University Police Department
01.2023 - Current
- I serve as the Commander of the Community Engagement Bureau
- In my role as a member of the command staff, I am responsible for overseeing the operations of the GUPD's support, and special services patrol
- I also manage special events, student guards, and contract security functions, as well as researching, designing, and implementing the training and certification criteria for both sworn and non-sworn personnel
- I supervise security and public safety personnel, enforce departmental rules and regulations governing officer performance, and initiate disciplinary action where appropriate
- My role extends to maintaining liaison with groups planning demonstrations on university property that are of concern or special interest to the Department or the University community
- My role also involves executing advanced SENIOR leadership responsibilities, including but not limited to:
- Coordinating all VIP visits to campus.
- Scheduling officers for special events and ensuring timely billing for services.
- Managing the Student Guard Manager and overseeing Student Guard Operations.
- Supervising all operational aspects of the contract guard service.
- Serving as the primary liaison with Contract Guard Service Management.
- Conducting performance evaluations for supervised individuals.
- Conducting periodic inspections of patrol officers, vehicles, and patrol work areas to ensure maximum efficiency.
- Leading personnel investigations within my purview.
- These added responsibilities showcase my strategic leadership skills and comprehensive oversight within the realm of campus law enforcement and public safety.
Police Sergeant/Sexual Assault Response Coordinator/Community Engagement Liaison/Instructor/Crisis Intervention
Georgetown University Police Department
01.2020 - Current
- Enforced Georgetown policies, while overseeing officers assigned to patrolling Georgetown property and surrounding areas as assigned by vehicle or foot to deter, locate, and apprehend persons committing crimes or unlawful activities in the District of Columbia
- I served as a panelist on the Georgetown GAAP Campus Resource Panel
- I served as the Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) Coordinator, using best practices to support victims of sexual assault
- I supervise 5–10 officers per shift, security staff, and personal event details designed to ensure the safety of students, faculty, and community members
- I provided crime prevention training and conducted shift-based drills
- Monitored adherence to time and attendance standards, maintained training records, and tracked community relations.
- Demonstrated professionalism and emotional self-control while using specific Crisis Intervention tools/skills when responding to or addressing students and community members suffering from mental illness or depression.
- Developed and facilitated comprehensive training for the Sexual Assault Response Team (SART)
- Provided officers with individually tailored performance evaluation plans.
Police Corporal/Evidence Specialist/Crisis Intervention Team/Security Details
MWAA Police Department
01.2012 - 01.2020
- Enforced airport regulations in the Airport Operations Area (AOA) by issuing airport infraction tickets
- Reported matters of entry control violations from the non-secured airport side to the secured side (AOA)
- Issued traffic and parking violations/citations on airport property to enforce state and local traffic laws
- Inspected airport employee badges and tenant vehicle permits
- Used software solutions to provide concise, detailed reports of suspicious activity, police service, and crime-related incidents to assist in further investigations, intelligence gathering, and proper case management.
- Performed best practices to support airline security programs, passenger screening functions, and management of preliminary investigations of law violations, in addition to making arrests to ensure airport safety.
- Created, and presented a Fundamental Leadership (Pilot) Program (Via PowerPoint) for new police recruits.
- Adhered to all laws and regulations in collecting crime scene evidence used to establish probable cause.
- I worked with Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) to facilitate and support deportation procedures per immigration law requirements, making use of best practices and procedures.
- I worked cooperatively internally and externally with many government agencies in the DC Metro region, including when executing search warrants.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
University of Maryland
College Park, MD12.2024
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Florida Metropolitan University
Orlando, FL01.2005
Skills
- Criminal Investigations
- Protection Strategies
- Public Safety/Arrests
- Risk/Threat Assessments
- Crisis Intervention
- Security Operations
- Program/Facility Security Assessments
- Intelligence Gathering
- Policies/Protocols/Standards
- Lethal/Non-Lethal Weapons
- Emergency Management
- Team Leadership
- Suspect identification
- Laws and ordinances
- Workload balancing
- Computer-Aided Dispatch
- Physical restraint
- Performance Appraisals
- Team Management
- Firearms Training
- Active Shooter Training
- Criminal Investigation
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Community Relations
- Nonlethal force apprehension
- Crime Prevention
- Budget Management
- Search and seizure
- Personnel Supervision
- Criminal Law
- Conflict de-escalation
- Police reports
- Community policing
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Policy Enforcement
- Staff Discipline
- Emergency Response
- Traffic Control
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised a team of 10 sergeants during high profile events
- Achieved scheduling conflicts by introducing new vector software for all types of scheduling tasks.
- Collaborated with a team of 10 in the development of the Capitol project and main campus personnel scheduling software.
- I achieved an excellent result by completing the task with accuracy and efficiency.
Additional Credentials
- Honors & Awards
- Lead Investigator report – Department of Treasury (Indictment issued/Fugitive Captured)
- Fugitive to Justice (Felony Assault) - Fairfax County PD
- Spot Award – MWAA-PD
- Employee (Sergeant) of the Quarter- Georgetown University PD
- Employee (Lieutenant) of the Quarter- Georgetown University PD
- Professional development
- Active Bystandership for Law Enforcement (ABLE) Instructor
- FBI, Campus Security Program University Executives Training
- DCJS, Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CEPTED) Training
- Completed Executive training for New & Aspiring Campus Chiefs & Public Safety Executive Leaders Certificate Program
- Completed Internal Affairs Training Program
- Valencia Community College, Corrections Officer, Law Enforcement Training
- Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy, Police Officer, Law Enforcement Training
- Organizations
- (IUPA) International Union of Police Associations
- (IACP) International Association of Chiefs of Police
- (NOBLE) National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives
- (NOVA) National Organization for Victim Assistance
- (NCNW) National Council of Negro Women
- Volunteering experience
- New Hope for Kids (Grieving Center for Children)
- First Baptist Church of Glenarden (Banner Ministry)
- Bridges to Independence (Supporting families experiencing housing instability)
- Afterschool Programs (Wakefield Girls’ Basketball Team)
- Mentorships (Sister Circle, 12 Women Empowerment Group)
- Technical Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite / Report Exec Enterprise / Column Case Management (National Incident-Based Reporting System) / LINX Data System / National Crime Information Center (NCIC)
Affiliations
- National Internal Affairs Investigators Association
Certification
• During my tenure at Reagan National and Dulles International Airports, I rendered comprehensive law enforcement services, including the enforcement of criminal laws, traffic codes, and federal laws and regulations, as well as protecting government officials, former Presidents of the United States, and other VIPs.
• I conducted thorough criminal investigations, addressing misdemeanor offenses from violent felonies to fraud and interviewing witnesses and victims, who played a crucial role in establishing probable cause for the arrest of suspects.
• Provide security assessments using the Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CEPTED) Model.
• I assumed the role of Lead Instructor for the Active Bystandership for Law Enforcement (ABLE) Training, demonstrating leadership in positive and effective intervention practices.
• As sergeant, I handled duties such as reprimands and served as the Community Engagement (Crime Prevention) Liaison. I took the lead in planning, coordinating, and implementing all activities for National Safety Week, emphasizing a proactive approach to promoting safety and security measures.
• I actively participated in the Bureau of Justice Assistance's (BJA) VALOR Initiative's Safer Together Pilot Campaign, aimed at enhancing officer safety.
As Lieutenant, I oversaw the reorganization of the Special Services Bureau into the Community Engagement Bureau, including oversight of the SART Program as well as continued management of the Student Guard Program and Contract Guard Services.
Timeline
Police Lieutenant /Commander Over the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator/Community Engagement Liaison/ABLE Instructors
Georgetown University Police Department
01.2023 - Current
Police Sergeant/Sexual Assault Response Coordinator/Community Engagement Liaison/Instructor/Crisis Intervention
Georgetown University Police Department
01.2020 - Current
Police Corporal/Evidence Specialist/Crisis Intervention Team/Security Details
MWAA Police Department
01.2012 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
University of Maryland
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Florida Metropolitan University
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