Julian Botello
Experienced Arcadia Police Detective seeking Sergeant position with the Arcadia Police Department to lead patrol teams, improve operational effectiveness, and enhance officer safety through hands-on leadership, mentorship and policy compliance
Work History
L.A. IMPACT T.F.O / Detective
5 Years 9 Months- Assigned to the Los Angeles Interagency Metropolitan Police Apprehension Task Force (L.A. IMPACT) Group 25, primarily investigating violent crimes, burglaries, robberies, and gangs.
Director/Treasurer
13 Years 9 Months- As a Director and Treasurer of the Arcadia Police Officers’ Association I managed all union operations including union meetings, fundraising events, grievances, finances and work with Arcadia Police Administration, City Council and the Citizens of Arcadia.
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance community engagement and officer outreach programs.
- Developed and implemented effective training programs for police officers, improving operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with local government to shape policies addressing public safety concerns.
Police Juvenile Detective
2 Years- Investigated all juvenile crimes occurring in the city of Arcadia and assigned as an investigator with the I.C.A.C. Taskforce (Internet Crimes Against Children).
Major Accident Investigation Team
8 Years- Conducted investigations into all fatal, major injury, and serious traffic collisions within the City of Arcadia.
Bike Team
8 Years- Increased visibility of bike units to enhance patrol efforts in high crime areas and approach crimes in progress tactically.
Inner Containment Team Member
9 Years- Supported Arcadia SWAT Team in managing containment during entry, apprehension, and rescue missions identified as critical by the police department.
Patrol Officer
- Responded to calls for service, conducted preliminary criminal investigations, and enforced traffic laws to ensure public safety in City of Arcadia.
Traffic Officer
6 Years- Conduct traffic collision investigations and reduce collisions by enforcement action within the City of Arcadia.
- Organized and supervised D.U.I. checkpoints.
- Supervised and trained new officers in the Traffic Bureau.
- Initiated the responsibilities of a traffic sergeant when vacancy occurred in the unit and completed the mandated 2018 Office of Traffic Safety end of year grant report.
- Worked with the City of Arcadia Traffic Engineer with facilitating new ideas to combat the reduction of fatalities, crashes and problem solving by limiting civil liability to the city.
Patrol Officer
5 Years- Responded to service calls, conducted preliminary criminal investigations, enforced traffic regulations, and ensured effective law enforcement service for City of Arcadia.
Tribal Officer
4 Years- Enforced state and gaming laws within the casino and reservation property.
- Conducted surveillance operations and drug stings, contributing to the stolen vehicle B.A.I.T Program for San Bernardino County.
- Provided personal protection to tribal members facing threats.
Education
BBA - CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Skills
Certification
Los Angeles Interagency Metropolitan Police Case of the Year Award 2025, Los Angeles Police Chief’s Association’ Centurion Award 2025, Narcotics Undercover Operations (40 Hours) 2021, Child Abuse / Sexual Assault Investigations (40 Hours) 2020, I.C.I. Criminal Investigation Investigations (80 Hours) 2020, Arcadia Police Department Officer of the Year 2020, Traffic Grant Proposal, NHTSA 2018, Drug Recognition Expert (80 hours) 2016, D.U.I. Checkpoints- Planning and Management (8 hours) 2015, Critical Incident Management (8 hours) 2014, C.H.P. Commercial Enforcement (40 Hours) 2013, Intermediate Traffic Collision Investigation (40 Hours) 2013, A.R.I.D.E. (40 Hours) 2013, Traffic Collision Investigation (40 Hours) 2013, Interview and Interrogation (40 Hours) 2012, Narcotic Investigations for Patrol Officers (16 Hours) 2009, Congressional Medal Of Meritorious 2008, LAPD/Orange County Vehicle Theft Course (56 Hours) 2007, Live Saving Award 2007, Parolee Contacts (8 hours) 2006, Advanced Vehicle Stops (8 hours) 2005, Dealing With Informants (8 hours) 2005, Courtroom Testimony Preparation (8 hours) 2005, Search and Seizure Survival Course (8 hours) 2004