Effective leader and manager with nearly 30 years of experience in law enforcement roles and 21 years combined active and reserve military service. Excellent leadership, decision-making and personnel management abilities with very strong communication and problem solving skills. Routinely supervise up to 30 sworn law enforcement and civilian employees. Highly motivated with desire to take on new challenges.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Sergeant
Virginia Beach Police Department
Virginia Beach, VA
11.1994 - Current
First line supervisor for up to 30 sworn law enforcement officers, detectives and civilian employees.
Performed supervisory duties such as scheduling, training, developing goals, evaluating job performance and maintaining discipline.
Successfully mitigated multiple ongoing, dynamic high risk situations by good decision making under pressure, leading and directing assets.
Reviewed incident reports prepared by subordinate officers for accuracy and completeness prior to submission.
Supervised squad of detectives, coordinating complex investigations through to successful prosecutions.
Investigated complaints against officers or civilian employees in accordance with established policy.
Participated in public outreach programs designed to engage citizens in law enforcement efforts.
Navy Reservist
U.S. Navy and Naval Reserve
Norfolk, VA
10.2002 - 09.2008
Participated in numerous high level joint exercises at US JFCOM.
Requested by name to oversee and coordinate logistics, transportation and security for groups of visiting U.S. and foreign military leaders participating in various exercises.
Staff Sergeant
VA Army National Guard
Virginia Beach, VA
01.1996 - 01.2002
Deployed on 9/11/01 as NCO in charge of Military Police detachment. Tasked with establishing and supervising emergency security environment and protocols at VA National Guard Headquarters. Remained activated for 4.5 months.
Deployed to Italy as NCO in charge of Military Police platoon. Received Army Commendation Medal and Army Achievement Medal during deployment.
Non-Commisioned Officer
U.S. Navy Active Duty
Norfolk, VA
06.1985 - 12.1994
Served as instructor for 3.5 years on operation, maintenance and repair of complex electro-hydraulic shipboard system in classroom and laboratory settings.
Evaluated student competency levels using established criteria or standards set forth by the Navy.
Monitored student activities during laboratory troubleshooting sessions to ensure appropriate use of equipment and resources.
Supervised and performed preventive and corrective maintenance on various shipboard electrical equipment including communications, navigation, alarm and indicator systems.
Education
Associate of Science - Social Sciences
Tidewater Community College
Virginia Beach, VA
06-1999
High School Diploma
Lacey Township High School
Lanoka Harbor, NJ
06-1984
Skills
Team Management
Personnel Supervision
Multitasking
Problem-Solving
Effective Communication
Interpersonal Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Report Preparation
Professional Demeanor
Decision-Making
Attention to Detail
Written Communication
Organizational Skills
Reliability
Timeline
Navy Reservist
U.S. Navy and Naval Reserve
10.2002 - 09.2008
Staff Sergeant
VA Army National Guard
01.1996 - 01.2002
Police Sergeant
Virginia Beach Police Department
11.1994 - Current
Non-Commisioned Officer
U.S. Navy Active Duty
06.1985 - 12.1994
Associate of Science - Social Sciences
Tidewater Community College
High School Diploma
Lacey Township High School
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