Lewis Spencer
Yorktown,VA
Summary
Qualified professional with several years of experience in law enforcement roles. Demonstrates excellent leadership, decision-making, and records management abilities. Skilled in crime prevention, investigation, and community outreach. Experienced in collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders to address security challenges effectively.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Captain
City of Newport News
Newport News, VA
12.2021 - Current
- Developed and supervised the implementation of police strategies, objectives, policies and procedures.
- Assigned tasks to subordinates officers and monitored their performance.
- Provided guidance and support to subordinate officers in difficult situations.
- Organized community meetings to address public safety concerns.
- Identified areas of improvement within the department and implemented corrective measures accordingly.
- Advised senior management on matters related to operational effectiveness and efficiency.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of current trends in law enforcement practices.
- Maintained knowledge of changes in laws and planned alteration of departmental strategies and policies accordingly.
- Assisted in development of departmental goals and strategies.
Police Lieutenant
City of Newport News
Newport News, VA
06.2019 - 12.2021
- Developed and implemented policies, procedures, and training programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Managed subordinate supervisors, including assigning work tasks, overseeing daily operations, and providing guidance on complex issues.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to junior officers in order to cultivate their professional development.
- Analyzed crime statistics in order to identify hot spots where increased patrols were needed.
- Informed shift officers of properties to watch and noted criminals understood to be in patrol areas.
- Reviewed and assessed criminal prosecution information, including search warrants, citations and complaints.
Police Sergeant
City of Newport News
Newport News, VA
04.2007 - 06.2019
- Assigned, coordinated and reviewed the work of police officers.
- Ensured that all personnel met department standards for performance and conduct.
- Evaluated the performance of assigned personnel through observation, review of reports and other methods.
- Performed supervisory duties such as developing goals, evaluating job performance, approving leave requests and maintaining discipline.
- Investigated complaints against officers or civilian employees in accordance with established policy.
- Prepared written reports detailing investigative activities and findings.
- Analyzed crime trends within their jurisdiction to identify areas needing additional resources or attention.
- Reviewed and assessed criminal prosecution information, including search warrants, citations and complaints.
Police Detective
City of Newport News
Newport News, VA
09.2003 - 04.2007
- Investigated and documented criminal activity, including interviewing witnesses and suspects.
- Developed search warrants to gain access to premises or persons of interest.
- Provided expert testimony in court proceedings related to criminal cases.
- Created detailed reports documenting investigations and findings.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to coordinate investigations.
- Followed up on leads provided by informants and other sources of information.
- Developed strategies for apprehending suspects involved in criminal cases.
- Assessed risk factors associated with potential threats to public safety.
- Conducted covert, undercover investigations to uncover ongoing crimes and crimes in progress.
- Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol
City of Newport News
Newport News, VA
09.1997 - 04.2007
- Patrolled assigned areas in patrol car to observe for criminal activity.
- Investigated suspicious activities, persons, and vehicles.
- Responded to emergency calls involving disturbances, robberies, domestic disputes.
- Interacted with members of the public while on patrol or responding to calls.
- Prepared reports on incidents encountered while on duty.
- Interviewed victims, witnesses and suspects in order to collect information about crimes.
- Participated in community outreach programs aimed at crime prevention.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with local businesses and stakeholders to enhance community policing efforts.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
- Supported positive relationships between community leaders and general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens and visitors.
- Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
Education
Criminal Justice
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VASkills
- Great judgment
- Coordination skills
- Personnel Supervision
- Complex problem-solving abilities
- Critical thinking ability
- Excellent time management
Accomplishments
- Earned multiple commendations, letters of appreciation, and awards for outstanding performance including Team Effort of the Quarter and Supervisor of the Year.
Certification
- DCJS certification current and active
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Police Captain
City of Newport News
12.2021 - Current
Police Lieutenant
City of Newport News
06.2019 - 12.2021
Police Sergeant
City of Newport News
04.2007 - 06.2019
Police Detective
City of Newport News
09.2003 - 04.2007
Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol
City of Newport News
09.1997 - 04.2007
- DCJS certification current and active
Criminal Justice
Virginia Commonwealth University
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