LONISE WHEATLEY
Sunrise
Summary
Dynamic Compliance Officer with extensive experience at the State of Florida Highway and Safety, adept at conducting audits and developing compliance training programs. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and engage stakeholders effectively. Skilled in regulatory analysis and crisis management, ensuring adherence to federal and state regulations while fostering a culture of compliance.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Compliance Officer III
State of Florida Highway and Safety
Margate
06.2025 - Current
- Reviewed compliance policies to ensure alignment with state regulations.
- Conducted audits to assess adherence to legal standards and protocols.
- Collaborated with departments to implement effective compliance training programs.
- Assisted in developing compliance manuals and documentation for staff reference.
- Investigated compliance violations and prepared reports for management review.
- Supported risk assessments to identify potential compliance issues within processes.
- Engaged in stakeholder meetings to discuss compliance strategies and improvements.
- Planned and executed compliance audits to check company policies, procedures and controls.
- Developed systems to track and monitor compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
- Advised management on best practices in compliance-related matters.
- Assessed the effectiveness of existing processes and procedures related to compliance.
- Maintained compliance frameworks, policies and documentation to support audits.
Duty Manager
Global Elite Group
Fort Lauderdale
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Supervised daily operations to ensure smooth workflow and service quality.
- Coordinated team schedules to optimize staffing levels during peak times.
- Managed employee performance through training and regular feedback sessions.
- Implemented operational procedures to enhance efficiency and customer experience.
- Monitored compliance with company policies and industry regulations consistently.
- Responded promptly to any emergency situations that arose during shifts.
- Created positive work environment for employees and delivered exceptional customer service.
- Collaborated with upper management to improve productivity of operations.
- Delegated tasks appropriately amongst team members according to individual skillsets.
- Managed disciplinary processes for employees who failed to adhere to company policies or procedures.
Security Officer
Boca West Master Association
Boca Raton
04.2023 - 04.2023
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Enforced access control policies to restrict entry to authorized individuals only.
RETIRED POLICE LIEUTENANT
CITY OF MIAMI POLICE DEPARTMENT
07.1997 - 01.2022
- I was assigned to the Recruitment and Selection Unit and was responsible for ALL the hiring in the police department. My subordinates consisted of (20) Sworn Detectives and (3) Civilian Administrative Assistants and my duties to conduct career fairs, meetings with Community Leaders/Advocates, payroll, registration/application processing, test proctoring, overseeing each file is processed and fairly to either be approved/disapproved for hiring.
- I was assigned to the Recruitment and Selection Unit from 2017-2022 (Retirement) and was responsible for ALL the hiring in the police department.
- Ensure that my team demonstrates a deep understanding of the company's policies and guidelines and confidentiality of certain information.
- Managing multiple tasks simultaneously within tight time frames and deadlines.
- My subordinates consisted of (20) Sworn Detectives and (3) Civilian Administrative Assistants and my duties to conduct career fairs, meetings with Community Leaders/Advocates, payroll, registration/application processing, test proctoring, overseeing each file is processed and fairly to either be approved/disapproved for hiring.
PATROL SERGEANT
CITY OF MIAMI POLICE DEPARTMENT
01.2016 - 01.2017
- I was a Patrol Sergeant in our Central District. During my assignment, I managed a group of officers and supervised their duties. This task involved tracking reports, assigning officers to beats, scheduling in-service training, and reporting inefficiencies. I also had to discipline officers for poor behavior when necessary. I also provided support and guidance to my subordinates.
DETECTIVE
CITY OF MIAMI POLICE DEPARTMENT
01.2015 - 01.2016
- I was a Detective in the Recruitment and Selection Unit. During my assignment as an investigator, I was responsible for reviewing applications, performing background checks, reviewing documents associated with each applicant, home checks, oral interviews, reviewing Psychological Exams, and conducting Physical Agility Testing.
DETECTIVE
CITY OF MIAMI POLICE DEPARTMENT
01.2008 - 01.2015
- I was a Detective in the Special Victims Unit. During my assignment I was assigned over 1000 cases of Child Abuse/Sexual Abuse, Missing Persons, and Department of Children and Families cases. I had to assess and progress important information quickly. I had to be detailed in my interviews, interrogations, and report writing. These cases are highly personal and sensitive in nature. I was required to provide an exceptional level of professionalism, empathy, and confidentiality for the victims involved.
- (a) evidence collection/evidence processing
- (b) information gathering from several sources
- (c) video retrieval and surveillance camera footage review
- (d) Locate/process/securing the crime scene for evidence
- Semen, blood, fingerprints, impression evidence and trace evidence.
- (e) screen large amount of content
- (f) interview witnesses
- (g) detailed oriented reports for court and prosecution.
- (h) reviewing forensic interviews (videos and reports)
- (i) making arrest, issuing arrest warrant and/or search warrants.
PATROL OFFICER
CITY OF MIAMI POLICE DEPARTMENT
01.1997 - 01.2008
- I was assigned to the Central District. My duties were:
- (a) first responder /public safety
- (b) respond to emergency and nonemergency calls
- (c) patrol assigned areas, observing people and activities.
- (d) search restricted-access databases for records and/or warrants
- (e) detailed report writing and superb writing skills to ensure that user-generated content can be publicly viewed and that it meets the company guidelines and standards.
- (f) communicate with others to assess what resources and assistance they need
- (g) making real-time judgement calls to ensure personal safety for others.
- (h) multitasking and effectively prioritize
- (i) worked as a team with my crew members
- (j) radio transmission to distribute relevant safety information.
CASHIER
PUBLIX
01.1996 - 07.1997
- Customer Service, manage transactions with customers using cash registers, scan goods and ensure pricing is accurate, and collect payments whether in cash or credit.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
MIRAMAR HIGH SCHOOL
06.1994
Skills
- Firearm Knowledge
- Surveillance Procedures
- Coordination
- Data Recording
- Microsoft Office
- Excel
- Superb Writing and Communication Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
- Multitasking and Prioritizing
- Motivating and Encouraging Team
- Case Report Development
- Confidential Data Protection
- Assigning Cases
- Staff Recruiting
- Organizational Management
- Investigations
- Policy writing
- Compliance auditing
- Compliance training
- Risk assessment
- Regulatory analysis
- Stakeholder engagement
- Operational efficiency
- Attention to detail
- Crisis management
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Training development
- Audit management
- Auditing processes
- Sanctions compliance
- Regulations enforcement
- Stakeholder meetings
- Compliance monitoring
- Compliance procedures
- Federal and state regulations
- Document review
- Compliance reviews
- Data privacy
- Policy analysis
- Fraud prevention
- Analytical thinking
Certification
State of Florida Notary Public
Timeline
Compliance Officer III
State of Florida Highway and Safety
06.2025 - Current
Duty Manager
Global Elite Group
05.2024 - 07.2024
Security Officer
Boca West Master Association
04.2023 - 04.2023
PATROL SERGEANT
CITY OF MIAMI POLICE DEPARTMENT
01.2016 - 01.2017
DETECTIVE
CITY OF MIAMI POLICE DEPARTMENT
01.2015 - 01.2016
DETECTIVE
CITY OF MIAMI POLICE DEPARTMENT
01.2008 - 01.2015
RETIRED POLICE LIEUTENANT
CITY OF MIAMI POLICE DEPARTMENT
07.1997 - 01.2022
PATROL OFFICER
CITY OF MIAMI POLICE DEPARTMENT
01.1997 - 01.2008
CASHIER
PUBLIX
01.1996 - 07.1997
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
MIRAMAR HIGH SCHOOL