Summary
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Work History
Education
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Lourdes Soto

Dix Hills,NY
Lourdes Soto

Summary

Experienced leader with 24 years in law enforcement, transitioning into a role focused on governance and community service. Proven expertise in strategic planning, leadership, and fostering collaborations. Eager to leverage my skills in organizational leadership, community relations, and management to contribute to a mission-driven organization's goals.

Skills

Leadership

Work History

Office of the Training Bureau

Commanding Officer
2023.07 - Current (1 year & 2 months)

Job overview

  • Spearheaded large-scale training projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and the development of a forward-thinking curriculum.
  • Led the organizational design efforts within the bureau, creating and enhancing the structure to optimize efficiency and support strategic objectives.
  • Partnered with department leaders to identify skill gaps, implementing targeted training initiatives that enhanced organizational effectiveness.
  • Led the IT team in integrating cutting-edge e-learning platforms, supporting digital transformation within the department's training efforts.
  • Coordinated professional development events to enhance employee skill sets and overall departmental performance.

Office of the Police Commissioner

Commanding Officer
2021.01 - 2023.06 (2 years & 5 months)

Job overview

  • Managed high-priority projects, providing strategic guidance that aligned with community policing objectives.
  • Supported the Police Commissioner by delivering actionable insights and recommendations on personnel allocation, promotions, and organizational improvements.
  • Promoted a culture of transparency and trust through open communication channels, significantly enhancing organizational morale.
  • Organized and facilitated high-level meetings, ensuring seamless coordination among stakeholders.

30th Precinct

Commanding Officer
2018.02 - 2020.12 (2 years & 10 months)

Job overview

  • Achieved a 5% reduction in index crimes and the lowest burglary rates in a decade through targeted crime prevention and community engagement.
  • Led neighborhood policing initiatives that dismantled significant crime patterns, strengthening community trust and safety.
  • Fostered collaboration across multiple units to address quality-of-life issues and enhance public safety.

Neighborhood Policing Strategy Group

Captain
2017.11 - 2018.01 (2 months)

Job overview

  • Partnered with external consulting firms to evaluate and integrate neighborhood policing strategies.
  • Ensured seamless incorporation of neighborhood policing across department operations, fostering stronger community relations.

Candidate Assessment Division

Captain - Project Manager
2016.07 - 2017.10 (1 year & 3 months)

Job overview

  • Directed multi-faceted investigations to ensure the selection of top-tier candidates, maintaining integrity in the hiring process.
  • Implemented new technologies to optimize workflow, resulting in streamlined operations and increased efficiency.
  • Designed and executed a comprehensive security plan, safeguarding the Candidate Assessment Center.

Office of Management Analysis and Planning

Lieutenant - GIS Analyst
2009.09 - 2016.06 (6 years & 9 months)

Job overview

  • Leveraged Geographic Information Systems to identify crime hot spots and patterns, guiding data-driven decisions.
  • Presented key insights to executive leadership, shaping strategy and policy.
  • Facilitated interagency collaboration by managing crime data requests, enhancing public safety efforts.

Education

University At Albany

Master of Arts from Criminal Justice

Queens College of The City University of New York

Bachelor of Arts from Double Major - Psychology And Sociology

Certification

The Senior Executives in State and Local Government program at Harvard Kennedy School

Interests

Completed 8 marathons, demonstrating a commitment to discipline, endurance, and goal-setting.

Overview

15
years of professional experience
3
Certificates

Training

ESRI, MapInfo, GeoDa, SPSS, STATA, DAS, Cognos Reporting, Cognos visual studio, ECMS, Palantir, Excel, Publisher, One Note, Word, PowerPoint, Special Victims Training, Project Management, Dignitary Protection

Training

ESRI, MapInfo, GeoDa, SPSS, STATA, DAS, Cognos Reporting, Cognos visual studio, ECMS, Palantir, Excel, Publisher, One Note, Word, PowerPoint, Special Victims Training, Project Management

Lourdes Soto