Luis Rudi Rudisell
Lindale,Texas
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Summary
Accomplished Veteran Law Enforcement Instructor with 31 years of expertise in law enforcement training and curriculum development. Adept at designing innovative instructional programs that enhance officer skills and compliance with legal standards. Passionate about cultivating a dynamic learning environment that empowers students to excel in their roles by preparing them for real-world challenges. Empowers students to excel in their duties using innovative teaching methods and adult learning concepts. Recognized for exceptional communication skills, consistently delivering engaging and well-structured training sessions that enhance team skills and confidence. Adapts training methods to suit diverse learning styles, ensuring all participants grasp key concepts. Proactively updates training materials to reflect industry best practices and organizational changes. Knowledgeable Police Commander with comprehensive background in law enforcement leadership and strategy. Led diverse teams to enhance public safety and implement community-focused policing initiatives. Demonstrated abilities in crisis management and conflict resolution. Expert skills in report writing, evidence handling and conflict resolution. Known for having patience, professionalism, and self-assurance when interacting with different personalities.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
38
38
Certification
Work History
Police Commander
San Diego County District Attorney's Office
San Diego, CA
12.2021 - 12.2024
- Led, planned, organized, directed and supervised operations of Five major investigation divisions in prosecutorial support of criminal cases.
- Evaluated departmental policies, recommending updates to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Streamlined department operations by implementing effective management strategies and organizational structure improvements.
- Analyzed crime trends, informing resource allocation and strategic planning decisions.
- Prepared detailed reports and presented findings to state, county government, and law enforcement leadership, ensuring informed decision-making.
- Managed budgets responsibly to ensure adequate resources were allocated for personnel training, equipment upgrades, and operational needs without exceeding fiscal constraints.
- Ensured compliance with federal guidelines related to grant funding applications while working closely with administrative staff to secure resources for departmental programs and initiatives.
- Established departmental policies and procedures that aligned with best practices in law enforcement administration.
- Implemented successful crime reduction strategies through intelligence-led policing methods and data-driven approaches.
- Developed and implemented ordinances rules and regulations to further departmental goals.
- Established a culture of transparency and accountability within the department by promoting open communication, ethical behavior, and adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Motivated and trained team members to become proficient with equipment and daily tasks.
- Mentored, developed and recruited qualified candidates from varied backgrounds to enhance department diversity and better represent the community.
Supervising District Attorney Investigator
San Diego County District Attorney's Office
San Diego, CA
11.2013 - 12.2021
- Led tactical operations, ensuring effective response strategies during critical incidents.
- Coordinated multi-agency responses during emergency situations for efficient deployment of resources and effective crisis management.
- Developed training programs, enhancing team performance and operational readiness.
- Enhanced officer training by developing comprehensive curriculums focused on communication skills, de-escalation techniques, and cultural sensitivity.
- Effectively rolled out new systems for criminal prosecutorial case logs, crime reports, investigations, suspect records, and operational agendas, resulting in strengthened traceability.
- Established and enforced employee performance policies.
- Monitored officer performance through regular reviews, providing constructive feedback and guidance on areas of improvement as necessary.
- Supervised and coordinated daily operations of multiple units within the Bureau of Investigation including paralegal and trial support services.
- Applied four tenets of procedural justice when interacting with subordinates.
- Scheduled and adjusted duty rosters to achieve efficiency of department operations, functions, and actions.
- Monitored ongoing investigations to ensure compliance with legal standards and departmental policies.
- Consulted and cooperated with legal staff to verify timely and efficient investigation completion.
- Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
- Accompanied investigators during shifts to evaluate performance and resolve incorrect behaviors.
District Attorney Investigator
San Diego County District Attorney's Office
San Diego, CA
09.2005 - 11.2013
- Conducted thorough investigations to solve complex criminal cases and gather critical evidence.
- Secured search warrants to investigate scenes of crimes and collect evidence.
- Assisted victims of crimes by providing resources for support services and ensuring their rights were protected throughout the investigation process.
- Collaborated with federal agencies on high-profile cases, resulting in successful arrests and convictions of dangerous criminals.
- Conducted multi-scope research into suspects to determine criminal activities and suspect operating environments.
- Collected information pertaining to criminal proceedings and performed investigations to resolve cases, while substantiating validity and admissibility of evidence and preserving data integrity for court hearings.
- Initiated and concluded investigations of crime organizations through varied investigative skills including surveillance operations for intelligence gathering, leading to successful apprehension of suspects.
- Testified in court proceedings as an expert witness, providing accurate and detailed accounts of investigations conducted, cited positively by the California Supreme Court on three different instances concerning Gang Expertise.
Police Detective
Escondido Police Department
Escondido, CA
01.2001 - 09.2005
- Managed confidential informants effectively to gather valuable intelligence on criminal activities within the community.
- Documented drug transactions to gather evidence and complete undercover investigations.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Testified under oath in Grand Jury and felony trials.
- Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing, and conducting surveillance of suspects and maintained detailed records for each case to prevent prosecution issues.
- Interrogated suspects using appropriate interview techniques to obtain crucial information for case resolution.
- Solved complex criminal cases by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Worked undercover operations as buyer or dealer to uncover criminal activities and gather evidence for cases.
Police Officer
Escondido Police Department
Escondido, CA
02.1994 - 01.2001
- Implemented community policing initiatives, improving public relations and trust in law enforcement.
- Handled inquiries and made presentations before various commissions and news outlets.
- Increased crime prevention efforts through proactive patrolling tactics and targeted enforcement initiatives.
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
National University
07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
National University
07.2019
Skills
- Program Execution & Coordination
- Law Enforcement Instruction
- Community Engagement
- Interagency Coordination
- Crisis Management
- Conflict De-escalation
- Workplace Violence Mitigation
- Leadership Development
- Performance Appraisals
- Team Management
- Investigative Skills
- Firearms Training
- Active Shooter Training
- Curriculum Design & Development
Websites
Certification
- CA POST MANAGEMENT COURSE, 2023-05-25
- FBI COMMAND LEADERSHIP, 2022-07-01
- FBI EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP, 2021-08-01
- THIRD OPTION SIMILARITY RACE TRAINING, 2021-05-01
- OPERANT LS CONFLICT RESOLUTION, 2020-11-01
- SDRLI LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT, 2019-08-01
- FORCE SCIENCE DE-ESCALATION, 2019-07-01
- INTERNAL AFFAIRS INVESTIGATION, 2019-05-01
- SB SUPERVISORY LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE, 2017-04-01
- CRITICAL INCIDENT/MACTAC INSTRUCTOR, 2016-12-01
- TERRORISM COURSE IN ISRAEL, 2016-09-01
- FEMA NIMS/ICS, 2016-06-01
- FBI JOINT TERRORISM TF OPERATIONS, 2016-04-01
- IDI-LDRSP AND MENTORING FOR INSTRS, 2015-06-01
- FBI SUPERVISORY LEADERSHIP, 2014-12-01
- INSTRUCTOR DEVELOPMENT SYMPOSIUM, 2014-05-01
- CA POST SUPERVISORY COURSE, 2014-05-01
- TACTICAL COMBAT CASUALTY CARE, 2013-08-01
- LEADERSHIP & ACCOUNTABILITY, 2013-07-01
- KMG KRAV MAGA INSTRUCTOR, 2010-07-01
- CPD DTAC/CLOSE COMBAT SYST T4T, 2008-01-01
- SDSO FIREARMS INSTRUCTOR, 2007-04-01
- EL SALVADOR MS13 GANGS CONF, 2007-04-01
- INV & TRIAL PREP (D.A.-BASIC), 2006-12-01
- SDDA FIREARMS/TACTICAL RIFLE, 2006-09-01
- SDDA-WITNESS PROTECTION, 2006-05-01
- FBI PROTECTIVE OPERATIONS TRAINING, 2006-05-01
- SDDA RACIAL PROFILING, 2006-02-01
- INFORMANT DEVELOPMENT & MAINT, 2005-10-01
- LAPD ARREST/CONTROL INSTR, 2002-10-01
- LASO GANGS AND SUBCULTURES, 2001-09-01
- SDSO BATON IMPACT WEAPONS INST, 2000-03-01
- D.R.E.-INSTRUCTOR SCHOOL, 1999-05-01
- LASO SWAT ACADEMY, 1994-01-01
- HELICOPTER ROPE MASTER, 1993-01-01
- CHEMICAL AGENTS' INSTRUCTOR, 1992-01-01
- SPECIAL REACTION TEAM TRAINING, 1991-01-01
Affiliations
- Association of Threat Assessment Professionals
- California Force Instructors Association
- California Gang Investigators Association
- Federal Bureau of Investigation Law Enforcement Executive Development Association
- National Tactical Officers Association
Key Accomplishments
- Threat Assessment and Investigation Training, Developed and instructed comprehensive training programs focused on conducting threat assessments and investigating threats targeting law enforcement, intimate partner violence cases, and workplace environments.
- Intimate Partner Violence Investigation Protocols, Led the development and implementation of specialized protocols for investigating Intimate Partner Violence cases within Family Justice Centers.
- De-escalation Program Development and Implementation, Responsible for the development of a comprehensive De-escalation program designed to offer extensive crisis intervention and situational de-escalation training for first responders throughout San Diego County.
- Development and Implementation of the School Threats Protocol, Played a key role in the creation and county-wide deployment of the School Threats Protocol in San Diego.
- Active Shooter Response Training for Non-Sworn Personnel, Developed, implemented, and conducted instruction of Active Shooter Response training programs specifically designed for non-sworn personnel.
- Defensive Tactics and Arrest Control Training Curriculum, Oversaw the development and instruction of a comprehensive course curriculum focused on Defensive Tactics and Arrest and Control.
- California POST Witness Protection/Dignitary Protection Course, Oversaw the development and instruction of the curriculum for the California POST Witness Protection/Dignitary Protection Course.
- Quarterly Defensive Tactics Instructor Work Group, Developed and facilitated a quarterly county-wide defensive tactics instructor work group.
Presentations And Invited Lectures
- What can you say about the big case? Publicity for Public Information Officers, International Association of Chief's of Police, 2024-10-20
- When the Protector is The Prey! Targeting Law Enforcement, International Association of Chief's of Police, 2023-10-16
- Strategic Communications for non-sworn personnel, California District Attorney Investigators Association, 2023-09-07
- Protecting Law Enforcement. Recognizing Dangerous Behavior, California District Attorney Investigators Association, 2023-09-06
- When the Danger Lies Within; Threat Assessments in Domestic Violence Cases, Association of Threat Assessment Professionals, 2023-05-01
- When the Danger Lies Within. Threat Assessments in Domestic Violence Cases, Breaking the Cycle of Violence, National District Attorney's Association, 2022-10-26
- Responding to an Active Shooter Threat, Maintenance Superintendent Association, MSA 52nd Annual Conference, 2022-09-13
- Use of Force: Continuum vs. 4th Amendment based training, California District Attorneys Association, CDAA Annual Conference, 2021-09-27
- Gang Injunctions, California Gang Investigators Association, CGIA Annual Conference, 2009-08-01
- Gang Injunctions, California Gang Investigators Association, CGIA Annual Conference, 2008-08-01
- Hispanic Gang Strategies, California Department of Justice, CDOJ Workshop, 2005-06-30
- Gang Injunctions, California Peace Officers Association, CPOA Training Conference, 2001-01-30
Awards
- HEART OF SERVICE AWARD, 2022-12-01, Honored by San Diego County Chief Executive Officer for strategic planning and implementation of the North County Family Justice Center-One Safe Place.
- HERO Award, 2021-10-01, Honored by the North San Diego County Business Chamber for creation and implementation of a county-wide program that teaches the 'Principles of De-escalation' to officers.
- FIGHT AGAINST CRIME Award, 2017-04-01, Honored by San Diego Crime Stoppers for creation and implementation of workplace violence and active shooter response training for civilian employees.
- POLICE & PUBLIC SAFETY Award, 2012-09-01, Honored by the North San Diego County Business Chamber for outstanding investigation and prosecution of four defendants in the gang related double homicide of two teenagers.
- OFFICER OF THE YEAR, 2004-04-01, Honored by the San Diego Police Officers Association as Escondido Police Department's Detective of the year for outstanding implementation of gang reduction strategies.
- OFFICER OF THE YEAR, 2000-07-01, Honored by the Scottish Rite as Escondido Police Department's Officer of the year for crime reduction and neighborhood revitalization through community policing strategies.
- MADD DUI Award, 1996-03-01, Honored by Mothers Against Drunk Drivers for diligence and outstanding efforts in the apprehension and conviction of impaired drivers.
Accomplishments
- Supervised five divisions of sworn and non-sworn personnel tasked in investigation and prosecutorial support of criminal cases.
- Evaluated departmental policies, recommending updates to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Achieved successful prosecutions by introducing industry best practices to enhance investigation skills and compliance with legal standards.
- Led in the creation of County Wide Protocol for De-escalation training.
- Led in the creation of County Wide Protocol for School Threats Protocol.
- Developed, implemented and instructed active shooter response training for non-armed personnel.
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Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Quote
"Let your humility speak for your ability."
Luis Rudisell
Software
Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Interests
Faith, Family and Friends
Timeline
Police Commander
San Diego County District Attorney's Office
12.2021 - 12.2024
Supervising District Attorney Investigator
San Diego County District Attorney's Office
11.2013 - 12.2021
District Attorney Investigator
San Diego County District Attorney's Office
09.2005 - 11.2013
Police Detective
Escondido Police Department
01.2001 - 09.2005
Police Officer
Escondido Police Department
02.1994 - 01.2001
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
National University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
National University