Manuel Sequeira
North Dartmouth,MA
Summary
Dedicated and community-oriented law enforcement professional with over seven years of policing experience, including three years serving as a Community Police Officer with the New Bedford Police Department. Skilled in proactive policing, community engagement, conflict resolution, criminal investigations, and public safety initiatives. Experienced in building strong relationships with residents, businesses, schools, and community organizations to improve quality of life and strengthen public trust. Recipient of a Chief’s Award for performing lifesaving measures at a serious motor vehicle accident scene. Strong advocate for first responder mental health and wellness, having completed the two-day Struggle Well training in Dartmouth, a five-day wellness and resiliency program at Boulder Crest Foundation in Texas, along with multiple MPTC first responder wellness courses. Certified School Resource Officer, Applied Patrol Procedures Instructor, police mountain bike officer, and e-bike operator. Former Correctional Officer with experience maintaining safety and security in high-stress environments. Fluent in Portuguese with strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities. Additional professional experience in real estate and sales has strengthened customer service, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Police Officer
New Bedford Police Department
2023.01 - Current
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with community members, businesses, schools, and local organizations
- Address quality-of-life concerns through proactive problem-solving and community engagement initiatives
- Conduct foot and bicycle patrols in neighborhoods, parks, downtown areas, and public events
- Coordinate and participate in community outreach programs, youth initiatives, and public safety events
- Work collaboratively with residents and city agencies to identify and resolve ongoing neighborhood issues
- Serve as a liaison between the police department and the community to improve communication and trust
- Assist with conflict resolution and mediation involving residents, businesses, and community groups
- Monitor problem properties and high-call-volume locations to reduce criminal activity and disorder
- Conduct security assessments and provided crime prevention strategies to residents and business owners
- Collaborate with schools, social services, housing authorities, and nonprofit organizations on community concerns
- Participate in public presentations and educational programs regarding safety awareness and crime prevention
- Respond to citizen complaints and followed up on ongoing neighborhood concerns
- Gather intelligence and identified trends impacting community safety and quality of life
- Assist patrol and investigative units with community-related incidents and outreach efforts
- Maintain detailed documentation of community contacts, initiatives, and enforcement activities
Patrol Officer
New Bedford Police Department
2020.02 - 2023.01
- Responded to emergency and non-emergency calls for service in a timely and professional manner
- Conducted proactive vehicle and foot patrols to deter criminal activity and maintain public safety
- Enforced state laws, local ordinances, and traffic regulations through warnings, citations, and arrests
- Investigated criminal incidents, suspicious activity, motor vehicle crashes, and disturbances
- Prepared detailed and accurate police reports, incident documentation, and court records
- Conducted preliminary investigations by interviewing victims, witnesses, and suspects
- Made lawful arrests and transported prisoners safely and securely
- Preserved and processed crime scenes while maintaining chain of custody for evidence
- Assisted during medical emergencies, domestic incidents, and mental health crises
- Built positive relationships with residents, businesses, and community stakeholders
- Testified in court regarding investigations, arrests, and observations
- Utilized department databases, radio communications, and law enforcement technology effectively
- Collaborated with specialized units and outside agencies during investigations and community operations
- Maintained professionalism and composure in high-stress and rapidly evolving situations
- Performed community-oriented policing to address neighborhood concerns and improve quality of life
Real Estate Agent
REMAX Vantage
2023.05 - Current
- Providing guidance and assisting sellers and buyers in marketing and purchasing property for the right price under the best terms
- Determining clients’ needs and financials abilities to propose solutions that suit them
- Performing comparative market analysis to estimate properties’ value
Real Estate Agent
Anjos Realty Services
2022.02 - 2022.08
- 40-hour class
- Massachusetts Real Estate Exam
- National Real Estate Exam
Correctional Officer
Bristol County Sheriff’s Department
2018.07 - 2020.02
- Maintain safety, security, and order within a correctional facility
- Supervise inmates during housing, movement, recreation, meals, visitation, and work assignments
- Conduct routine cell inspections, searches, and contraband investigations
- Enforce facility rules, regulations, and security procedures
- Monitor inmate behavior and documented incidents, violations, and disciplinary actions
- Respond to emergencies, disturbances, fights, and medical incidents within the facility
- Escort inmates safely throughout the facility and to outside appointments when required
- Conduct inmate counts and ensured accountability at all times
- Prepare detailed reports regarding incidents, inmate activity, and security concerns
- Operate security equipment, surveillance systems, and communication devices
- Assist with inmate intake, booking, classification, and release procedures
- Maintain professionalism and control in high-stress and potentially dangerous situations
- Work collaboratively with medical staff, counselors, and law enforcement personnel
- Ensure compliance with departmental policies, procedures, and state regulations
- Utilize conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques to maintain facility safety
Car Salesman
Colonial Honda of Dartmouth
2017.09 - 2018.04
- Generate leads by phone calling, emails
- Advertising vehicles in the lot
- Conduct daily inventory check
- Follow up with new and previous customers
- Attend to walk in customers
- Finding suitable vehicles for customers
- Conduct a demonstration of the vehicles to customers
Energy Solar Consult Outside Sales
Trinity Solar
2017.06 - 2017.09
- Generate Leads
- Meet with customers to propose quotes and contracts
- Cold calling along with door knocking
HVAC/Sheet Metal Apprentice
Air Distribution Systems
2016.10 - 2017.06
- Under direct supervision install and replace gas and oil furnaces
- Account all the tools and equipment needed for daily jobs
- Create duct work and insulate the duct work using fiber glass insulation
Education
High School - HVAC/AT Shop
Greater New Bedford Vocational Technical High School
New Bedford, MA01.2016
Skills
Communicate fluently in Portuguese and conversed at a basic level in Spanish
Assisted in coaching youth baseball teams for nine years
Supported coaching efforts as assistant head coach for varsity baseball at GNBVT for two years
Led junior varsity baseball team as head coach at Westport Middle High School for one year
Obtained certification in e-bike operations
Achieved certification in police mountain biking
Certified as an instructor for applied patrol procedures by the municipal police training committee
Participated for one year on a tactical patrol force, contributing to riot control efforts
Timeline
Real Estate Agent
REMAX Vantage
2023.05 - Current
Community Police Officer
New Bedford Police Department
2023.01 - Current
Real Estate Agent
Anjos Realty Services
2022.02 - 2022.08
Patrol Officer
New Bedford Police Department
2020.02 - 2023.01
Correctional Officer
Bristol County Sheriff’s Department
2018.07 - 2020.02
Car Salesman
Colonial Honda of Dartmouth
2017.09 - 2018.04
Energy Solar Consult Outside Sales
Trinity Solar
2017.06 - 2017.09
HVAC/Sheet Metal Apprentice
Air Distribution Systems
2016.10 - 2017.06
High School - HVAC/AT Shop
Greater New Bedford Vocational Technical High School