Maritza Acosta
Middletown,NY
Summary
Experienced Police Officer specializing in de-escalation techniques and community relations. Maintained public safety and enhanced engagement during critical situations. Enforced laws and regulations, building community trust through effective communication and problem solving. Committed to fostering positive relationships within the community.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
NYPD
New York, New York
07.2001 - 10.2026
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
- Maintained order during civil disturbances to protect public safety and uphold law and order.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
- Patrolled assigned areas to deter criminal activity and enhance community safety.
- Provided security at public events to ensure safety and promote positive public experiences.
- Monitored radio transmissions from dispatch regarding reported crimes or emergencies.
- Operated mobile data terminals from patrol vehicles to obtain criminal records on-scene.
- Utilized various technologies including computers, cameras, and radar guns to complete job duties.
- Partnered with team members to implement service initiatives and achieve team objectives.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Elementary Education
Bronx Community College
Bronx, NY06-2000
Skills
- public safety enforcement
- community policing
- crowd control strategies
- de-escalation techniques
- Digital evidence management
- emergency management
- Community outreach
- Community relations
- Community liaison
- Staff management
- effective communication
- problem solving
- critical thinking
- team collaboration
- adaptability in crisis
- time management
- Conflict resolution tactics
- Relationship management
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Police Officer
NYPD
07.2001 - 10.2026
Associate of Applied Science - Elementary Education
Bronx Community College