Mark Ryde
Newark,DE
Summary
Accomplished law enforcement professional with 28 years experience, 20 of those years assigned to Criminal Investigations including 13 years in the Homicide Unit with the Delaware State Police. Expert in evidence collection and report writing, demonstrating strong leadership, and emergency response skills. Proven track record of ensuring public safety and compliance with laws through effective investigations. Proven ability to respond effectively to emergencies and lead teams in high-pressure situations. Supervisory experience in both CIU and Patrol.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
State Trooper
State of Delaware
Dover, DE
07.1999 - 11.2025
- Patrolled assigned areas to ensure public safety and compliance with laws.
- Responded to emergencies, accidents, and incidents promptly and effectively.
- Conducted investigations on criminal activities and gathered evidence for cases.
- Wrote reports on arrests made, activities performed and unusual incidents observed.
- 20 years of Criminal Investigation experience 13 of them in the Homicide Unit
Police Officer
City of Newark
Newark, DE
01.1997 - 07.1999
- Responded to emergency calls and provided immediate assistance to the community.
- Conducted thorough investigations of crimes and gathered evidence for cases.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents, arrests, and investigations for legal proceedings.
- Trained new officers on policies, procedures, and best practices in policing.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Herkimer County Community College
Herkimer, NY05-1991
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, NY05-1993
Certified Police Officer - Criminal Justice
Delaware State Police Academy
Dover07-1997
Skills
- Criminal investigation
- Evidence collection
- Report writing
- Emergency response
- Law enforcement procedures
- Safety compliance
- Team leadership
Affiliations
• Active Member of the Delaware State Troopers Association Executive Board since 2008. Troop Representative 2008-2010, Treasurer 2010 - 2015, First Vice President 2015 - 2025
Accomplishments
1998 - Officer of the Year -NPD
2003 - Exceptional Performance Award
2004 - Detective of the Year DSP Troop #3
2004 - Sons of the American Revolution Officer of the Year
2007 - Life Saving Award
2010 - Lifetime MADD Award Recipient
2010 - Unit Commendation (Homicide Unit solved all cases that year)
2016 - Life Saving Award
2023 - Traffic and DUI Enforcement Award
2025 - Trooper of the Year Delaware State Police Troop #2 Uniform Patrol
2003 - Exceptional Performance Award
2004 - Detective of the Year DSP Troop #3
2004 - Sons of the American Revolution Officer of the Year
2007 - Life Saving Award
2010 - Lifetime MADD Award Recipient
2010 - Unit Commendation (Homicide Unit solved all cases that year)
2016 - Life Saving Award
2023 - Traffic and DUI Enforcement Award
2025 - Trooper of the Year Delaware State Police Troop #2 Uniform Patrol
Certification
- Certified Instructor with the Delaware State Police
- Intoxilyzer 9000 Certified Operator
- Stalker Radar Certified Operator
- HR 218 LEOSA
- State of Delaware CCDW
Timeline
State Trooper
State of Delaware
07.1999 - 11.2025
Police Officer
City of Newark
01.1997 - 07.1999
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Herkimer County Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Rochester Institute of Technology
Certified Police Officer - Criminal Justice
Delaware State Police Academy