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Martin Harris

Temple Hills,MD - Maryland

Summary

Highly experienced Supervisor offering 27+ years in diverse law enforcement positions. Natural leader with decisive nature, case management skills and courtroom experience. Knowledgeable about The District of Columbia and area population groups. Resourceful Police Officer focused on maintaining order and public safety, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property and promoting positive community relations. Smoothly direct, discipline and motivate law enforcement professionals to maximize safety, security and service of local residents. Observe field operations to enhance behaviors and eliminate protocol issues. Good relationship-building, communication and conflict management skills. Communicative Police Officer successful at developing positive relationships with colleagues and citizens. Approaches each situation with compassion and concern. Dedicated Police officer offering over 27 years of progressive law enforcement experience. Always seeking ways to go above and beyond job requirements to make lasting impact on department and public. Exceptional integrity, leadership and problem-solving abilities. Targeting new position with room for career advancement. Special Police Officer with strong background in management, supervision, training and customer service.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisory Special Police

DC Government
Washington, DC, DC
08.1991 - Current
  • Negotiated agreements between employees to clarify misunderstood directions and resolve conflicts affecting performance.
  • Patrolled and responded to routine and emergency situations, taking the police actions to aid the citizens of The District of Columbia.
  • Performs contract compliance checks and inspections in the government facility's.
  • Pursues and apprehends persons fleeing a crime scene or attempting to resist arrest.
  • Makes arrest for violations of the law committed in accordance with the DC Code. Questioned victims, witnesses, and suspects. Prepared written reports and statements.
  • Provided contract administration and support for management. Attended meetings and negotiations for contract compliance. Monitored the contract regulations, and issued the liquidations for contract violations.
  • Worked with the department to resolve conflicts with the General Orders, Specific Orders, rules and regulations to avoid problems, to be in compliance with the DC code and Federal Government ordinances, to improve operations and provide exceptional customer service.
  • Issues traffic tickets for violations on assigned facilities, property and adjacent grounds.
  • Had to communicate both orally and in writing instructions and directions. Had to review incident reports and other investigation reports.
  • Had to supervise and provide leadership to special police officers.
  • Had to field train and certify officers in the scope of their work and the performance of the security position.

Police Officer

DC Government
Washington, DC, District Of Columbia
08.1991 - 08.2020
  • Actively patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
  • Responded quickly to suspected bomb threats and evacuated buildings to search for explosive devices.
  • Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
  • Prevented crimes by immediately reporting all unusual, unauthorized and illegal activity on the premises.
  • Verified each individual's right to enter restricted areas and denied access to unauthorized persons.
  • Delivered accurate verbal and written reports to company personnel.
  • Monitored security camera system day and night to protect lives and property.
  • Investigated all security and safety violations.
  • Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
  • Patrolled DC General Hospital location to preserve law and order, deter and detect criminal activity, enforce laws and regulations, respond to citizen requests for assistance and provide public safety.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property
  • Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action
  • Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings
  • Trained other officers in firearms and self-defense tactics
  • Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use
  • Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork
  • Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid
  • Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity
  • Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities
  • Provided testimony in court proceedings
  • Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need
  • Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction
  • Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court
  • Rendered aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries
  • Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations
  • Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail
  • Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens
  • Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training

Technical Special Police Officer

DC Government
Washington, DC, District Of Columbia
08.2001 - 12.2003
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality, and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Was assigned to work in uniform division of technical operations branch.
  • Was the designated Administrator for DC Government Access control computer system.
  • Monitored traffic and signals that were sending and receiving from IPO servers and Surveillance systems. Programmed and input data for access cards to gain entry into government city wide system.
  • Programmed and downloaded data for data base. Worked close with OCTO net work to secure DC net work. Performed back up and security protocols for facilities. Served on call 24 hrs. to restore and maintain and repaired system.
  • Monitored and installed cat-5 lines, set up micros. Programmed office printers and computers. Programmed the electronic key watch system.

Reserve Police Officer

Metropolitan Police Department
WASHINGTON, DC
06.1986 - 12.2002
  • Investigated crimes and accidents while administering first aid, securing perimeters and accident scenes and identifying and preserving evidence.
  • Collaborated with court prosecutors and testified in court in support of many cases per year.
  • Patrolled Washington DC location to preserve law and order, deter and detect criminal activity, enforce laws and regulations, respond to citizen requests for assistance and provide public safety.
  • Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters, including directing traffic, administering emergency medical aid and carrying people from dangerous areas.
  • Educated staff members on proper field procedures to boost efficiency and public trust in officers.
  • Led shift briefings to inform officers of important considerations such as properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
  • Increased field contacts, vehicle stops, criminal arrests and traffic citation volumes by effectively leading Metropolitan Police Department and establishing operational goals.
  • Performed searches of people, vehicles, buildings and large outdoor areas to maintain safety, identify hazards and detect criminal activities.

ATM Specialist Technician

Wells Fargo
Springfield, VA
06.1989 - 06.1991
  • Worked with ATM division to resolve technical problems, improve operations and provide exceptional customer service.
  • Drive an unmarked armored vehicle to transport cash money to and from local banks.
  • Replenish the cash in the ATM most machines, and pick up the deposits perform cash audits on a daily basis.
  • Provide technical work on the functions of the ATM. Reprogram and configure the system, clear out the hardware problems. Replace the logic boards, remove the receipts jams.
  • Maintain gun permits and security clearances. Travel to several banks and locations in DC, MD and Va.
  • Use access codes and carry a lot of hard entry keys.
  • Reprogram and reset the combination locks on the safe and digital dial locks.
  • Organized system operating procedures to strengthen controls
  • Investigated system issues and implemented resolutions to reduce downtime
  • Completed troubleshooting and diagnostics on company resources

Project Manager Security

Guardian Security Services
Silver Spring, MD
05.1982 - 06.1991
    • Took an active role in company growth by consistently providing quality customer service to promote growth and retention.
    • Increased effectiveness of bidding processes by reviewing contractor scopes and material takeoffs.
    • Sourced additional resources and staff to meet timeline demands.
    • Had to manage a division of security and special police officers. Worked on the GSA Federal Government contracts.
    • Directly responsible for maintain payroll and setting the schedules.
    • Maintained a top level management and supervisory position. Supervised over 150 people under my direct project, but the company had over 750 employees.
    • Approved and reviewed reports, and arrest, and did performance evaluations.
    • Adhered to all safety protocols, including OSHA regulations and MSDS document requirements.
    • Complied with all safety protocols and enforced proper equipment and material usage.
    • Established planning objectives for projects by identifying key issues, approaches and performance metrics.
    • Updated operational methods, oversaw accounting procedures, tracked information and compiled data to improve efficiency.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dunbar High School
Washington, DC
1979

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting And Business Management

Southeastern University
Washington, DC

Accounting And Business Management

Prince George High School
Prince George, VA

Police Reserve Graduate - Police Science

Metropolitan Police Academy
DC
1986

Skills

  • Safety and security
  • Traffic control
  • Civil law knowledge
  • Special task forces
  • Search and seizure procedures
  • Criminal investigations
  • Emergency planning
  • Criminal law knowledge
  • Emergency vehicle operation
  • Investigations experience
  • Community-oriented policing
  • Court testimony
  • Staff management
  • Emergency response
  • Team leadership
  • Certified Field Training Officer
  • Calm in emergency situations
  • Crime prevention
  • Dispatch
  • Defensive tactics training
  • Report writing
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Emergency management
  • Crisis intervention specialist
  • Criminal law
  • Self-defense expert
  • Relationship building and management
  • Skilled in conflict resolution
  • CPR and Child CPR Training (2018)
  • X-Ray Hi-Scan training (2006)
  • Windows XP proficiency
  • Strong verbal communication
  • Interpersonal and written communication
  • User interface understanding
  • Microsoft Office Suite Programs
  • Creative writing skills
  • Public speaking
  • Electronic Operations Systems
  • Special Tactical Weapons Certified
  • CDL Class A Driver License
  • DC Special Police Permit
  • MD Hand Gun Permit
  • CPR/ AED Certified
  • Protective Service Supervisor Training Course
  • Computer Technician
  • Federal Law Enforcement Training Center Driver Training Certified

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of Special Police staff members.
  • Fraternal Order of Police Executive Officer Elected Trustee
  • Metropolitan Police Reserve Sergeant
  • Prince Hall Master Mason 33rd Degree
  • Certified Field Training Officer
  • DC Government award meadow of Valor badge of Honor

Timeline

Technical Special Police Officer

DC Government
08.2001 - 12.2003

Supervisory Special Police

DC Government
08.1991 - Current

Police Officer

DC Government
08.1991 - 08.2020

ATM Specialist Technician

Wells Fargo
06.1989 - 06.1991

Reserve Police Officer

Metropolitan Police Department
06.1986 - 12.2002

Project Manager Security

Guardian Security Services
05.1982 - 06.1991

High School Diploma -

Dunbar High School

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting And Business Management

Southeastern University

Accounting And Business Management

Prince George High School

Police Reserve Graduate - Police Science

Metropolitan Police Academy

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