Years of professional experience in major city police department
Matthew P. James
Plymouth Meeting,PA
Summary
Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance departmental performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive community/departmental objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet community/departmental needs and increase service value.
Overview
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Work History
Police Staff Inspector
Philadelphia Police Department
Philadelphia, PA
01.2023 - Current
- Develop and implement audit and inspection plans based on the priorities and objectives of the police department
- Collaborate with department heads to identify areas that require review and assessment
- Perform detailed examinations of departmental operations, procedures, and practices
- Verify compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies
- Identify potential risks and areas for improvement
- Collect and analyze data related to police activities, performance, and compliance
- Use analytical tools to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies
- Prepare comprehensive reports detailing audit and inspection findings
- Provide clear and actionable recommendations for improvement
- Present findings to senior management and other stakeholders.
Education
Certificate - School of Police Staff & Command
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL01.2015
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
Gwynedd Mercy University
01.2003
Skills
- Leadership and Team Management
- Strategic Planning and Implementation
- Community Policing and Relationship Building
- Policy Development and Implementation
- Crisis Management and Negotiation
- Risk Assessment and Mitigation
- Advanced Communication Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Internal Investigations
Departmental Promotions
- Staff Inspector, 2023, Audits and Inspections Unit
- Captain, 2019, 6th District and East Detective Division
- Lieutenant, 2016, 19th District, Training Bureau, Internal Affairs
- Sergeant, 2012, 17th District and Internal Affairs
Volunteer Experience
Commanders Association - Philadelphia Police Department
Treasurer
Sept 2023 - Present
- Monitor cash flow activity on a daily basis to ensure sufficient funds are available for operations.
Colonial Community Aquatics (CCA)
Recording Secretary
July 2022 - Present
- Draft letters, emails, memos, agendas, reports and other documents as requested by board members.
- Organize documents and files according to established protocols, allowing easy retrieval when needed.
- Attend monthly meetings to review and advise on all matters involving the swim club.
- Handle all hiring and scheduling of lifeguards for team practices and swim meets.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Police Staff Inspector
Philadelphia Police Department
01.2023 - Current
Certificate - School of Police Staff & Command
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
Gwynedd Mercy University
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