MICHAEL JR. KENNEDY
Cheltenham,PA
Summary
Decisive and focused leader with more than 28 years in law enforcement experience with the Philadelphia Police Department (PPD); supervised officers, detectives, analysts, and civilians; extensive experience in uniform and undercover investigative/tactical operations; effective oral communicator & planner; assisted with the development/establishment of the Part One Database, which allowed for effective and efficient Intelligent-Led Policing. Received numerous Philadelphia Police Department commendations and letters from the community. Active Master Sergeant with the U.S. Army Reserves with a distinguished 32-year career. Recognized for superior leadership, planning, budgeting, ability to excel at resolving complex problems, and propelled a 200-Soldier battalion in a positive direction, as Chief Training and Operations NCO. Recognized for providing excellence leadership to company grade NCO’s and officers, while also focusing on recruiting, retention, transfers, training/discipline programs, administrative operations, and successfully increasing morale. Assisted with forming the Philadelphia Police Department Non-Denomination Choir, which created an inspirational platform to bridge the gap between the community and police.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisory Staff Administrator GS-11
99th Readiness Division, Mission Command Support Group
12.2025 - Current
- Direct and supervise administrative staff, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
- Oversee daily operations, ensuring compliance with agency policies and procedures.
- Manage workflow and assign tasks to meet productivity and quality standards.
- Resolve complex or sensitive issues escalated by staff or customers.
- Implement and communicate organizational changes, new policies, and procedures.
- Prepare reports and maintain records related to unit operations, performance, and personnel actions.
- Foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Serve as a liaison between staff and higher-level management, representing the unit in meetings and communications.
Chief Operations & Training NCO, 99th Readiness Division, Mission Command Support Group
United States Army Reserves/National Guard
05.1998 - Current
- Current rank – First Sergeant (E-8)
- Senior leader in a 700-Soldier brigade, supervised/managed company grade Non-Commissioned officers and advised company grade officers, successfully increased military operations, training, recruiting, retention, morale, administrative operations, and trained Best Warrior Competitors.
- Ensured the battalion’s overall readiness by implementing and monitoring internal and external training programs, conducted evaluations and inspections and recorded results to the S3 Operations Officer.
- Prepared, published, and implemented the overall tactical Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), allocated resources, monitored and coordinated various activities, for the execution of all missions, including deployments.
- Prepared and monitored cost analyses and projections for administrative/ tactical funding of training and operational missions.
SERGEANT
PHILADELPHIA POLICE DEPARTMENT
01.2005 - 04.2021
- Supervised teams of uniformed and plain-clothed narcotic officers in unit, by overseeing various narcotic investigations and apprehension/prosecution of persons violating narcotic laws.
- Ensured citizens’, anonymous, and command directed complaints were initiated, investigated, and prosecuted.
- Ensured officers’ compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures, directives, and constitution; evaluate, discipline and mentor personnel; and recommend new changes to existing policies.
- Planned and coordinated small-to-large scale narcotic operations, with local, state, and federal law enforcement partners, with impactful outcomes; sharing intelligence/information via conducting presentations to law enforcement and private sector partners.
- Monitored and prepared personnel, overtime, and operating budgets.
- Collaborated with District Attorney’s office for trial preparation and court testimony.
- Recognized by Chief Inspector, Narcotics Bureau, for consistently overseeing and supervising personnel to lead the unit in arrests, confiscations, and activity.
- Recipient of Philadelphia Papal/RNC/Military Service Ribbons, Numerous Citations and Ribbons for Valor, Heroism, and Merit. City of Philadelphia/Pennsylvania State Citations, Letters of Appreciation and eight Community Policing Letters.
- Sergeant, Narcotics Field Unit, 5/2013 - 4/2021 (Retired)
- Sergeant, Narcotics Strike Force, (8/2011-5/2013)
Sergeant
14th District Tactical/Line Squad
12.2005 - 08.2011
- Promoted to Sergeant – December 2005
- Supervised uniform and plainclothes officers and civilians, managed and coordinated tactical and administrative operations, district complaints, overtime budgets, prepared monthly reports and filled in for the captain, to include representing captain at community meetings and adhere to instructions from higher headquarters.
- Worked with various community groups to establish a strong partnership between the police and community.
- Ensured officers’ compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures, directives, and constitution; evaluate, discipline and mentor personnel; and recommend new changes to existing policies.
Administrative Assistant
Deputy Commissioner of Operations
03.2004 - 12.2005
- Assisted Deputy Commissioner (CAR-2) with the daily operations and various administrative duties.
- Disseminated operational orders and pertinent information via Deputy Commissioner, to Divisional Chief Inspectors and all Police commanders.
- Assisted in the planning and preparation of all major details, orders, and various administrative functions.
- Monitored and prepared crime statistics and budget reports to Police Commissioner, city officials, community relations, and media.
- Prepared cost analyses and projections for administrative and tactical funding for the department.
- Worked with various community groups to establish a strong partnership between the police and community.
- Assisted in the planning of several major events such as yearly “Welcome America” Independence week festivities, Live 8 concert (approximately one million in attendance), and Operation Safe Streets (drug initiative which focused on 214 of the city’s highest drug-activity locations).
- (D/C Patricia Giorgio-Fox)
Administrative Assistant
Divisional Inspector
04.2001 - 03.2003
- Assisted Deputy Commissioner with the daily operations and various administrative duties.
- Disseminated operational orders and pertinent information via Deputy Commissioner, to Divisional Chief Inspectors and all Police commanders.
- Assisted in the planning and preparation of all major details, orders, and various administrative functions.
- Monitored and prepared crime statistics and budget reports to Police Commissioner, city officials, community, and media.
- Prepared cost analyses and projections for administrative and tactical funding for the department.
- Worked with various community groups to establish a strong partnership between the police and community.
- Developed “Part one” database for tracking crimes within the district & division, which was later adopted for overall Departmental use.
Compstat Officer
14th Police District
08.1999 - 04.2001
- Assisted District Commander with the daily operations and various administrative duties.
- Collected, analyzed, and mapped crime data on a regular basis for accurate and timely intelligence, effective tactics, rapid deployment of personnel/resources, and relentless follow-up and assessment to forward to District Commander for implementation.
- Developed “Part one” database for tracking crimes within the district & division, which was later adopted for overall Departmental use.
Patrol Officer
14th Police District
06.1994 - 08.1999
- Patrolled neighborhoods of the 14th District, to prevent and discover the commission of crimes and to enforce traffic/parking regulations; responded timely to service calls and crimes in progress, resolved conflicts, guaranteed enforcement of law and investigated crimes.
- Collaborated with District Attorney’s office for trial preparation and court testimony; prepared incident reports and coordinated information and intelligence.
- Worked with various community groups to establish a strong partnership between the police and community.
- Additionally, served search and arrest warrants; conducted street level narcotics operations.
- Appointed as Training officer for newly assigned officers.
Motor Transport NCO, Golf Battery 3/14, 4th Marine Division (USMCR)
United States Marine Corps
05.1989 - 08.1997
- Supervised transportation and maintenance sections of artillery battery and managed supply and logistical functions.
- Operated all wheel vehicles and equipment over varied terrain and roadways.
- Managed loading, unloading, and accountability of all equipment and personnel being transported.
- Ensured overall readiness of equipment and personnel for garrison and deployment.
- Prepared
- Deployed 12/1990-1/1992 in Presidential Call-up (Operation Desert Storm).
- Honorable Discharge
Education
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership (MSOL)
HOLY FAMILY UNIVERSITY
Philadelphia, PA01.2020
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U.S. ARMY NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER ACADEMY
JBMDL, NJ01.2020
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U.S. ARMY NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER ACADEMY
Little Creek, VA01.2016
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NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY OF POLICE STAFF & COMMAND
St John, IN01.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice (CJ)
ALVERNIA UNIVERSITY
Reading, PA01.2007
Diploma - undefined
PHILADELPHIA POLICE ACADEMY
01.1993
Skills
- Customer service
- Data entry
- Attention to detail
- Recordkeeping and file management
Timeline
Supervisory Staff Administrator GS-11
99th Readiness Division, Mission Command Support Group
12.2025 - Current
Sergeant
14th District Tactical/Line Squad
12.2005 - 08.2011
SERGEANT
PHILADELPHIA POLICE DEPARTMENT
01.2005 - 04.2021
Administrative Assistant
Deputy Commissioner of Operations
03.2004 - 12.2005
Administrative Assistant
Divisional Inspector
04.2001 - 03.2003
Compstat Officer
14th Police District
08.1999 - 04.2001
Chief Operations & Training NCO, 99th Readiness Division, Mission Command Support Group
United States Army Reserves/National Guard
05.1998 - Current
Patrol Officer
14th Police District
06.1994 - 08.1999
Motor Transport NCO, Golf Battery 3/14, 4th Marine Division (USMCR)
United States Marine Corps
05.1989 - 08.1997
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U.S. ARMY NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER ACADEMY
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U.S. ARMY NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER ACADEMY
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NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY OF POLICE STAFF & COMMAND
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice (CJ)
ALVERNIA UNIVERSITY
Diploma - undefined
PHILADELPHIA POLICE ACADEMY
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership (MSOL)
HOLY FAMILY UNIVERSITY
MILITARY DECORATIONS/SERVICE MEDALS
Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal 2X, 1995, Army Achievement Medal 2X, Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal 6X, National Defense Service Medal 2X, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal 2X, Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal, Armed Forces Reserve Medal 2X, Professional Development Ribbon 4X, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Ribbon, Meritorious Unit Award. Numerous coins and Letters of appreciation.
PHILADELPHIA POLICE DEPARTMENT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Police Staff and Command, POLEX, POSIT, FEMA ICS 300/400/500, Various Management and MPO courses yearly.
SECURITY CLEARANCES
United States Department of Defense, Secret Security Clearance (Active)