LETTER OF LIFE SAVING REWARD – TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, POINT LOOKOUT / LIDO BEACH
Timeline
MICHAEL KATEVATIS
Boynton Beach
Summary
Dedicated public safety professional with extensive experience in emergency medical services and law enforcement. Proven ability to perform under pressure and serve communities with integrity.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
EMT – Per Diem Driver (EMT-B)
Town of Hempstead EMS
Point Lookout / Lido Beach, NY
01.2022
Responded to 911 calls and provided basic life support as per diem EMT driver.
Maintained equipment readiness and collaborated with EMS supervisors and paramedics.
Law Enforcement Officer
Delray Beach Police Department
Delray Beach, FL
01.2026 - Current
Conducting patrol duties and community policing in Delray Beach, Florida.
Responding to calls for service, enforcing state statutes and local ordinances.
Applying emergency medical training in the field to assist injured or ill individuals.
Police Officer
New York City Police Department
Brooklyn & Midtown South, NY
04.2024 - 01.2026
Patrolled assigned sectors in Brooklyn and Midtown Manhattan, maintaining public order and safety.
Investigated incidents, responded to emergencies, and assisted with arrests and reports.
Collaborated with partner agencies and supervisors across high-volume precincts.
Firefighter / EMT – Ambulance Driver
Plainview Volunteer Fire Department
Plainview, NY
11.2018 - 08.2023
Served as certified EMT Basic and ambulance driver for fire department EMS operations.
Responded to medical emergencies, trauma calls, and fire incidents.
Per diem driver for Port Washington FD, Syosset Fire District, and Jericho Fire Department.
EMT – Ambulance Driver (Seasonal)
Jones Beach Emergency Medical Services
Jones Beach, NY
05.2021 - 08.2022
Provided emergency medical services at one of New York's busiest public beach facilities.
Operated ambulance vehicle and coordinated with lifeguards and park personnel.
Education
Undergraduate Studies - Criminal Justice, Social & Behavioral Sciences
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY
01-2022
High School Diploma - undefined
John F. Kennedy High School
Plainview, NY
01-2020
Skills
Emergency Medical Response
Law Enforcement & Patrol
Ambulance Operations & Driving
Community Service & Outreach
Crisis Intervention
Teamwork & Leadership
Time Management
Conflict Resolution
LETTER OF LIFE SAVING REWARD – TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, POINT LOOKOUT / LIDO BEACH
AWARDED BY TOWN COUNCILMAN DAVID NEUBERT & ANTHONY P. D'ESPOSITO
Timeline
Law Enforcement Officer
Delray Beach Police Department
01.2026 - Current
Police Officer
New York City Police Department
04.2024 - 01.2026
EMT – Per Diem Driver (EMT-B)
Town of Hempstead EMS
01.2022
EMT – Ambulance Driver (Seasonal)
Jones Beach Emergency Medical Services
05.2021 - 08.2022
Firefighter / EMT – Ambulance Driver
Plainview Volunteer Fire Department
11.2018 - 08.2023
High School Diploma - undefined
John F. Kennedy High School
Undergraduate Studies - Criminal Justice, Social & Behavioral Sciences