Michel Terry
Brewster,NY
Summary
Command-level law enforcement leader with over 14 years of progressive service in the City of Mount Vernon Police Department. Demonstrated the ability to lead supervisors, manage complex patrol operations, enforce professional standards, and maintain accountability across the departments most operationally active division. Advancing through the ranks from Police Officer, to ESU operator, to Sergeant, to Squad Commander/Lieutenant, and current Commander of the Patrol Division, proving a comprehensive understanding of departmental operations, personnel management, accountability, and community policing.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commanding Officer Patrol Division
Mount Vernon Police Department
Mount Vernon, NY
03.2025 - Current
- Lead daily operations of 80+ personnel, ensuring effective response to community needs.
- Monitor compliance with policies and procedures, promoting accountability among staff, thus enhancing morale.
- Conduct community outreach initiatives, fostering positive relationships between police and residents.
- Collaborate with team members to analyze crime data and identify trends, developing informed, robust patrol operation strategies.
- Lead critical incident responses, ensuring public safety and officer welfare.
- Deliver accurate reports on time, enabling key stakeholders to make informed decisions promptly.
- Mentor junior supervisors and officers, providing guidance and support in their professional development and leadership growth.
Patrol Squad Commander/Police Lieutenant
Mount Vernon Police Department
Mount Vernon, NY
02.2021 - 03.2025
- Formulated detailed patrol strategies, reducing crime rates across the city
- Oversaw daily operations, deploying resources effectively to maintain public order and safety.
- Mentored and trained sergeants and police officers, enhancing team performance and fostering professional development.
- Conducted post-incident reviews, implementing corrective actions to optimize future responses.
Police Officer
Mount Vernon Police Department
Mount Vernon, NY
01.2012 - 09.2024
- Responded to calls for service, ensuring swift resolution and public safety.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, identifying and safeguarding evidence.
- Prepared detailed reports, contributing to successful legal prosecutions.
- Engaged with diverse communities, fostering trust and cooperation.
- Provided basic first-aid and assisted victims, demonstrating crucial care.
Patrol Sergeant
Mount Vernon Police Department
Mount Vernon, NY
07.2017 - 02.2021
- First-line supervisor, responsible for 10+ officers and dispatcher personnel.
- Ensuring operational readiness and policy adherence during day to day operations.
- Enforcement of departmental standards and procedural compliance
- Trained and mentored junior officers and dispatchers in procedures, policies, and conflict resolution techniques.
- Evaluated officer performance during shifts, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for continuous development.
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
Emergency Services Unit (ESU)
Mount Vernon Police Department
Mount Vernon, NY
09.2014 - 07.2017
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Respond to high-risk incidents, ensuring public safety and scene control.
- Utilized specialized equipment for technical rescue operations and recovery.
- Provided tactical support during critical incidents.
- Conducted meticulous searches for evidence at complex crime scenes.
- Administered advanced first-aid in challenging and volatile environments.
Education
Police Officer Certification -
Basic Recruit School
Westchester County Police Academy05-2012
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD05-2000
High School Diploma -
Mount Vernon High School
Mount Vernon, NY06-1996
Skills
- Mentoring
- Staff development
- Problem-solving
- Effective communication
- Decision-making
- Conflict de-escalation
- Relationship building
- Staff discipline
- Self motivation
- Analytical thinking
Certification
- NYS Police Officer Certification
- Police Supervisor School
- Instructor Development School
- SWAT Command Decision Making & Leadership 1
- Emergency Services Unit Tactical Training
- Emergency Services Rescue Training
- Crisis Intervention Training
- Field Training Officer
- NYS Incident Command Systems (ICS 100, 200, 700)
- NYS SLA Enforcement Training
- Firearms Qualified in Glock 17, Glock 26, MP5, M4, Shotgun, Less Lethal Platforms
Timeline
Commanding Officer Patrol Division
Mount Vernon Police Department
03.2025 - Current
Patrol Squad Commander/Police Lieutenant
Mount Vernon Police Department
02.2021 - 03.2025
Patrol Sergeant
Mount Vernon Police Department
07.2017 - 02.2021
Emergency Services Unit (ESU)
Mount Vernon Police Department
09.2014 - 07.2017
Police Officer
Mount Vernon Police Department
01.2012 - 09.2024
Police Officer Certification -
Basic Recruit School
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management
Morgan State University
High School Diploma -
Mount Vernon High School