Michelle Tejada
Lawnside,NJ
Summary
Dedicated police officer with extensive experience at the New Brunswick Police Department & New Jersey Transit Police Department, skilled in criminal investigations and community engagement. Proficient in conflict de-escalation and fluent in Spanish, fostering trust and cooperation within diverse populations. Committed to maintaining public safety and enhancing community relations through proactive measures.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
New Brunswick Police Department
New Brunswick, NJ
08.2022 - Current
- Assisted in maintaining public safety through routine patrols and community engagement.
- Supported investigations by gathering evidence and documenting incidents accurately.
- Assisted with translation from Spanish to English language during investigations and interviews.
- Participated in training sessions on conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
Police Officer
New Jersey Transit Police Department
Newark, NJ
02.2021 - 08.2022
- Maintained public order and safety by maintaining visibility throughout major transportation centers throughout the State of New Jersey. (Newark, Trenton, Long Branch, Camden).
- Trained and acquired skills to deter and prevent terrorism and crime throughout the NJ Transit system.
- Investigation of crimes committed against commuters and in surroundings municipalities.
- Handling crimes such as trespassing, assaults, robberies, theft of services and drug offenses.
- Knowledge of public transportation routes and geographical landmarks.
- Staying up to date with training and department protocols and procedures.
- Engaged with community members to foster trust and cooperation between police and citizens.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
Police Dispatcher
East Brunswick Police Officer
East Brunswick, NJ
10.2018 - 01.2021
- Dispatching for police, fire, and emergency medical services
- Serve as police department receptionist and perform related clerical assignments.
- Screening emergency and non-emergency telephone calls
- Training of new dispatchers
- Utilizing of department radio and Computer-Aided Dispatch program
- Knowledge of Criminal Justice Information (NCIS, CJIS, AOCTELE, ATS/ACS, CCH/III)
- Assist officers with Spanish translations during arrests and calls for service
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice Honors
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ01-2018
Skills
- Basic life support
- CPR and first aid
- Critical decision-making skills
- Bleeding control
- Conflict de-escalation
- Criminal investigations
- Community engagement
- Field Training Officer
- Fluent in Spanish Language
Accomplishments
- Received a Unit Citation - collaborative efforts to arrest suspects of a shooting where the suspects were ultimately arrested and two handguns and ammunition were seized.
- New Jersey Transit Unit Citation- retrieval of a handgun during a fair sweep (security initiative) in Newark, NJ.
- East Brunswick Police Unit Commendation
- PTC- NJ Basic Police Officer Training
Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician- 2013-current
- Crisis Intervention Team Training- October 2023
- PTC - New Jersey Basic Police Training - July 2021
Trainings
- Bleeding Control for Injured -October 2022
- Driver Impaired Driving - January 2023
- Motor Vehicle 101 - March 2023
- Dealing with First Amendment Auditors - June 2023
- Tactical Handgun Training for Women in Law Enforcement - July 2023
- Case Law for Cops: Miranda - October 2023
- Basic Field Training Officer Course - October 2023
- Effective Report Writing & Courtroom Testimony - December 2023
- DWI Detection and SFST Course - August 2024
- Law Enforcement Contact with Sovereign Citizens- January 2025
- Alcotest 7110 Initial Operator - April 2025
- Resiliency Training - September 2025
- Alcotest Conversion - October 2025
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Police Officer
New Brunswick Police Department
08.2022 - Current
Police Officer
New Jersey Transit Police Department
02.2021 - 08.2022
Police Dispatcher
East Brunswick Police Officer
10.2018 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice Honors
Rutgers University