Michael Cruz
Summary
Highly skilled and experienced law enforcement officer with over 13 years of experience. Strong leadership abilities with a track record of effectively performing in a team environment and overseeing complex investigations. Adept at developing and implementing strategic initiatives to improve department operations and ensure public safety. This included investigations into employee misconduct as an Internal Affairs Investigator. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, enabling productive collaboration with colleagues, supervisors, and the community.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Deputy
Kern County Sheriff's Office
04.2024 - Current
- Field investigator that provided operational supervision to a section or area of assignment in the absence of the shift supervisor.
- Performed lead functions in the absence of superiors.
- Handled specialized assignments throughout the department. This included my assignment to the Internal Affairs Unit which conducted investigations into employee misconduct, as well as the Crimes Against People (CAP) Unit which specialized in variety of crimes including major assaults, robberies, and financial crimes.
- Conducted investigations, gathering evidence to support legal proceedings.
Deputy Sheriff
Kern County Sheriff's Office
01.2013 - Current
- Maintain personal and professional integrity by carrying out all duties in a manner commensurate with the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills in dealing with diverse populations, diffusing tense situations, and providing public education on safety measures.
- Provided support to local businesses and residents by addressing concerns and offering crime prevention tips.Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to coordinate efforts and share information on criminal activity.
- Assisted in maintaining order and safety within the community by enforcing laws and regulations.
- Conducted thorough investigations into criminal activities and incidents, resulting in successful arrests and prosecutions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
California Coast University
Santa Ana03.2024
Affiliations
- Delta Epsilon Tau (DET) Academic Honor Society member
- President for Kern Law Enforcement Association
- President of Regional Chapter of Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC).
Timeline
Senior Deputy
Kern County Sheriff's Office
04.2024 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
Kern County Sheriff's Office
01.2013 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
California Coast University
Additional Collateral Assignments
POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) Instructor for the following domains:
Leadership, Professionalism and Ethics. Criminal Justice System. Principled Policing in the Community. Traffic Enforcement. Traffic Collision Investigations. Officer Wellness.
Member of the following: Community Advisory Council (CAC), Peer Support Team, and assisted with the Community Policing strategic plan.