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Nick Beerling

Nick Beerling

Gardena

Summary

Dedicated Police Sergeant specializing in personnel leadership and critical incident management. Excels in high-pressure environments, making decisive choices and fostering effective communication. Focused on resource coordination and integrity, driving personnel development and enhancing organizational efficiency to fulfill departmental objectives.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Police Sergeant, Patrol

City of Gardena
Gardena
04.2023 - Current
  • Supervised patrol officers during shifts, ensuring adherence to departmental policies and fostering accountability.
  • Responded to emergency calls, providing immediate support and guidance to officers.
  • Assisted in crime scene management by securing evidence and documenting incidents, contributing to thorough investigations.
  • Evaluated officer performance, delivering constructive feedback for skill enhancement.
  • Performed administrative tasks related to police operations and personnel management.
  • Coordinated daily shift assignments and monitored radio frequencies for emergencies, enhancing response effectiveness.
  • Participated in crime prevention initiatives, developing strategies to reduce crime in assigned areas.
  • Maintained comprehensive records of personnel matters, including commendations and disciplinary actions.

Mobile Field Force Sergeant

City of Gardena
Gardena
04.2023 - Current

Directed mobile field force deployment during large-scale critical incidents, ensuring lawful and effective responses.

Developed operational plans emphasizing crowd management, de-escalation, and protection of constitutional rights.

Ensured adherence to use of force policies and risk mitigation strategies in high-visibility environments.

District Policing Sergeant

City Of Gardena Ca
Gardena
04.2023 - Current
  • Directed problem- oriented policing strategies by identifying root causes of recurring crime trends and implementing sustainable solutions
  • Led district-level policing initiatives that enhanced long-term crime reduction, improved quality of life, and built community trust
  • facilitated community meetings and represented the department in public forums, strengthening transparency and legitimacy

Special InvestigationsUnit Sergeant

City of Gardena
Gardena
01.2025 - 10.2025
  • Lead investigative operations targeting complex criminal activity, ensuring strategic case development, evidentiary integrity, and successful prosecution outcomes
  • Managed high-risk operations including search warrants, surveillance, and covert assignments, emphasizing officer safety, legal compliance, and operational precision.
  • Oversaw investigative case management, ensuring timely completion, thorough documentation, and adherence to legal standards.

Patrol Officer

City of Gardena
Gardena
10.2008 - 11.2023
  • Enforced state, federal, and local laws and municipal code, ensuring compliance and public order
  • Patrolled assigned areas to ensure community safety and security.
  • Conducted proactive patrols in Gardena, enhancing community safety and visibility
  • Responded to emergency calls and incidents promptly and effectively.
  • Conducted traffic control and enforcement to maintain order on roadways.

Field Training Officer

City Of Gardena Ca
Gardena
11.2020 - 04.2023
  • Developed competent, skilled officers who operated independently in high-pressure situations.
  • Evaluated trainee performance daily through thorough documentation and observation.
  • Demonstrated professional standards of law enforcement to uphold integrity.
  • Delivered constructive criticism and actionable suggestions that improved trainee performance.
  • Instructed trainees on department policies, ensuring correct application procedures were consistently followed.

Special Enforcement Unit

City Of Gardena Ca
Gardena
04.2014 - 04.2017

Accomplished gang investigator and court certified gang expert

Executed search warrants, developed cases, conducted interrogations, and managed informants to support successful investigations

Certified as a narcotics expert to provide expert testimony and insights in court proceedings

Specialized in AB-109 legislation to guide parole and probation processes effectively.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration

Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL
03-2025

Police Academy

Fullerton College
Fullerton, CA
05-2008

Skills

  • Crisis management
  • Risk assessment
  • Policy enforcement
  • Decision-making
  • Strategic planning
  • Performance evaluation
  • Team management
  • Effective communication
  • Community relations
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Time management
  • Leadership skills

Certification

State of California Basic, Intermediate and Advanced Post Certificate

Timeline

Special InvestigationsUnit Sergeant

City of Gardena
01.2025 - 10.2025

Police Sergeant, Patrol

City of Gardena
04.2023 - Current

Mobile Field Force Sergeant

City of Gardena
04.2023 - Current

District Policing Sergeant

City Of Gardena Ca
04.2023 - Current

Field Training Officer

City Of Gardena Ca
11.2020 - 04.2023

Special Enforcement Unit

City Of Gardena Ca
04.2014 - 04.2017

Patrol Officer

City of Gardena
10.2008 - 11.2023

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration

Columbia Southern University

Police Academy

Fullerton College
Nick Beerling