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Paul Salemi

New York,NY

Summary

Experienced Police Captain adept in emergency response with a demonstrated history of effective leadership and management in law enforcement. Excelled in overseeing operations and training within NYC Transit, ensuring safety, efficiency and cooperation. Demonstrated professionalism and organization prowess. Effective in overseeing daily operations, implementing departmental policies, and ensuring adherence to laws and regulations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Police Captain

Metropolitan Transportation Authority Police Dept
Manhattan, NY
11.2023 - Current
  • Collaborate effectively with outside stakeholders, such as the Department of Homeless Services, City Hall, the MTA Homeless Program Office, and numerous NYPD Transit Districts.
  • Oversee various details and operations within the New York City Transit System, including the Fare Evasion Task Force, SCOUT, End of Line, and bag check initiatives.
  • Onboard newly assigned officers and supervision to Transit Operations. Develop strategies to train and develop newly assigned members.
  • Review incidents relative to Transit Operations and provide recommendations up and down the chain of command.
  • Foster an atmosphere of trust with all assigned personnel, both internal and external. Motivate officers and supervisors with a positive work environment.
  • Report out updates and changes to sworn and civilian ranking members on a regular basis.
  • Review body worn camera and other CCTV footage for incidents such as arrests, injuried parties and department manual violations. Take corrective action, such as instruction and retraining, when necessary.
  • Review staffing vacancies on a regular basis and work with the administrative unit to ensure proper coverage.
  • Review and approval payroll for over 100 members on a regular basis. Work closely with civilian members of the department to rectify and discrepencies.

Police Lieutenant

Metropolitan Transportation Authority Police Dept
Manhattan, NY
05.2023 - 11.2023
  • Organized special events, such as City Field and Forest Hills Stadium, require additional security measures.
  • Utilize data to properly assign personnel on a day-to-day basis.
  • Supervised field operations by providing guidance on proper procedures for responding to calls for service. Taking corrective action when necessary.
  • Fostered a positive work environment for all members at a district level.

Police Sergeant

Metropolitan Transportation Authority Police Dept
Manhattan, NY
10.2018 - 05.2023
  • Monitored officer performance through field observations and reviews of incident reports.
  • Supervised and guided subordinate staff in performance of assigned duties.
  • Ensured that all necessary paperwork was completed accurately prior to submission for review by command staff members.
  • Directed collection, preparation, and handling of evidence and personal property of prisoners.
  • Disciplined officers who violated protocol according to established departmental procedures while providing guidance towards improvement.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice: Law Enforcement Technology

SUNY Farmingdale
Farmingdale, NY
01-2021

Skills

  • Emergency Response
  • Organization Skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Relationship Building
  • Self Motivation
  • Professionalism

Certification

  • NYS/DCJS - Police Supervisor School
  • FBI-LEEDA Trilogy Recipient

Languages

Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Police Captain

Metropolitan Transportation Authority Police Dept
11.2023 - Current

Police Lieutenant

Metropolitan Transportation Authority Police Dept
05.2023 - 11.2023

Police Sergeant

Metropolitan Transportation Authority Police Dept
10.2018 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice: Law Enforcement Technology

SUNY Farmingdale
  • NYS/DCJS - Police Supervisor School
  • FBI-LEEDA Trilogy Recipient
Paul Salemi