Phillip G. Roberts
Gold Canyon,AZ
Summary
Experienced law enforcement leader with comprehensive criminal investigations and evidence analysis. Utilizes strategic methodologies to enhance case resolution efficiency and accuracy. Track record of fostering team cohesion and maintaining high standards of public safety and service.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patrol Sergeant
City Of Phoenix Police Department
01.2000 - 05.2019
- Investigate criminal activity and collaborate with other assigned workers to collect information, interpret the situation, and respond appropriately.
- Act quickly in emergency situations and use expert judgment to proceed accordingly.
- Developed strong relationships with community members, fostering trust and cooperation between law enforcement and the public.
- Managed critical incidents effectively, taking command of the scene and directing resources for optimal outcomes.
- Evaluated officer performance during shifts, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for continuous development.
- Increased officer accountability and performance through consistent evaluation, feedback, and training opportunities.
- OTHER Departments Supervised: Code Enforcement, Central Booking
Robbery Sergeant
City Of Phoenix Police Department
05.2005 - 09.2013
- Supervised 20+ Robbery Unit detectives in the investigation of violent crimes, i.e., armed robberies, bank robberies, theft of property where weapons are involved, and ransom-related kidnappings.
- Coordinated, assisted, and participated with ICE agents and supervisors, in investigating illegal smuggling operations and drop-house locations throughout the Phoenix Metro Area.
- Collaborated with local and national news media on cross-border kidnapping and human-smuggling operations.
- Inter-unit coordination (SAU and NET Teams) to pursue, apprehend and build prosecutorial cases against known and dangerous criminal offenders.
Narcotics Detective
City Of Phoenix Police Department
06.1995 - 01.2000
- Worked undercover operations as buyer or dealer to uncover criminal activities and gather evidence for cases.
- Cross-departmental support with detectives engaged in non-narcotic related cases when necessary, leveraging skills developed while working on narcotic cases for increased departmental efficiency.
- Coordinated responses with local drug task forces and state and federal agents (ICE, DEA, FBI) to apprehend dangerous and violent offenders in large-scale criminal apprehension sweeps.
- Worked closely with Federal Task Forces in locating illegal covert tunnels originating from Mexico into the United States. Secured numerous informants providing information about drug activities in urban, rural and suburban areas.
- Testified in court as a certified Expert Witness by Maricopa County Superior Court into the sales and distribution of narcotic and dangerous drugs.
Patrol Officer
City Of Phoenix Police Department
01.1986 - 06.1995
- Conducted thorough searches of individuals or vehicles when required by departmental policies or legal procedures, collecting and preserving evidence, and recorded witness statements for potential prosecution purposes .
- Testified in court cases as needed, providing clear and concise accounts of events witnessed or investigated.
- Enhanced community safety by conducting regular patrols in high-risk areas.
- Served as a field training officer for new recruits – sharing knowledge gained from experience on patrol-helping them excel in their roles (1991-1994).
- Engaged with law enforcement team to combat criminal street gang activity (1994-1995)
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Maricopa Community Colleges, Rio Salado Community College
Tempe, AZ05-1999
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Crime Prevention
- Community Policing
- Investigation Techniques
- Interviewing and interrogation techniques
- Defensive tactics
- De-escalation techniques
Certification
- Advanced Narcotics Training - Department of Public Safety
- Certified Expert Witness, Maricopa County Superior Court
- Advanced Search and Seizure training - City of Phoenix Police
- Advanced Barricade and Crisis Negotiation - City of Phoenix Police
- Basic Spanish, Law Enforcement
- Continual training covering all aspects of law enforcement procedures over the course of a 33 year career
Languages
Spanish
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Robbery Sergeant
City Of Phoenix Police Department
05.2005 - 09.2013
Patrol Sergeant
City Of Phoenix Police Department
01.2000 - 05.2019
Narcotics Detective
City Of Phoenix Police Department
06.1995 - 01.2000
Patrol Officer
City Of Phoenix Police Department
01.1986 - 06.1995
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Maricopa Community Colleges, Rio Salado Community College