Rene Zavala
Rancho Santa Margarita,California
Summary
Seasoned Police Sergeant with extensive experience at the City of Los Angeles (LAPD), excelling in internal affairs investigations and evidence evaluation. Proven track record in tactical coordination and team leadership, enhancing operational efficiency. Adept at policy interpretation and report writing, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence within the department.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Sergeant
City of Los Angeles (LAPD)
Los Angeles, California
08.1994 - Current
- Conducted Internal Affairs investigations for six years. Investigations entailed both criminal and administrative matters.
- Reviewed Internal Affairs investigations and adjudications in a quality control position.
- I worked as a patrol sergeant. Responded to both emergency and general calls for service.
- Assigned, coordinated and reviewed the work of police officers.
- Coordinated tactical situations with responding patrol units, detectives, and other police resources.
- Investigated complaints against officers or civilian employees in accordance with established policy.
- Interpreted laws, regulations, policies and procedures to subordinates.
- Provided training to officers on applicable state laws, local ordinances and departmental policies and procedures.
- Evaluated evidence for validity and admissibility and provided testimony during administrative and criminal court hearings.
- Performed supervisory duties such as developing goals, evaluating job performance, approving leave requests and maintaining discipline.
- Prepared written reports detailing investigative activities and findings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA06-1994
Skills
- Internal affairs investigations
- Evidence evaluation
- Report writing
- Policy interpretation
- Officer training
- Tactical coordination
- Quality control
- Supervisory skills
- Conflict resolution
- Decision making
- Team leadership
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Policy enforcement
- Analytical thinking
Certification
- Police Officer Standards Training (POST) certification. Obtained supervisory status in 2002.
Timeline
Police Sergeant
City of Los Angeles (LAPD)
08.1994 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
San Diego State University
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