Ricardo Bautista
Summary
Seasoned Police Officer with extensive experience at Brea Police Department, and 5 previous years with the San Diego Police Department. Specializing in defensive tactics instruction for police officers. Demonstrated expertise in self-defense instruction and significantly enhancing officer confidence in self defense.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer/ Defensive Tactics Instructor
Brea Police Department
02.2024 - Current
- Trained approximately 50 officers on defensive tactics policies and procedures during bi-annual department mandated training.
- Offered private lessons tailored to the the Officer's needs for accelerated skill development or intensive training purposes.
- Provided feedback and corrections to improve students' skills and techniques.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors on curriculum development and instructional strategies to ensure consistent high-quality instruction across all classes.
- Instructed on proper breathing techniques, stances, and forms.
Police Officer
San Diego Police Department
05.2019 - 02.2024
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
National University
San Diego, California08-2020
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA05-2017
Associate of Science - Social Behavior
Fullerton College
Fullerton, CA05-2013
Skills
- Self-defense expertise
- In-depth knowledge of martial arts
- Student assessment techniques
- Patience and empathy
- Presentation skills
- Injury prevention
Accomplishments
- Gracie Survival Tactics Certified Instructor
- POST Certified Defensive Tactics Instructor
- Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu- Jitsu
- Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Police Officer/ Defensive Tactics Instructor
Brea Police Department
02.2024 - Current
Police Officer
San Diego Police Department
05.2019 - 02.2024
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
National University
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
California State University, Fullerton
Associate of Science - Social Behavior
Fullerton College
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