Ricardo Hernandez

Reliable Police Officer for 36+ years, dedicated to saving lives, increasing community safety and decreasing crime rates, Experience in law enforcement, including assisting citizens responding to emergencies, investigating accidents and conducting routine patrols. Exceptional report writing and documentation abilities to meet legal requirements. Extensive conflict and crisis prevention experience.

• 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.
• Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
• Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
• Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
• Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
• Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
• Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
• Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
• Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
• Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
• Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
• Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
• Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
• Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
• Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
• Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
• Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
• Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
• Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
• Mentored junior officers on the importance of ethical behavior, accountability, and professionalism in their role as public servants.
• Developed strong rapport with local businesses owners to address concerns about crime or vandalism affecting their establishments.
• Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
• Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
• Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
• Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
• Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
• Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
• Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
• Trained other officers in firearms and self-defense tactics.

• Maintained jail security by performing frequent security checks within cell block and inspecting each cell for contraband.
• Ensured the well-being of inmates by conducting regular cell checks and monitoring their physical and mental health.
• Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
• Improved overall facility cleanliness with thorough inspections and adherence to sanitation guidelines.
• Received and processed inmates into custody of institution by searching prisoners and taking charge of personal property.
• Handled intake processing efficiently, ensuring all necessary paperwork was completed accurately and promptly.
• Responded swiftly to emergencies using appropriate protocol, contributing to a safer environment for both staff and inmates involved in incidents.
• Conducted thorough searches of cells, common areas, and visitors'' belongings according to established security procedures preventing contraband entry into the jail facility.
• Maintained a safe and secure environment by enforcing strict adherence to facility policies and procedures.
• Documented prisoner identification, charges and inmate disturbance incidents.
• Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
• Reduced inmate altercations through effective communication and conflict resolution strategies.
• Collaborated with fellow jailers to maintain order within the facility, effectively managing challenging situations as they arose.
• Examined incoming and outgoing mail to detect contraband.
• Oversaw conduct of numerous prisoners to prevent escapes or violent behavior.
• Monitored surveillance equipment regularly to identify potential safety hazards or violations within the facility.
• Exercised restraint when necessary while maintaining respect for individual rights during arrestee bookings or disciplinary actions against inmates.
• Maintained a high level of professionalism while interacting with inmates, colleagues, and external stakeholders, upholding the reputation of the facility.
• Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.