Richard Connors
Brewster,NY
Summary
Dedicated and highly motivated security professional with more than 20 years of law enforcement experience in police management and investigations. Extensive background in operational planning, internal controls, interagency coordination and public safety. Proven leadership skills in operational planning, directing and motivating personnel at all levels, developing internal controls to promote a high level of integrity and professionalism, and building community relations. Highly skilled manager that effectively ensures the physical security of clients, personnel, and property. Excels at coordinating large scale projects involving various stakeholders. A respected member of the law enforcement community with an extensive network of private sector executives, professional experts, and federal, state, and local law enforcement officials.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Team Leader
Insite Security, Inc.
04.2021 - Current
- Responsible for the safety and security of high profile clients and their property at a private residence in Westchester County, NY
- Drafted Standard Operating Procedure to ensure consistent operational performance and quality outcomes by personnel on site
- Oversee the Security Operations Center and ensure security cameras and automated gate are operational, daily site log is maintained, and petty cash is accounted for at the beginning of the shift
- Coordinate visitor access and screening of deliveries to the residence and guest house
- Ensure an updated list of approved vendors is maintained and that all vendors are properly screened before entering the property
- Brief property management and support staff on the movements of clients, visitors, vendors, and deliveries
- Update and inform Insite Director and property manager on matters of importance or security concerns
- Conduct inspections of grounds and sensitive locations to ensure areas are secure and operational
- Respond to all communications from management and support staff in a timely manner
- Delegate instructions and disseminate intelligence to site agents
- Respond to incidents and liaison with local law enforcement or fire department
- Train newly assigned agents on site procedures and responsibilities in the Security Operations Center.
Lieutenant Operations Coordinator/Integrity Control Officer/Federal Reimbursement Coordinator
New York City Police Department
01.1996 - 01.2020
- Appointed to the Chief of Department Operations Division to provide operational and administrative oversight for personnel matters, scheduling, communications, overtime, integrity/discipline, time records/payroll, and facility related issues
- Managed interdepartmental and multi-agency Joint Operations Center during high profile events and emergency incidents, such as presidential visits, civil unrest, large parades, and weather emergencies
- Supervised the Federal Reimbursement Unit, which procures in excess of 25 million dollars annually from the Department of State
- Responsible for reviewing and submitting federal reimbursement requests, maintaining its database, convening meetings with the State Department, and conducting periodic inspections for compliance
- Prepared written communications and reports on behalf of the Chief of the Operations Division and assisted in crafting emergency response plans (Continuity of Operations, Blackout Plan, etc.)
- Developed and managed overtime control program
- Developed and implemented integrity controls for all employees
- Conducted meetings to update personnel on NYPD policy and procedures; counseled personnel on potential conflicts of interest and ethical violations
- Conducted investigations in response to official communications and/or alleged violations
- Planned for and coordinated special projects with outside agencies and private sector partners (Elections, Counter Terror, West Nile Virus prevention, etc.)
- Coordinated departments' safety programs and conducted facility inspections for security, safety hazards, cleanliness and condition of equipment
- Implemented Covid-19 office protocols and coordinated remote work for civilians
- Responsible for recruitment, vetting and interviewing of candidates for vacancies
- Coordinated Narcotics and Vice Enforcement Division deployments for large scale events and emergency incidents (Super Storm Sandy, New Years Eve, United Nations General Assembly, July 4th, Narcotics Initiatives, etc.) and compiled activity for subsequent reports
- Prepared Human Trafficking federal grant requests detailing the Vice Division's enforcement strategy and allocation of budgetary funds
- Reviewed expenditures for existing grant and oversaw Human Trafficking Grant Database to ensure compliance with mandates of the federal grant
- Monitored procedural compliance of Vice Division investigative teams during search warrants and enforcement operations
- Prepared self-inspection reports to ensure compliance with policy and procedures
- Oversaw commands' training programs.
Sergeant Investigator/Patrol Supervisor
New York City Police Department
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Conducted confidential investigations for corruption or serious misconduct
- Developed collaborative relationship with retail store investigators for case investigations
- Planned and executed integrity tests on case subjects
- Performed covert surveillance on case subjects
- Supervised all operations and response of police officers in the field.
Police Officer Anti-Crime/Conditions
New York City Police Department
01.1996 - 01.2002
- Conducted plainclothes enforcement focusing on violent crime and felony offenses
- Developed collaborative relationship with residents, retail stores, hotels, and restaurants to address quality of life and crime conditions.
Education
B.A. History -
Fordham University
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Google Sheets
- Google Documents
- Excel
- Law Enforcement & Public Safety
- Investigations
- Operations Management
- Budget
- Internal Controls
- Community Relations
Certification
- New York State Armed Security Guard License
- HR 218 Firearm Qualification
- CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
- NYPD Basic and Advanced Leadership
- NYPD Internal Investigators Course
- NYPD Citywide Incident Management Systems
- NYPD Counter Terror Training
Timeline
Security Team Leader
Insite Security, Inc.
04.2021 - Current
Sergeant Investigator/Patrol Supervisor
New York City Police Department
01.2002 - 01.2005
Lieutenant Operations Coordinator/Integrity Control Officer/Federal Reimbursement Coordinator
New York City Police Department
01.1996 - 01.2020
Police Officer Anti-Crime/Conditions
New York City Police Department
01.1996 - 01.2002
B.A. History -
Fordham University
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