Richard Link
431 Linden Circle, Lafayette Hill,PA
Summary
Following a long and rewarding career as a Federal Law Enforcement Agent I transitioned to the role of Command Center Supervisor at an indoor stadium hosting professional sporting events pursuant to a lifelong goal of working in the sports industry. In my current role I have gained expertise in large stadium event operations and value the professionalism required to effectively produce consistent positive outcomes. Throughout my federal law enforcement career I undertook a variety of collateral duties in addition to multiple leadership positions. My organizational and communication skills were enhanced through my roles as an Officer Survival Instructor, Division Recruiter and Post Basic Training Coordinator. My professionalism, discretion and attention to detail were routinely exemplified during federal criminal investigations and Executive Protection Details provided for the Postmaster General of the United States. My integrity has been demonstrated through maintenance of a United States Top Secret Security Clearance from 2002 to the present.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Command Center Supervisor
Comcast Spectacor
Philadelphia, PA
05.2024 - Current
- As a Command Center Supervisor, I manage digital, electronic, and video security systems to ensure operational integrity for the Wells Fargo Center, a multi-purpose indoor arena home to the Philadelphia Flyers of the National Hockey League (NHL), the Philadelphia 76ers of the National Basketball Association (NBA), and the Philadelphia Wings of the National Lacrosse League (NLL). Additionally, I direct a security team while ensuring compliance with established protocols and standard operational procedures in a dynamic and fast-paced atmosphere.
Postal Inspector Team Leader
United States Postal Inspection Service
Philadelphia, PA
04.2018 - 08.2022
- As a Supervisory Federal Law Enforcement Agent (GS-14, Series 1811) I was responsible for leading a team of seven Federal Law Enforcement Agents and one General Analyst in violent and financial crime investigations in the greater Philadelphia area. I utilized Microsoft Office applications daily while executing a variety of traditional administrative responsibilities. Further, I mentored and motivated team members while ensuring compliance with agency policies and procedures as well as adherence to the Federal Criminal Code and Rules pertaining to criminal procedure. Additionally, I routinely communicated with law enforcement partner agencies, the U.S. Attorney's Office, U.S. Postal Service management representatives, customers and team members through written reports, meetings, presentations and daily interactions. In support of agency and division programs I performed multiple collateral duties to include; Executive Protection for the Postmaster General, Recruiter, Post Basic Training Coordinator and Officer Survival Instructor. Further, I was assigned special projects which included Economic Impact Payment (EIP) Security Coordinator where I was responsible for the security of over 50 million EIP (stimulus) checks originating from the U.S. Treasury, Bureau of Fiscal Services and processed through the local USPS Processing and Distribution network throughout 2020 and 2021. In this role I was recognized with the Philadelphia Division Guiding Principles Award for leadership.
Postal Inspector (Federal Law Enforcement Agent)
United States Postal Inspection Service
Philadelphia, PA
08.2011 - 04.2018
- As a Federal Criminal Investigator (GS-13, Series 1811) I was responsible for conducting complex federal criminal and administrative investigations with a nexus to the U.S. Postal Service. In this role I served federal subpoenas, was the affiant on numerous federal arrest and search warrants, processed evidence and testified in court. I participated in over 100 tactical operations related to narcotics trafficking investigations with partner local, state and federal agencies. The utilization of advanced technology to include; covert electronic surveillance equipment, CCTV surveillance, mobile radio communications in conjunction with in depth analysis of proprietary and open source databases routinely assisted in complex case development. Detailed and accurate report writing contributed to a conviction rate in excess of 95% for all criminal cases I presented for prosecution.
Special Agent
U.S. Postal Service Office of Inspector General
Philadelphia, PA
04.2009 - 08.2011
- As a Special Agent (GS-13, Series 1811) I was responsible for conducting federal criminal and administrative investigations with a nexus to the U.S. Postal Service. I routinely conducted reviews and observations of postal operations to ensure compliance with established organizational policies and procedures in an effort to reduce fraud, waste and abuse. Extensive utilization of the U.S. Postal Service CCTV surveillance system was instrumental in identifying and documenting reportable discrepancies. I authored comprehensive written reports detailing investigative findings to U.S. Postal Service officials and prosecutors.
Postal Inspector (Federal Law Enforcement Agent)
United States Postal Inspection Service
Philadelphia, PA
01.2007 - 04.2009
- As a Federal Criminal Investigator (GS-13, Series 1811) I was responsible for conducting federal criminal investigations with a focus on financial crimes, bank fraud and identity theft. During this period I was commissioned to lead the Southeastern Pennsylvania Identity Crimes Task Force, a multi-agency organization created to investigate organized criminal enterprises. As the Task Force Leader I was responsible for coordinating high impact investigations involving local, state and federal investigators from over twenty law enforcement agencies.
Postal Inspector (Federal Law Enforcement Agent)
United States Postal Inspection Service
Columbus, OH
12.2002 - 01.2007
- As a Federal Criminal Investigator (GS-13, Series 1811) I was responsible for a variety of criminal and administrative investigations n the central Ohio geographic area. In this role I interviewed victims, witnesses, and suspects, served subpoenas, executed search and arrest warrants and testified in court proceedings. Additionally, I wrote comprehensive reports for prosecutors and U.S. Postal Service officials. Further, I provided numerous public speaking presentations in an effort to prevent financial fraud against the elderly and vulnerable groups.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Management
Rosemont College
Rosemont, PA05.1999
Skills
Top Secret Security Clearance through 2025
Written and Verbal Communication
Critical Thinking
Leadership Experience
Public Speaking
Officer Survival Instructor
Executive Protection
PHL Division Post Basic Training Coordinator
PHL Division Postal Inspector Recruiter
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Command Center Supervisor
Comcast Spectacor
05.2024 - Current
Postal Inspector Team Leader
United States Postal Inspection Service
04.2018 - 08.2022
Postal Inspector (Federal Law Enforcement Agent)
United States Postal Inspection Service
08.2011 - 04.2018
Special Agent
U.S. Postal Service Office of Inspector General
04.2009 - 08.2011
Postal Inspector (Federal Law Enforcement Agent)
United States Postal Inspection Service
01.2007 - 04.2009
Postal Inspector (Federal Law Enforcement Agent)
United States Postal Inspection Service
12.2002 - 01.2007
Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Management
Rosemont College
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