Richard Rosales
Law Enforcement
Coolidge,AZ
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with extensive experience at Mesa Police Department, excelling in crime prevention and community engagement. Proven skills in traffic control and crisis management, successfully reducing incidents through proactive patrol techniques. Recognized for integrity and strong communication abilities, fostering trust within the community while ensuring public safety.
Seasoned Law Enforcement professional well-versed in criminal investigation practices, including gathering evidence and developing incident reports. Eager to leverage 10 years of law enforcement experience, including expertise in criminal investigations and in-depth knowledge of public safety protocols.
Observant law enforcement officer committed to serving and protecting others. Focused professional with history of using sound judgment in intense situations. Experienced in monitoring community activity to prevent dangerous and criminal activities.
Dedicated Police Officer specializing in crime prevention. Expert at enforcing laws and following rules and regulations for good policing. Fulfills duties with focus on justice, peace, and citizen safety. P.O.S.T. certified.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol
Mesa Police Department
01.2015 - 11.2024
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Promoted safe driving conditions by quickly identifying and removing disabled vehicles and obstructions from roadways.
- Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss crime reduction strategies.
- Dispensed tickets to offenders for traffic violations.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Conducted stationary and mobile surveillance on investigatory individuals.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Notified emergency personnel of incidents requiring medical assistance and aid.
- Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
- Spearheaded investigations into criminal activities, traffic control and related enfrocement activities.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
- Spearheaded investigations in crime reduction, traffic fatalities and reoccurring theft activities.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Reduced process inaccuracies while investigating Felony DUI's and Felony drug crimes and assisting district attorney prosecution Felony cases.
Truancy Officer/District Security Officer
Mesa Public Schools
01.2009 - 12.2015
- Maintained accurate records of all absences, truancy issues, and disciplinary actions.
- Developed exceptional time management, relationship building, and organizational skills from working in busy school setting.
- Called parents and guardians to inquire about late or truant students.
- Pleasantly greeted all office visitors and asked open-ended questions to determine needs.
- Input daily attendance information into office database for [Number]-student school.
- Processed and scanned files into electronic databases.
- Composed correspondence to internal and external parties as requested.
- Accessed and used computer software applications to update and maintain records.
- Checked records for accuracy and completeness, and corrected errors.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Conducted training sessions for new security personnel to facilitate compliance with security protocols.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Recorded observations and occurrences and interviewed witnesses to complete and submit incident report.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
- Leveraged physical or verbal techniques to investigate suspicious activities and resolve concerns.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
AIBT-INstitute of The Americas
Mesa03-2002
Skills
- Traffic control
- Radio communication
- Physical fitness
- Arrest techniques
- First aid and CPR
- Cultural awareness
- Firearms proficiency
- Community engagement
- Self-defense tactics
- Crime scene preservation
- Investigative skills
- Crime prevention
- Patrol techniques
- Integrity and honesty
- Community policing
- Stress tolerance
- Individual surveillance
- Court testimony
- Perimeter monitoring
- Team building and development
- Surveillance techniques
- Report writing
- Crisis management
- Time management abilities
- Court proceedings
- Search and seizure laws
- Evidence preservation
- Verbal and written communication
- Community oriented policing
- Arrest warrants
- Background investigations
- Accident scene management
- Crowd control
- Witness interviews
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Prisoner transport
- Subpoena service
- Analytical thinking
- Warrant procedures
- Decision-making
- Traffic monitoring
- Crime investigation discovery
- Arresting suspects
- Evidence identification
- Multitasking
- Surveillance and patrol
- Witness communication
- Professionalism
- Community relations
- Crime investigation
- Communication skills
- Conflict resolution
- Serving court documents
- Property confiscating
- Public disturbance resolution
- Mobile surveillance
- Evidence collection
- Directing traffic
- Citation issuance
- Police reports
- Arrest procedures
- Traffic citations issuance
- Suspect apprehension
- Investigative procedures
- Analytical skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Confiscate property
- Crowd management
- Search and seizure
- Subpoena delivery
- Summons and subpoena serving
- Crime scene photographs
- Service oriented
- Law enforcement
- Protecting people and property
- Officer training
- Self-defense
- Investigate suspicious activities
- Task prioritization
- Police patrol operations
- Bilingual communication
- Stress management
- Civil and criminal laws
- Public event security
- Continuous improvement
- Criminal investigation
- Suspicious activity monitoring
- Transport prisoners
- Adaptability
- Reliability
- Undercover investigations
- Traffic and motorists monitoring
- Case report writing
- Public relations
- Foot patrolling
Certification
- AZ POST Certification.
- Firearms Proficiency Certification..
- Spanish Translator Certification.
- Bean Bag Certification.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol
Mesa Police Department
01.2015 - 11.2024
Truancy Officer/District Security Officer
Mesa Public Schools
01.2009 - 12.2015
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
AIBT-INstitute of The Americas
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