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Richard Smith

Wading River,NY

Summary

I have been honored to be in the field of Law Enforcement and School Security for over 36 years, 30 of which have been as a Supervisor. I am a results-driven professional with extensive experience in law enforcement and school safety. As Director of School Safety at Cold Spring Harbor School District, I enhanced data-driven decision-making and strengthened internal controls. Certified in security instruction and adept at collaboration, I excel in managing budgets and fostering community relations.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of School Safety

Cold Spring Harbor Schol District
12.2024 - Current

Civil Service certified Director of School Safety, scoring 100 on examination 25-7077-083.

N.Y.S Certified Security Guard Instructor

  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
  • Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborate with Law Enforcement and other agencies to ensure involvement in school safety.
  • Oversee / schedule staff of 38 guards.
  • Oversee budget process for security division.
  • Enhanced data-driven decision-making by implementing advanced analytics and reporting tools.

Law Enforcement

Riverhead Town Police Department
02.1989 - 09.2024

Police Captain (June 2022-September 2024)

  • Performed Administrative tasks such as budget preparation, management, grant writing and personnel management.
  • Developed, implemented and revised departmental policies and procedures.
  • Served as liaison between the department and various civic organizations within the community.
  • Educated staff about regulatory changes and new police technology or methods.

Police Lieutenant (April 2000 - June 2022)

  • Initiated pro active policing efforts.
  • Provided guidance to subordinates to subordinates on policy interpretations and application of laws related to police work.

Police Sergeant (April 1995-April 2000)

  • Supervised and guided subordinate staff in performance of assigned duties:

Police Officer (February 1989 - April 1995)

Education

Bachelor of Science - Political Science And Government

SUNY, Oneonta
Oneonta, NY
12-1986

Post-Degree Certificate - Police Science

F.B.I. National Academy
Quantico, VA
06-2001

Skills

  • Civil Service Certified
  • NYS certified Security Guard Insturctor
  • MPTC General Topics Instructor
  • DCJS Accreditation Program Manager
  • NYS Crime Prevention Officer
  • NCBRT Active Shooter - Train the trainer
  • DCJS Disciplinary Personnel Issues
  • MPTC Use of Force
  • Incident Command System
  • Reid Technique Interview and Interrogation
  • NTOA Critical Incident Manager
  • DCJS Juvenile Law and Procedures for Law Enforcement
  • DCJS Sex Offender Management

Timeline

Director of School Safety

Cold Spring Harbor Schol District
12.2024 - Current

Law Enforcement

Riverhead Town Police Department
02.1989 - 09.2024

Bachelor of Science - Political Science And Government

SUNY, Oneonta

Post-Degree Certificate - Police Science

F.B.I. National Academy
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