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
Cold Spring Harbor, NY
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
Riverhead, NY
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, NY12-1986
Post-Degree Certificate - Police Science
F.B.I. National Academy
Quantico, VA06-2001
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