Robert K Bordin
Bradenton,FL
Summary
Dedicated and accomplished law enforcement professional with over 14 years of experience at the Bradenton Police Department and 22 years of leadership in the U.S. Army National Guard. Proven expertise in criminal investigations, tactical operations, and team management. Adept at fostering community relationships, mentoring officers, and driving organizational success. Holds a Top-Secret Security Clearance.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Sergeant – Criminal Investigations, FTO, Narcotics, SWAT Sniper Team Leader
Bradenton Police Department
12.2010 - Current
- Conducted and supervised hundreds of narcotics investigations, ensuring successful resolutions through high-risk operations
- Drafted detailed reports and affidavits, executed search and arrest warrants, and secured evidence in compliance with legal protocols
- Oversaw specialty units, including Street Crimes, Narcotics Division, and SWAT, ensuring operational excellence and team coordination
- Managed investigations, developed criminal cases, and provided expert testimony in court proceedings
- Mentored junior officers and sergeants, fostering leadership development and professional growth
- Collaborated with DEA, HSI, and Manatee County Sheriff’s Office for mutual aid investigations
Platoon Sergeant – Fire Direction Control, Leadership Roles
U.S. Army National Guard
01.2003 - Current
- Provided strategic leadership and operational oversight, ensuring combat readiness and mission success
- Managed over $70M in equipment, ensuring accountability and operational integrity
- Delivered comprehensive training to soldiers, promoting skill development and physical fitness
- Advised commanders on deployment planning, resource allocation, and tactical execution
- Completed three overseas deployments and several stateside activations, demonstrating adaptability and resilience
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
University of South Florida
Associate of Arts - General Studies
South Florida Community College
Skills
- Tactical Operations & Leadership
- Training & Mentorship
- Community Relations & Public Engagement
- Team Building & Strategic Planning
Community Service
- Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics
- Bradenton Blue Foundation Fundraisers
- Honoring the Badge
- Stuff the Truck
- Dive into Reading
- Fraud Prevention Training for Brookdale Residents
Certificationsandspecializedtraining
- Basic SWAT Operations – Florida SWAT Association
- SWAT Team Leader Development – NTOA
- Basic Police Sniper – Snipercraft
- Digital Investigations Supervisors – Secret Service
- HSI Task Force Officer Course – HSI
- General Instructor Techniques – Manatee County Sheriff’s Office
- Firearms Instructor Certification – Manatee County Sheriff’s Office
- Tactical Narcotics Course – SPCC
- Interviews and Interrogations – CJSTC
- Advanced Domestic Violence Investigations – Manatee County Sheriff’s Office
- Anti-Terrorism Level II – US Army
- Advanced Leaders Course – US Army
- Senior Leaders Course – U.S. Army
Timeline
Sergeant – Criminal Investigations, FTO, Narcotics, SWAT Sniper Team Leader
Bradenton Police Department
12.2010 - Current
Platoon Sergeant – Fire Direction Control, Leadership Roles
U.S. Army National Guard
01.2003 - Current
Associate of Arts - General Studies
South Florida Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
University of South Florida
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