Robert Murphy
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Ambitious, goal oriented police officer leveraging experiences from multiple police roles and responsibilities, and 20 years of leadership experience from the United States Marine Corps, to supervise, direct, and mentor members within the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Traffic Officer
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Dept
Las Vegas, NV
10.2022 - Current
- Train and mentor officers on enforcement and recognition impaired drivers.
- Conduct traffic collision investigations and violations, including interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, and follow up.
- Prepare detailed arrest and collision reports for use in criminal and civil proceedings.
- Enforce traffic laws and regulations to ensure safety of public and property.
- Responded to calls from the public regarding traffic related concerns or complaints.
Patrol Officer
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Dept
Las Vegas, NV
12.2016 - 09.2022
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life.
- Prepared detailed documentation of crime investigations through various reports
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect criminal activity and provide public safety.
- Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.
- Assisted with crowd control at special events or protests.
Field Training Officer
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Dept
Las Vegas, NV
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Trained and mentored new officers on state, and local law; department policy, tactics, and procedures to prepare them as a solo officer.
- Maintained department qualifications as a Field Training Officer when not assigned to an active field training squad.
- Clearly communicated expectations of department training standards
- Ensured the new officers correctly applied concepts learned in the classroom to field operations
- Monitored, evaluated and recorded training activities and program effectiveness.
- Organized and evaluated new officer performance during key training sessions to identify areas of improvement.
LVMPD Headquarters Security
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Dept
Las Vegas, NV
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Hand selected by LVMPD Headquarters Sergeant for security detail.
- Monitored LVMPD Headquarters campus for suspicious persons, situations, unusual activity, and criminal behavior.
- Maintained safe and secure environment for Headquarters personnel and citizens.
- Assisted and educated citizens with questions relating to criminal complaints.
Adjunct Firearms Instructor
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Dept
Las Vegas, NV
08.2019 - Current
- Monitored student performance and offered feedback to support goal achievement.
- Conducted classroom lectures, practical exercises, and range qualifications.
- Supported other instructors by providing assistance during class sessions or drills when necessary.
- Inspected weapons prior to use to ensure safety and operational readiness.
- Maintained accurate records of all training activities, including attendance and performance data.
Gunnery Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
01.2002 - 03.2022
- Supervise and mentor instructors and students at a joint service schoolhouse.
- Liaise and partner with various DOD, local and federal law enforcement, US Embassy staff, foreign military and law enforcement personnel on force protection matters.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish commanders and service level objectives.
- Lead, train, supervise, and develop subordinates through experience and technical knowledge.
- Lead and conducted operations across Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.
Education
Drug Recognition Expert
International Association of Chiefs of Police
04-2023
Advanced Certificate
Nevada POST
11-2022
Intermediate Certificate
Nevada POST
11-2022
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV12-2018
Basic Certificate
Nevada POST
12-2016
Skills
- Personnel Supervision
- Mentorship & Subordinate Development
- Criminal Law
- Report Writing
- Formal Instruction
- Search and Seizure
Timeline
Traffic Officer
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Dept
10.2022 - Current
LVMPD Headquarters Security
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Dept
06.2020 - 10.2020
Field Training Officer
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Dept
01.2020 - 01.2022
Adjunct Firearms Instructor
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Dept
08.2019 - Current
Patrol Officer
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Dept
12.2016 - 09.2022
Gunnery Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
01.2002 - 03.2022
Drug Recognition Expert
International Association of Chiefs of Police
Advanced Certificate
Nevada POST
Intermediate Certificate
Nevada POST
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
College of Southern Nevada
Basic Certificate
Nevada POST
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