Rolando Lucas Jr.
Miami
Summary
- As a Deputy Sheriff with the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office, I have close to 12 years of sworn, dedicated law enforcement service and leadership as a tenured deputy to many probationary deputies in years past and have been acting Sergeant with various squads in my tenure.
- My career began as a Police Officer with the Miami-Dade Police Department, now known as the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office, where I developed a strong foundation in patrol operations, community engagement, and tactical response. These experiences shaped my ability to lead from the front, as well as, being able to take direction from those with advanced skills, in order to safely and successfully complete the task/mission at hand in making critical decisions under pressure.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office
Doral
09.2013 - Current
- Enforcing laws and maintained public safety in Miami-Dade County working the entirety of my career, so far, at Midwest District Station as a road patrol deputy with an eight-month stint in the Priority Service Unit (PSU).
- Conducted thorough investigations of criminal offenses, traffic crashes, and complex incidents ensuring accurate evidence collection, documentation, and adherence to departmental procedures.
- Responded to critical incidents, emergency and routine calls for service; enforce state laws and local ordinances through proactive patrol and community engagement.
- Apprehend offenders, perform lawful arrests, conduct suspect interviews and interrogations, as well as prepare detailed arrest affidavits and incident reports.
- Utilize advanced communication and de-escalation skills to resolve volatile situations and promote public trust and safety.
- Serve as a first responder to critical incidents involving violence, mental-health crises, and medical emergencies, exercising sound judgement and tactical proficiency.
Transportation Security Officer
Homeland Security Transportation Security Administration
Miami
11.2002 - 09.2013
- I was in the first inaugural class of TSA into the Federal Government (Department of Homeland Security, DHS) for Miami International Airport in what we know as security in airports nationwide today.
- Monitored passenger screening processes to ensure compliance with security protocols.
- Conducted thorough inspections of baggage and cargo for prohibited items.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies during security incidents and emergencies.
- Assisted in training new officers on screening techniques and safety measures.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality guidelines when handling sensitive information.
Security Screener
Globe Aviation Services
Miami
03.2002 - 11.2002
- I was hired as a security screener in the private sector after the unfortunate events of September 11, 2001.
- Screen passengers and luggage for security compliance.
- Operate x-ray machines to identify prohibited items.
- Conduct thorough pat-downs for additional security checks.
- Provide clear instructions to passengers during the screening process.
- Conducted security screenings of passengers and baggage at airport checkpoints.
- Searched individuals and baggage for weapons and other prohibited items.
Education
High School Diploma -
Miami Coral Park Senior High School
Miami06-2000
Skills
- Designated Immigration Officer (DIO) with DHS/ICE (287g Task Force)
- Law Enforcement Basic Recruit Training
- Electronic Control Weapon (ECW)
- Police Urban Rifle Course
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Mobile Field Force (MFF)
- Mass Casualty Attack (MCAT)
- Crisis Intervention Team (CIT)
- Introduction to Incident Command (ICS-100)
- Basic Incident Command System (ICS-200)
- Introduction to the National Incident Management System (IS-700B)
- National Response Framework (IS-800D)
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office
09.2013 - Current
Transportation Security Officer
Homeland Security Transportation Security Administration
11.2002 - 09.2013
Security Screener
Globe Aviation Services
03.2002 - 11.2002
High School Diploma -
Miami Coral Park Senior High School