Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Behavior Analysis Training (BATI) Graduate 04/25/2003
Languages
Timeline

Royce Fontillas

City of Modesto
Ripon,CA
Royce Fontillas
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Language
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Certification
34
Years of experience

Results-driven law enforcement veteran known for strong teamwork and mentoring skills. Committed to maintaining high standards of legal compliance while fostering trust within the community.

Work History

Background Investigator

4 Years 7 Months
City of Modesto | 01.2022 - Current
  • Conducted comprehensive background checks to assess candidate qualifications and suitability for employment.
  • Analyzed criminal history records, employment verification, and personal references to ensure accuracy in investigations.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to gather pertinent information related to investigations.
  • Responsible for yearly P.O.S.T. Audit of all Background Investigators Sworn Background Investigators Investigations. I go through every background investigation conducted by each investigator and ensure their paperwork and everything required by P.O.S.T. is met and each TAB is fulfilled in its entirety from front to back.

Police Officer

24 Years
City Of Pleasanton | 10.1993 - 10.2017
  • Enforced laws and regulations to ensure community safety and order.
  • Conducted thorough investigations of crimes, gathering evidence and witness statements.
  • Responded promptly to emergency calls, providing assistance and support to citizens.
  • Collaborated with community organizations to promote public safety initiatives.
  • Trained new officers on departmental protocols and procedures for effective policing.
  • Developed strategies to reduce crime rates through targeted patrols and community engagement.
  • Mentored junior officers, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices.
  • Analyzed crime trends to inform resource allocation and enhance departmental effectiveness.
  • Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
  • Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
  • Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
  • Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
  • Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
  • Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
  • Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
  • Developed strong rapport with local business owners to address concerns about crime or vandalism affecting their establishments.
  • Built excellent rapport and working relationship with the community to build trust and improve upon communication.
  • Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
  • Conducted thorough investigations of crimes, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.

Police Officer

10 Months
City of Stockton | 12.1992 - 10.1993
  • Enforced laws and regulations to ensure community safety and order.
  • Conducted thorough investigations of crimes, gathering evidence and witness statements.
  • Responded promptly to emergency calls, providing assistance and support to citizens.
  • Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
  • Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
  • Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
  • Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
  • Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
  • Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
  • Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
  • Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
  • Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
  • Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
  • Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
  • Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
  • Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
  • Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.

Reserve Police Officer Level II

2 Months
City Of Pleasanton | 10.1992 - 12.1992
  • Enforced laws and regulations, ensuring public safety and community compliance.
  • Conducted thorough investigations of incidents, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
  • Collaborated with community organizations to enhance public relations and trust in police services.
  • Managed emergency response operations, coordinating efforts during critical incidents for efficient resolution.
  • Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
  • Built excellent rapport and working relationship with the community to build trust and improve upon communication.
  • Provided testimony in court proceedings.
  • Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
  • Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
  • Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
  • Monitored criminal activity in the community to identify suspicious activity.
  • Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
  • Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
  • Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
  • Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
  • Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
  • Conducted traffic control measures to ensure safe movement of vehicles and pedestrians.
  • Collaborated with community organizations to promote crime prevention initiatives.
  • Assessed situations quickly and accurately under high-stress conditions, making decisions that protected lives and property while minimizing risk exposure for all involved parties.
  • Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
  • Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.

Education

High School Diploma

Mount Eden High School | Hayward, CA | 06-1984

Skills

Background checks
Written communication
Case management
Communication techniques
Interview techniques
Background investigations
Investigative research
Interviewing expertise
Advanced problem-solving
Legal compliance
Innovation
Ethical
Surveillance techniques
Report writing
Analysis and research
Records research
Court testimony
Case documentation
Fraud analysis
Law enforcement collaboration
Teamwork
Team collaboration
Problem-solving
Time efficiency
Multitasking
Detail orientation
Problem-solving
Multitasking
Multitasking
Reliability
Communication skills
Critical thinking
Organizational skills
Team collaboration
Tactical planning
Active listening
Effective communication
Adaptability and flexibility
Decision-making
Relationship building
Legal research
Crisis intervention
Record keeping
Risk management
Team-building
Task prioritization
Self-motivation
Interpersonal skills
Analytical thinking
Surveillance operations
Conflict resolution
Performance metrics
Risk assessment
Professionalism
Strategic planning
Record keeping
Time efficiency
Process improvement
Adaptability
Written communication
Threat assessment
Criminal justice knowledge
Interviewing witnesses
Crisis response
Data analysis
Professionalism
Problem-solving aptitude
Information verification
Fraud detection
Investigative reporting
Analysis
Background checks
Suspect apprehension
Criminal law knowledge
Keen observation

Certification

Background Investigation School 09/22/2022 Fresno City College/Fresno County Sheriff's Office. Agency #50020 (32) Hours CCN# 3550-30340-22-002

  • [Background Investigation P.O.S.T.] Training - [09-22/2022]

Behavior Analysis Training (BATI) Graduate 04/25/2003

40 hour Investigative Interview & Interrogation training. 

Goal: Teach modern, science-based methods to gather truthful information.

Focus: Ethical, legal and reliable interview techniques.

Science and Evidence: Moving away from unreliable bias and unproven pressure tactics.

Rapport and De-escalation: Building trust and using open-ended questions to let people talk.

Behavior Analysis: Studying verbal and non-verbal cues in proper context.

Legal Rules: Reviewing Miranda rights and specific rules for interviewing juveniles.

Non-Accusatorial Methods: Practicing techniques that lower defensiveness and secure accurate statements.

Languages

Tagalog
Elementary

Timeline

Background Investigator

City of Modesto
01.2022 - CurrentRead More

Police Officer

City Of Pleasanton
10.1993 - 10.2017Read More

Police Officer

City of Stockton
12.1992 - 10.1993Read More

Reserve Police Officer Level II

City Of Pleasanton
10.1992 - 12.1992Read More

Mount Eden High School

High School Diploma
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Royce Fontillas