Sgt. Andre D. Martin
Miami,FL
Summary
Extremely motivated and positive Sergeant with a proactive attitude as well as many strengths, to include interpersonal skills, patience, and sensitivity to subject matter when dealing with victims. As well as an understanding of the importance of team work. Goal oriented go getter with a passion for police work. My background in martial arts and managing a business gives me the discipline, tenacity, and maturity necessary to be an effective supervisor.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Patrol Sergeant
Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office
02.2025 - Current
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
- Handled high-stress situations calmly under pressure while making critical decisions to protect public safety.
- Evaluated officer performance during shifts, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for continuous development.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on proper police procedures and promoting professional growth.
- Managed department resources effectively, ensuring necessary equipment and personnel were available for optimal shift coverage and response times.
- Structured assignments for subordinates based on current patrol priorities, special requirements and individual strengths.
- Granted or denied leave requests and scheduled coverage for shortages.
- Maintained accurate records of all patrol activities, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and departmental standards.
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Miami-Dade Police Department
11.2023 - 02.2025
- Created informative press releases that garnered positive media attention, promoting the organization''s achievements and initiatives.
- Provided guidance to agency members on best practices in public relations and communications strategies.
- Developed compelling content for social media channels, driving increased engagement from followers.
- Coordinated press conferences and media events, maximizing organizational exposure in the news cycle.
- Provided strategic counsel to senior management on handling sensitive or controversial issues in the public eye.
- Enhanced community outreach by developing and implementing strategic communication plans.
- Developed key messages and talking points for executive leadership to use in media interviews and presentations.
- Improved media relations for the organization, cultivating partnerships with local press outlets.
- Managed crisis communications during emergencies, ensuring accurate and timely information dissemination.
- Monitored media coverage of the organization, identifying opportunities for proactive engagement.
- Wrote press releases, talking points and and responses to requests for information.
- Successfully managed reputational risks by addressing unfavorable narratives in a timely manner.
- Pitched stories to media organizations to promote company interests.
- Set up interviews with staff members to field media requests.
Environmental Crimes Detective
Miami-Dade Police Department
03.2020 - 11.2023
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Oversaw criminal cases, coordinated investigations, and prepared evidence and investigators for court cases.
- Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
- Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
- Generated leads through techniques such as Surveillance and Research.
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
- Prioritized multiple active cases efficiently by continually reassessing urgency levels based on emerging factors such as public safety concerns or new leads.
COPSU (Community Oriented Policing Services Unit)
Miami-Dade Police Department
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Contributed to problem-oriented policing efforts by identifying problem areas, recommending and implementing solutions and monitoring results.
- Coordinated operations and initiatives designed to promote positive and productive relationships between officers and citizens.
- Responded to general public service called for civil or societal problems.
- Appeared in court as witness and delivered testimony.
- Prepared reports to accurately document information.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens and business owners.
Uniform Patrol Officer
Miami-Dade Police Department
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Achieved a high level of proactivity from the onset of my Law Enforcement career, leading the platoon in arrests my first month on the road with: 8 felony arrests, recovery of 1 stolen gun, apprehension and subsequent arrest of 1 robbery subject, and the seizure of over 230 grams of narcotics to include cocaine, prescription pills, and marijuana
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area
- Determined appropriate course of criminal prosecution by analyzing and evaluating information
- Actively patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws
- Conducted thorough investigations of serious injury and fatality traffic accidents
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes
- Conducted numerous interviews per week with targets, witnesses and subjects
- Policed assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance
- Reduced lead times on criminal investigations to effectively address greater number of criminal violations
Chief Instructor/General Manager
Martial Arts System
08.2012 - 12.2016
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules and contract negotiations
- Oversaw inventory by ordering precise quantities of stock and executing corrective actions to drive profitability
- Delivered business strategy and developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency
- Reviewed performance data to monitor and measure productivity, goal progress and activity levels
- Enhanced operational success through effective staffing, strong training, adherence to safety regulations and well-timed customer service
- Imparted key etiquette points, discipline and respect
- Taught both core principles and fighting techniques to students of all levels
- Cultivated positive relationships with participants by interacting with group during fitness classes
- Attended to needs of visitors by aiding and providing customer service in fast-paced environment
- Maintained detailed personal training records and updated progress after each session for each client served
- Oversaw competition preparation for all Students with advanced proficiency in Martial Arts
Education
Law Enforcement Certification -
Miami-Dade Public Safety Training Institute
Miami, FL08.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
Miami Dade College
Miami, FLHigh School Diploma -
Robert Morgan Educational Center
Miami, FL06.2008
Skills
- Goal Oriented
- Exceptional interpersonal communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Verbal and written communication
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Timeline management
- Organized
- Criminal investigations
- Evidence collecting
- Criminal law knowledge
- Community-oriented policing
- Report writing
- Defensive tactics training
- Culturally-sensitive
- Exemplifies integrity
- De-escalation techniques
- Critical Thinking
- Public Engagement
- Information Gathering
- Public Speaking
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Jamaican Patois
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Patrol Sergeant
Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office
02.2025 - Current
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Miami-Dade Police Department
11.2023 - 02.2025
Environmental Crimes Detective
Miami-Dade Police Department
03.2020 - 11.2023
COPSU (Community Oriented Policing Services Unit)
Miami-Dade Police Department
08.2018 - 03.2020
Uniform Patrol Officer
Miami-Dade Police Department
08.2017 - 08.2018
Chief Instructor/General Manager
Martial Arts System
08.2012 - 12.2016
Law Enforcement Certification -
Miami-Dade Public Safety Training Institute
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
Miami Dade College
High School Diploma -
Robert Morgan Educational Center
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