TARVASHA HUGGINS
Brooklyn,New York
Summary
Seasoned Deputy Director with wealth of continual process and operation improvement experience. Successfully oversees daily operations, planning and quality control, and develops and monitors resources. Broad history in establishing standard operating procedures and tracking and reporting processes, tools and information flows. Actively engages direct reports to achieve safety goals, tracks progress toward goals and increases effectiveness and efficiency of leaders.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Director
New York Police Department
Long Island City, NY
03.2018 - Current
- Responsible for managing, overseeing and directing work of five (5) Borough Managers in charge of field operations within Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island
- Direct deployment of large number of School Safety Agents and supervisory staff to ensure adequate coverage is maintained
- Coordinate operations between School Safety Division Headquarters and Borough offices
- Assist with development of policies and procedures
- Devise self-inspection templates to address problems in administrative areas including evaluations, overtime and performance monitoring
- Serve as agency expert and consultant on matters related to school safety protocols
- Confer with other agencies stakeholders regarding school safety issues and assisting with formulation, development and implementation of programs, policies and procedures related to school safety operations
- Meet with Executive staff concerning daily operations and upcoming events that effects 5000 Members of Service.
Associate Supervisor School Security Level II
New York Police Department
Bronx, New York
10.2015 - 03.2018
- Responsible for overall daily operations of Bronx East Command
- Develop and maintain partnerships with various agencies
- Meet with Executive staff concerning daily operations and upcoming events that effects 5000 Members of Service
- Oversee staff to guarantee that facilities, supplies, vehicles, and equipment are in conformance to standards
- Adjudicate command disciplines written for staff that are in violation of Department regulations
- Inspect logs, prepare reports, and direct preparation, handling, and maintenance of departmental records
- Review contents of written orders to ensure adherence to policy and procedures
- Supervise and coordinate with executive staff to offer guidance and to ensure that all procedures are conducted in accordance with laws and regulations
- Monitor and evaluate job performance of subordinates
- Meet with civic, educational, and community groups to develop community programs and events, and/or to discuss law enforcement subjects
- Responds to challenging situations while maintaining accuracy and integrity.
Associate Supervisor School Security Level I
New York Police Department
Brooklyn, United States
05.2009 - 09.2014
- Assisted in development of strategies that focus on reducing crime and disorder in New York City Public Schools
- Reviewed work schedules to maintain coverage and equitable distribution
- Developed and maintain communication with other agencies
- Managed overall performance of Supervisors of School Security assigned to Command and their School Safety Agents
- Adjudicated command discipline hearings when necessary
- Addressed complaints that are not criminal in nature
- Made notifications when seven majors and/or newsworthy events occur.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships
Supervisor School Security
New York Police Department
Queens , NY
06.2005 - 05.2009
- Monitored subordinates work schedules and make notifications to ensure adequate coverage
- Overseen scanning operations and ensure that proper procedures are being followed
- Conducted training courses related to law, arrest procedures and weapon control
- Reviewed safety plans with school administration and make recommendations for improvement
- Identified trends or patterns of crime and disorder in New York City Public Schools in area of supervision
- Conducted investigations for performance related complaints
- Processed School Safety Agent's payroll
- Planned strategies for special events, demonstrations, large off-site details
- Attended meetings, act as liaison, answers routine inquiries and made all necessary notifications.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
Education
Criminal Justice
La Guardia Community College (CUNY)
Long Island City, NYChildhood Education
Hunter College (CUNY)
New York, New York High School Diploma -
Samuel J. Tilden High School
Brooklyn, New York 06.1990
Skills
- Operational Analysis
- Organizational Development
- Business Development
- Relationship and Team Building
- Judgement and Decision Making
- Stakeholder Management
- Executive Leadership
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Approachable and Outgoing
Certification
Fundamentals of Instruction (FOI)
Payroll
Scanning
RMP/ Van –Certified
AED/CPR –Certified
Timeline
Deputy Director
New York Police Department
03.2018 - Current
Associate Supervisor School Security Level II
New York Police Department
10.2015 - 03.2018
Associate Supervisor School Security Level I
New York Police Department
05.2009 - 09.2014
Supervisor School Security
New York Police Department
06.2005 - 05.2009
Criminal Justice
La Guardia Community College (CUNY)
Childhood Education
Hunter College (CUNY)
High School Diploma -
Samuel J. Tilden High School