Theresa Walsh
24 Jewett Lane South Hadley,MA
Summary
Environmental Police Officer with 25 years of inland field experience, 6 years of managerial experience as Detail Officer and 2 years of managerial experience as a Vice President of the Environmental Police Officers Association.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Police Officer
Commonwealth Of Massachusetts
Region 1 C15,C-13/Region 3 District C-36, C-33
05.1998 - Current
- Patrol assigned area by cruiser, OHV, boat, or afoot to enforce all Massachusetts Laws and CMRs with the primary focus on the preservation of the Environment
- Perform related police work as required and exercise authority in accordance with Ch. 21
- Possess knowledge and skill to handle and use small vessels, OHV and firearms
- Conduct searches for lost persons
- Have the knowledge of and be able to identify fish, birds and mammals common to Massachusetts
- Inspect markets and shops related to compliance with Massachusetts Laws
- Apprehend violators and prepare cases for prosecution
- Conduct Boating Safety, OHV and Hunter Education Classes
Vice President MEPOA
MEPOA
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Gather a coalition of officers to support a winning bid for election of the office of Vice President of the MEPOA
- Perform the duties of the President in his/her absence. From 10/21-01/22 served as Vice President and President Pro Tem
- preside over an association of 87-98 members in a supervisory role as Vice President and President Pro Tem on the MEPOA board of stewards
- Collaborate with legal counsel when necessary to address complex issues related to labor laws or contract disputes and disciplinary hearings
- Represent members in disciplinary hearings
- Provide guidance to fellow stewards in handling challenging situations or navigating difficult decisions within their roles as representatives of their peers
- Promote a culture of solidarity among workers by organizing social events and opportunities for both union members and non-union employees to engage in team building activities
- Attend Labor Management Meetings
- Attend Coalition of Public Safety Meetings
- Attend contract negotiations
- Assess grievances for violations of the CBA and adhere to CBA grievance timelines
- Maintained accurate records related to member grievances filed, resolutions achieved, and other pertinent data for future reference or analysis purposes.
- Record of and track all Unfair Labor Practices (ULP's)
- Provide updates/progress to the E-Board on all grievances and Unfair Labor Practices (ULP's) at MEPOA meetings
- Negotiate resolutions to grievances
MEPOA Region 1,2,3 Union Steward
MEPOA
Western Mass
10.2015 - 10.2021
- Make regional reports to board of stewards on regional issues and seek resolutions
- Assessed impact of union proposals, make motions on proposals and vote on proposals
- communicate information to regional membership
- represent members in disciplinary hearings.
Western Districts Detail Officer
Mass Environmental Police
Region 1,2,3
04.2014 - 10.2016
- Manage/Supervise the implementation of Commonwealth and Private Details according to the CBA for 15 officers in Western Mass
- Ensure the billing of private details and tracking of payments
- Maintain vender relations with other police departments, government entities such as DCR and town water departments and private companies
- Organize and preside over detail distribution meetings
- Advise management on private and DCR events permits
Western Districts Detail Officer
Mass Environmental Police
Region 1,2,3
03.2009 - 05.2012
- Manage/Supervise the implementation of Commonwealth and Private Details according to the CBA for 15 officers in Western Mass
- Ensure the billing of private details and tracking of payments
- Maintain vender relations with other police departments, government entities such as DCR and town water departments and private companies
- Organize and preside over detail distribution meetings
- Advise management on private and DCR events permits
Security Guard
Colebrook Security Services Inc.
03.1998 - 05.1998
- Provides security services at three multi-story buildings housing retail businesses in downtown Springfield (for the Springfield Institute for Saving's [S.I.S.] Center, Harrison Place, and the Stearns Building)
- Responsible for monitoring and responding to security and maintenance alarms for all S.I.S. Bank Branches and ATMs, as well as twelve other properties in the Springfield area
- Notification of appropriate parties to respond to alarms
- Provide access control for buildings and parking lots
- Conduct Morse Watchman tours
- Enforce regulations
- Write reports and other required documentation
- Perform general public information and visitor assistance
Education
Background Investigations
MPI Background Investigators Training Course
01.2022
Police Basic Training Course
MPTC Police Academy
Norwood10.1998
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resources
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Amherst, MA01.1996
NPS Seasonal Law Enforcement
National Park Service Seasonal Academy
05.1994
Armorer/Supply Specialist
76 Yankee MOS Training
Fort Jackson, SC12.1990
Basic Training
Army Basic Training
Fort Jackson, SC10.1990
Skills
- The ability to organize people and achieve mutually beneficial organizational goals by creating a culture of equityand inclusion
- The ability to recognize the skills needed to accomplish a goal and the drive to learn them
- The ability to manage, organize and distribute work within the restrictions of collective bargaining agreements, policies and social structures
- The ability to see weak skills in others and to supports them in order to turn those same weak skills into strengths
References
Work
- Anthony Tranghese 10 Angela Lane East Long Meadow, MA 01028 (413) 237-2072 esehgnart@aol.com
- Thomas Conners 5 Ayer Road Littleton, MA 01460 (978) 502-8191 tj.conners@gmail.com
Personal
- Vivian Ostrowski 22 Jewett Lane South Hadley , MA 01075 (413) 387-5398
Vivianostrowski@gmsil.com
- Paul Dobosh 26 Jewett Lane South Hadley, MA 01075 (413) 534-4055
pdobosh@mtholyoke.edu
Timeline
Vice President MEPOA
MEPOA
10.2021 - 10.2023
MEPOA Region 1,2,3 Union Steward
MEPOA
10.2015 - 10.2021
Western Districts Detail Officer
Mass Environmental Police
04.2014 - 10.2016
Western Districts Detail Officer
Mass Environmental Police
03.2009 - 05.2012
Environmental Police Officer
Commonwealth Of Massachusetts
05.1998 - Current
Security Guard
Colebrook Security Services Inc.
03.1998 - 05.1998
Background Investigations
MPI Background Investigators Training Course
Police Basic Training Course
MPTC Police Academy
Bachelor of Science - Natural Resources
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
NPS Seasonal Law Enforcement
National Park Service Seasonal Academy
Armorer/Supply Specialist
76 Yankee MOS Training
Basic Training
Army Basic Training