Thomas Chiello

Held multiple positions during this time- Patrol Watch Commander, Bike Unit Lieutenant, Technical Services Division Lieutenant, Criminalistics Bureau Commander (Lieutenant).

Responsible for the development, training, and supervision of sworn and civilian personnel, to include police sergeants, first line supervisors, police officers, and first line employees working various positions/assignments throughout the department.

As the Patrol Watch Commander I supervised all police activities throughout the City during my assigned shift, and was the main point of contact for all critical incidents. I responded to citizen questions and complaints, and handled internal investigations for alleged misconduct.

As the Technical Services Division Lieutenant I supervised the Evidence Section, Supply and Equipment Section, Seizure Detail, Seizure Yard, and Fleet Maintenance Section. I was the Department liaison with City IT for department technology projects.

As the Criminalistics Bureau Commander (Lieutenant) I was responsible for managing a $300,000+ annual budget and supervised the Crime Scene, Latent Print, and Chemistry sections in the Forensic Laboratory.

Represented all Henderson Police and Corrections Sergeants and Lieutenants in the Henderson Police Department.

Negotiated multiple Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA) with the City of Henderson covering wages, benefits, working conditions, discipline, vacation and sick leave.

Negotiated multiple Joint Benefit Agreements (JBA/Health Insurance) with the City of Henderson in collaboration with other public safety associations covering medical, dental, and vision plans for our members.

Association representative on City Health Insurance Committee, City Deferred Compensation Committee, and Nevada Association of Public Safety Officers Board of Directors.

Represented members in Internal Investigations (interviews, disciplinary hearings, case review, arbitration).

Reviewed Departmental and City policies for compliance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement and Nevada Revised Statutes.

Responsible for the development, training, and supervision of police patrol officers. First line supervisor on crime scenes. Responded to critical incidents, reviewed criminal and traffic accident reports, wrote Officer Evaluations.

Field Training Sergeant (FTS). Responsible for the development, training, and supervision of newly promoted patrol sergeants.

Bike Unit Sergeant. First line supervisor of Bike Unit Officers. Oversaw training and action plans for unit activities.

Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property. Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.

Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses. Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.

Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens and business owners in need. First responder for all police calls for service and critical incidents.

Field Training Officer for the development, training, and supervision of new police patrol officers.