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Thomas J White

Mount Pleasant,SC

Summary

Retired NYPD Lieutenant with 30 years in law enforcement. A strategic leader offering tactical, operational, and administrative experience. Coordinated and led Presidential motorcades of four different United States Presidents throughout New York City and supervised high-risk escorts ranging from foreign leaders to high-profile prisoners, including Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman. A dedicated Law Enforcement Officer who believes integrity, professionalism, and positive community interaction are the most important aspects of law enforcement.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Highway Patrol Lieutenant

NYC Police Department
05.2005 - 08.2023
  • Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
  • Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
  • Investigated allegations of employee misconduct, reported findings and coordinated warranted disciplinary actions.
  • Effectively led investigations, ensured safety protocols were followed, and handled high-pressure situations.
  • Guided officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.

Patrol Sergeant

NYC Police Department
01.2001 - 05.2005
  • Supervised and coordinated daily operations of patrol shifts of up to 16 officers.
  • Served as mentor and role model to junior officers.
  • Effectively led investigations, ensured safety protocols were followed, and handled high-pressure situations.
  • Accompanied police officers during shifts to evaluate performance and resolve incorrect behaviors.

Police Officer

NYC Police Department
08.1993 - 01.2001
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
  • Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Blessed Sacrament High School
New Rochelle, NY

No Degree - Criminal Justice

SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY

No Degree - NYS Police Officer Certification

NYC Police Academy
New York, NY
03.1994

Skills

  • Emergency Response
  • Community Relations
  • Traffic Control
  • Criminal Investigation
  • Police Motorcycle Operation
  • Presidential/High-Risk Dignitary Escorts
  • Collision Investigation
  • DWI Arrest/Intoxicated Driver Testing
  • High Speed Emergency Vehicle Operation

Certification

  • CFR - Certified First Responder
  • Certified NYS Police officer
  • Certified Police Motorcycle Operator
  • Dignitary Escort/Protection
  • Basic Life Support/CPR
  • NYPD Highway District Solo Patrol Shotgun
  • NYPD High-Speed Vehicle Operation-EVOC
  • Federal Air Marshal Law Enforcement In-Flight Tactical Course
  • FEMA Chemical, Biological, and Radiological Hazardous Material-COBRA

Timeline

Highway Patrol Lieutenant

NYC Police Department
05.2005 - 08.2023

Patrol Sergeant

NYC Police Department
01.2001 - 05.2005

Police Officer

NYC Police Department
08.1993 - 01.2001

High School Diploma -

Blessed Sacrament High School

No Degree - Criminal Justice

SUNY Empire State College

No Degree - NYS Police Officer Certification

NYC Police Academy
Thomas J White