Victor M. Ruiz
Fontana,CA
Summary
Seasoned Police Corporal with experience in all aspects of law enforcement, including unit supervision, informant management, investigations, patrol, field officer training, crime prevention, and community engagement. Strong ability to make sound judgments in high-pressure situations. Proven leadership as a Corporal, demonstrating competence and capability in all aspects of field operations and critical incident management. Significant contributions include training newly hired officer as well as seasoned in service officers.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Adjunct Instructor
Rio Hondo Community College
01.2017 - Current
- Recruit Training Officer
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student populations.
- Delivered lectures on subject matter and educational theories.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking skills.
- Provided academic support and mentorship to students during office hours.
- Evaluated student performance through assignments and assessments.
- Revised course content to reflect current trends in education and industry practices.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by encouraging critical thinking skills among students.
- Lectured and communicated effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.
- Facilitated group discussions, encouraging students to address class concepts to increase understanding.
- Participated in professional development activities related to teaching techniques and pedagogy.
Board President
Providence Master Association
01.2017 - Current
- Led board meetings to discuss community governance and strategic planning.
- Collaborated with committee chairs to enhance community programs and initiatives.
- Oversaw financial management and budget preparation for the association.
- Mediated conflicts among residents to maintain a harmonious community environment.
- Engaged with homeowners to address concerns and gather feedback effectively.
- Ensured compliance with local regulations impacting community operations and development.
- Facilitated the development of board policies and procedures to support organizational goals.
- Provided leadership in developing long-term financial sustainability strategies for the organization.
Police Corporal
El Monte Police Department
El Monte, California
01.2004 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of patrol units and ensured compliance with departmental policies.
- Conducted thorough investigations on criminal incidents and collected relevant evidence.
- Responded to emergency calls and managed situations with professionalism and authority.
- Implemented training sessions for officers on new policies, procedures, and technology usage.
- Developed and implemented departmental policies and procedures.
- Supervised field operations including traffic control, crowd control, search warrant execution, raids.
- Interacted regularly with community members to build relationships and provide assistance when necessary.
- Evaluated incident reports submitted by officers for accuracy and completeness.
- Attended court hearings related to cases investigated by the department as a witness or representative.
- Conducted regular inspections of personnel, equipment, and facilities to ensure compliance with standards.
- Collaborated with local agencies on joint investigations involving multiple jurisdictions.
- Monitored the performance of subordinates to ensure that job duties are being performed in accordance with established guidelines.
- Trained and mentored staff on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect public trust.
Deputy Sheriff
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
01.2000 - 01.2004
- Enforced laws and maintained safety within the Los Angeles County Jail System.
- Conducted thorough investigations of crimes and incidents within Men’s Central Jail.
- Adhered to departmental policies and procedures while performing job duties.
- Arrested and transported suspects or prisoners to jail or court to maintain custody.
- Provided courtroom security for judicial proceedings.
- Monitored inmates at correctional facilities ensuring compliance with all rules and regulations.
Education
Educational Doctorate Degree - Organizational Change and Leadership
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA 08.2021 - 08.2025
Masters of Arts Degree - Criminal Justice
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ 08.2016 - 01/2018
Law Enforcement Administration Certificate -
Arizona State University
Bachelors of Science Degree - Criminal Justice Management
Union Institute and University
Skills
- Organizational leadership
- Counter terrorism
- Curriculum development
- Investigative techniques
- Policy formulation
- Performance evaluation
- Field officer training
- Expertise in police use of force
- Under cover operations
- Advanced officer training
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and emergency medical response
Special Projects And Accomplishments
- Conducted research, collaborated with the Los Angeles District Attorney's office, and authored a proposal to improve current procedures for the Special Investigation Team to lawfully destroy bulk quantities of narcotics, particularly marijuana, in compliance with H&S 11479.
- Instructional experience includes serving as a Defensive Tactics and Adjunct Instructor teaching arrest and control techniques, officer safety, and impact weapons to in-service sworn personnel.
- Drafted a department policy amendment allowing plainclothes undercover officers and detectives to carry a wider variety and more tactical assortment of concealable firearms from selected authorized manufacturers.
- Volunteered to provide instruction to the 316th Military Police Detachment operating with the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command unit.
- Responsible for researching and updating electronic monitoring and surveillance equipment for SIT, in order to decrease liability and increase safety during undercover narcotics operations.
- Volunteers to assist in developing members of the Explorer Post by providing training in self defense, arrest and control, and safe searching techniques.
- Successfully facilitated the testing and evaluation of a new impact weapon (Rapid Containment Baton) for deployment consideration.
- Was instrumental in the development of the department's defensive tactics and use of force training program and curriculum.
Special Appointments
Board President, Providence Master Association, 01/01/17, present
Honors And Awards
- Four Time Life Saving Award
- Meritorious Unit Citation
Specialized Training
- Counter Terrorism, Jerusalem, Israel
- Force Analyst, Force Science LLC
- Critical Decision Making for Coordinated Attacks (FEMA)
- Academy Instructor Certification (AICC)
- Advanced Risk Avoidance for Supervisors
- Field Training Officer
- LA County Force Instructor
- POST Supervisory School
- Terrorism Liaison Officer (TLO)
- Use of Force and Impacts Weapons Instructor
- Tactical Communications Instructor
- Carotid Restraint Instructor
- Krav Maga Instructor
- Wall Stop Training
- Rapid Containment Baton Instructor
- Narcotics Investigations
- ICI Core Detective School
- Certified Informant Management
- Use of Force Investigations
- Advanced Roadside Impairment Driver Enforcement (ARIDE)
- Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST)
- Leadership Development
- Leadership and Risk Management
- Pointman Leadership Institute
- Leadership/Organizational Crisis
- Basic POST
- Advanced POST
- Intermediate POST
Timeline
Educational Doctorate Degree - Organizational Change and Leadership
University of Southern California
08.2021 - 08.2025
Adjunct Instructor
Rio Hondo Community College
01.2017 - Current
Board President
Providence Master Association
01.2017 - Current
Masters of Arts Degree - Criminal Justice
Arizona State University
08.2016 - 01/2018
Police Corporal
El Monte Police Department
01.2004 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
01.2000 - 01.2004
Law Enforcement Administration Certificate -
Arizona State University
Bachelors of Science Degree - Criminal Justice Management
Union Institute and University