Vito Koempel Jr.
Matawan,NJ
Summary
With extensive experience serving in multiple roles within the Borough of Keyport, demonstrated strong leadership, team collaboration, and operational decision-making. Applied tactical expertise and sound judgment while maintaining a community-focused approach to policing. As a Detective, Field Training Officer, and member of the Rapid Deployment Force, played a key role in enhancing departmental training standards and safety protocols, reflecting a consistent commitment to professional excellence.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detective
Borough of Keyport
70 West Front Street Keyport, NJ 07735
08.2025 - Current
- Prepare detailed reports, subpoenas and presented findings to support prosecution efforts in court cases.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information while sharing vital intelligence with appropriate colleagues for effective case resolution.
- Interviewed suspects and witnesses using skilled interrogation techniques for gathering crucial information related to investigations.
- Serve as the only current Juvenile Detective for the Borough of Keyport.
- Coordinated with federal, state and county agencies to tackle crime, enhancing domestic security.
Police Officer
Borough of Keyport
70 West Front Street Keyport, NJ 07735
01.2021 - 08.2025
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary utilizing Crisis Intervention Training.
- Supported supervisors with administrative tasks such as scheduling shifts and managing equipment inventory, increasing department efficiency and organization by being a member of the recruitment team and the OIC, running shifts when supervisor is off.
- As a Field Training Officer, trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
Special Law Enforcement Officer II
Borough of Keyport
70 West Front Street Keyport, NJ 07735
01.2000 - 01.2021
- Managed security operations for high-attendance events by executing crowd control plans and coordinating staffing across multiple shifts and supervisory teams to ensure public safety and clear communication.
- Performed proactive patrols in waterfront areas, enforcing local ordinances while building strong community relations through consistent interaction with residents and visitors..
- Demonstrated knowledge of local ordinances, criminal statutes, and traffic codes while performing enforcement duties, managing vehicular and pedestrian traffic flow, and ensuring compliance with parking regulations in high-volume areas.
- Excellent record of effectively following instructions and completing assigned tasks efficiently, consistently meeting or exceeding supervisory expectations while maintaining attention to detail.
Sleo 1
Borough of Keyport
70 West Front Street Keyport, NJ 07735
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Performed security operations for large-scale events, implementing crowd management strategies, coordinating with multiple shifts and supervisors to ensure public safety while maintaining effective communication across all personnel levels.
- Conducted proactive patrol of the water front district. Fostering positive community relationships through regular engagement with residents and visitors, while enforcing municipal regulations and maintaining a high visibility presence.
Dispatcher
Borough of Keyport
70 West Front Street Keyport, NJ 07735
05.2018 - 01.2021
- Managed high-stress situations calmly and effectively, ensuring timely assistance to those in need.
- Maintained accurate records of all dispatched calls, improving data tracking for future analysis.
- Maintained updated and detailed records of calls in physical and electronic database.
- Successfully facilitated department's transition from internal to county-wide dispatch operations, assisted with providing comprehensive training to officers on new CAD system (SPILLMAN) while ensuring seamless operational continuity and maintaining critical emergency response capabilities.
- Completed SLEO 1 academy while maintaining similar responsibilities at the front desk as a greeter for the general public.
Education
Criminal Justice
Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJPolice Training Certificate - Criminal Justice
Monmouth County Police Academy
Freehold, NJ12-2021
High School Diploma -
Matawan Regional High School
450 Atlantic Avenue Aberdeen, NJ 0774706-2018
Skills
- Strong attention to detail with consistent focus on mission completion
- Proven track record of following directives and completing assignments with enthusiasm and efficiency
- Proficient in training documentation and performance evaluation systems
- Recruitment Team Lead - Designed and implemented new hiring protocols - proficient use of the Acadis training portal
- Field Training & Mentorship
- Decision-Making Under Pressure
- Clear Directive Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Risk Assessment & Threat Mitigation
Certification
- Field Training Officer (FTO) - certified to instruct and evaluate new officers during probationary period
- Conflict de-escalation (CIT Officer)
- Fire Arson Investigation
- Computer Crimes Investigation
- Special Victims Investigation
- Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement
- Certified Firearms Instructor
- Defensive Tactics Instructor
- Alcotest Operator
- Rapid Deployment Force
- Traffic Safety Unit
Accommodations
- 200 Club certificate of recognition for outstanding service - January 19th, 2021
- Life Saving Award - July 4th, 2021
- Recognition for act of valor - July 31st, 2022
- Letter of Commendation -June 30th, 2025
Timeline
Detective
Borough of Keyport
08.2025 - Current
Police Officer
Borough of Keyport
01.2021 - 08.2025
Sleo 1
Borough of Keyport
01.2019 - 01.2020
Dispatcher
Borough of Keyport
05.2018 - 01.2021
Special Law Enforcement Officer II
Borough of Keyport
01.2000 - 01.2021
Police Training Certificate - Criminal Justice
Monmouth County Police Academy
High School Diploma -
Matawan Regional High School
Criminal Justice
Brookdale Community College