William Nakelski
Bedford Hills,NY
Summary
With a proven track record at the New York City Police Department, I excel in fostering community trust and reducing crime through critical thinking and effective communication. My experience as an Aircraft Maintenance Technician in the USAF honed my problem-solving abilities and attention to safety, achieving significant operational efficiency. Skilled in documentation and relationship management, I bring integrity and technical proficiency to every role. with a solid background in customer service and a Proven track record of efficiently resolving customer inquiries and maintaining high satisfaction rates. Demonstrated ability to leverage communication and problem-solving skills to enhance customer experience.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
New York City Police Department
07.2007 - 07.2024
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members we serve.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Mentored junior officers on the importance of ethical behavior, accountability, and professionalism in their role as public servants.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
06.2003 - 06.2007
- Collaborated with other technicians to complete complex repairs and improve team efficiency.
- Read and interpreted aircraft documentation to determine repair feasibility and methods.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Contributed to a reduction in maintenance-related incidents by maintaining a strong focus on safety during all tasks.
- Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
- Skillfully utilized specialized tools and equipment for precision calibration of critical flight components, ensuring optimal performance levels during operation.
- Ensured proper functioning of avionics systems by conducting comprehensive electrical troubleshooting and repairs.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance metrics related to repair turnaround times, contributing to overall operational efficiency.
Education
National Firefighter 1 Certification - Fire Science
New York State Fire Academy
Montour Falls, NY03.2000
High School Diploma - General Studies
Mahopac High School
Mahopac, NY07.2002
Air Force Basic Training Certificate - Basic Training
United States Air Force Basic Training
San Antonio, TX11.2003
Aircraft Maintain Technician -
United States Air Force Technical School
Wichita Falls, TX08.2004
New York State Police Certification - Criminal Justice
New York City Police Academy
Manhattan, NY07.2007
Skills
- Integrity and Honesty
- Conflict de-escalation
- Relationship building and management
- Customer Service
- Problem-solving abilities
- Active Listening
- Data Entry
- Problem Resolution
- Computer Proficiency
- Critical Thinking
- Documentation
- Client Relations
Additional Information
Volunteer Firefighter Mahopac Fire Department 2000-2010
Volunteer Firefighter Bedford hills Fire Department 2024- present
NYS Life Saving Award 2006 Awarded By Senator Vincent L. Leibell
TWO Military Deployments in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom,Enduring Freedom,Joint Task Force Horn of Africa
Timeline
Police Officer
New York City Police Department
07.2007 - 07.2024
Aircraft Maintenance Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
06.2003 - 06.2007
National Firefighter 1 Certification - Fire Science
New York State Fire Academy
High School Diploma - General Studies
Mahopac High School
Air Force Basic Training Certificate - Basic Training
United States Air Force Basic Training
Aircraft Maintain Technician -
United States Air Force Technical School
New York State Police Certification - Criminal Justice
New York City Police Academy