Bob Nagra
Brampton,ON
Summary
Dedicated and accomplished law enforcement professional with 25 years of experience, 11 of which have been served in a leadership (supervisory/managerial) capacity. Throughout my career, I have developed a reputation for being a devoted and intrinsically motivated person with a proven ability to build strong relationships with the community. I have experience in developing and administering area budgets, evaluating and motivating personnel and establishing goals and objectives for the area.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Inspector (Court Services)
Peel Regional Police
09.2022 - Current
- Responsible for the administration, financial and all police operations within Davis Courthouse, Provincial Offence Courts (Brampton, Mississauga) and Evidentiary Property Bureau.
- Participated on several committees within the Courthouse that involve key stakeholders such as the judiciary, lawyers, community groups and Ministry employees.
- Dealt with complaints from internal and external stakeholders on a frequent basis.
- Development and maintain a positive working relationship with with our stakeholders ensuring a positive working relationship and image for the department (political acumen).
- Utilized as the acting Supt when required for Operations Services.
Duty Inspector (A Platoon)
Peel Regional Police
06.2020 - 09.2022
- Incident commander at major incidents.
- Represented Chief's Management Group.
- Organized resources and liaised with officers on a daily basis.
- Reviewed operational plans.
- Responsible for writing the board report for the service wide purchase of a 24/7 interpreter service on our issued cell phones.
- Oversaw investigations and co-ordinated police operations while on shift.
- Conducted media interviews as required at scenes but also within the South Asian community.
Acting Inspector (Criminal Investigation Bureau)
Peel Regional Police
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Responsible for the management of divisional C.I.B. personnel, Neighbourhood Policing Unit, and Call Diversion Unit
- Responsible for the budget and administration of the bureau.
- Developed and maintained a positive relationship with local politicians.
- Attended and/or presented at community events when required.
- Oversaw the major projects and/or cases within the unit.
Staff Sergeant (Neighborhood Policing Unit)
Peel Regional Police
04.2019 - 05.2019
- Overall administration and management of the Divisional Neighbourhood Policing, Unit, the Divisional Bike Unit, C.L.O, C.S.O, C.R.U., Leadership, Staff Development, Performance Management and Coaching of Officers and Unit Supervisors.
- Overall management/supervision of Unit POP Projects.
- Liaised with Education Institutions at board level to ensure joint goals and priorities were identified and met during problem solving.
- Participated in special events and functions organized by various community groups as required.
- Liaised closely with Divisional C.I.B. and Uniform Inspectors.
Staff Sergeant (Uniform Patrol)
Peel Regional Police
05.2017 - 04.2019
- Managed and co-ordinated the work of uniform and civilian personnel on a divisional platoon.
- Monitored the arrest, custody and release of prisoners in the division and acted as the Officer in Charge.
- Responsible for conduct of all Divisional Uniform operations during shifts when the OIC Uniform Branch was away (nights, afternoons, and weekends)
- Provided assistance and support to members in a proactive manner when necessary with respect to the PRP's Peer Support Team and the Members Assistance Program.
Sergeant (Operational Planning & Resources)
Peel Regional Police Service
04.2015 - 04.2017
- Managed and co-ordinated a staff of uniform personnel in the unit.
- Conducted research into equipment and program initiatives to ensure PRP operates in an efficient and effective manner (i.e. UAV project).
- Involved in a considerable amount of committee work and liaised with all levels of Peel Regional Police, Police Services Board and other police agencies.
- Prepared and presented verbal and written reports (formal reports for both the Chief's Management Group and the Police Services Board, Memorandums of Understanding and written responses to requests from other agencies).
Sergeant (Uniform Patrol)
Peel Regional Police
06.2012 - 04.2015
- Supervised and co-ordinated the work of a platoon of patrol officers.
- Attended at major incidents and supervised the work of responding personnel until the arrive of an Incident Commander; assist Commander as required.
- Attended calls for service and incidents and ensured they were dealt with in accordance with appropriate legislation and procedures.
- Conducted ongoing evaluation of officer's performance and implemented appropriate developmental and remedial efforts and disciplinary actions.
- Ensured a professional work environment and that employees provided a high quality customer service.
Constable and Acting Sergeant (Uniform Patrol)
Peel Regional Police
07.2010 - 06.2012
- Provided a high visibility uniform police presence within the airport environment.
- Responded to assigned calls for service and engaged in detection of criminal terrorist trends and activities to gather intelligence on potential unlawful activities.
- Maintained positive relationships with the Greater Toronto Airports Authority , the policing partners, airport personnel and other stakeholders.
- Assigned in the Acting Sergeant role (TT) and was in charge of the security for the International Indian Film Academy personnel.
Constable (Uniform Patrol)
Peel Regional Police
06.2009 - 07.2010
- Attended calls for service and incidents and ensured they were dealt with in accordance with appropriate legislation and procedures.
- Trained other officers as a Field Training Officer.
- Utilized in an Acting Sergeant capacity as required and provided mentorship to the younger officers.
Constable (Criminal Investigation Bureau) - TT
Peel Regional Police
01.2009 - 06.2009
- Conducted investigations, arrested offenders and prepared cases for court in relation to primarily serious criminal offenses, other offenses, missing persons, sudden deaths, and other incidents as assigned.
- Supervised the activities of other officers at crime scenes and in relation to assigned investigations.
- Provided mentorship and assistance to uniform patrol officers.
Constable (Uniform Patrol)
Peel Regional Police
12.2006 - 01.2009
- See earlier job description for same job
Constable (Intelligence Services)
Peel Regional Police
03.2004 - 12.2006
- Conducted and co-ordinated investigative projects and probes relative to persons and groups involved in organized crime activities.
- Conducted investigations as a support service for other areas of the service utilizing specialized techniques.
- Developed and maintained confidential human sources.
- Generated written reports using Intelligence databases.
- Assigned the South Asian portfolio and reported directly to the Chief of Police.
- Liaised proactively with members of the South Asian community and various levels of government (developed the political acumen).
- Utilized as a resource for external agencies such as CSIS, US and Canadian agencies.
Constable (Homicide) - TT
Peel Regional Police
11.2003 - 03.2004
- Conducted investigations in relation to homicides, suspicious deaths and missing persons.
- Interviewed witnesses/victims/suspects/accused persons.
- Worked productively with minimal supervision.
- Utilized for my linguistic skills and cultural competency.
Constable (Intelligence Services)
Peel Regional Police
06.2001 - 11.2003
Constable (Neighborhood Policing Unit)
Peel Regional Police
09.2000 - 06.2001
- Attended and was responsible for policing issues related to the assigned primary, elementary and High Schools. Responsible for keeping up to date with current school issues and enforcement of the law on school property.
- Conducted foot patrols of school property.
- Liaised with Divisional C.I.B. and Y.C.I. investigators to assist with youth/school related crimes.
- Prepared presentations and participated in special school events and meetings.
- Conducted P.O.P. projects and initiatives.
- Attended and provided a positive and effective police presence at special events and functions organized by various community groups.
Constable (Uniform Patrol)
Peel Regional Police
05.1998 - 09.2000
- Attended calls for service and incidents and ensured they were dealt with in accordance with appropriate legislation and procedures.
- Trained other officers as a Field Training Officer.
- Created and presented officers with an efficient way to complete their paperwork; co-ordinated with the Training Bureau for approval.
Education
Master of Arts - Leadership
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON02.2014
Certificate - Executive Leadership
University of Notre Dame
12.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Justice Studies
University of Guelph-Humber
Toronto, ON06.2007
Diploma (Honors) - Police Foundations
Humber College
Toronto, ON06.2007
Certificate - Management
Sheridan College
Brampton, ON05.2000
Skills
- Effective Leader and Visionary
- Complex Problem-Solver and decision maker
- Human Resources and Financial management
- Community engagement and partnerships (collaboration)
- Change management
- Communication skills
- Cultural competency and awareness
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Critical thinking
Accomplishments
- Governor Generals Leadership Conference - 2022
- Citizen of the year - City of Brampton - 2021
- Founders Award - Seva Food Bank - 2019
- Queen's Diamond Jubilee Award - 2012
- Successfully hosted community events since 2011 which has forged relationships for the service
- Numerous community awards over the past 25 years
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Hobbies
* Community involvement - giving back to the community in any way possible which I do by volunteering and serving on the executive/board in various sports organizations and community events
* Working out
* Sports memorabilia and sporting events
* Watching and reading about local and world events (news)
Additional Information
Sit on various committees within the community and local sports organizations for the past 11 years; some of these roles have been in an executive position such as Secretary, Vice President (currently Brams United Soccer Club) and Co-chair.
I am also one of two co-chairs for the Ontario Association of Police Court Managers (OAPCM) group and am involved in their Justice Committee meetings which has provided me a great opportunity to not only advocate for effective change with other OACP leaders and bureaucrats.
Timeline
Inspector (Court Services)
Peel Regional Police
09.2022 - Current
Duty Inspector (A Platoon)
Peel Regional Police
06.2020 - 09.2022
Staff Sergeant (Neighborhood Policing Unit)
Peel Regional Police
04.2019 - 05.2019
Acting Inspector (Criminal Investigation Bureau)
Peel Regional Police
06.2018 - 06.2019
Staff Sergeant (Uniform Patrol)
Peel Regional Police
05.2017 - 04.2019
Sergeant (Operational Planning & Resources)
Peel Regional Police Service
04.2015 - 04.2017
Sergeant (Uniform Patrol)
Peel Regional Police
06.2012 - 04.2015
Constable and Acting Sergeant (Uniform Patrol)
Peel Regional Police
07.2010 - 06.2012
Constable (Uniform Patrol)
Peel Regional Police
06.2009 - 07.2010
Constable (Criminal Investigation Bureau) - TT
Peel Regional Police
01.2009 - 06.2009
Constable (Uniform Patrol)
Peel Regional Police
12.2006 - 01.2009
Constable (Intelligence Services)
Peel Regional Police
03.2004 - 12.2006
Constable (Homicide) - TT
Peel Regional Police
11.2003 - 03.2004
Constable (Intelligence Services)
Peel Regional Police
06.2001 - 11.2003
Constable (Neighborhood Policing Unit)
Peel Regional Police
09.2000 - 06.2001
Constable (Uniform Patrol)
Peel Regional Police
05.1998 - 09.2000
Master of Arts - Leadership
University of Guelph
Certificate - Executive Leadership
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Arts - Justice Studies
University of Guelph-Humber
Diploma (Honors) - Police Foundations
Humber College
Certificate - Management
Sheridan College
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