Dynamic Patrol Sergeant with expertise in law enforcement procedures, community engagement, and conflict resolution. Proven ability to guide teams, manage incidents, and enhance public relations.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Sergeant
Berkeley Police Department
Berkeley
08.2024 - Current
Served as Patrol Sergeant for Team Three and Team Four.
Addressed public inquiries and concerns.
Resolved issues involving dissatisfied community members.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Situation Awareness Group
Berkeley Police Department
Berkeley
03.2016 - Current
Organize, collect, and compile information for intelligence
Conduct investigations pertinent to organized crime.
Patrol Officer
Berkeley Police Department
Berkeley
06.2000 - 08.2024
Conducted routine patrols to ensure public safety and community security.
Responded promptly to emergency calls and incidents throughout the jurisdiction.
Engaged with community members to build trust and enhance public relations.
Enforced laws and regulations, ensuring compliance among citizens and businesses.
Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies for effective crime prevention efforts.
Prepared detailed reports on incidents, arrests, and investigations for record-keeping.
Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay updated on policing techniques and policies.
Performed first aid as needed in emergency situations.
Detective
Berkeley Police Department
Berkeley
03.2018 - 06.2022
Conducted thorough investigations of criminal incidents and reported findings.
Collaborated with local agencies to share intelligence and resources.
Analyzed evidence to identify suspects and establish timelines of events.
Interviewed witnesses and victims to gather crucial information for cases.
Prepared detailed reports documenting investigative processes and conclusions.
Testified in court as a key witness during criminal trials.
Developed community outreach programs to foster public trust in law enforcement.
Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
Maintained professional relationships with members of the community while conducting investigations.
Collected, preserved, and analyzed evidence such as fingerprints, weapons, documents, drugs.
Assigned to the Alameda County SAFE Task Force.
Oversaw the database and documentation for sex offenders in Berkeley, California.
Conducted compliance checks for sex offenders in city and county jurisdictions.
Investigated violations of PC 290 registry requirements.
Community Service Officer
Berkeley Police Department
Berkeley
03.2013 - 03.2017
Enforced local laws and ordinances within the community.
Collaborated with community organizations to promote public safety initiatives.
Assisted in organizing community events to foster neighborhood engagement.
Mediated disputes between residents to resolve conflicts peacefully.
Educated the public on safety practices and crime prevention strategies.
Developed positive relationships with members of the community through active outreach efforts.
Participated in neighborhood watch programs and crime prevention initiatives.
Collaborated with the University of California, Berkeley, Safe Neighborhood, and Party Safe groups.
Educated college students on alcohol-related issues and sexual assault.
Collaborated with Cal Athletics on education about sexual assaults.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And History
San Jose State University
San Jose, California, CA
06-1999
Associate of Arts -
Ohlone College
Fremont, CA
05-1996
High School Diploma -
Granada High School
Livermore, CA
06-1994
Skills
Law enforcement procedures
Community engagement
Conflict resolution
Incident management
Team collaboration
Decision making
Multitasking Abilities
Time management
Networking
Crisis intervention training
Bati interview and interrogation
ICI Sexual Assault Investigator School
FBI training on child abduction and missing and exploited children
Calico Annual Collaborative Training
Search warrants "A-Z"
First two location-based visual intelligence software for public safety
Strangulation Training
Terrorism Liaison Officer – Basic and Advanced Course
Active bystander in law enforcement training
Search, seizure, and search warrants
Critical Incidents Response Training
Threat assessments and preventing targeted violence
Child Exploitation Investigations
Human trafficking awareness
California Sexual Assault Investigators Association human trafficking update