RESUME SUMMARY
A 5-year veteran of the Albuquerque Police Department, serving 3 years as a patrol officer and on the gang unit before being promoted to Sergeant in 2020. A resident of Albuquerque for 30+ years and committed to developing as a leader both in the community and on the police force.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Albuquerque Police Department, Albuquerque, NM
Sergeant, January 2021–present
- Led & supervised squad of 12 patrol officers
- Implemented training program for 47 new recruits and skills upgrading for squad
- Commended for disciplinary approach and leadership
- Liaised with DEA to tackle Mexican drug cartel problem
Police Officer, April 2017–December 2020
- Patrolled and protected Albuquerque’s most challenging neighborhoods for over 3 years
- Initiated community and gang outreach program with former gang members to reduce youth membership in street gangs
- Worked closely with inner city schools on drug prevention and domestic violence initiatives
- Spearheaded “Just Say No” approach to drugs in community centers and youth meeting places
- Increased person arrest rate by 47% over 3 years in role.
Albuquerque Police Academy, Albuquerque, NM
Cadet, September 2016–March 2017
- Completed 26-week Police Officer training program
- Finished top of class in fitness examination and self-defense
- Special focus in community policing and patrol procedures
EDUCATION & TRAINING
B.Sc. Criminal Justice & Police Science
Brookline College, Albuquerque, NM, 2016
Leadership in Crisis Training Program
Glynco, GA, 2019
Additional Skills
- Analytical thinking
- Communication skills
- Accuracy
- Organization skills
- Problem solving
- Leadership
- Self-defense
- Negotiation
- Conflict resolution
- Firearm usage
- Havis ICS
- Interview techniques