Experience

Philadelphia Police Department

• United States
• Law Enforcement
• 700 & Above Employee

• Police Lieutenant/Platoon Commander

  • Dec 2012 - May 2023

  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Supervision, training, and, evaluation of subordinate supervisors, officers, and, civilian employees in work assignments, and also, evaluation of efficiency, and effectiveness of work performed. Performed annual written performance evaluations. Issued formal “Complaint Against Police” forms, and, documented issuance, of the aforementioned forms. Analyzed, and, synthesized, crime data in efforts to identify crime patterns, trends, and, increased criminal activity. Created… Show more Supervision, training, and, evaluation of subordinate supervisors, officers, and, civilian employees in work assignments, and also, evaluation of efficiency, and effectiveness of work performed. Performed annual written performance evaluations. Issued formal “Complaint Against Police” forms, and, documented issuance, of the aforementioned forms. Analyzed, and, synthesized, crime data in efforts to identify crime patterns, trends, and, increased criminal activity. Created, planned , and, implemented strategies/ initiatives, aimed at crime suppression, as well as, identification of potential targets. Disseminated information gleaned through research, and, investigations, to superiors, and, subordinate officers, along with clear, and concise crime reductions plans. Assumed command of crime scenes/major incidents, coordinated, and, directed, the police response. Deployment of officers, and, maintained “real time,’ updated communications with both superiors, subordinates, affected internal departmental personnel, and external entities impacted by the occurrence. Conducted preliminary law enforcement investigations. Provided thorough, and, timely, oral/written reports/presentations, and, provided meticulous incident details, to superiors. Performed the duties, and, responsibilities of Police Officer, Police Corporal, Police Sergeant; as indicated, and, acted as Commanding Officer, as needed. Responded to calls for police services that specifically required the presence of a police supervisor. Acted as a liaison between the police department, and, community residents/community groups/ leaders, and business owners, in efforts to strengthen/ maintain cohesive relationships among police, and, the community. Ensured that Officers strictly adhered to Commonwealth municipal police officer certification requirements, as well as, departmental policies, procedures, directives, city ordinances. And also, local, state, and, federal laws.

• Police Lieutenant / Internal Affairs Investigator

  • Oct 2010 - Dec 2012

  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Investigated incidents, allegations/ suspicions of police corruption, and, misconduct, involving members of the police department; both, sworn, and, civilian; including anonymous complaints against departmental personnel. Interviewed police, and civilian, complainants, and, witnesses, regarding allegations of police misconduct, and, involvement in criminal activity. Collected various forms of documentation regarding allegations/incidents of misconduct, and/or, criminal activity, including… Show more Investigated incidents, allegations/ suspicions of police corruption, and, misconduct, involving members of the police department; both, sworn, and, civilian; including anonymous complaints against departmental personnel. Interviewed police, and civilian, complainants, and, witnesses, regarding allegations of police misconduct, and, involvement in criminal activity. Collected various forms of documentation regarding allegations/incidents of misconduct, and/or, criminal activity, including written documentation, electronic communications, videographic and, photographic evidence, from internal, and, external sources. Conducted “Neighborhood Surveys,” in efforts to locate potential witnesses to alleged incidents of police misconduct, that had not been previously reported. Prepared detailed written reports regarding investigations performed, including findings that supported the allegations, or, the lack thereof, evidence to sustain allegations. Prepared reports for submission to the Police Board of Inquiry; including findings/dispositions, the District Attorney's Office, and/or the City Solicitors Office, when applicable. Assisted in the preparation of affidavits, requisitioning the issuance of search, and, arrest warrants, as needed. Placed law enforcement officers under arrest, and, completed required documentation; as needed. Aided the the processing of police officers taken into custody, and, prepared the aforementioned officers for transport, to the appropriate facilities. Conducted through background Investigations of recruit officer applicants, prior to their admission into the police academy.

• Police Sergeant, Municipal Police Officer Training Instructor

  • Dec 2005 - Oct 2010

  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Conducted annual in-service training. Provided classroom instruction, including, but not limited to annual legal updates, vehicle code law, first aid, CPR, and, AED. Administered written examinations at the conclusion of training sessions. Reviewed training materials and made recommendations for improvements. Identified needs and opportunities for new training. Ensured that Officers strictly adhered to Commonwealth municipal police officer certification requirements. Performed… Show more Conducted annual in-service training. Provided classroom instruction, including, but not limited to annual legal updates, vehicle code law, first aid, CPR, and, AED. Administered written examinations at the conclusion of training sessions. Reviewed training materials and made recommendations for improvements. Identified needs and opportunities for new training. Ensured that Officers strictly adhered to Commonwealth municipal police officer certification requirements. Performed additional administrative duties, as needed.

• Police Sergeant

  • Dec 2004 - Dec 2005

  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Conducted preliminary law enforcement investigations. Provided thorough, and, timely, oral/written reports/presentations, and, provided meticulous incident details, to superiors. Assumed command of crime scenes/major incidents, coordinated, and, directed, the police response. Deployment of officers, and, maintained “real time,’ updated communications with both superiors, subordinates, affected internal departmental personnel, and external entities impacted by the occurrence. Aided in the… Show more Conducted preliminary law enforcement investigations. Provided thorough, and, timely, oral/written reports/presentations, and, provided meticulous incident details, to superiors. Assumed command of crime scenes/major incidents, coordinated, and, directed, the police response. Deployment of officers, and, maintained “real time,’ updated communications with both superiors, subordinates, affected internal departmental personnel, and external entities impacted by the occurrence. Aided in the execution of search, and, arrest warrants. Provided instruction, and, guidance to officers in the performance of assigned duties, provided patrol assignments, and, monitored work performance. Ensured work assignments are performed in accordance with departmental regulations. Ensured the proper use/ maintenance of police equipment. Performed annual written performance evaluations. Developed, and, implemented, strategies/initiatives to suppress criminal activity. Deployed personnel, and, resources, in efforts to achieve departmental objectives, and, meet the needs of the community. Ensured that calls for service are responded to in a professional manner. Issued formal “Complaint Against Police” forms, and, documented issuance, of the aforementioned forms. Acted as a liaison for the police department, community residents/community groups, community leaders, and, business owners, in efforts to strengthen/ maintain cohesive relationships among the police, and, the community. Performed the duties/ responsibilities indicated in the positions of Police Officer/ Corporal; as needed. Commanded an assigned squad, in a police district.

• Police Corporal

  • Dec 2002 - Dec 2004

  Philadelphia Police Department Supervision of internal operations/administrative duties performed by sworn, and, civilian personnel. Supervision of the processing, and, maintenance of police records. Ensured thorough/ timely completion of work. Ensured that work performed is in accordance departmental procedures. Supervision of administrative procedures related to the processing of individuals arrested by law enforcement officers. Completed written performance evaluations of assigned personnel. Issued formal… Show more Supervision of internal operations/administrative duties performed by sworn, and, civilian personnel. Supervision of the processing, and, maintenance of police records. Ensured thorough/ timely completion of work. Ensured that work performed is in accordance departmental procedures. Supervision of administrative procedures related to the processing of individuals arrested by law enforcement officers. Completed written performance evaluations of assigned personnel. Issued formal “Complaint Against Police” forms, and, documented issuance, of the aforementioned forms. Ensured that Officers strictly adhered to Commonwealth municipal police officer certification requirements.

• Police Corporal, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Unit

  • May 1999 - Dec 2004

  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Conducted assessments for mental/behavioral health concerns, emergencies, or, crisis. Provided evaluations,intake assessment, and, follow up, including phone counseling when appropriate. Provided appropriate referrals to affiliates or other treatment providers. Responded to police critical incidents, in efforts to support departmental personnel, in both professional, and, professional occurrences. These incidents may include, but, are not limited to, officer involved discharges of… Show more Conducted assessments for mental/behavioral health concerns, emergencies, or, crisis. Provided evaluations,intake assessment, and, follow up, including phone counseling when appropriate. Provided appropriate referrals to affiliates or other treatment providers. Responded to police critical incidents, in efforts to support departmental personnel, in both professional, and, professional occurrences. These incidents may include, but, are not limited to, officer involved discharges of firearms, hospitalization of officers, suicides, and, line of duty deaths. Supervision, and, training, of subordinate sworn, and, civilian personnel.

• Police Officer

  • Jun 1996 - Dec 2002

  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Primary responsibilities, included, but were not limited to, protection of life, and, property, enforcement of laws, investigation of crimes, and, preparation of required departmental reports. Protection of crime scenes, and, evidence; found at the scene of crimes. Conducted preliminary law enforcement investigations. Provided thorough, and, timely, oral/written reports/presentations, and, provided meticulous incident details, to superiors. Additional responsibilities included aiding… Show more Primary responsibilities, included, but were not limited to, protection of life, and, property, enforcement of laws, investigation of crimes, and, preparation of required departmental reports. Protection of crime scenes, and, evidence; found at the scene of crimes. Conducted preliminary law enforcement investigations. Provided thorough, and, timely, oral/written reports/presentations, and, provided meticulous incident details, to superiors. Additional responsibilities included aiding in the effective implementation of crime prevention initiatives/strategies. Patrolled designated areas of assignment. Aided in the execution of search, and, arrest warrants. Maintained professional work relationships, and/ or, interactions with supervisors, peers, and civilians. Strictly adhered to the Commonwealth municipal police officer certification requirements.



United States Army Reserve

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• LT., Medical Administrative Officer (70B)

  • 2000 - 2004

  338th Medical Brigade Planned, coordinated, monitored, evaluated, and ,advised, unit commanders and staff in both medical and non-medical areas of patient evacuation and treatment. Organizational administration, supply, training operations, intelligence, transportation and maintenance; duties performed in MTOE/TDA organizations, both CONUS, and, OCONUS.



The School District of Philadelphia

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 700 & Above Employee

• Teacher

  • 1994 - 1996

  Short, and, long term Substitute Teacher. Provided classroom coverage for a teacher who is absent for an extended period of time. Worked the regular hours of the absent classroom teacher during his/her absence.



United States Air Force

• United States
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Medical Services Specialist / Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

  • 1989 - 1994

  McGuire AFB, NJ/ Furth AB, GE/ Ramstien AFB, GE Planned, coordinated, monitored, evaluated, and ,advised, unit commanders, and, staff, in both medical and non-medical areas of patient evacuation and treatment. Organizational administration, supply, training operations, intelligence, transportation and maintenance; duties are performed in MTOE/TDA organizations, both CONUS and OCONUS.