Patrol Sergeant

• Nov 2020 - Present

Promoted to permanent rank of Sergeant in November 2020, took command of the 2nd Watch David/Mary Sector Relief squad in the West Precinct (downtown Seattle). In December 2021 I transferred back to the North Precinct, where I've spent almost my entire career.

Police Sergeant/Detective/Officer [Various assignments listed below]

• Jul 1995 - Present

The Seattle Police Department is the largest Municipal law enforcement agency in Washington State, serving a population of approximately 630,000 residents. The 143 square miles are divided into five Police Precincts, with the North Precinct covering the largest area and population-approximately 40% of the city. By itself, the North Precinct would be the 2nd most populated city in Washington state, second only to the other 60% of Seattle (which is split among the four other precincts).

Crisis Intervention (CIT) Officer-Patrol

• Aug 2016 - Present

CIT officers take the lead when interacting with subjects in behavioral crises-defined as people experiencing episodes of mental and/or emotional distress that create significant or repeated disturbances and is considered disruptive by the community, friends, family, or the persons themselves. Such crises can be the result of acute mental illness episodes, as well as personal crises or substance abuse. CIT officers are familiarized with legal aspects of mental health commitments, liability issues, recognizing and understanding indicators of specific mental disorders, proper documentation, understanding the mental health care system, interpersonal relation strategies needed to effectively work with the mentally ill, intervention strategies for coping with and de-escalating low and high-risk situations. Show less

Field Training (FTO) Officer -Patrol

• Mar 2016 - Present

Requires good working knowledge of SPD Policies and Procedures, good working knowledge of the SMC’s (Seattle Municipal Code laws) and RCW’s (Revised Code of Washington laws), superior written and verbal skills, ability to use department computer applications, and interest in teaching newly hired officers. Field Training Officers evaluate, teach and document performance of newly hired Police officers during actual police work in the field prior to their progression from Probationary status to regular duty.Strong leadership skills are required and endorsement from the involved officers’ chain of command. Show less

Acting Sergeant, 2nd Watch Nora Sector

• Sep 2020 - Nov 2020

Again at request of Precinct Operations Lieutenant, I temporarily took command of a North Precinct Patrol squad who lost its sergeant to retirement.

Police Officer-Patrol

• Oct 2014 - Sep 2020

After 7 years as a North Precinct Detective I requested a transfer back to the backbone of any Police Department-Patrol. Current assignment: 2nd Watch Boy Sector (Ballard, Wallingford, Greenlake, Fremont)2001-2007, 2015-2018: Patrol Rifle Officer: •Equipped with .223 caliber AR-15 semi-automatic rifle. Initial tactical response to incidents likely to involve firearms. Secure scene and provide cover for other officers pending arrival of SWAT, or participate in entry teams for Active Shooter incidents.As First Responders, Police Patrol Officers are vital to public safety and perform basic police services in accordance with the mission, goals and objectives of the City of Seattle Police Department and in compliance with governing federal, state, and local laws. Job Responsibilities: •Provide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations. Explains laws and police procedures to residents. •Operates a patrol car. Patrols city streets, areas, and businesses to deter criminal activity and promote public safety. •Investigates conditions hazardous to life or property; conducts initial investigations of crime and crime scenes; assist detectives in criminal investigation work. Conducts search and seizure activities as appropriate. Collects and preserves crime scene and evidence. •Arrests and/or detains suspected violators of the law. Review facts of incidents to determine if crimes or civil violations were involved. •Records facts to prepare reports that document incidents and activities. •Render aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries. •Presents evidence and testimony in judicial settings Show less

Acting Sergeant, 2nd Watch Lincoln Sector

• May 2018 - Aug 2018

Again at request of Precinct Operations Lieutenant, I temporarily took command of a Patrol squad while its Sergeant was on extended leave.Duties included Supervisor investigations and "Blue Team" documentation of Use of Force incidents, handling Supervisory Action referrals from citizen complaints, screening arrests and involuntary mental health committal decisions to ensure proper detention criteria, inputting timekeeping data for payroll, reviewing officers' reports for accuracy and detail, coaching or educating officers on SPD policies or processes. Show less

Acting Sergeant, 2nd Watch Early Relief Squad (Lincoln/Union sectors)

• May 2017 - Jun 2017

At request of Precinct Operations Lieutenant, I temporarily took command of a Patrol squad while its Sergeant was back-filling for a Lieutenant.Duties included Supervisor investigations and "Blue Team" documentation of Use of Force incidents, handling Supervisory Action referrals from citizen complaints, screening arrests and involuntary mental health committal decisions to ensure proper detention criteria inputting timekeeping data for payroll, reviewing officers' reports for accuracy and detail, coaching or educating officers on SPD policies or processes. Show less

Police Officer-Instructor

• 1999 - 2000

•After becoming a certified EMT-B in 1998, I was asked to become an on-loan Instructor for the Seattle/King County Regional Police Academy (a short-lived off-shoot of the Basic Law Enforcement Academy of Washington, specifically for Seattle Police and King County Sheriff recruits) and the SPD Advanced Training Unit. •Conducted dozens of 2-day First Aid, CPR and AED (automated external defibrillator) training courses for recruits in the Academy, and in-service training and re-certification for SPD officers and civilian employees.•Certified CPR Instructor by American Heart Association. Show less

Rental Property Owner & Manager

• 2001 - Jan 2015

Own and self-manage rental property: •2001-2007 Single-family residence in Seattle; •2007-2015: 4-unit apartment in Snohomish County Own and self-manage rental property: •2001-2007 Single-family residence in Seattle; •2007-2015: 4-unit apartment in Snohomish County

Police Detective-Firearms Analyst (Part-time)

• Oct 2012 - Oct 2014

After being certified for use of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives’ NIBIN (National Integrated Ballistic Information Network) in 2012, I worked full-time for 6 weeks in the SPD Evidence Unit and Washington State Patrol Crime Lab (Seattle) as a Firearms Analyst. One of only three members of the Seattle Police Department certified by BATF as an IBIS/NIBIN operator, I continued doing so part-time, 1-2 days per month, in addition to my regular Detective assignment. Duties included: •examination and test-firing of all crime guns seized by Seattle Police Dept. Two fired cartridge casings (FCC’s) are collected from each test fire in order to conduct forensic analysis of the unique markings left on the casings by their individual firearms. •use of Forensic Technology Inc.’s cutting-edge Brasstrax3D high-resolution sensor technology to capture micrometer-level 2D and 3D topographic information for regions of interest from FCC’s of .17 to .50 caliber pistols and rifles, and from .410 bore to 10-gauge shotgun shells. For centerfire cartridge casings this includes the breech face and firing pin impressions on the primer, and the ejector mark. For rimfire cartridge casings, this includes the firing pin impression. Images are uploaded to the Integrated Ballistic Identification System (IBIS), which then cross-references with similar data from the other regional IBIS systems that comprise the NIBIN. •use of Forensic Technology’s Matchpoint+ system to visually compare FCC’s with correlation results from other Test Fires or FCC’s collected from crime scenes from throughout the region or even nationwide (in NIBIN), to look for High Probability Matches between cartridge casings that can link one crime to another, or an identified recovered gun to previously unconnected crimes. Show less

Police Detective-Burglary/Theft-North Precinct

• 2007 - Oct 2014

SPD North Precinct. •Responsible for investigating all property crimes, including Burglary, Theft, Organized Retail Theft, Property Destruction/Malicious Mischief, employee theft/embezzlement, and frequently Robberies, Fraud, and Identity Theft. Also handled almost every type of felony crime and misdemeanor (Homicide being the main exception) committed by suspects under 18 years old. •Over 100 days (not all consecutive) as Acting Detective Sergeant of the Unit, responsible for review of 300 incoming cases per week and determining appropriate case assignment to the squad of detectives. Show less

Police Officer-Patrol

• Jul 1995 - Jun 2007

1997-2007, North Precinct (north Seattle) 2nd Watch: •Worked single- and two-officer patrol car in the Ballard/Fremont/Crown Hill/Aurora Ave. Corridor areas. Also spent a year on mountain bike patrol.1996-1997, West Precinct (downtown Seattle) 3rd Watch: •Worked single-officer patrol car in the busy downtown Seattle core areas of Belltown and Denny Regrade, and also the neighborhoods of Queen Anne and Magnolia. Final assignment in West Precinct was as a two-officer footbeat in the high crime area of the central business district around the Pike Place Market. Show less

Cruise Reservation Supervisor/Air Ticketer

• 1991 - 1993