Lieutenant / Watch Commander

• Feb 2022 - Present

► Managed and oversaw Patrol, Traffic, and Downtown Enforcement teams while supervising an entire shift of on-duty personnel at the Reno Police Department. Provided expert guidance and consultation as the on-duty Command Officer for various specialized units such as the Regional Gang, Narcotics, Crime Suppression, and Human Exploitation and Trafficking Units.► Supervised a team of 60+ officers and eight supervisors while assuming critical duties in the absence of sergeants, ensuring operational excellence and adherence to department policies and procedures. Ensured optimal staffing levels by approving time-off requests and overtime, and verifying and approving payroll entries for regular, overtime, holiday, and court time.► Took charge of critical incidents and major events, developing and implementing immediate action plans and providing direction to Sergeants, Detectives, and Officers. Coordinated follow-up actions and contacted additional resources as necessary.► Managed investigations into allegations of Officer Violations of law and policy, promptly responding to injured Officer and Officer Exposure events, and overseeing Officer Use of Force investigations.► Handled media relations by providing interviews to local news media and drafting news releases while responding to news media inquiries. Represented the Reno Police Department at Neighborhood Advisory Board meetings, fostering strong relationships and providing updates to citizens in attendance.► Designed and ran a program ensuring compliance with all workers compensation requirements, attending monthly update meetings with the City of Reno’s Workers Compensation Director and monitoring long-term and/or unable to return to duty employees.►Served as the Event Commander for civil disobedience protests, collaborating with the United States Marshals Service and directing responses in a timely and effective manner. Show less

Patrol Supervisor (Sergeant)

• Apr 2018 - Feb 2022

►Managed and directed a team of 6-9 Police Officers assigned to a specific district of Reno, overseeing the safety and security of the area. Supervised other teams in the absence of their designated Supervisor and managed up to 20 Officers at one time.► Organized daily patrols by assigning Officers to specific beats in their district and provided necessary briefing materials through PowerPoint presentations. Authorized time off requests and arranged training schedules for Officers.► Oversaw emergency and non-emergency calls for service by reviewing, prioritizing and directing Officers and Dispatch.► Handled personnel issues with lawful and appropriate solutions. Investigated Officer involved injuries, providing referrals and necessary paperwork as needed. Investigated Officer Use of Force incidents, ensuring compliance with RPD General Orders and legal guidelines.► Responded to calls from complainants regarding issues that may or may not be violations of law or Officer complaints. Reviewed Police reports and probable cause reports for accuracy and completeness.► Took command at critical incidents and formulated immediate action plans, coordinating additional resources as necessary, and informing the Watch Commander or Lieutenant Commander of Patrol when required.► Participated in interviews with the news media for certain incidents. Show less

Repeat Offender Program Detective

• Jun 2015 - Apr 2018

► Managed investigations aimed at identifying and incarcerating career felons with a history of violating community laws and disregarding others' rights. Conducted complex and precise police investigations, utilizing all available resources to obtain desired results.► Applied Nevada State and City of Reno laws appropriately and interpreted them when necessary. Arrested suspects and provided testimony in City and State courts on behalf of the City and State.► Gathered proactive intelligence on targets to identify criminal violations and initiate investigations. Provided assistance to other Detectives in the unit with arrest and surveillance of targets when needed.► Contributed to the successful prosecution of offenders by assisting the District Attorney and conducting follow-up work as requested. Provided training to newly assigned Detectives in the ROP Unit, as directed.► Conducted undercover assignments, using techniques to conceal my law enforcement identity in furtherance of my mission. Show less

Patrol Officer

• Apr 2010 - Jun 2015

► Conducted thorough investigations and maintained detailed notes to generate accurate and comprehensive police reports. Applied State of Nevada and City of Reno laws to enforce appropriate actions.► Arrested suspects and provided testimony in City and State courts to support legal proceedings. Conducted proactive patrols in assigned beat and district to identify and address potential violations of law.

Regional Gang Unit Officer / Detective

• Jun 2003 - Oct 2010

Patrol Officer

• Aug 1997 - Jun 2006