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Director of Adult and Juvenile Detention for King County Washington. The department is responsible for multiple facilities housing an average adult population of 2000. The department employs approximately 1000 FTEs.

Chief of Police (2010 – 2013)Acting Chief of Police (2009 – 2010)Deputy Chief of Operations (2006 – 2009)Deputy Chief of Administration (2001 – 2006)Assistant Chief of Police (2000 – 2001)Captain (1992 – 2000)Lieutenant (1989 – 1992)Sergeant (1985 – 1989)Patrol Officer (1980 – 1985)

• Served in leadership positions within law enforcement at levels as high as Chief of Police for the Seattle, Washington city police department. Oversaw operations with more than 1900 employees and a $245M annual budget. Overhauled the budget approach and submitted 5 straight years of balanced budgets.• Commanded city law enforcement professionals in leadership roles that have included Deputy Chief, Assistant Chief, Captain, Lieutenant, Sergeant, and Detective. Command responsibilities have included homicide, gangs, robbery, cold case, arson/bombs, fraud, fugitive warrants, and polygraph units. • Supported crime prevention and quality public safety by delivering professional police services. Led the department through the resolution of some very difficult cases within record time. Achieved national accreditation for 9 consecutive years. • Exhibited vision and the ability to form strong partnerships with diverse cultures. Fostered relationships with outside law enforcement agencies operating in the area including but not limited to the Sherriff’s department, the Washington State police and the Federal Bureau Investigations (FBI).• Led police review missions in Northern Ireland and Australia. Served as a Syndicate Director for the FBI Leadership in Counter Terrorism course which was held in Australia. Collaborated with law enforcement officials on counter-terrorism measures that included being on the executive board of the Fusion center of region 10 in the state of Washington.

• Department Sponsor on the Technology Steering Committee that oversaw the implementation of new reports management systems, and mobile data networks and communication systems. Prepared and reviewed periodic reports on key law enforcement issues such as doctrine, institutional development, changes in drug trafficking patterns, police capacity and policy recommendations.• Collaborated with internal/external stakeholders to quantify procurement requirements in support of police activity. Ensured validity of the type and extent of support provided, and monitored procurement transactions to ensure compliance with approved policies and regulations.• Oversaw development and expansion of civilian law enforcement capacity through coordination with senior officers to manage training procedures and curriculum development, execute training center and police station construction, and facilitate vendor/contractor coordination.

• Acted as the lead in the Joint Labor Management Committee with the Seattle Police Officers Guild and represented the Department as part of the labor negotiation team. Negotiated labor relation bargaining unit agreements and grievance resolutions with 8 different labor unions. • Worked with management team to support training programs for Seattle police personnel based upon a determination of skills needed to meet department objectives. Met with training officers to develop training plans, establish an annual training budget, and the monitor effectiveness of training programs. • Provided specialized training and support; developing skills in areas including specialized units (SWAT, riot control), criminal investigations, forensics, civil disorder, law enforcement intelligence, narcotics investigations, homicide investigations, and financial crime and traffic accident investigations. • Utilized 360 degree performance assessment tools to evaluate the performance of direct reports. Drove enhancements in performance through coaching and goal setting, and executed intervention strategies and progressive disciplinary actions when necessary.

• Developed 5 year plans and led strategic planning as Chief of Police and Deputy Chief of Police for the city of Seattle, Washington. Implemented the 20/20 initiative (www.seattle.gov/SPD2020); revamping 20 key areas in training, policy and procedures that were critical in our commitment to the community we serve. Expanded training in the Race and Social Justice Initiative and the Procedural Justice program.• Introduced strategies to reduce violent crime, and enrich quality of life and police-community relations. Enhanced the department’s social media presence through overhauling the Public Information Unit and contributing insight and updates for website content. Expanded community outreach through Advisory Councils, Neighborhood Pot-lucks, and implementing the “Living Room Conversations” program. • Oversaw policing for a myriad of demonstrations and large-scale planned events including response to numerous SWAT callouts. Fostered close relationships with the officers and the community to establish the Drug Market Initiative, foot-beat redeployments, and a Neighborhood Viewpoint project. • Analyzed Key Performance Indicators to measure results versus budgeted and forecasted projections. Implemented continuous improvement methodologies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and best practices to enhance performance during the execution of strategic planning initiatives. • Assessed and monitored the performance of law enforcement officers to ensure that law and order are maintained effectively and impartially in accordance with democratic policing principles. Investigated community complaints to ensure that human rights and fundamental freedoms are fully protected.

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