I am a innovative, results oriented Law Enforcement leader, with over 25 years of progressively responsible work experience, who can bring dynamic leadership to any public safety/security organization.As the Chief of Police for the city of Chicopee I developed and administered a $10.5 million dollar line item operating budget, including payroll and benefits, operating expenses, equipment procurements and capital outlay projects. Through an efficient use of resources and a reorganization effort, I was able to return 5% of my budget to the city treasury 2 consecutive years, while improving overall performance, adding needed training and developing major programs. Some of these programs included the Safe Parks Program, Safe Schools Initiative and a Traffic Safety program. All of the programs had a positive impact on their targeted areas.I wrote and implemented sound policy & procedure and rules & regulations which increased morale, improved officer safety and decreased civilian complaints.With my background, I am not only able to demonstrate a dependable grasp of administrative fundamentals, but I am capable of drawing from a deep set of individual skills and possess the flexibility to adjust and meet work and situation specific requirements.I am a leader who leads from the front while influencing others for optimal employee performance and achieving outstanding customer service, in a field where that can be a rare attribute. I possess the strength and tact to manage transformation if necessary and I specialize in team building. As a public administrator I am capable of quickly establishing trust within the community I serve to ensure well organized, professional and effective public safety/emergency management operations.As a member of the Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Assoc. and the International Chiefs of Police, I have established long term relationships with local, regional and national law enforcement leaders.
Listed skills include Law Enforcement, Security Management, Budgeting, Conflict Resolution, and 10 others.
