Francisco Muñoz
El Centro CA,MIC
Summary
Proven track record in law enforcement with the City of El Centro, showcasing expertise in criminal investigations and crisis intervention. Excelled in building trust within the community, demonstrating exceptional relationship management and de-escalation techniques. Trained over 25 new officers, significantly enhancing departmental efficiency and public safety.
Police Officer with over 13 years of service enforcing rules and authority for the good of all citizens. Passionate about saving lives, protecting victims, and fighting crime. Excellent record of promotion and recognition for going beyond the call of duty.
Communicative Police Officer successful at developing positive relationships with colleagues and citizens. Approaches each situation with alertness, compassion and concern. Continually followed procedures to maintain safety, documentation, and meet legal requirements.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
City of El Centro
12.2010 - 08.2024
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergencies.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- I was a Field Training Officer for over ten years and trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service. I assisted new officers to perform their duties as solo officers.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to solve complex cases and apprehend dangerous criminals.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
- I was an operator of the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team for over 9 years. Later I became the team's designated breacher.
- I was a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) for over 7 years where I evaluated individuals for being under the influence of a controlled substance and gave my expert opinion on which drug category they were under the influence of.
- I was a Detective for over 3 years and investigated crimes against persons and narcotics.
Geothermal Construction Worker
Performance Mechanical Contractors
12.2008 - 03.2010
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Completed construction projects on time by adhering to strict deadlines and prioritizing tasks appropriately.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness in adjusting schedules and priorities accordingly.
- Exhibited exceptional problem-solving abilities under pressure by employing critical thinking skills to overcome complex challenges on job sites.
- Operated heavy machinery efficiently, ensuring timely progress on construction projects while minimizing risk of accidents or damage.
- Contributed to a positive work culture by fostering teamwork among staff through open communication channels, which led to higher overall productivity levels during projects.
Fast Food Cook
Taco Bell
10.2005 - 11.2008
- Worked in fast-paced environment with sense of urgency to serve guests quickly.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, contributing to a positive and safe work environment.
- Cooked menu items according to specified instructions.
- Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, maintaining professionalism even during peak business periods.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow during peak hours, optimizing service efficiency.
- Practiced proper safety and sanitation standards.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Utilized advanced multitasking skills when managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or consistency.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Excelled at quickly identifying and addressing customer concerns or complaints, striving to always provide exceptional service.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
- Completed orders within established timeframes, meeting customer expectations for prompt service.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
Education
Peace Officers Standards And Training Certificate - Police Officer
Miramar College
Miramar CA10.2010
High School Diploma -
Southwest High School
El Centro CA06.2007
Skills
- Report Writing
- Conflict de-escalation
- Relationship building and management
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Patience and Empathy
- Criminal Investigations
- Planning and coordination
- Emergency Management
- Crisis intervention and deescalation
- Physical Fitness
- Self-defense techniques
Accomplishments
- Field Training Officer- 2014
- Officer of the quarter 2014
- Served on the S.W.A.T. team for over 9 years-2015
- Drug Recognition Expert- 2017
- Police Detective-2021
- Recognized by the United States Attorney Office of the Southern District of California and was given the "Pursuit on Justice" Award.- 2023
Certification
- First Aid CPR AED Certification - Heart Saver.
- Tactical Communication Skills Training Certificate - Various Law Enforcement Training Centers.
- Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement(ARIDE) certification– National Highway Traffic Safety Administration(NHTSA).
- Drug Recognition Expert (DRE)
- Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification - State POST Boards.
- Defensive Tactics Certification
- Bureau of Security and Investigative Services- Guard Registration
- Tear Gas and Oleoresin Capsicum (O.C.) Spray- Safety One Services.
Languages
Spanish
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Police Officer
City of El Centro
12.2010 - 08.2024
Geothermal Construction Worker
Performance Mechanical Contractors
12.2008 - 03.2010
Fast Food Cook
Taco Bell
10.2005 - 11.2008
Peace Officers Standards And Training Certificate - Police Officer
Miramar College
High School Diploma -
Southwest High School
- First Aid CPR AED Certification - Heart Saver.
- Tactical Communication Skills Training Certificate - Various Law Enforcement Training Centers.
- Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement(ARIDE) certification– National Highway Traffic Safety Administration(NHTSA).
- Drug Recognition Expert (DRE)
- Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification - State POST Boards.
- Defensive Tactics Certification
- Bureau of Security and Investigative Services- Guard Registration
- Tear Gas and Oleoresin Capsicum (O.C.) Spray- Safety One Services.
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