Michael Saposnick
Durham
Summary
Motivated Police Officer with Nine (9) years of service enforcing local, state and federal laws for the good of all citizens. Passionate about saving lives, protecting victims and fighting crime. Excellent record of promotion and recognition for going beyond call of duty.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Durham Police Department
2015.01 - Current
- Cultivated working relationships with colleagues, executives and community members to build trust and community.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
Harbor Operations Assistant Leading Petty Officer
United States Navy
2013.05 - 2015.02
- Directed safe and secure operations of over $2,000,000 worth of government property, resulting in no loss of equipment or negative incidents.
- Handled emergency spills and environmental cleanup requests with organized approach for Naval Station Mayport and the St. John's River.
- Ensured the safe harbor movements of 12 United States Navy Warships, as well as two (2) United States Navy Submarines.
- Audited hazardous waste weekly to assist with pick-up scheduling and maintain necessary safety controls in accordance with OSHA.
Assistant Division Leading Petty Officer
United States Navy
2007.12 - 2013.04
- Assistant Leading Petty Officer of 30 junior Sailors/Marines during deployments to area of responsibility (AOR).
- Led and trained group of individuals consisting of both American and foreign defense forces in maritime interdiction operations.
- Responded to onboard operational and medical emergencies with calm, level-headed approach.
- Conducted over 2,000 hours as the Lead Signalman during launch and recovery of both manned and unmanned (UAV) aircraft on U.S Navy Warship.
- During multiple deployments, acted as the Primary Coxswain for all small boat/Non-compliant visit, board, search and seizure team (VBSS).
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice And Business Administration
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA10.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA10.2023
Skills
- Search and seizure laws familiarity
- Radar speed measurement
- Arrest techniques
- Defense and Arrest Tactics (DAAT)
- Sex crimes training
- Defensive driving training
- Exceptional problem solver
- Calm under pressure
- Extensive gang knowledge
- Disciplinary measures
- Criminal Law
- Case Management
Accomplishments
- Officer of the Month for December 2018
- Officer of the Month for April 2022
- Meritorious Service Medal January 2019
- Received numerous letters of appreciation from community residents.
- Received three (3) Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Medals (U.S. Navy)
- Received two (2) Good Conduct Medals (U.S. Navy)
- Earned various campaign medals during GWOT
Additional Information
Death and Homicide Investigations
Fundamentals of the Investigative Process
Cold Case Investigation
Sexual Assault Investigation
Interview and Interrogation-Detecting Deception
Criminal Gang Investigations
Search Warrant Preparation
Police Law Institute (PLI)
Radar Operator
Credible Leadership Course I
Timeline
Police Officer
Durham Police Department
2015.01 - Current
Harbor Operations Assistant Leading Petty Officer
United States Navy
2013.05 - 2015.02
Assistant Division Leading Petty Officer
United States Navy
2007.12 - 2013.04
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice And Business Administration
Liberty University
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Liberty University
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