Community Relations Data Analysis

Perri A. Arnaldy

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Results focused professional with over 25 years’ experience in community engagement, law enforcement, criminal investigation management, fraud investigations, advanced security operations and surveillance. Experienced leader with a proven ability to manage a team with successful results. Lead and assists in fast paced and demanding environments, manages assignments e.g., high profile trial preparation and information/intelligence gathering including information received from the community for data analysis.

MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Promoted to Lieutenant of Detectives December 2011

Participated in undercover activities and collected and disseminated intelligence information to further investigations

2-year Special assignment with Federal Bureau Investigation Violent Crimes Fugitive Task Force in cooperation with the United States Marshal Service, to locate and detain wanted fugitives; received a citation for involvement with the taskforce

2-year Special assignment with Essex County Prosecutors Office, Internal Affairs Unit investigating law enforcement professionals and reviewing the subject’s agency’s rules, policies, and procedures

Increased the prosecution rate 15% in the Adult Trial Section from 35% to 50%, which led to a unit citation

Created the Essex County Prosecutor Office Community Justice Unit

Received multiple appreciation/participation certificates from the Ecumenical community, Community Relations groups, and grass roots organizations

Addressed stakeholders on safety concerns within the twenty-one municipalities of Essex County

Performed 200+ community engagement seminars and law enforcement trainings

Trained 80% of the local cadets at Essex County Police Academy, guest speaker for other law enforcement agencies in New Jersey

Dignitary Protection

Prepared and Submitted Strength, Weakness, Opportunity, Threat (SWOT) Reports

Testified as fact witness in grand jury presentations, hearings, and trials

Core competencies/Skills

Collaborator

Education & Training

Team Building

Time Management

Information/Intelligence Gathering

Policies & Procedures

Community Relations/Engagement

Record Management

Project Management

Certified Instructor

Data Analysis

Investigations

Report Writing

Interview & Interrogation

Security & Risk Management

Professional Experience

OFFICE OF THE SPECIAL COMMISSIONER OF INVESTIGATION

FOR THE NEW YORK CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, New York, NY

Confidential Investigator, February 2018 - March 2020

Conducted confidential and sensitive investigations concerning corruption, criminal activity, unethical conduct, and other misconduct within New York City School System by officials, employees, contractors, and vendors doing business with New York City Department of Education. Misconduct identified as falsifying records, allegations of drug use and inappropriate relationships, e.g.

Interviewed subjects and witnesses including child victims of sexual assault, as well as examined/analyzed records and documents.

Maintained case records, prepared reports, briefs, and analyzed specific data gathered for the investigations.

Investigated Whistleblower cases conducted interviews, collecting documentation, and requested and prepared Duces Tecum subpoenas.

Prepared confidential reports on investigations and made recommendations for probable future investigations or legal action.

OFFICE OF THE ESSEX COUNTY PROSECUTOR, Newark, NJ 1992 – 2017

Lieutenant, Adult trial section, 2015 – 2017

Led 30 Detectives in successful operational objectives including case assignments, confirmed that all sub native reports were received and turned over for reciprocal discovery, coordinated advanced security details, issued daily directives, performed bi-weekly audit of detectives’ cases utilizing case tracking/evidence system, conducted weekly case review meetings with Detectives and Assistant Prosecutors. Supervised and directed investigations, prepared administrative reports, organized security details, and provided security accompaniment to court for victims/witnesses and Prosecutors in high profile cases that media outlets covered. Compiled, prepared, and submitted statistical analysis monthly reports. Reviewed detectives’ training files to secure continuing training opportunities. Assigned staff training. After a comprehensive SWOT analysis of the unit, determined that corrective action taken in specific areas would increase trial convictions, resulting in a 15% increase from 35% to 50%.

Evaluated staff performance by providing constructive performance reviews and applied disciplinary action where necessary to enforce department standards.

Created new procedures to ensure the department complied with external government agency regulations, resulting in positive reviews of the department.

Assembled and organized classified information for ongoing investigations and implemented strategic operations that led to efficient surveillance and criminal recovery operations.

Provided an intricate level of support to government agencies, public and private organizations, which led to successful retention and recovery of assets, goods, and the termination service of fraud cases.

Developed additional policies and procedures to protect the department’s integrity and made ethical decisions that promoted a positive public image.

Collaborated with Federal Bureau of Investigation, local Police, Fire, and EMS organizations regarding criminal complaints and provided prompt resolutions and resources for investigations.

Lieutenant, juvenile unit, 2014-2015

Led 6 Detectives in successful operational objectives including assigning cases for additional investigation, confirmed that all sub native reports were received and turned over for reciprocal discovery, coordinated advanced security details, issued daily directives, performed bi-weekly audit of detectives’ cases utilizing case tracking/evidence system, conducted weekly case review meetings with Detectives’ and Assistant Prosecutors. Supervised, directed investigations, and prepared administrative reports, organized security details, provided security accompaniment to court for victims/witnesses and Prosecutors in high profile cases that were covered by media outlets. Compiled, prepared, and submitted statistical analysis monthly reports. Reviewed detectives’ training files to secure continuing training opportunities. Assigned staff training. After conducting a comprehensive SWOT analysis, determined that corrective action taken in specific areas would increase case productivity; resulted in a 10% increase from 40 % to 50%.

Evaluated staff performance by providing constructive performance reviews and applied corrective action where necessary to enforce department standards.

Managed time sensitive cases with juveniles and ensured all officers in the unit were current on juvenile interaction laws and procedures to protect the individual and county’s reputation.

Lieutenant, Domestic Violence Unit, 2013 – 2014

Led 4 Detectives in successful operational objectives including assigning case for additional investigation, confirmed that all sub native reports were received and turned over for reciprocal discovery, coordinated advanced security details, issued daily directives, performed bi-weekly audit of detectives’ cases utilizing case tracking/evidence system, conducted weekly case review meetings with Detective and Assistant Prosecutors. Supervised security assignments and prepared security reports provided security accompaniment to court for victims/witnesses and Prosecutors in high profile cases that were covered by media outlets. Compiled, prepared, and submitted statistical analysis monthly reports. Reviewed detectives’ training files to secure continuing training opportunities for staff development. Assigned staff training. After a comprehensive SWOT analysis, determined that corrective action taken in specific areas increased case productivity resulting in a 10% increase from 45 % to 55%.

Evaluated staff performance by providing constructive performance reviews and applied corrective action where necessary to enforce department standards.

Conducted multifaceted investigations to apprehend wanted criminals and protected victims/witnesses involved in trial preparation for

grand jury testimony, hearings, trials, confirmed and disseminated intelligence dossier.

Streamlined all aspects of investigations including field visits operations, issuing, and serving subpoenas, background checks and trial preparation reports for prosecution.

Lieutenant, Financial Crimes Unit, 2012 – 2013

Led 6 Detectives in successful operational objectives including assigning cases for additional investigation, confirmed that all sub native reports were received and turned over for reciprocal discovery, coordinated advanced security details, issued daily directives, performed bi-weekly audit of detectives’ cases utilizing case tracking/evidence system, conducted weekly case review meetings with Detectives and Assistant Prosecutors. Supervised assignments, prepared security reports, provided security accompaniment to court for victims and Prosecutors in high profile cases that were covered by media outlets. Compiled, prepared, and submitted statistical analysis monthly reports. Reviewed detectives training files to secure continuing training opportunities. Assigned staff training. After a comprehensive SWOT analysis, of the unit determined that corrective action taken in specific areas listed below increased case productivity resulting in a 10% increase from 25% to 35%.

Evaluated staff performance by providing constructive performance reviews and applied corrective action where necessary to enforce

department standards.

Directed complex operations for allegations and investigations; collaborated with prosecutors, detectives, and external organizations,

which led to successful recovery of financial assets, and arrest and prosecution of financial criminals.

Prepared and implemented joint investigations to eliminate corruption and economic crimes, which led to monetary recovery of

hundreds of thousands of dollars and prevented additional fraudulent activities.

Built successful teams that investigated credit card theft, check forgery, identity theft, grand theft, real estate fraud, elder financial abuse, and embezzlement.

Educated detectives on court processes including testifying techniques, which led to multiple successful prosecutions.

County Detective, Multiple Positions, 2002– 2011

Effectively served in multiple units e.g., Adult Trial Section, Intelligence/Gang Investigation Unit, Homicide Unit, and Special Prosecution Unit, which led to numerous prosecutions.

Presented community engagement seminars for Essex County Prosecutor Community Justice Unit

Spearheaded advanced criminal investigative practices that utilized consistent methodologies to ensure case consistency, protected admissible evidence, and ensured qualifications as a subject matter expert.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

County Detective assigned/on loan to FBI Violent Crime, Fugitive Task Force, Office of Essex County Prosecutor, Newark, New Jersey. Apprehended wanted fugitives for violent crimes and other state and local crimes.

County Detective assigned to Complaint Bureau, Internal Affairs Unit, Office of Essex County Prosecutor, Newark, New Jersey. Investigated allegations of police misconduct, which could have led to criminal charges.

Legal Assistant, Office of Essex County Prosecutor, Newark, New Jersey. Assisted Assistant Prosecutors with preparing victims/witnesses for grand jury testimony and trial preparation, which included transportation, court accompaniment and referral to social services.

Education & Credentials

New Jersey Retired Police Officer Concealed Carry Permit Certification, New Jersey State Police, State of New Jersey- Current

Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act (HR-218-LEOSA) Concealed Carry Permit Certification, Nationwide - Current

Law Enforcement Officer Certification (LEO), Police Training Commission, State of New Jersey

New Jersey Armed Security Officer Certification, New Jersey State Police, SBI/SORA ID # 283201, State of New Jersey- Current

Department of Law and Public Safety, Police Training Commission, State of New Jersey, Fort Dix New Jersey

Essex County College Police Academy, Newark, New Jersey

Certificates

Active Shooter, Office of Essex County Prosecutor, Newark, New Jersey

FBI-CART Seizing & Handling Digital Evidence, Federal Bureau of Investigation, New Jersey

Postal Investigative Techniques, Essex County College Police Academy, Newark, New Jersey

Method of Instruction, Essex County College Police Academy, Newark, New Jersey

Finance and Money Laundering, Essex County College Police Academy, Newark, New Jersey

Search and Seizure, Essex County College Police Academy, Newark, New Jersey

Interview and Interrogation, Federal Bureau of Investigation, New Jersey

Advanced Criminal Investigation, U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigations, Newark, New Jersey

Coaching: A Critical Skill for Field Training Officers, Essex County College Police Academy, Newark, New Jersey

HIDTA Conquering the Challenges of Modern Police Supervision, Essex County College Police Academy, Newark, New Jersey

Felony Investigations Criminal Procedural Law, Essex County College Police Academy, Newark, New Jersey

High Impact Supervision, Rutgers University Police Department, New Brunswick, New Jersey

Kevin Mitnick Security Awareness Training, Essex County Prosecutors Office, Newark, New Jersey

Impartial Police & Implicit Bias Training, for Supervising Fair, Impartial, and Effective Policing, Leroy Smith Public Safety Building, Newark, New Jersey

Medico-Legal Investigations of Death & Assault Seminar, Essex County College Police Academy, Newark, New Jersey

Firearms Training and Qualifications, Essex County Prosecutors Office, Heckler & Koch P7 9mm Handgun, Smith & Wesson .12 Gauge Shotgun, MP 5, Beretta Cougar 9mm Handgun, Glock 9mm, Newark, New Jersey.

Train-the-Trainer Conference: Building a Community Wide Response to Elder Abuse, Victim Services, Newark, New Jersey

Advanced Interview Techniques- Specialized Knowledge, New York/New Jersey Chapter, Association of Inspectors Generals of New York, NY

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