Robert Metzner Jr
Lansdale
Summary
Dedicated police officer with the Philadelphia Police, skilled in criminal investigations and community engagement. Achieved significant crime reduction through proactive policing and effective conflict de-escalation. Known for integrity and strong relationship-building, fostering trust within diverse communities while ensuring public safety and efficient emergency response.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Philadelphia Police
04.2000 - 05.2025
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and community trust.
- Conducted thorough investigations to gather evidence and prepare case reports.
- Collaborated with community organizations to address local issues and enhance public relations.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, ensuring effective incident management and resolution.
- Provided mentorship to junior officers, fostering professional development and teamwork.
- Developed crime prevention strategies, improving neighborhood safety awareness initiatives.
- Analyzed crime trends using data-driven approaches to inform policing strategies and resource allocation.
- 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 emergency situations.
- 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.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Mentored junior officers on the importance of ethical behavior, accountability, and professionalism in their role as public servants.
- Developed strong rapport with local businesses owners to address concerns about crime or vandalism affecting their establishments.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to solve complex cases and apprehend dangerous criminals.
- Assisted in the development of crime prevention strategies, resulting in safer neighborhoods.
- Supported supervisors with administrative tasks such as scheduling shifts and managing equipment inventory, increasing department efficiency and organization.
- Implemented community outreach initiatives that strengthened partnerships between residents and local law enforcement agencies.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- 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.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Abraham Lincoln Highschool
Philadelphia, PASkills
- Report writing
- Integrity and honesty
- Conflict de-escalation
- Relationship building and management
- De-escalation techniques
- Patience and empathy
- Community engagement
- Criminal investigations
- Planning and coordination
- Emergency management
- Crisis intervention and deescalation
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Physical fitness
- Officer training
- Police reports
- Law enforcement
- Emergency response
- Mental resilience
- Cultural awareness
- Courtroom testimony
- Tactical driving
- Case management
- Court testimony
- Crime prevention strategies
- Risk mitigation
- Undercover operations
- Self-defense training
- Crime scene preservation
- Search and seizure laws
- Crime prevention
- Safety improvements
- Defensive tactics training
- Search and seizure procedures
- Special task forces
- Surveillance
- Evidence collection protocols
- Traffic laws
- Traffic control
- Domestic violence prevention
- Crime scene processing
- Traffic direction
- Prosecution support
- Drug laws enforcement
- Drug enforcement
- Firearms proficiency
- Tactical policing
- Surveillance and covert operations
- Defensive driving training
- CPR/First aid certified
- Patrol
- Arrest and detention
- Crime reduction
- Patrol procedures
- Critical thinking
- First aid
Timeline
Police Officer
Philadelphia Police
04.2000 - 05.2025
High School Diploma -
Abraham Lincoln Highschool