JESSICA COPPNEY
Boston
Summary
Dedicated Boston Police Sergeant Detective with 15 years of law enforcement experience. Proven leader skilled in managing complex investigations, supervising patrol operations, and ensuring compliance with departmental policies and community standards. Committed to fostering collaboration, strengthening community trust, and upholding the highest ethical standards of the Boston Police Department.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sergeant Detective - Internal Affairs Division
Boston Police Department
10.2024 - Current
- Lead complex investigations into allegations of misconduct and violations of Department Rules and Procedures involving department personnel.
- Conduct in-depth interviews, collect and analyze evidence, and prepare detailed investigative reports.
- Ensure investigations are thorough, objective, and compliant with legal standards and departmental policies.
- Collaborate with city agencies, legal counsel, and external oversight bodies to promote accountability and transparency.
Sergeant - Internal Affairs Division
Boston Police Department
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Conducted administrative investigations into officer conduct, use-of-force incidents, and citizen complaints.
- Monitored compliance with departmental policies and state POST requirements.
- Maintained strict confidentiality and impartiality throughout investigations.
- Supported departmental integrity initiatives and contributed to policy reviews and recommendations for improved practices.
Sergeant
Boston Police Department
04.2022 - 03.2024
- Patrol supervisor in A7
- Supervise officers in the field providing guidance through various calls for service
- Oversee patrol activities to ensure the preservation of life and property
- Crime scene management
- Conduct formal and informal performance evaluations to identify strengths and areas of improvement. Providing constructive feedback as necessary
- Enforce policies and procedures of the Boston Police Department
- Ensure subordinate's compliance with the laws and the values of the Boston Police Department
- Review subordinates written reports, ensuring all information is complete and accurate
- Work to resolve disputes between department personnel, as well as complaints and concerns from members of the community
Police Officer
Boston Police Department
12.2010 - 04.2022
- Worked in various districts throughout the city of Boston, fielding calls for service and interacting with members of the community
- Proper enforcement of all laws and ordinances and the effective delivery of police services
- Worked collaboratively with various stakeholders within the department and outside agencies, taking a holistic approach with intervention and prevention at the forefront
- Demonstrated sound judgement while under pressure to maintain the safety of people and property, crime prevention and the arrest and prosecution of violators of the law
- Developed written reports during and after police investigations based off of observations and witness interviews and presented them in criminal and civil court proceedings
Education
Master of Arts Degree - Criminal Justice
University of Massachusetts
Lowell, MA05.2018
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Communications & Media Studies
Northeastern University
Boston, MA05.2008
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Intergraph Software
- Mark43
- Criminal Justice Information Systems
- IAPro NextGen
Certification
- S.A.L.T. Training
- POST Certified
- Active Bystander for LEO
- Bias-Free Policing
- Female Enforcers
Timeline
Sergeant Detective - Internal Affairs Division
Boston Police Department
10.2024 - Current
Sergeant - Internal Affairs Division
Boston Police Department
03.2024 - 10.2024
Sergeant
Boston Police Department
04.2022 - 03.2024
Police Officer
Boston Police Department
12.2010 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Communications & Media Studies
Northeastern University
Master of Arts Degree - Criminal Justice
University of Massachusetts
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