Agenda Item 3A - Appt. of Police ChiefCITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH
CITY COMMISSION MEETING
STAFF REPORT
AGENDA ITEM #3A
NOVEMBER 24, 2014
AGENDA ITEM: Appointment of J. Michael Deal to the Director of Public Safety/Police Chief
position.
SUBMITTED BY: Nelson VanLiere, City Manager
DATE: October 29, 2014
BACKGROUND: Section 2-41 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Atlantic Beach states, in
relevant part:
BUDGET:
The City Manager, or any other qualified person as provided herein, shall be the
Director of Public Safety, under whose supervision there shall be a Police Department
and a Fire Department.
(1) In the event the City Manager desires to appoint a Director of Public Safety, the
Director of Public Safety shall be appointed and removed by the City Manager,
subject to the approval of the City Commission. The Director of Public Safety
shall be compensated as determined by the City Manager.
With the resignation of the prior Police Chief, the City Manager advertised for a
Director of Public Safety/Police Chief in several relevant publications, which closed
on October 22, 2014. Forty-nine applications were received and four qualified
candidates were interviewed. After a second interview, reference checks and
background checks were completed. The top candidate, J. Michael Deal, was offered
the position at $100,621, subject to approval by the Commission.
The offered amount is within the Fiscal Year 2015 approved budget.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the appointment of J. Michael Deal as the new Director of Public
Safety/Police Chief for the City of Atlantic Beach.
ATTACHMENTS: Application/Resume ofJ. Michael Deal
October 15, 2014
J. Michael Deal
486 S. Pressview Avenue
Longwood, Florida 32750
msssdeal@gmail.com
(321) 246-0782
Catherine Berry, Human Resource Director
City of Atlantic Beach
800 Seminole Road
Atlantic Beach, Florida 32233
Dear Ms. Berry:
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I completed the on-line general application for the Atlantic Beach Director of
Public Safety position. I am also submitting my Cover Letter and Resume for your
review and consideration.
I have over 30 years oflaw enforcement experience here in the State of Florida
with the Altamonte Springs Police Department. I have experience in leading every
area of municipal policing to include operations, community policing, criminal
investigations, and management support which includes budget, training,
accreditation, internal affairs, and labor relations. For the past 15 years I have
served as the Deputy Chief of Police. I also served as the Interim Chief of Police
for 7 months. I have a Master's Degree in Criminal Justice; a Bachelor's Degree
in Public Administration, and I am also a graduate of the FBI National Academy.
As a leader, my ability to build positive partnerships fostering strong community
support and public trust will be an asset to the City of Atlantic Beach. I have
significant experience and I embrace a community-oriented and intelligence-led
policing philosophy where communication and transparency are vital to survival
and success in public service.
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I am a proven leader with demonstrated enthusiasm and passion towards law
enforcement and public safety. I believe in value-driven leadership that places
integrity first. My proven ability to work cohesively with a City Manager,
Department Directors, and other law enforcement administrators will make me a
valuable member of your team.
Working for the City of Atlantic Beach is an exciting and wonderful opportunity. I
look forward to continuing in this vety important selection process, and can be
reached anytime at the number or email provided above.
Sincerely,
J. Michael Deal
J. Michael Deal
486 S. Pressview Avenue
Longwood, Florida 32750
c (321) 246-0782
msssdeal@gmail.com
Summary
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Thirty-two (32) years oflaw enforcement experience with the Altamonte Springs Police Department.
The Altamonte Springs Police Department is a state accredited agency staffed by one hundred-three
(103) sworn officers and eighteen (18) civilian employees, with an operating budget of over ten (10)
million dollars. The City of Altamonte Springs has 44,000 residents and a daily service population
in excess of 100,000.
Member of the Department's Command Staff for eighteen (18) years. Proven ability to lead a
highly-productive and cohesive work force, focusing on community and problem-solving policing.
Committed to fair and ethical leadership with the skills needed to foster trust and respect among
community leaders, residents, and employees.
Education
Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice, University of Central Florida 2003
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Public Administration, University of Central Florida 2001
FBI National Academy-199 1h Session, Quantico, Virginia 1999
Chiefs Executive Seminar-Class 24, Florida Criminal Justice Executive Institute 1999
Experience
Deputy Chief of Police 1999 ~ Present
Second in command of the Altamonte Springs Police Department. Assists the Chief of Police in
the development and administration of all law enforcement and crime prevention/community-
oriented policing programs, as well as, long-term planning and general administration of the entire
department. Establish policies, procedures and programs that are compliant with CF A standards
and designed to meet public and citizen needs.
Operations Support Bureau 2008 -2010
Responsible for the Department's Community Policing Section, Personnel Services, Budget,
Internal Affairs, Training, Records, Accreditation, and Emergency Management. Achieved re-
accreditation, oversaw major internal investigations, improved hiring process, reduced personnel
and operating costs. Establish an operational budget and oversee expenditures to ensure
department stays within budget and follows proper procedures and approvals for expenditures.
J. Michael Deal
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Operations Bureau 2003 -2008
Responsible for overseeing the Patrol, Special Operations, and Investigations Divisions. Improved
ComStat process, established crime reduction initiatives, implementation of Tasers, and developed
policing plan for Uptown Altamonte (Central Business District).
Investigations Bureau 2002 -2003
Responsible for the Climinal and Special Investigations Divisions, which includes all criminal
investigations, as well as, vice and narcotic investigations, crime scene, property & evidence, and
crime analysis. Improved the clearance rate of assigned cases and accountability in the Property &
Evidence Facility.
Special Operations Bureau 1999-2002
Responsible for overseeing the Traffic Division, Street Crimes Unit, K~9, Marine Patrol, and
Special Events. In charge of police operations at all special events to include large scale events
such as the Annual Red, Hot & Boom event that draws in excess of 100,000 people. Conducting
site security assessments to identify threats, vulnerabilities and protective countermeasures to
make our sites more secure.
Commander -Investigations Bureau
Lieutenant-Criminal Investigations
Sergeant -Patrol and Ready Response
Patrol Officer -Patrol and Traffic Divisions
Key Accomplishments
1995-1999
1993-1995
1987-1993
1981-1987
• Led the agency's efforts to obtain its 5th Reaccreditation from the Commission for Florida Law
Enforcement Accreditation. The Altamonte Springs Police Department is the first municipal
police department in Seminole County and one of just a few law enforcement agencies in the State
of Florida to be recognized as an Excelsior Agency. (2013)
• Served as the Deputy Chief and/or Incident Commander in charge of all police operations at the
City's annual 3rd of July event at Cranes Roost Park. An estimated 100,000 to 150,000 people
attend this annual event. (2003 -2013) Oversaw the implementation of significant security
changes due to the Boston Marathon Incident. (2013)
• Served as Interim Chief of Police for the City of Altamonte Springs from November 1, 2011 to
April 30, 2012. Was not selected as the permanent Chief of Police due to being in the DROP and
impending retirement.
• An independent survey conducted by Kerr & Downs Research for the City of Altamonte Springs
showed 96% of the respondents feel safe in their homes and 97% feel safe while shopping in the
City of Altamonte Springs. (2012)
• Re-structured the department from five (5) divisions to four (4) in an effort to stream~line
operations and improve internal communication. (2012)
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• Developed a Public Information Officer (PIO) position to market the Police Department to
improve community outreach and infonnation through the media as well social networking sites.
(2012)
• Created the slogan "Honor the Badge" for department personnel. This was done to encourage
every member of this organization to recognize the badge as a reflection of public trust; and to
honor the badge by serving our community with the highest level of professionalism, respect,
integrity, dedication, and excellence. (2012)
• Established a Victim's Assistance Program to be coordinated by the Court Liaison. The purpose
of this program is to follow up with crime victims after their case is investigated and to give them a
point of contact to assist them with questions regarding the criminal justice process and what to
expect as their case progresses through the system. (20 11)
• Instrumental in the Police Department's effotts to reduce costs and operate more efficiently. As a
result of this effort, a plan was developed and approved which reduced costs in personnel,
operating and capital expenditures exceeding $800,000.00 over a three (3) year period. (2008)
• Initiated a department-wide response to reduce crime in the Nmthlake area. As a result, the total
number of reported crimes in the Northlake area decreased from 150 to 84, a reduction of 65%.
Major crimes such as robbery, burglary, and auto theft decreased from 43 to 29. (2006)
• Initiated strategies to reduce crime and calls for service at the Remington Inn & Suites. Calls for
service at this hotel were three times higher than the next highest hotel in our City. A
comprehensive list of strategies and recommendations were developed, and monthly meetings
were held with the owner to monitor and evaluate the strategy. A 73% reduction in crime and 30%
reduction in calls for service at this location were documented six months after implementation of
strategies. (2006)
• Instrumental in the development of our Policing Plan for the Uptown Altamonte area. The Plan
addressed patrol, traffic, and event staffing needs for the 25-acre mixed-use development
showcasing Cranes Roost Park and more than 40 annual events. (2005)
• Enhanced the Department's ComStat process to address crime, repeat calls for service, and quality
of life issues. Current crime analysis and intelligence information was enhanced to include the
latest crime reporting and mapping software. Officer responsibility and ownership of specific areas
of concern and problem solving increased. Managerial participation and accountability was
brought to a higher level in all areas of the department. (2003)
• Improved the productivity of the Criminal Investigations Section by changing how cases are
assigned. Clearance rates for part-one crimes improved from 13% in 2001 to 29% in 2003. The
clearance rate has continued to rise to 37% in 2006 and 41% in2008. (2003)
• Trained and accomplished Forensic Artist. Completed hundreds of composite drawings with many
leading to the identification and arrest of violent perpetrators. Successfully completed facial
reconstructions of unidentified skulls in an effort to identify the identity of the deceased. (1985 -
present)
J. Michael Deal
Professional Associations and Committees
Past President of the Central Florida Criminal Justice Association
Member of the Florida Police Chiefs Association
Member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police
Member ofUCF Public Administration Advisory Board
Member of the FBI National Academy Associates
Member of the Florida Criminal Justice Executive Institute Associates
Member of the International Association for Identification (IAI)
Past Chairperson of the IAI Forensic Art Subcommittee
Member of the City's Information Technology Governance Cothmittee (ITGC)
Member of the Seminole County Youth Commission
Salary History
Deputy Chief of Police $80,000-$110,000
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References
Danny Banks
Special Agent in Charge
FDLE-Orlando Regional Operations Center
(407) 540-3804
SheriffDonald F. Eslinger
Seminole County Sheriff's Office
(407) 665-6635
Chief Deputy Steve Harriett
Seminole County Sheriff's Office
Office (407) 665-6699
Cell ( 407) 468-1772
William A. Liquori
Chief of Police (Retired)
(407) 256-3673
Franklin W. Martz, II
City Manager
City of Altamonte Springs, Florida
(407) 571-8031
Chief Michael J. McCoy
Altamonte Springs Police Department
Office ( 407) 571-8191
Cell (407) 466-5636
Chief Robert C. Merchant, Jr.
Canton Police Department
(321) 246-0778
Chief Paul Rooney (Retired)
Orlando Police Department
(321) 246-2401
ChiefKeith Touchberry
Fellsmere Police Department
Cell (772) 913-1979
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Leadership Training
FPCA -Advanced Future Law Enforcement Executive Training
FBI National Academy Session 199
Chiefs Executive Seminar Class 24
Managing the Accreditation Process
Internal Affairs
Innovation in Government
Criminal Justice Executive fustitute Conference
Seven Habits for Highly Effective Law Enforcement
Racial Profiling: Issues and Dilemmas
Bomb Squad Executive Management
Global Partnerships and Problem Solving
Criminal Justice Leadership Summit
High Impact Leadership for Progressive Law Enforcement
Survival Techniques for the Chief Executive
Integrity Leadership Seminar
Leadership Liability in Law Enforcement
Advance to the Top
Managing Criminal Investigations and Investigators
Principles of Police Management
Management of the FrO Program
Line Supervision
Emergency Management I ICS Training
EOC Management and Operations
Advanced Incident Command Systems
Incident Command for Expanding Incidents
Incident Command for Single Resources
National Response Plan
Introduction to Mitigation
Emergency Program Manager
Other Training
LEEP Terrorism Symposium
Scientific Study of Death
Homicide Investigation
White Collar Crime Investigation
Instructor Techniques
Criminal Drug Patrol Enforcement
High Risk Search Warrants
Police Stakeout and Surveillance Techniques
Hostage Negotiation & Recovery
Traffic Homicide Investigation
Law Enforcement Facial Sculpture Workshop
Forensic Art and Facial Reconstruction Training
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