Jonathan Burgess Jr
Arlington
Summary
Law enforcement professional with the Arlington County Police Department since April 2018, bringing over 7 years of experience in patrol, tactical operations, and crisis response. Completed 3 years of day shift patrol, developing expertise in crisis management, tactical surveillance, and high-judgment decision making. Trained in de-escalation, Gracie Survival Tactics (jiu jitsu-based defensive tactics), patrol rifle certification, and tactical surveillance operations. Proven leader in community engagement, having organized and led public safety initiatives including the First Responder Basketball Camp in collaboration with the Arlington County Police, Fire, and Sheriff's Office. Recognized for professionalism, discretion, and the ability to operate effectively under pressure while strengthening community trust.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer, Corporal
Arlington County Police Department
04.2018 - Current
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12-2015
Skills
- Crisis communications and de-escalation (CIT trained)
- Tactical operations and protective intelligence
- Tactical surveillance and counter-surveillance
- Risk assessment and threat mitigation
- Defensive tactics (Gracie Survival Tactics, jiu jitsu)
- Patrol rifle certified
- CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) – Basic & Advanced Certified
- CRASE (Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events) Certified
- Community engagement and program development
- High-judgment decision making and confidentiality
Websites
Certification
- Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) – De-escalation and mental health crisis response
- ALERRT (Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training) – Active shooter response and tactical coordination
- CRASE (Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events) – Completed certification course
- CPTED Certification – Basic and Advanced Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design, facility security and proactive risk reduction
- Gracie Survival Tactics (jiu jitsu-based defensive tactics)
- Patrol rifle certified
- Tactical Surveillance Training – Two-day course in surveillance and counter-surveillance operations
Timeline
Police Officer, Corporal
Arlington County Police Department
04.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Liberty University
Experience Highlights
- Over 7 years with Arlington County Police Department, including 3 years of day shift patrol, handling high-volume calls for service with professionalism and sound judgment.
- Conducted operations requiring discretion, tactical awareness, and coordinated teamwork to ensure safety in dynamic situations.
- Facilitated training assignments to develop officer readiness in crisis response, tactical scenarios, and defensive tactics.
- Organized and led community meetings, building partnerships that resulted in the creation of the First Responder Basketball Camp, a collaborative initiative with Police, Fire, and Sheriff's Office.
- Applied problem-focused strategies to anticipate and neutralize threats before escalation, enhancing officer and civilian safety.
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