Antonio Valdes

Experienced law enforcement professional with 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in patrol operations, criminal and narcotics investigations, undercover operations, tactical response, supervision, task force leadership, and officer training. Career progression includes Patrolman, Special Undercover Agent, Special Agent Supervisor, Deputy Director, and Sergeant. Extensive experience with state and federal investigations, search and seizure warrants, federal warrants, financial seizures, interviews and interrogations, investigative report writing, prosecution, courtroom testimony, and interagency operations.

Certified instructor in multiple law enforcement disciplines and qualified and authorized to instruct CQB and small-team movements. Recipient of seven commendations from the Illinois MEG Directors & Task Force Commanders Association.

Sergeant — Patrol Unit at ROCK ISLAND COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE (2023-10 – Present)

• Supervise patrol personnel and provide operational leadership during daily operations, calls for service, and critical incidents.
• Provide direction and oversight to officers during routine, complex, and high-priority incidents.
• Review reports and documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with department procedures.
• Assist with criminal investigations, emergency response, and critical incident management.
• Train, mentor, and develop officers in law enforcement procedures, operational practices, and professional standards.
• Coordinate personnel and resources during critical incidents and high-priority calls.

Patrolman — 2nd Shift Patrol Division at ROCK ISLAND COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE (2015-03 – 2019-10)

• Conducted patrol operations, criminal investigations, interviews, and interrogations.
• Prepared detailed investigative reports and case documentation for state and federal proceedings.
• Assisted with preparation and execution of search warrants, seizure warrants, and federal warrants.
• Gathered, documented, and preserved evidence and investigative information.
• Worked with prosecutors and other agencies to prepare cases for prosecution.
• Provided courtroom testimony regarding investigative activities, evidence, arrests, and case findings.
• Collaborated with local, state, and federal law enforcement partners during investigations and emergency operations.

Deputy Director at QUAD CITY METROPOLITAN ENFORCEMENT GROUP (QCMEG) DRUG TASK FORCE (2022-04 – 2023-10)

• Provided leadership, supervision, and operational coordination for a multi-agency narcotics task force.
• Provided oversight to personnel conducting complex narcotics investigations and enforcement operations.
• Assisted with investigative planning, operational coordination, personnel development, and training.
• Coordinated investigative activities with local, state, and federal partner agencies.
• Assisted with state and federal investigative and enforcement matters.
• Worked with prosecutors throughout investigative and prosecution processes.

Special Agent Supervisor at QUAD CITY METROPOLITAN ENFORCEMENT GROUP (QCMEG) DRUG TASK FORCE (2021-10 – 2022-04)

• Supervised special agents conducting complex narcotics investigations and enforcement operations.
• Provided investigative guidance, case oversight, and operational direction to assigned personnel.
• Reviewed investigative reports and case documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Assisted with case development, warrant preparation, investigative strategy, and prosecution.
• Conducted and participated in interviews and interrogations.
• Assisted with search warrants, seizure warrants, and federal warrants.
• Coordinated investigations with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.
• Assisted prosecutors with case preparation and courtroom proceedings.

Special Undercover Agent at QUAD CITY METROPOLITAN ENFORCEMENT GROUP (QCMEG) DRUG TASK FORCE (2019-10 – 2021-10)

• Conducted undercover narcotics investigations and developed complex criminal cases.
• Conducted interviews and interrogations during criminal investigations.
• Prepared state and federal investigative reports and supporting case documentation.
• Conducted and participated in search warrant and seizure warrant operations.
• Assisted with financial investigations involving seizure warrants for bank accounts and financial assets.
• Assisted with federal warrant operations and coordinated investigative activities with partner agencies.
• Worked with prosecutors in preparing cases for prosecution and courtroom proceedings.
• Provided courtroom testimony regarding investigative activities, evidence, and case findings.

Assistant Team Leader at ROCK ISLAND COUNTY EMERGENCY SERVICE TEAM (EST) (2020 – Present)

• Participate in specialized tactical operations and emergency response activities.
• Assist with tactical planning, team preparation, and operational coordination.
• Provide leadership and guidance during training and operational activities.
• Participate in responses to high-risk incidents requiring specialized tactical capabilities.

Tactical Operator at ROCK ISLAND COUNTY EMERGENCY SERVICE TEAM (EST) (2017 – Present)

• Participate in specialized tactical operations and emergency response activities.
• Assist with tactical planning, team preparation, and operational coordination.
• Provide leadership and guidance during training and operational activities.
• Participate in responses to high-risk incidents requiring specialized tactical capabilities.

Tactical Operator at ILLINOIS LAW ENFORCEMENT ALARM SYSTEM (ILEAS) REGION 6/7 SRT (2017 – Present)

• Participate in regional specialized response operations involving high-risk incidents.
• Work with law enforcement personnel from multiple agencies during tactical operations.
• Maintain operational readiness through specialized training and skills development.

Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice — Emphasis in Psychology – Roosevelt University (2011 – 2013)

Associate of Science – Carl Sandburg College (2008 – 2010)

Police Academy – University of Illinois (2015 – 2015)