Chairman
Sergeant Ray De Jesus Jr
10/25/11 - 12/31/26
Sergeant De Jesus is a twenty-one year veteran of the North Miami Police Department. He is currently assigned to the Uniformed Patrol Section – Afternoon Shift as a Patrol Sergeant. Prior to this assignment he worked in the Uniformed Support Section - Traffic Unit as the D.U.I. Coordinator and a Traffic Homicide Reconstructionist for eighteen years. Sergeant De Jesus has been recognized as a subject matter expert in the field of speed enforcement, crash investigation and standardized field sobriety testing. Sergeant De Jesus is a certified Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) and DRE Instructor. Sergeant De Jesus is certified in the operation of all breath testing instruments as a Breath Testing Operator and Agency Inspector. Sergeant De Jesus is also a certified Police Instructor in Police Traffic Laser & Radar, CMS Vehicle Operations, and Police Motorcycle Operations.
Sergeant De Jesus has received numerous awards for his work as a traffic safety expert, including the State of Florida Traffic Officer of the Year, the State of Florida Drugged Officer the Year and the Mothers Against Drunk Driving Officer of the Year award. Sergeant De Jesus is a graduate of Union Institute & University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice and also a graduate of Miami Dade College with an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice. Sergeant De Jesus served in the United States Air Force as a Security Policeman and is a distinguished veteran of Operation Desert Storm.
Vice Chairman
Commander Sergio Ramirez
1/01/2024 - 12/31/26
Commander Sergio Ramirez joined the North Miami Police Department in November of 2013. Commander Ramirez began his career with NMPD as a Patrol Officer, primarily working on the Afternoon Shift. In March of 2017, he was assigned as a Detective in the General Investigations Unit. In April of 2019, he was promoted to the rank of Sergeant and was assigned to the Afternoon Shift of Uniform Patrol. In 2020, Sergeant Ramirez was assigned to the Office of Professional Compliance, where he served as an Internal Affairs Investigator, along with being a member of the department’s CFA Accreditation Team. In June of 2024, he was promoted to the rank of Police Commander and was assigned to the Midnight Shift of Uniform Patrol.
In addition to his primary responsibilities as a Shift Commander, Commander Ramirez also oversees the Department’s Canine Unit and the Reserve Officer Program. He also serves as a General and Firearms Instructor and as the department’s Mental Wellness Program’s liaison.
Commander Ramirez holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration from Florida International University. He is a Graduate of the 100th Southern Police Institute - Command Officer Development Course from the University of Louisville. He is also a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, serving from 2008 to 2012, during which time he deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
Secretary
Sgt. Karel Rodriguez
5/21/19-12/31/27
Member
Sergeant Roldan Baez
05/21/24-12/31/28
City Manager Designate
Jorge Norman
02/07/24 - cont.
Officer Norman has a Bachelor's of Science from Barry University. He started his career as a police communications operator and dispatcher. After two years he transitioned to the uniform patrol division and is part of the field force unit. He has received multiple accommodations and awards that include being officer of the month.
Chief Finanacial Officer
Angela Reyes
12/1/2023 -cont.
Personnel Director
Geralda Larkins
11/18/2025- cont.
ALTERNATES
Officer Kevin L. Warren, Alternate to De Jesus
1/1/21-12/31/26
Kevin L. Warren is a newly assigned Detective with the North Miami Police Department, Detective Bureau. Detective Warren has been employed with the North Miami Police Department for the last five years. He has been in law enforcement for a total nineteen years also serving with the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office in Charlotte, North, Carolina as a Corrections Officer and a Sworn Certified Deputy Sheriff.
Detective Warren obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Pfeiffer University and his Master’s Degree in Public Administration from Purdue Global University. Detective Warren currently is a certified Field Training Officer, certified UVA Drone Pilot, certified Blue Courage Instructor, APCO Institute with a certification as a C.A.L.E.A. (Commission Accreditation Law Enforcement Association) Manager, with the North Miami Police Department.Detective Warren was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. He is a longtime civil servant serving also in the capacity as a subway conductor with the New York City Transit Authority before his law enforcement career.
Commander Ernesto Reyes, Alternate to Ramirez
1/1/21-12/31/26
Sergeant Abraham Zuniga, Alternate to Rodriguez
05/21/24-12/31/27
Sergeant Yosbel Llerena, Alternate to Sergeant Roldan Baez
08/19/25- 12/31/28
Erica Carter, Alternate to City Manager Designate
2/7/2024-cont.
With nearly 17 years of service, Officer Carter brings a wealth of experience to the table. Currently assigned to the C.O.P.S unit, she is deeply committed to serving and protecting the community. Additionally, she proudly serves as a union representative, advocating for the rights and well-being of fellow officers.
Her journey as an alternate began with a desire to deepen understanding of the pension process. By immersing herself in this role, she aims to not only enhance her own knowledge but also to educate and empower others within the organization.
Marie Schafer, Alternate to CFO
11/2025 - cont.
Rebekah Harvard, Alternate to Personnel Director
11/2025 - cont.