{"id":143,"date":"2021-02-22T16:07:52","date_gmt":"2021-02-22T21:07:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mbi-police.net\/?page_id=143"},"modified":"2026-01-12T10:48:53","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T14:48:53","slug":"director-of-mbi","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mbi-police.net\/?page_id=143","title":{"rendered":"Director of MBI"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

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Jose A. Ramirez was selected as the Director of the Metropolitan Bureau of Investigation (MBI) by the MBI Governing Board and assumed the duties of Director on December 1, 2025.<\/p>\r\n

Director Ramirez brings more than 30 years of law enforcement experience to MBI, including leadership roles with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), as well as his prior service with the Orange County Sheriff\u2019s Office (OCSO) and the Puerto Rico Police Department (PRPD).<\/p>\r\n

His career has included assignments in criminal investigations, narcotics enforcement, organized crime, intelligence operations, human trafficking investigations, and public corruption, along with supervisory and command responsibilities supporting personnel, operations, and inter-agency coordination. Throughout his service, Director Ramirez has worked alongside local, state, and federal partners on complex, intelligence-driven investigations and critical incident responses, reinforcing the importance of collaboration in addressing multi-jurisdictional crime.<\/p>\r\n

Director Ramirez holds a master\u2019s degree in criminal justice management \/ law enforcement agency administration and has completed advanced education and specialized training in leadership, investigations, and public safety administration. He has also served as an adjunct professor and instructor for more than ten years, contributing to the development of future criminal justice professionals and leaders.<\/p>\r\n

As Director, Jose A. Ramirez is committed to supporting MBI personnel, strengthening partnerships, and ensuring the agency continues to serve the community with integrity, perseverance, and investigative excellence.<\/p>\r\n

Director\u2019s Message<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

It is a privilege to serve alongside the dedicated professionals of the Metropolitan Bureau of Investigation.<\/p>\r\n

MBI\u2019s work is built on collaboration, integrity, and a shared commitment to public safety. By working closely with our local, state, and federal partners, we remain focused on addressing complex criminal activity and supporting the communities we serve with professionalism and respect.<\/p>\r\n

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Former Directors List<\/h1>\r\n

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