Opinion ID: 2973584
Heading Depth: 3
Heading Rank: 2

Heading: Facts Related to Roberson

Text: For over ten years, Roberson, a black male, has been employed by the Department. He worked for the SWAT team from 1994 until 2004 with the exception of six months working for the uniform patrol division in 2000. In 2004, Roberson transferred to the gang unit and then to the narcotics unit. Since 1997, Roberson has held the rank of sergeant. In late 2000 or early 2001, Roberson participated in the Department’s process to gain promotion to lieutenant. Twenty-eight officers successfully completed the eligibility process and became eligible for promotion; six (21%) of these officers were black. Of the twenty-eight officers who became eligible for promotion, only nine actually received promotions, which took effect October 16, 2001. Three (33.3%) of the nine 2 promoted officers were black. Of the six black eligible officers, three (50%) were promoted. Of the twenty-two non-black eligible officers, six (27%) were promoted.