AARON KERLEY
White Sands,NM
Summary
I am a highly motivated individual with a genuine drive to succeed. Also, I possess a wide array of varied skills in numerous areas that include: law enforcement, corporate security, and psychology. As a goal oriented individual, I constantly seek new challenges, and continue to strive to be an exemplary professional.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
- Excels in conflict management and skilled in strong verbal communication
- Experienced Law Enforcement Officer
- Possesses the ability to make split second decisions
- Skilled in various types of computer programs
- Works well with others in team based, goal oriented environment
- Functions well under stress to accomplish complicated tasks
- Focuses on refining training related to my career field
- Maintains strong knowledge of contemporary psychological research
- Possesses working knowledge of data collection and interpretation
- Thinks creatively in order to solve problematic issues
- Continually sets new goals to avoid stagnation
- Manages time effectively under strictly imposed guidelines
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Police Officer
Department Of Defense Army
White Sands Missile Range , NM
08.2024 - Current
- While serving as a Lead Police Officer for White Sands Missile Range, I have Developed and implemented strategies to reduce criminal activity.
- In addition, I have Conducted interviews with witnesses, victims, suspects, and informants.
- As a Lead Police Officer and FTO for the department, I Instructed fellow officers on proper use of force techniques according to departmental policy.
- During the normal course of duties, I Prepared detailed incident reports and maintained accurate records of police activities.
- Assisted in the supervision of subordinate officers and reviewed their reports for accuracy.
- Adjudicated traffic violations by issuing citations or warnings when appropriate.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement agencies on joint investigations.
- Responded to emergency calls for service promptly and efficiently.
- Supervised special operations such as search warrants, arrests, traffic stops.
- Reviewed evidence and documentation related to criminal cases.
- Interviewed witnesses and victims to determine critical details relevant to each case.
- Prepared, planned for and coordinated execution of support missions to aid deployed forces and individuals.
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and compliance.
Day Trader/Cryptid Trading
Company Owner
Midland, TX
09.2020 - Current
- As the owner and operator of Cryptid Trading, I buy and sell securities on a daily basis. Also, I practice swing trading during times of market stagnation.
- Being involved in day trading has greatly expanded my knowledge of market mechanics while allowing me to become financially independent.
- During my time as an entrepreneur, I have honed my discipline, patience, and consistency as no day is ever quite the same.
Security-Midland Technical Security Support
OCCIDENTAL PETROLEUM CORP, OXY
Midland, TX
03.2018 - 08.2020
- As a member of the Oxy Security Team, my primary mission is to ensure that all employees of Oxy have a safe and productive working environment by the proper implementation of the Department's goals.
- In addition, I work collaboratively with others to incorporate applicable laws, guidelines, and procedures.
- While working for Oxy, I have had the opportunity to apply the skills learned in my public service to the private sector.
- Developing a functional way to mitigate the loss of company assets, which included both intellectual property and other proprietary information, is a constant in my position.
- During my time in corporate security, I have had the chance to work with state of the art surveillance equipment.
- Also, as part of the bulk of my responsibilities, I assess, report, and investigate security events and/or illicit activities within the company.
Police Officer
MIDLAND COLLEGE
Midland, TX
02.2015 - 01.2018
- As a police officer for Midland College, I had the responsibility of maintaining a safe environment for all those on campus.
- Negotiating in a creative and positive manner comprised much of what I did on a daily basis as a campus police officer.
- As an officer, I placed a great amount of weight on ethical, sound decision making.
- I was in charge of maintaining and managing the department's sex offender database.
- After being nominated by my Lieutenant, I attended and completed the training to become a certified field training officer.
- As part of one of my personal initiates, I took on the arduous task of creating MCPD's first tactical team.
- I constantly sought to improve my skills as an officer while still remaining focused on the myriad of tasks that I was faced with from day to day.
Safety Coordinator/Assistant Electrician
DURATANK
Midland, Tx
08.2014 - 01.2015
- While employed at Duratank, I was introduced to the world of Oil production as well as the storage and transport aspects of the occupation.
- During my time at Duratank, I planned and implemented the companies first HSE program.
- Also, as part of my duties, I assisted the electrical department with projects in the field.
- Working at Duratank gave me the opportunity to learn the value of coordinating with a multitude of other departments to accomplish a singular company objective.
- Finally, my time at Duratank allowed me to become very familiar with the processes involved in the production side of the Oil/Gas industry.
Police Officer
MIDLAND POLICE DEPARTMENT
Midland, Tx
07.2008 - 06.2014
- My duties at Midland PD encompassed a wide variety of tasks that included everything from a simple private property accident to a disturbance with weapons.
- As a motivated officer, I continually sought to improve the quality of the lives of those in my community by specifically targeting areas of high crime.
- It was always a matter of principle to me to arrive to work every day with the right attitude so that my performance was always at my personal best.
- Interacting with all facets of the public allowed me to become an articulate negotiator, even in stressful situations.
- Never routine in its nature, I found that being able to adapt to any given situation or new department policy was key to being an overall successful officer.
- The time spent at Midland PD was invaluable to my experience level as a law enforcement professional.
Teacher
ECTOR COUNTY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Odessa, Tx
07.2007 - 04.2008
- I had the challenge of instructing an ever changing number of students who had been sent to the school as a disciplinary action.
- While working at the Alternative Center, I learned the critical skill of verbal conflict resolution.
- I also became skilled at maintaining a professional appearance while appropriately responding to the negative behavior of very troubled students.
- Teaching at the Alternative Center broadened my perspective, and really gave me the desire to want to contribute that much more to my community.
Courier
FEDERAL EXPRESS
Midland, Tx
03.2006 - 10.2006
- Although this position had little to do with my degree choice, I benefited by learning to prioritize and multi-task in a stressful environment.
- Time management skills were essential for a limited delivery schedule.
- As a new courier, my routes and deliveries were often changed; therefore, flexibility was a valued asset.
- I knew that in order to progress to my ultimate goal of working in law enforcement I had to transition to a new opportunity.
Assistant Electrician
PERRY ELECTRIC
Odessa, Tx
12.1997 - 01.2003
- Working at Perry Electric taught me the value of hard work as well as how to be a team player.
- This particular position taught me have the steadfastness to persevere through any difficulty.
- During my time at the company, I often worked at physically grueling tasks in adverse conditions which fostered a mental toughness that would stay with me indefinitely.
Education
Master of Arts -
The University of Texas of The Permian Basin
Odessa, TX2008
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Applied Research Psychology
University of Texas of the Permian Basin
Odessa, Tx2004
Skills
- Extremely familiar with Police Patrol procedures
- CPR and first aid certification
- MS Word, Excell, and Outlook
- Familiar with Texas Penal Code
- Conservation Law Enforcement Principles
- knowledge of the Texas Judicial Process
- Familiar with resource management
- Skill in completing Various types of reports
- Statistical program proficiency
- Tactical driving techniques and procedures
- Vast knowledge of various weapons systems
- Understanding psychological assessments
- Crime prevention strategies
- Evidence collection and evaluation
- Conflict resolution skills
- Problem-solving expertise
- Skilled in making decisions in LE setting
- Radar speed measurement techniques
- Calmness under pressure
- Knowledge of felony laws
- Drug law enforcement
Affiliations
Texas Commission on Law Enforcement certified Peace Officer
Member, MMPOA(2008-Current)
Member, University of Texas Alumni Association(2004-Current)
Certification
Certified Law Enforcement Officer in the state of Texas-Dec 2008
Graduate of the PBLEA/Midland Police Dept. SWAT School-June 2011
Completed certification in the Intermediate Crime Scene Course-March 2015 Completed Field Training Officer Course-June 2015
Additional Information
- Recipient of the PBLEA(Permian Basin Law Enforcement) fitness award for my academy(81st)
- Awarded the PBLEA(Permian Basin Law Enforcement) sharpshooter-(Overall Best Firearms Score) for my academy(81st)
- Recipient of an academic scholarship from the Abell Hanger Foundation
- Black Belt in Taekwondo
- Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America Vigil Member in the Order of the Arrow(Boy Scouts of America)
- 3rd Student Grade in the Martial Art of Wing Tsun
- President's Honor List for the following semesters: Spring 2003, Summer 2003, and Spring 2004
Timeline
Lead Police Officer
Department Of Defense Army
08.2024 - Current
Day Trader/Cryptid Trading
Company Owner
09.2020 - Current
Security-Midland Technical Security Support
OCCIDENTAL PETROLEUM CORP, OXY
03.2018 - 08.2020
Police Officer
MIDLAND COLLEGE
02.2015 - 01.2018
Safety Coordinator/Assistant Electrician
DURATANK
08.2014 - 01.2015
Police Officer
MIDLAND POLICE DEPARTMENT
07.2008 - 06.2014
Teacher
ECTOR COUNTY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
07.2007 - 04.2008
Courier
FEDERAL EXPRESS
03.2006 - 10.2006
Assistant Electrician
PERRY ELECTRIC
12.1997 - 01.2003
Master of Arts -
The University of Texas of The Permian Basin
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Applied Research Psychology
University of Texas of the Permian Basin
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