Andres Garcia
Laredo,TX
Summary
Dedicated Deputy Sheriff bringing 4 years of excellent performance in law enforcement roles. Passionate about public safety with strong knowledge of local laws and regulations. Calm and decisive in high-pressure situations; as a patrolman, resolved conflicts on the street. Bilingual: Fluent in English and Spanish.
Professional with comprehensive experience in law enforcement, ready to excel in this role. Skilled in public safety, conflict resolution, and criminal investigations, consistently achieving results through effective teamwork and adaptability. Strong communicator and problem solver with focus on maintaining community trust and ensuring justice. Recognized for reliability and flexibility in meeting ever-changing demands.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
Duval County Sheriffs Office
San Diego, TX
08.2025 - Current
- Trained other officers in firearms and self-defense tactics.
- Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Conducted traffic stops and investigations to uphold traffic laws.
Deputy Constable
Webb County Constables Pct. 3
Laredo, TX
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Served orders of protection or orders prohibiting harassment.
- Provided judicial security to justice courts.
- Supervised drug tests for offenders.
- Stored personal property to enforce levies.
- Performed traffic observation and issued traffic citations.
- Assisted in executing law enforcement operations and maintaining public safety during patrols.
Deputy Sheriff
Duval County Sheriff Office
San Diego, TX
09.2022 - 04.2025
- Conducted traffic stops, issued citations, and made arrests when necessary.
- Responded to emergency calls for service involving domestic disputes or other potentially hazardous situations.
- Conducted tactical operations in high-risk environments.
- Engaged in physical training exercises to maintain peak fitness levels.
- Responded to emergency calls involving active shooters or barricaded suspects.
- Coordinated with local law enforcement agencies on joint operations.
- Participated in drills designed to test response times and preparedness levels.
- Investigated criminal activity such as assaults, burglaries, robberies, thefts.
Police Officer
Freer Police Department
Freer, TX
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
- Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
- Utilized various technologies including computers, cameras, radar guns., to complete job duties.
- Attended training sessions to maintain proficiency in law enforcement techniques.
- Patrolled assigned areas both on foot and in motor vehicles, maintaining awareness and providing valuable community surveillance.
Roustabout
R & R Oilfield Services
Eagle Pass, TX
09.2019 - 07.2021
- Inspected and operated pumps, valves, and pipelines for oil wells.
- Maintained pressure gauges and flow meters to ensure proper operation of equipment.
- Assisted in the repair and maintenance of machinery on well sites.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials from one area to another.
- Repaired or replaced broken parts on pumps, motors, engines, valves.
- Transported equipment from one job site to another.
- Worked on job sites and assigned locations, installing and repairing pipes, valves and pumps.
Salesperson
Target
Laredo, TX
10.2018 - 08.2019
- Developed and implemented strategies to meet sales quotas.
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate products or services for their needs.
- Collaborated with team members to develop effective sales plans.
- Compiled reports on sales activity, progress towards goals, and other metrics.
Education
Peace Officer - Basic Peace Officer License
Southwest Texas Junior College
Uvalde, TX12-2022
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Laredo Community College
Laredo, TX06-2019
High School Diploma -
United South High School
Laredo, TX06-2017
Skills
- Public Safety
- Defensive Tactics
- Intelligence Gathering
- Physical Fitness
- Traffic Laws
- Legal Compliance
- Community Engagement
- Relationship Building and Management
- Criminal Law
- De-Escalation Techniques
Affiliations
- Spend time with my family
- Weightlifting/CrossFit
- Slowpitch Softball
- Church
- shooting range
Languages
Spanish
Certification
- Peace Officer License
- ALERRT Level 1 Certification
- Tactical Firearms Training Certification
- Basic S.W.A.T. Course Certification
- Less Lethal Chemical Weapons Training (OC, Mace,) Certification
- Less Lethal Impact Weapons Training (Bean Bag/Impact) Certification
Education and Training
- Crisis Intervention Training
- Less Lethal Electronic Control Device Training
- Highway Drug Interdiction
- Crime Scene Investigation (Intermediate)
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
Duval County Sheriffs Office
08.2025 - Current
Deputy Constable
Webb County Constables Pct. 3
04.2025 - 07.2025
Deputy Sheriff
Duval County Sheriff Office
09.2022 - 04.2025
Police Officer
Freer Police Department
01.2022 - 09.2022
Roustabout
R & R Oilfield Services
09.2019 - 07.2021
Salesperson
Target
10.2018 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
United South High School
Peace Officer - Basic Peace Officer License
Southwest Texas Junior College
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Laredo Community College