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Balmore Chacon
Law Enforcement
Houston,TX
Summary
Adept at leading high-stakes investigations for the Texas Department of Public Safety, I excel in complex problem-solving and fostering team collaboration. My tenure as a Criminal Investigations Division Captain showcased my ability to mentor with a continuous learning mindset, ensuring peak team performance and efficient threat assessment management to advance division goals. I have culminated in a unique well-rounded and diverse investigative experience which brings to light my leadership abilities and talents in building public relations. Approachable and adaptable with a dedication to assistance as a servant leader.
Overview
20
years of professional experience
1
Certification
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Texas Department Of Public SafetyHouston, Texas
Criminal Investigations Division Captain
10.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Prioritized multiple active cases efficiently by continually reassessing urgency levels based on emerging factors such as public safety concerns new leads, and guiding threat assessments.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while sharing vital intelligence with appropriate colleagues for effective case resolution.
- Mentored junior Lieutenants and Special Agents to improve their investigative skills, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Managing District budget to ensure effective expenditure of state funds to support the goals and mission of the Division.
Texas Department Of Public SafetyHouston, Texas
Criminal Investigations Division Lieutenant
05.2017 - 10.2021
Job overview
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new challenges presented during high stress situations.
- Worked well in a team leader setting, providing support and guidance to my team members.
- Managed my time and that of others efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts as required by suspects being investigated.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with other partnering agencies and stakeholders.
- Ensured my team was well versed in entrusted property procedures, evidence collection, imprest funds utilization, CI management, and violent crime trends.
- Assisted in CID recruitment efforts and the development of future CID leaders to build a strong team of dedicated professionals focused on achieving success together.
Texas Department Of Public SafetyLaredo/ Houston, TX
Criminal Investigations Division Sergeant / SA
01.2009 - 04.2017
Job overview
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment while learning my duties as a DPS CID Sergeant.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions while working long term self initiated OCDETF Investigations.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment while conducting gang investigations at the newly forged Texas Anti-Gang Center in Houston.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement while evolving as an investigator and preparing for future leadership opportunities.
- Completed successful assignments while in Laredo and Houston Texas and while in the Drug Program, Gang Program, and Violent Crime Program.
Texas Department Of Public SafetyBay City / Rosenberg, TX
State Trooper
04.2004 - 12.2008
Job overview
- Exercised sound judgment under high-pressure situations, making critical decisions that protected lives and property.
- Promoted positive image of the department by maintaining a high level of professionalism and integrity in all interactions with the public.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting thorough traffic stops and identifying potential criminal activity.
- Conducted detailed investigations, gathering evidence, and interviewing witnesses for successful case resolution.
- Improved roadway safety by enforcing traffic laws and promoting safe driving habits within the community.
- Identified controlled substances and contraband by conducting comprehensive searches of people and property.
- Testified in court proceedings, presenting accurate facts and evidence to assist in the prosecution of offenders.
Education
B F Terry High SchoolRosenberg, TX
High School Diploma
04.1995
University of Houston - DowntownHouston, TX
No Degree from Criminal Justice
09.2002 - 04.2003
Skills
- Leadership Qualities
- Public speaking abilities
- Foreign language proficiency
- Continuous learning mindset
- Team Leadership
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Staff Management
- Performance Appraisals
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Achieved higher arrest percentages and in turn productivity by outlining my vision to improve the district's identity while boosting moral by gaining buy in from staff and empowering informal leadership.
- Achieved successful introduction of two (2) new full time CID programs (TTL and ORC) by promoting teamwork and challenging team members to set the standard for these programs across the State.
- Regional Director Award recipient for Excellence in Law Enforcement, supervisory leadership.
- Commendation of Appreciation from United States Marshal Southern District of Texas Office.
- As a CID Lieutenant, I supervised an area that was consistently one of the top arrest producing in the State.
Certification
- FBI LEDA Trilogy Training
- Texas DPS Leadership Development School -COHART 16
- Organized Retail Crime Training
- Treat to Life Training
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Criminal Investigations Division Captain
Texas Department Of Public Safety
10.2021 - Current
Criminal Investigations Division Lieutenant
Texas Department Of Public Safety
05.2017 - 10.2021
Criminal Investigations Division Sergeant / SA
Texas Department Of Public Safety
01.2009 - 04.2017
State Trooper
Texas Department Of Public Safety
04.2004 - 12.2008
University of Houston - Downtown
No Degree from Criminal Justice
09.2002 - 04.2003
B F Terry High School
High School Diploma
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