Brandon Belk
Flower Mound
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with extensive experience at the Flower Mound Police Department, excelling in conducting complex investigations and mentoring junior detectives. Proven skills in evidence collection and community policing, fostering strong relationships and enhancing public safety. Recognized for leadership in crisis situations and commitment to professional development within the team.
Experienced with investigative techniques critical to uncovering facts and solving cases. Utilizes keen analytical skills to identify patterns and connections. Track record of maintaining high ethical standards while gathering evidence and conducting interviews.
Professional investigator with strong track record in solving complex cases and uncovering critical information. Skilled in surveillance, evidence gathering, and data analysis, ensuring thorough and accurate investigations. Strong team player with focus on collaboration and adaptability, consistently achieving results in dynamic environments. Known for reliability, analytical thinking, and effective communication.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detective
Flower Mound Police Department
08.2011 - Current
- Conducted thorough investigations into criminal cases, utilizing evidence collection and analysis techniques.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to share intelligence and enhance case resolution strategies.
- Trained and mentored junior detectives in investigative procedures and report writing standards.
- Developed comprehensive case files, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal protocols for prosecution.
- Coordinated complex investigations involving multiple jurisdictions, facilitating interagency cooperation and communication.
Police Sergeant
Mount Pleasant Police Department
11.2010 - 08.2011
- Supervised daily operations of patrol units to ensure compliance with laws and department policies.
- Led incident response teams during emergencies, coordinating efforts for effective resolution and community safety.
- Developed training programs for new officers, enhancing skills in conflict resolution and community engagement.
- Implemented crime prevention strategies resulting in improved community relations and reduced incidents of crime.
- Conducted performance evaluations for subordinate officers, fostering professional development and accountability within the team.
Police Lieutenant
Upshur County Sheriff's Office
11.2007 - 11.2010
- Supervised daily operations of law enforcement personnel, ensuring compliance with departmental policies.
- Conducted training sessions for new recruits, enhancing skills and operational readiness.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to improve community policing initiatives.
- Oversaw investigation processes, coordinating efforts between multiple agencies to ensure thoroughness.
- Led crisis response teams during critical incidents, ensuring effective communication and coordination among units.
Police Sergeant
Mount Pleasant Police Department
05.1998 - 11.2007
- Analyzed crime statistics to identify trends, guiding resource allocation and strategic planning initiatives.
- Collaborated with local agencies on community outreach programs, strengthening partnerships to enhance public safety awareness.
- Resolved complex investigations by utilizing forensic tools and investigative techniques to gather evidence effectively.
- Supervised and coordinated daily operations of patrol shifts of up to [Number] officers.
- Served as mentor and role model to junior officers.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Managed personnel schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for shifts while minimizing overtime expenses.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Northeast Texas Community College
Mount Pleasant, Texas, TX05-2006
Skills
- Interview techniques
- Team leadership skills
- Information gathering
- Collecting evidence
- Interrogation skills
- Evidence control
- Interviewing skills
- Conducting investigations
- Interviewing witnesses
- Crime scene investigation
- Victim support
- Preparing for court
- Report writing
- Report preparation
- Incident investigation
- Community policing
- Preserving crime scenes
- Evaluating crime scenes
- Leading team operations
- Affidavits
- Case report development
- Patience and persistence
- DNA swabs
- Training proficiency
- Supervising investigations
- Interrogation
- Collecting statements
- Intuition and instinct
- Chain of custody
- Courtroom testimony skills
- Self-defense techniques
- Firearms expertise
- Criminal profiling
- Physical fitness
- Lie detection
- Case reviews
- Body language analysis
- Forensic science
- Issuing bulletins
- Handwriting analysis
- Stakeout planning
- Criminal law
- Ballistics
- Testifying skills
- Judicial procedures knowledge
- Locating individuals
- Crime solving
- Serving search warrants
- Calm in crisis situations
Certification
- Licensed Peace Officer - 1993-Current
- Master Peace Officer
- Accident Reconstruction
- Field Training Officer
- First Line Supervision
- Member of Southeastern Homicide Investigators Association (SEHIA)
- Firearms Instructor
Timeline
Detective
Flower Mound Police Department
08.2011 - Current
Police Sergeant
Mount Pleasant Police Department
11.2010 - 08.2011
Police Lieutenant
Upshur County Sheriff's Office
11.2007 - 11.2010
Police Sergeant
Mount Pleasant Police Department
05.1998 - 11.2007
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Northeast Texas Community College