Burley Powers
Pasadena ISD
Meridian,TX
35
years of professional experience
Experienced law enforcement professional with deep expertise in criminal law, investigations, and juvenile justice. Proven record in public safety, undercover narcotics work, and classroom instruction.
Work History
Criminal Justice Instructor
7 Years 9 Months- Delivered engaging instruction on law enforcement, corrections, court systems, and forensic science.
- Developed criminal justice curriculum aligned with state standards and career readiness objectives.
- Assessed student mastery through exams, projects, and performance-based evaluations.
- Managed classroom behavior and established consistent routines supporting safe, focused learning.
Police Officer
26 Years 2 Months- Responded to emergency calls, assessed incidents, and provided immediate public safety support.
- Investigated crimes, gathered evidence, and interviewed victims, witnesses, and suspects.
- Patrolled assigned areas, monitored suspicious activity, and enforced municipal, state, and federal laws.
- Completed detailed incident, arrest, and field reports using department records systems.
- Performed Child Abuse Investigations
- Worked Undercover in Narcotics
- Taught Drug Abuse Resistance Education to elementary school students
- Certified Crime Prevention Expert, K9, SWAT, Spanish and Sign Language Interpreter
Education
High School Diploma
Master Peace Officer Certification
Skills
Criminal law expertise
Law enforcement practices
Victimology understanding
Policy analysis
Restorative justice practices
Crime scene investigation
Juvenile justice
Criminal justice trends
Timeline
Criminal Justice Instructor
Pasadena ISD
08.2011 - 05.2019Read More
Police Officer
Pasadena, Police Department
07.1984 - 09.2010Read More
Channelview High School
High School Diploma
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Pasadena Police Department
Master Peace Officer Certification
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