Open To Work
Carl Bowen
Sheriff
Cuero,TX
Work Preference
Summary
Elected Sheriff with over 25 years of experience in Law-enforcement. Knowledgeable about writing and reviewing reports, applying data-driven approaches and promoting community-oriented mentality. Exceptional skills in conflict deescalation, crowd control and criminal law.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Sheriff
DeWitt County
Cuero, Texas
01.2017 - Current
- Elected as chief law-enforcement officer for DeWitt County Texas, administering day-to-day operations of the office and management of 64 employees assigned to jail, patrol, civil process, and courts.
- Responsible for security and operation of court system as well as the security operation of the jail.
- Responsible for implementing policies and directives.
- Responsible for maintaining Sheriff's Office budget and evaluating expenditures.
- Maintaining relationships between public and business partners.
- Conducting media interviews for special events.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, protecting lives and property through swift decision-making and resource allocation.
- Investigated crimes, interviewed witnesses, and victims and gathered physical evidence and preserves for court.
- Improved community safety by implementing proactive policing strategies and coordinating with local agencies.
- Developed and implemented security policies, procedures and systems to protect personnel, property and data.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of security personnel to identify weaknesses and provide feedback for improvement.
- Conducted investigations to identify suspicious activities, violations of policies and regulations and potential threats.
- Applied four tenets of procedural justice when interacting with subordinates.
- Conducted thorough investigations to solve complex cases, leading to successful convictions and victim restitution.
- Managed internal disciplinary processes to uphold professional standards while ensuring fair treatment for all personnel.
- Prepared, processed, and transmitted various reports.
- Established strong relationships with community leaders, fostering trust and cooperation between law enforcement and residents.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for deputies, ensuring a consistently high level of professional skill and knowledge.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities within community safety protocols.
- Managed budget allocations for department resources, optimizing financial performance.
- Implemented strategic initiatives that improved response times and operational efficiency.
- Developed community outreach programs to enhance public trust and engagement.
Investigator
DeWitt County Sheriff's Office
Cuero, Texas
01.1998 - 12.2017
- Substantiated validity and admissibility of evidence and preserved data integrity for court hearings.
- Created and implemented new organizational and filing processes for case logs, criminal records, reports and agendas.
- Conducted thorough face-to-face interviews with employers, families, neighbors, friends and suspects and documented investigative findings.
- Completed legal and safe searches of vehicles, property and containers.
- Collected information pertaining to criminal proceedings and performed investigations to resolve cases.
- Directed criminal investigations of crimes such as sexual assault, robbery, theft and homicide.
- Conducted thorough investigations of criminal cases, utilizing evidence collection and analysis techniques.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to gather intelligence and coordinate investigative efforts.
- Developed case strategies based on legal guidelines and protocols to ensure successful outcomes.
- Trained junior investigators on investigative procedures and best practices for evidence handling.
- Analyzed crime scene evidence using advanced forensic tools and methodologies to support cases.
- Led multi-disciplinary teams in complex investigations, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced investigative efficiency and accuracy in case resolution.
- Reviewed case files for compliance with departmental policies, contributing to quality assurance initiatives.
- Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
- Conducted thorough face-to-face interviews with employers, families, neighbors, friends, and suspects, and documented investigative findings.
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
- Collaborated with federal agencies on investigations.
- Interviewed and interrogated suspects.
- Ensured compliance with legal regulations during investigations, minimizing risk for litigation or procedural errors.
- Improved case resolution rates by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing effective interviewing techniques.
- Maintain a professional tone.
- Conducted interviews with witnesses and clients.
- Assisted in the development of investigative strategies, resulting in more efficient case resolutions.
- Identified trends in criminal activities, allowing for proactive measures to be taken against future threats.
- Prepared case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews and physical evidence.
- Testified in court during criminal proceedings and trials.
Education
Ph.D. - Criminology And Criminal Justice
Walden University
Minneapolis, MNMaster of Science - Applied Criminology
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Commerce, TX11.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
American Public University System
Charles Town, WV01.2020
Session 261 - Criminal Justice
FBI National Academy
Quantico, VA09.2015
Associate of Science - Tatical Aircraft Maintenance
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL09.1991
High School Diploma -
Cuero High School
Cuero, TX05.1982
Skills
- Crime detection
- Court system knowledge
- Investigative procedures
- Delegation
- People and facility protection
- Active Listening
- Planning and Coordination
- Collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Written Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
- Excellent Communication
Affiliations
- Lions Club
- Rotary International
- VFW
- Sheriff's Association of Texas
- Sheriff's Regional Alliance
- National Sheriff's Association
- Gulf Bend Mental Health and Rehabilitation Board of Trustees- Board Member
- Guadalupe Regional Planning Commission- Board Member
- Texas Association of Counties- Legislative Core Member
Timeline
Sheriff
DeWitt County
01.2017 - Current
Investigator
DeWitt County Sheriff's Office
01.1998 - 12.2017
Ph.D. - Criminology And Criminal Justice
Walden University
Master of Science - Applied Criminology
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
American Public University System
Session 261 - Criminal Justice
FBI National Academy
Associate of Science - Tatical Aircraft Maintenance
Community College of The Air Force
High School Diploma -
Cuero High School