Noe Castillo

Experienced law enforcement with a 30 years of progressive leadership, holding a Masters Peace Officer License, with 2347 TCOLE course hours of training. Proven track record as a Police Chief, Interim City Manager, and Deputy City Manager, with comprehensive experience overseeing public safety, administrative operations, and community programs. Skilled in managing complex municipal functions including economic development, finance, IT, public services, and international business initiatives

Professional law enforcement leader with deep expertise in public safety, community engagement, and crime prevention. Proven track record in strategic planning, crisis management, and fostering cross-departmental collaboration. Strong focus on building cohesive teams and adapting to evolving challenges, ensuring reliable and effective outcomes. Skilled in conflict resolution, policy development, and ethical decision-making.

• Chief of Police, Rio Grande City Police Department, Current Status
• Assistant Chief of Police, Rio Grande City Police Department, 03/01/05, 01/31/15, Oversight of forty two Department personnel, CID, narcotics, communications, animal control, budget oversight and operations.
• Police Officer, RGCCISD Rio Grande City CISD Police Department, 02/01/03, 02/28/05, Enforced State Law and the Texas Education Code in a School setting., Performed duties as leading investigator and K-9 Officer for the District.
• Criminal Investigator, 229th Judicial District Attorney, 08/01/00, 08/31/03, Criminal Investigator and Crime Victims Coordinator for the 229th Judicial District., Conducting Investigations and preparing cases for Grand Jury and Criminal Prosecution.
• Police Officer/ Criminal Investigator, Rio Grande City Police Department, 08/01/95, 08/31/00, Police Patrol duties and was promoted to CID.

• Security Coordinator, Urban Oil & Gas Company, TX, 07/01/14, Present, Coordinate Security Services utilizing Peace Officers for mechanics and pumpers responding at night to high threat areas by the Border.
• Security Coordinator, Apache Oil Company, Houston, Texas, 04/01/12, 07/31/14, Coordinate Security Services utilizing Peace Officers for mechanics and pumpers responding at night to high threat areas by the Border.
• Security Coordinator, Collis and Associates, 07/01/14, 08/31/14, Coordinated Security for Collis and Associates scheduling Peace Officers working protective services at the Texas/Mexico Drill sight.
• Security Coordinator, Innovative Security Solutions, Tylor, Texas, 07/01/13, 08/31/14, Coordinate security services for Innovative Security Solutions, for the WILBOS Pipeline, utilizing over eighty, (80 off duty Police Officers).
• Security Coordinator, Time Keepers Security, 2012, 2013, Coordinated Security efforts for Time Keepers Security Company working for OXY Oil Company in high risk and high threat immigrant and narcotics smuggling areas.

• Part-time Officer, Starr Co Sheriff’s Department, Starr County, Texas, 01/22/25, Present, Support county law enforcement operations on a part-time basis., Collaborate with team members to enhance public safety initiatives.
• Police Chief, Rio Grande City Police Department, 01/19/15, Present, Oversee all police department operations, ensuring effective law enforcement and community engagement., Develop and implement policies, manage budgets, and lead personnel training., Engage with local officials and community stakeholders to foster trust and transparency.
• Assistant Police Chief, Rio Grande City Police Department, 03/21/05, 01/19/15, Directed departmental operations with a focus on strategic planning and community policing., Enhanced operational procedures and administrative processes to improve service delivery., Managed crisis situations and led initiatives to strengthen public safety protocols.
• Interim City Manager / Deputy City Manager, City of Rio Grande City, Texas, 11/16/20, 07/31/24, Managed the overall operations of Rio Grande City while providing leadership to multiple municipal departments., Oversaw key departments and initiatives, including Economic Development Corporation & Main Street Program., Coordinated budget management, financial planning, and technology services., Directed operations for the Public Library, Parks and Recreation, Public Works, and Code Enforcement., Oversaw recruitment, training, and operational readiness.
• RGCISD School District Peace Officer, Rio Grande City Independent School District, 03/14/03, 03/21/05, Maintained a secure environment within the school district through proactive law enforcement., Collaborated with administrators and local agencies to address security challenges.
• Criminal Investigator, 229th District Attorney’s Office, Starr County, Texas, 08/03/00, 03/15/03, Assisted with criminal investigations and supported prosecution efforts., Coordinated with law enforcement agencies to collect and analyze evidence.
• Police Officer, Rio Grande City Police Department, 08/01/95, 08/01/00, Performed community policing, conducted investigations, and supported crime prevention initiatives.
• Starr County Constable, Precinct 6, Starr County, Texas, 01/19/95, 02/09/95, Assisted with local law enforcement duties and community service responsibilities.

• Masters Peace Officer License
• 2347 TCOLE Course Hours of Training

• Laredo College Regional Law Enforcement Academy, 12/09/94
• Rio Grande City High School, 1995

• TCOLE Instructor
• Firearms Instructor
• TASER Instructor
• Grant Writer
• Oil Field Services Coordinator