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Chad Smith

Chad Smith

Waco

Summary

Dynamic Police Sergeant with extensive experience with The Baylor University Police Department, excelling in event security coordination and firearms training. Proven track record in mentoring junior officers, enhancing firearms equipment acquisition and facilitating learning programs. Skilled in conflict de-escalation and effective communication, ensuring public safety daily and during large-scale events and emergencies.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Police Sergeant Events/Training Specialist

Baylor University Police Department
09.2002 - Current
  • Supervised and coordinated daily operations of institutional event security planning and staffing including large scale events.
  • Coordinated special event security details, working closely with organizers to ensure public safety during large gatherings.
  • Responsible for the creation and implementation of the department's first direct response unit (SWAT).
  • Provided critical incident command during emergency situations, directing response efforts to protect public safety swiftly.
  • Managed personnel schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for shifts.
  • Transitioned department into red dot equipped sidearms.
  • Evaluated and restructured agency's firearms training program to address the evolving recruit learning paradigm.
  • Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on best practices for policing techniques and career advancement opportunities.
  • Conducted regular audits of department operations, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures while identifying areas for improvement.
  • Monitored development of new technologies and tactics to improve police department activities.

Education

Police Academy Basic Peace Officer -

McLennan Community College
Waco, TX

Skills

  • Personnel supervision
  • Performance appraisals
  • Police reports
  • Team management
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • Patrol supervision
  • Active shooter training
  • Firearms training
  • Firearms proficiency
  • Tactical operations
  • Excellent communication

Certification

Master Peace Officer

TCOLE Firearms Instructor

ALERRT Instructor

Close Protection Detail

AR-15 Armorer

SigSauer MCX Armorer

Glock Armorer

Timeline

Police Sergeant Events/Training Specialist

Baylor University Police Department
09.2002 - Current

Police Academy Basic Peace Officer -

McLennan Community College
Chad Smith