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Chris Garcia JR

Albuquerque,NM

Summary

Experienced with facilitating communication between Spanish and English speakers. Utilizes linguistic expertise to ensure accurate and effective interpretation in diverse settings. Track record of maintaining confidentiality and cultural sensitivity while delivering clear and precise translations.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Security Officer

IPS
07.2023 - Current
  • Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
  • Underwent and maintained firearms certification in compliance with state laws and organizational standards.
  • Performed hourly patrols of building areas, parking lots and facility grounds.
  • Demonstrated sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions regarding site safety and threat mitigation measures.

Police Detective

Espanola Police Department
01.2023 - 07.2023
  • Assisted victims of crimes by providing resources for support services and ensuring their rights were protected throughout the investigation process.
  • Interrogated suspects using appropriate interview techniques to obtain crucial information for case resolution.
  • Collaborated with federal agencies on high-profile cases, resulting in successful arrests and convictions of dangerous criminals.
  • Solved complex criminal cases by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing critical thinking skills.

Hospital Security Officer

University of New Mexico Hospital
06.2021 - 01.2023
  • Responded promptly to alarms or calls for assistance from hospital staff or patients, deescalating tense situations when necessary.
  • Assisted in emergency situations, providing timely response and coordination with medical staff for patient safety.
  • Enhanced hospital security by conducting regular patrols and identifying potential safety hazards.
  • Maintained detailed logs of daily activities, incidents, and actions taken during shifts as evidence in potential legal proceedings or investigations.
  • Trained new security officers on hospital policies, emergency response plans, and communication strategies.

Senior Police Officer

Edgewood Police Department
01.2010 - 05.2021
  • Field Training of Officers who are new to the Department.
  • Assisted in Implementing a Citizen’s Academy in Edgewood.
  • Key Operator, Maintaining Accurate Function of the IR8000.
  • Ensured public safety during high-profile events by coordinating security operations with multiple agencies.
  • Improved police-community relations by participating in outreach programs and public events, fostering trust and open communication.
  • Mentored junior officers to develop their skills and knowledge, contributing to a highly skilled workforce within the department.

CADET

Santa Fe DPS
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Completed 18 week Police Training Program - 913 hrs

CONSTRUCTION WORKER/RETAIL WORKER

- 01.2010
  • Both positions are similar with Law Enforcement, attention to detail, organization, team leadership, problem solving and good communication.
  • My passion has always been to help the community, my dream career, always to work in Law Enforcement, so the transition was easy.

Education

Certificate - Spanish Interpreting

Valley Community Interpreters
Albuquerque, NM
06-2025

A.R.I.D.E TRAINING
Los Lunas, NM
01.2015

CADET - Police Training Program

Santa Fe DPS
Santa Fe, NM
01.2011

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

NM State Board of Education
01.1998

Skills

  • Analytical Thinking & Planning
  • Strong Communication
  • Accuracy / Attention to Details
  • Organization and Prioritization
  • Problem Solving
  • Team Leadership
  • Fluent spanish
  • Verbal communication
  • Memory retention
  • Legal terminology
  • Technical terminology
  • Consecutive interpreting expertise

Certification

  • CRISIS INTERVENTION TRAINING FIELD OFFICER, 01/01/19
  • SFST INSTRUCTOR, 01/01/19
  • BASIC INSTRUCTOR, 01/01/19

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Title: POLICE OFFICER

Resume Objective

A 10-year veteran within the New Mexico Police Force, committed to growing as a leader both in the community and Police Force. With the end result of furthering my career.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Security Officer

IPS
07.2023 - Current

Police Detective

Espanola Police Department
01.2023 - 07.2023

Hospital Security Officer

University of New Mexico Hospital
06.2021 - 01.2023

Senior Police Officer

Edgewood Police Department
01.2010 - 05.2021

CADET

Santa Fe DPS
01.2010 - 01.2011

CADET - Police Training Program

Santa Fe DPS

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

NM State Board of Education

CONSTRUCTION WORKER/RETAIL WORKER

- 01.2010

Certificate - Spanish Interpreting

Valley Community Interpreters

A.R.I.D.E TRAINING

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