Public safety executive with over 14 years of experience leading Fire, Police, EMS, and emergency management operations. I have extensive experience in administration, budgeting, policy development, strategic planning, and managing day-to-day operations while building strong teams and improving organizational performance. I believe in leading by example, fostering accountability, and maintaining open communication to support both the organization and the community with professionalism and integrity.
Overview
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Certification
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12
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Safety Lieutenant
City of Fate Department of Public Safety
Fate, TX
05.2022 - Current
Provide leadership and operational oversight for integrated Police, Fire, and EMS services.
Serve as Incident Commander during critical incidents and multi-agency emergencies.
Prepared executive-level reports and recommendations for senior leadership and municipal officials.
Developed and expanded technology-based crime reduction initiatives, including Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) programs and intelligence-led enforcement strategies.
Develop policies, procedures, training programs, and operational guidelines.
Analyzed crime trends and investigative data to identify repeat offenders, emerging threats, and operational risks.
Supervise daily operations and personnel within an integrated public safety agency serving a rapidly growing community.
Revitalized Field Training Officer program and personnel development processes.
Public Safety Officer
City of Fate Department of Public Safety
Fate, TX
03.2020 - 05.2022
Delivered Police, Fire, and EMS services in an integrated model.
Responded to emergency incidents and coordinated with multiple public safety disciplines.
Responded to emergency and non-emergency calls for service involving law enforcement, fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical incidents.
Assisted with training initiatives and served as a resource for newly assigned personnel.
Supervised and mentored personnel while maintaining compliance with departmental standards and operational objectives.
Assistant Fire Chief / Deputy Fire Marshal
Cockrell Hill Fire Department
Cockrell Hill, TX
12.2017 - 05.2022
Assisted in building a fire department from inception through operational implementation.
Managed policy development.
Managed Fleet and equipment lifecycle planning.
Present to City Council.
Manage budgets and grants.
Emergency communications continuity planning.
Developed relationships with city leadership, regional partners, and neighboring public safety agencies.
Prepared reports, presentations, and recommendations for city administration and elected officials.
Patrol Officer
City of Ranger Police Department
Ranger, TX
03.2018 - 05.2020
Conducted criminal investigations and coordinated Fire and EMS-related operations.
Conducted investigations involving retail theft, burglary, fraud, property crimes, narcotics violations, assaults, and family violence offenses.
Executed warrants and assisted with fugitive apprehension operations.
Assisted neighboring agencies through mutual aid and cooperative law enforcement operations.
Utilized surveillance systems, digital evidence, witness interviews, and intelligence gathering techniques to identify suspects and support successful criminal prosecutions.
Worked collaboratively with retailers, business owners, prosecutors, and regional law enforcement partners to investigate theft-related crimes and recover assets.
Fire Captain – Department President
City of Ranger Fire Department
Ranger, TX
02.2014 - 03.2020
Responded to fire suppression, rescue, hazardous conditions, and emergency medical incidents within a large rural response area.
Served in leadership roles as Captain and Department President, assisting with operational planning, personnel coordination, and organizational initiatives.
Managed grant identification, application development, project implementation, and reporting requirements to support department operations and equipment acquisition.
Coordinated outdoor warning system activation protocols and coordinated severe weather notifications to protect public safety.
Assisted in emergency preparedness planning, resource management, and disaster response operations.
Police / Fire Dispatcher
City of Sachse
Sachse, TX
03.2015 - 11.2017
Received and prioritized emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatched police, fire, and EMS resources, maintained situational awareness during critical incidents, entered and retrieved information through TCIC/NCIC systems.
Coordinated responses involving multiple agencies and jurisdictions during large-scale incidents and special events.
Provided emergency medical dispatch instructions and life-safety information to callers when appropriate.
Ensured compliance with CJIS security requirements, telecommunications regulations, and departmental policies.
Served as Communications Training Officer responsible for onboarding, training, mentoring, and evaluating newly hired dispatch personnel.
Conducted performance evaluations and documented trainee progress to ensure compliance with training standards.
Developed training plans and provided hands-on instruction in emergency call-taking, radio operations, CAD systems, and departmental procedures.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Fire Supression
North Texas Fire Academy
Rockwall, TX
10-2012
Certificate of Technical Studies - Emergency Medical Technician
North Texas Fire Academy
Rockwall, TX
10-2012
Certificate of Technical Studies - Peace Officer
Paris Jr. College (Hunt County SO. LEA)
Greenville, TX
03-2018
Graduate Certificate - Emergency Medical Dispatcher
DENCO 911
Lewisville, TX
06-2015
Graduate Certificate - Criminal Investigations
Texas Forensic Science Academy
Bryan, TX
Graduate Certificate - Death Investigation Program
Texas Forensic Science Academy
Bryan, TX
Certificate of Technical Studies - TCOLE Telecommunicator
DENCO 911
Lewisville, TX
06-2015
Certificate of Technical Studies - Emergency Medical Dispatcher