Daniel Thomassian
Little Rock,AR
Summary
I am a highly experienced, educated, decorated, and well-prepared law enforcement professional with a proven history of organizational management and effective leadership. I possess an unrivaled work ethic essential to the success of key police programs, mission objectives, and the successful management of a VA Police Department. In preparation to assume the duties of Supervisory Police Officer, I have successfully held positions as Police Officer and Supervisory Leadership positions in law enforcement and in the military. This included all facets of policing from responding to calls for service to managing / leading small units to units consisting of up to 150 personnel. I have managed critical incidents at every level to include Active Shooters. In addition, I have improved employee retention as a manager and passed every critical inspection as a Company Commander. At the Veteran Affair’s Law Enforcement Training Center, I currently instruct key subject matters that are essential for the successful operation of a VA Police program. These areas are the Evidence Program, K-9 Program, and Police Officer Standard and Training-Recertification Program (POST-R). At the Veteran Affairs’ Law Enforcement Training Center, I also attended and passed the Fact-Finding Course and Instructor Development Course. Furthermore, I graduated from the Army’s Basic Officer Leadership Course and Captain’s Career Course. I am a versatile professional with a Master of Science in Criminal Justice, University of Cincinnati, a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, AIU University, and an Associate of Science in Social and Behavioral Sciences, Butte College.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
The United States Veterans Affairs
Chico, CA, CA
05.2018 - 05.2022
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss crime reduction strategies.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Notified emergency personnel of incidents requiring medical assistance and aid.
- Determined appropriate course of criminal prosecution by analyzing and evaluating information.
- Booked suspects into custody by processing mug shots and fingerprints.
- Worked with investigations team to surveil and capture offenders for possession and distribution of illegal narcotics and prescription drugs.
- Coordinated swift and tactical responses to wide range of criminal issues.
- Conducted thorough investigations of serious injury and fatality traffic accidents.
- Checked accuracy and integrity of collected information to identify optimal course of investigation.
- Debriefed arrested individuals to collect important information for ongoing investigations.
- Developed organizational system for case records, reports, logs and agendas.
- Validated evidence for admissibility and preserved evidence to be utilized court hearings.
- Promoted safe driving conditions by quickly identifying and removing disabled vehicles and obstructions from roadways.
- Processed, verified and utilized tips to initiate speedy resolutions for investigations.
- Reported deficient streetlights, signs and road surfaces to keep residents safe.
- Maintained tight controls during static and mobile surveillance operations to protect validity and usefulness of evidence collected.
- Responded quickly to suspected bomb threats and evacuated buildings to search for explosive devices.
- Applied and shared intelligence with law enforcement to secure employees, locations and assets in response to and in anticipation of threats.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Secured personal and company goods against robbery, vandalism and illegal entry.
- Monitored employee activities, confirming compliance with security regulations.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks and visitors.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Permitted entry with escort for approved persons into secure locations.
- Reviewed both security camera footage and live feeds to spot trespassers and criminal activity.
- Drafted reports of property damage, theft, accidents and unusual occurrences to document daily activities and irregularities.
- Oversaw entry and exit of up to 100 employees and visitors daily.
- Warned offenders about rule infractions and violations and verbally evicted violators from premises.
- Authorized entrance papers and granted or denied entrance to building.
- Identified violators and escorted departing personnel to guard against theft of property.
- Participated in staff meetings, special events and professional development activities.
- Regulated vehicle and pedestrian traffic upon entry onto building grounds through electronic gates.
- Moved throughout facility and among customers to remain aware of developing security situations.
Special Agent (GS-11)
United States Veterans Affairs
North Little Rock, AR
05.2019 - Current
- Instruct Veteran Affairs Police Officers in the Police Officer Standardized Training Recertification (POST-R) / MTT POST-R Program, Evidence Custodian Program, K-9 Program, Interview and Interrogations Program, and the Physical Security Program.
- Prepare, edit, and update police instructional material, policies, and syllabuses for the Veteran Affairs Police Programs.
- Assist in the establishment of training course goals and objectives; research the legal background of court decisions relating to police procedures taught and develop reference files supporting all instructional material; participates in the development of assigned police instructional programs.
- Assist and fill in for Program Managers when absent. Responsibilities include providing advice/guidance to Police Chiefs, Detectives, Investigators and other law enforcement personnel; assisting senior level inspectors in conducting program inspections to determine existing law enforcement and the status of Canine programs at individual facilities.
- Exceed Physical Fitness Standards by passing the Army’s Physical Fitness Test every year.
- Participates in working group meetings and curriculum development and review conferences to develop/revise law enforcement training programs.
- Contributes to lesson plan development and/or revision to modify or develop new lesson plans to meet program training objectives.
- Builds student proficiency and promotes a team concept with diverse law enforcement agencies.
- Engages in problem-solving ideas/solutions designed to improve training and cost effectiveness.
- Instills technical and analytical knowledge, skills and attitudes required for the highest possible proficiency in a specialized field.
- Mentorship of students through individual/group feedback to promote performance improvement.
- Evaluates basic and advanced realistic hands-on scenario based practical evaluations for the Veteran Affairs Police Academy and Advanced Division.
- Recommends course content changes, develops different approaches/methods of instruction and initiates changes necessary to achieve course objectives.
- Conducts research in areas of Search and Seizure, Rules of Evidence, Processing of Evidence, Laws of Arrest, and Canine police procedures for student edification and practical application examples of skillsets taught.
Police Officer
Nye County Sheriff's Office
Denver, CO
04.2018 - 03.2022
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss crime reduction strategies.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Notified emergency personnel of incidents requiring medical assistance and aid.
- Booked suspects into custody by processing mug shots and fingerprints.
- Worked with investigations team to surveil and capture offenders for possession and distribution of illegal narcotics and prescription drugs.
- Coordinated swift and tactical responses to wide range of criminal issues.
- Conducted thorough investigations of serious injury and fatality traffic accidents.
- Executed operational protocols for criminal and non-criminal violations.
- Developed organizational system for case records, reports, logs and agendas.
- Promoted safe driving conditions by quickly identifying and removing disabled vehicles and obstructions from roadways.
- Reported deficient streetlights, signs and road surfaces to keep residents safe.
- Maintained tight controls during static and mobile surveillance operations to protect validity and usefulness of evidence collected.
- Responded quickly to suspected bomb threats and evacuated buildings to search for explosive devices.
- Sorted, organized and eliminated tips on daily basis to keep open investigations moving forward.
- Ran personnel recruitment background investigations and interviewed potential job candidates.
- Discussed with offenders links between criminal behavior and anger management problems or drug and alcohol abuse.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle and by foot.
- Inspected suspicious activities and monitored premises for criminal acts and rule infractions.
- Secured personal and company goods against robbery, vandalism and illegal entry.
- Monitored employee activities, confirming compliance with security regulations.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks and visitors.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Permitted entry with escort for approved persons into secure locations.
- Reviewed both security camera footage and live feeds to spot trespassers and criminal activity.
- Drafted reports of property damage, theft, accidents and unusual occurrences to document daily activities and irregularities.
- Warned offenders about rule infractions and violations and verbally evicted violators from premises.
- Authorized entrance papers and granted or denied entrance to building.
- Regulated vehicle and pedestrian traffic upon entry onto building grounds through electronic gates.
- Guided periodic property safety inspections and oversaw remedial action for potential hazards.
- Performed deep searches and pat-downs to look for unauthorized materials and items such as weapons.
Captain
United States Army National Guard
Las Vegas, NV
06.2015 - 06.2017
- Responsible for the total operation, direction, and control of the 1864th Transportation Company, which was the largest company in the State of Nevada.
- Managed 120 Million Dollars’ worth of Military Equipment and over 120 soldiers, resulting in an overall 92% score for the last Command Inspection (COMET).
- Oversaw all hiring and discharge actions, work schedules, training, managing activity coordination, and community events/coordination.
- Recognized poor/outstanding work performance, completed annual performance evaluations, made decisions for reassignments/promotions and took appropriate disciplinary action when required.
- Ensured compliance with military rules and regulations commiserate with current military status.
- Continually utilized Military Decision-Making Process to brief effective courses of action to Higher Command in order to meet ever changing objectives of today’s Army.
- Coordinated effective training that engaged Soldiers at all levels that surpassed assigned goals within assigned budget.
- Developed a retention plan that resulted in an increased retention of Soldiers in the Company.
- Supervised and evaluated employees based upon their ability to meet or surpass performance objectives.
- Established operating guidelines for and coordinated activities of subordinates relating to such matters as organizational structure, performance standards and work, review and reporting requirements to achieve goals and objectives.
- Prepared formal evaluations on the performance of employees.
- Communicated both orally and in writing with individuals of various backgrounds and ethnicities daily.
- Delegated tasks to subordinates as appropriate based on individual abilities and project deadlines.
- Approved, modified and rejected personnel actions of subordinates.
- Developed internal programs, plans and procedures to implement the provisions of various government wide and installation programs.
- Served as the technical authority for the development and interpretation of guidelines, policies and regulations covering all aspects of national security and movement operations within the United States.
- Oversaw all aspects pertaining to Physical Security and implemented immediate measures to identified problems. This was demonstrated by passing several inspections over a two-year period.
- Maintained a high-level of proficiency regarding incident command, resource planning and disaster response.
- Maintained and promoted all Army programs for the security and welfare of the Company.
- Displayed functional familiarity with Microsoft Office functions such as Excel and Word.
- Managed functional areas of logistics.
- Organized unit training operations and managed details when unit move was required.
- Supervised logistics functions and operations.
- Managed logistics assets for timely and cost-effective delivery of cargoes.
- Coordinated mission details and communicated with unit to convey changes.
- Advised logistics management and structures for staffing levels to maintain adequate numbers.
- Delivered logistic support to leverage existing resources with cost-effective savings.
- Conducted audits to improve office logistics practices and procedures.
- Detected and enforced improvement opportunities in supply chain.
- Conducted qualitative and quantitative analysis of logistics operations to pinpoint and correct inefficiencies.
- Selected transportation routes to maximize economy by combining shipments or consolidating warehousing and distribution.
- Maintained and oversaw emergency response to manage and respond to physical security needs of employees, buildings, technology and materials for the 1864th Transportation Company.
- Established emergency response to manage and respond to physical security needs of employees, buildings, technology and materials.
- Offered subject matter expertise surrounding physical security strategy and performed site inspections to adhere to physical security strategy and standards.
- Applied and shared intelligence with law enforcement to secure employees, locations and assets in response to and in anticipation of threats.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Drafted reports of property damage, theft, accidents and unusual occurrences to document daily activities and irregularities.
Detective Sergeant
Nye County Sheriff's Office
Pahrump, NV
04.2012 - 10.2015
- Reviewed detective case reports for accuracy, integrity and completeness.
- Guided, mentored and supervised subordinates to improve job performance and case clearing rates.
- Oversaw criminal cases, coordinated investigations and prepared evidence and investigators for court cases.
- Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures and investigation strategies.
- Identified and resolved staff and organizational issues.
- Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
- Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution.
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Thoroughly investigated criminal acts and conspiracies.
- Followed chain of custody mandates to send individual items off for laboratory analysis and DNA testing.
- Collected witness statements and identified persons of interests.
- Appeared in court and testified under oath in Criminal and Civil cases.
- Investigated complaints brought by members of community by conducting interviews and compiling evidence.
- Conducted personal, property and event surveillance.
- Prepared sketches and diagrams detailing primary and secondary crime scenes.
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses and complainants.
- Preserved evidence for court hearings and checked integrity of individual pieces.
- Consulted and cooperated with legal staff and the District Attorney to verify timely and efficient investigation completion.
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
- Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
- Used Local and Federal search databases to locate relevant case evidence.
- Conducted multi-scope research into suspects to determine criminal activities and suspect operating environments.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Marked off crime scenes and controlled access to protect evidence from tampering or loss.
- Worked undercover operations as buyer or dealer to uncover criminal activities and gather evidence for cases.
- Assigned schedules and coordinated leave time to maintain optimal coverage.
- Collected crime scene evidence, examined bodies and investigated secondary locations to build detailed cases based on sound evidence handling practices.
- Efficiently responded to major crimes as soon as possible to preserve scenes and avoid evidence contamination.
- Conducted thorough investigations into miscellaneous Property and Crimes Against Persons to help develop strong criminal cases.
- Installed covert cameras and recording devices in compliance with legal statutes and department policies.
- Sent specimens to labs and ran fingerprints through databases to identify individuals of interest.
- Established accuracy and standardization across investigation procedures.
- Documented drug transactions to gather evidence and complete undercover investigations.
- Gathered, assembled and preserved facts, statements and evidence to use in Civil and Criminal legal actions.
- Conducted and supervised over 100 long and short-term undercover Narcotics, Illegal Weapons, and Property Crimes investigations resulting in the recovery of stolen property, seized weapons, and several arrest warrants issued.
- Conducted and supervised over 50 sex crimes investigations resulting in the arrest of over 20 sex crime offenders that targeted juveniles and possessed child pornography.
- Participated in over 150 court hearings as a Detective Sergeant providing written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
- Managed over 75 tips and applied information to solve complex cases.
- Successfully completed over 35 narcotics investigations in 2014, resulting in over 250,000 dollars in seizures and several kilos of illegal drugs seized.
- Conducted appraisals of unit detectives on a yearly basis.
- Assisted in the oversight and management of the Patrol Division of a 100 plus member Sheriff’s Office with an operating/payroll budget of over 7-million dollars.
- Supervised and directed employees assigned to police operations, investigations, canine (K-9), access control, training, and communications sections.
- Assisted with emergency response in order to manage and respond to physical security needs of employees, buildings, technology and materials for the Pahrump Sub-station .
Police Sergeant, Patrol
Nye County Sheriff's Office
Pahrump, NV
03.2005 - 10.2015
- Mitigated risks by accurately analyzing and evaluating criminal complaints, citations and search warrants while processing crime scenes for district attorney and magistrate office case preparation.
- Eliminated process discrepancies by accurately investigating felony-level property and violent crimes to achieve 90% successful prosecution rate.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
- Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
- Educated staff members on proper field procedures to boost public trust in officers and efficiency.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Planned, scheduled and supervised work of 16 subordinates.
- Increased field contacts, vehicle stops, criminal arrests and traffic citation volumes by effectively leading Nye County Sheriff's Office Deputies and establishing operational goals.
- Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss crime reduction strategies.
- Notified emergency personnel of incidents requiring medical assistance and aid.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Accompanied Deputies during shifts to evaluate performance and resolve incorrect behaviors.
- Established and enforced employee performance policies.
- Liaised with local, state and federal regulatory agencies to streamline investigation completion.
- Delivered testimony several times in a Court of Law.
- Verified and authenticated validity and admissibility of evidence and preserved its integrity for court hearings while testifying under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.
- Oversaw more than 100 criminal investigations each year, specializing in Property Crime cases.
- Implemented training programs for two law enforcement academies.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Decreased criminal complaints, affidavits and search warrant errors by 25% by implemented streamlined tactics and programs.
- Supervised up to 12 subordinates during search warrant operations to provide tactical and technical guidance.
- Established emergency response to manage and respond to physical security needs of employees, buildings, technology and materials.
- Identified and resolved areas of risk and exposure and recommended solutions and improvements to access control systems and video surveillance systems.
- Applied and shared intelligence with law enforcement to secure employees, locations and assets in response to and in anticipation of threats.
- Identified new and innovative approaches to physical security training and executed training to direct and guide physical security staff.
- Kept team compliant with security protocols and appearance standards.
- Worked in fast-paced and high-risk environments while maintaining exceptional standards of excellence for security programs, strategies and plans.
Platoon Leader, Military Police
United States Army National Guard
Reno, NV
08.2010 - 02.2012
- Planned crime prevention measures and operated military police checkpoints and dispatch centers.
- Supported judge advocate general with investigations for trial involving military members facing courts martial and other disciplinary actions.
- Maintained security of local areas and performed route clearance for visiting high-ranking officials.
- Patrolled perimeters of operating bases to guard against raids, suicide bombers and other attacks on forward areas of operation.
- Directed logistical training procedures in accordance with military regulations.
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
- Implemented necessary safety practices, proper firing commands, and proper ammunition handling.
- Managed over $ 75 million dollars worth of equipment during garrison and deployment operations.
- Trained, supervised and organized over 50 soldiers and personnel.
- Served as principal advisor to First Sergeant and Commander.
- Supervised 24-hour police operation investigating civil disturbances on base.
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
- Advised Maintenance Control Officer regarding needed repairs and material readiness.
- Implemented emergency issue resolutions to save time and maintain efficiency in response to diverse issues.
- Managed logbooks and controlled building entrances and exits for daily operations for a military prison for over 100 days, providing security presence for over 400 people.
- Enhanced emergency preparedness, commanding oversight and maintenance off tactical plans, equipment and weapons.
- Authored daily activity, incident and irregularity reports.
- Mitigated risk, providing immediate emergency response security.
- Protected lives and property of Camp Sabalu Harrison located at Bagram Air Force Base.
- Provided security presence by controlling CCTV, security lighting, gate systems and entry programs.
- Oversaw 50 staff members, boosted productivity and eliminated workflow downtime.
- Documented and organized security information accurately and efficiently.
- Monitored gate activities, controlled traffic and responded to emergencies on base.
- Received and carried out orders from Company Commander in order to help fulfill Company’s assigned duties.
- Responsible for leading a platoon of Soldiers (38 soldiers) that conducted prison operations, protected lives, and property.
- Oversaw the internment/resettlement operations (military prisoners and enemy combatants) for my assigned housing unit of over 400 enemy combatants.
- Supervised the planning, training, and/or execution of the additional four military police Battlefield functions: Maneuver and Mobility Support Operations (reconnaissance and surveillance), Area Security Operations (site security and response), Law & Order Operations (law enforcement and developing host-nation police forces), and Police Intelligence Operations.
- Managed schedule and shift minimums of the military prison to ensure minimum shift coverages were met.
- Gathered intelligence from subordinates and briefed my superiors on a weekly and bi-weekly basis.
- Oversaw the daily operations of a prisoner of war housing unit that consisted of 400 prisoners.
- Worked with an Afghan National Army Platoon in order to teach them how to properly manage a prison.
- Conducted and participated in all military police functions at the prison to include cell extractions, feeding prisoners, and escorting them to the recreation yard, etc.
- Identified new and innovative approaches to physical security training and executed training to direct and guide physical security staff.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Inspected suspicious activities and monitored premises for criminal acts and rule infractions.
- Monitored employee activities, confirming compliance with security regulations.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks and visitors.
- Permitted entry with escort for approved persons into secure locations.
Deputy Sheriff, Road Patrol
Nye County Sheriff's Office
Beatty, NV
01.2003 - 03.2005
- Gathered information and evidence to assist in solving crimes.
- Maintained employees' job performances in conformance with corporate policies and procedures.
- Maintained structure and security during court proceedings.
- Researched and analyzed crime statistics to maintain awareness and knowledge.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence and recorded witness statements.
- Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
- Served court documents and completed civil process duties for cases until promoted to Sergeant in 2005.
- Managed debriefings for criminal subjects to acquire data relevant to investigations.
- Served court documents and completed civil process duties for 30 cases over 2 years.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Reduced risk by accurately monitoring and evaluating criminal prosecutorial data while managing crime scenes.
- Interviewed criminal targets and witnesses to uncover facts for verification and authentication.
- Assessed and analyzed data to clarify course of criminal prosecution.
- Served as a Police Officer in direct support for the Main Hospital based in Aurora, Colorado.
- Investigated violations of federal and state laws, VA rules and regulations; investigations such as theft, damage of government property, and assaults.
- Developed cases, conducted interviews, interrogations, made apprehensions and arrests in order to further process individuals; exercised full power of detention and apprehension including carrying a firearm and reading suspects their constitutional rights and Weingarten advisement.
- Responded to emergency calls, complaints, and other calls for service during the watch; enforced traffic laws and issued citations for safety violations; subdued and disarmed those who did violence to other persons.
- Assisted the injured and administered first aid; gathered and analyzed facts; seized and protected evidence; interviewed witnesses and took statements; advised violators of rights; made diagrams; and determined whether facts warranted apprehension/detention or lesser action.
- Conducted criminal, incident, and accident investigations.
- Exercised sound judgement in the use of all assigned firearms and equipment.
- Verified credentials of personnel for restricted and authorized areas.
- Assisted all Veterans that came onto VA property as well as visitors and staff.
- Communicated both orally and in writing with individuals of various backgrounds and ethnicities daily.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH12.2010
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, IL06.2005
Associate of Science - Social And Behavioral Science
Butte College
Oroville, CA06.1998
Skills
- Law enforcement practices
- Law enforcement experience
- Crime scene preservation
- Investigating crimes
- Supervising investigations
- Spanish fluency
- Witness interrogations and interviews
- Affidavits
- Interrogation
- Detailed report writing
- Case Report Development
- Evidence recording
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Training
LEADERSHIP TRAINING & EXPERIENCE
2013 Police Officer Management Course
Nevada Police Officer’s Standards and Training (POST), 200 hours
2013 Logistics Captain Career Course
U.S. Army, Fort Lee, 160 hours
2011 Formal Leadership/Management/Supervisor Training Course
The United States Army, Military Police Officer Diploma, 640 hours
2011 O.C.S./Basic Management/Supervisor Training Course
The Nevada Army National Guard, 320 hours
2007 First Line Supervise Course
Nye County Sheriff’s Office, 45 hours
OCCUPATIONAL RELATED TRAINING
2022 Law Enforcement K-9 Instructor – Handler Course
Little Rock Training Academy, 320 hours
2020 Fact Finding Course
Veteran Affairs Law Enforcement Training Center, 24 hours
2019 Basic Instructor Training Course
Veteran Affairs Law Enforcement Training Center (LETC), 80 hours
2017 Basic Academy Police Officer Course
VA LETC, 400 hours
2016 EEO Awareness Training
The United States Army Nevada National Guard, 8 hours
2015 Human Trafficking Course
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, 24 hours
2010 Active Shooter Course
Nye County Sheriff’s Office, 40 hours
2008 Public Information Officer Course
Henderson Police Department, 24 hours
2008 Child Sexual Assault Investigation Course
Nye County Sheriff’s Office, 36 hours
2007 Advanced Interview and Interrogations Course
Interview and Interrogations Institute, 40 hours
2005 Basic Interview and Interrogations Course
Interview and Interrogations Institute, 40 hours
2005 Basic Instructor Development Course
Nye County Sheriff’s Office, 40 hours
1998 Radar Certification Course
Nye County Sheriff’s Office, 80 hours
1997 Nevada In Lieu of Academy Police Officer Standards & Training (POST) Course
State of Nevada POST Academy, 80 hours
1996 CA Basic POST Academy Certificate
Butte College Law Enforcement Academy, 500 + hours
Affiliations
- Veterans of Foreign Wars
- The National Guardsmen’s Association of the United States
Honors and Awards
- Army Meritorious Service Medal
- Army Good Conduct Medal
- Army Commendation Medal
- Army Achievement Medal
- Afghan Campaign Ribbon
- Medal of Valor (Awarded by State of Nevada)
Timeline
Special Agent (GS-11)
United States Veterans Affairs
05.2019 - Current
Police Officer
The United States Veterans Affairs
05.2018 - 05.2022
Police Officer
Nye County Sheriff's Office
04.2018 - 03.2022
Captain
United States Army National Guard
06.2015 - 06.2017
Detective Sergeant
Nye County Sheriff's Office
04.2012 - 10.2015
Platoon Leader, Military Police
United States Army National Guard
08.2010 - 02.2012
Police Sergeant, Patrol
Nye County Sheriff's Office
03.2005 - 10.2015
Deputy Sheriff, Road Patrol
Nye County Sheriff's Office
01.2003 - 03.2005
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
American InterContinental University
Associate of Science - Social And Behavioral Science
Butte College