Dock Ballard
Terrell,TX
Summary
Seasoned Detective with a robust background at Terrell Police Department, adept in criminal investigations and showcasing exceptional team leadership skills. Excelled in case management, employing advanced interview techniques and evidence collection, significantly enhancing collaborative efforts with federal agencies. Trained peers, improving investigative competencies department-wide, demonstrating a commitment to public safety and justice.
Also experienced in Patrol Tactics, SWAT Operations, Advanced Accident Investigations and Narcotic Operations
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detective
Terrell Police Department
11.1999 - Current
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Prioritized multiple active cases efficiently by continually reassessing urgency levels based on emerging factors such as public safety concerns or new leads.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while sharing vital intelligence with appropriate colleagues for effective case resolution.
- Interviewed suspects and witnesses using skilled interrogation techniques for gathering crucial information related to investigations.
- Mentored junior detectives to improve their investigative skills, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
- Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
- Developed strong relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies for collaborative efforts in solving high-profile cases.
- Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures and investigation strategies.
Police Officer
West Tawakoni Police Department
04.1998 - 11.1999
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
911 Public Safety Telecommunicator
Terrell Police Department
08.1994 - 04.1998
- Ensured public safety by swiftly dispatching appropriate resources to the scene of incidents.
- Managed multiple computer systems simultaneously while fielding calls, resulting in seamless information flow between agencies.
- Trained new telecommunicators on software systems, policies, and procedures for efficient integration into the team.
- Achieved high levels of proficiency in multitasking by managing phones, radios, computers, and other equipment simultaneously under pressure.
- Coordinated with law enforcement agencies during high-risk incidents for a successful resolution.
- Assisted callers in emergency situations with appropriate information and support.
- Routed calls to police, fire, and ambulance service to meet individual call needs.
- Received public emergency and non-emergency calls and supervised response prioritization in order to effectively dispatch official units such as police, fire, and EMS while tracking data in real-time environments.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
TCOLE Certificate - Police Academy
High School Diploma -
05-1994
Skills
- Interview techniques
- Team leadership skills
- Information gathering
- Collecting evidence
- Case management
- Criminal investigations
- Covert surveillance
- Serving search warrants
- Scene processing
Certification
- Master Peace Officer
- SWAT
- Background Investigations
- Accident Reconstruction
- Basic Instructor
- Mental Health Officer
- D.E.A. Narcotic Investigations
Timeline
Detective - Terrell Police Department
11.1999 - Current
Police Officer - West Tawakoni Police Department
04.1998 - 11.1999
911 Public Safety Telecommunicator - Terrell Police Department
08.1994 - 04.1998
Trinity Valley Community College - No Degree, Criminal Justice
Cedar Valley Law Enforcement Academy - TCOLE Certificate, Police Academy
Terrell High School - High School Diploma,
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