Dustin Balfanz
Harwood
Summary
I have worked in law enforcement, corrections, public service, public education as well as being a team member. I have accountability and integrity and know when the job has been done correctly. I have experience in investigation, preserving a crime scene and working well with the public.
Overview
1
1
Certification
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Texas Game Warden
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department | State of Texas
11.2008 - 04.2026
- Enforced all state laws related to conservation and public safety
- Conducted land / water search and rescue operations
- Provided public safety and emergency management during natural disasters and emergencies
- Coordinated safety and security for large public events
- Conducted conservation education and community outreach initiatives
- Responded to and coordinated homeland security operations
- Investigated and documented incidents to determine causes and prevent future occurrences
- Utilized State and federal web sites
- Utilized Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Probation Officer
24th Judicial District Community Supervision & Corrections Department
01.2003 - 10.2008
- Supervised and coordinated a work crew completing community service projects
- Conducted pre-sentence investigations for court officials
- Provided supervision for felony and misdemeanor offenders
- Served as a professional witness in the judicial system
- Managed a specialized caseload of sex offenders
- Collaborated with local, state, and federal agencies for networking opportunities
- Developed relationships with [x] new staff members, and assisted [x] existing staff members in their career development
Produce Clerk
HEB
07.1998 - 01.2003
- Collaborated with team members to share information and insights
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks
- Ensured compliance with all store regulations
- Provided exceptional customer service
- Performed standard operating duties
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Victoria College
Victoria, TXMaster of Arts - Interdisciplinary studies, Criminal Justice and Communications
University of Houston-Victoria
Victoria, TX05.2008
Bachelors degree - Criminal Justice
University of Houston-Victoria
Victoria, TX12.2003
Skills
- Leadership Experience
- Management, Integrity
- Time management
- Microsoft excel, Computer literacy, Microsoft word, Powerpoint, Problem solving
- Patrol techniques
- Crime scene investigation
- Community engagement
- Law enforcement
- Communications
Certification
Master Peace officer license awarded 05/23/2016, Firearms Instructor Proficiency 09/14/2018, FEMA advanced ICS 300-400, 89th Session State and Federal Law update 10/26/2025, Background Investigations 01/28/2025, ALLERT Level 1 02/22/2024, Informed Response- Sexual Assault/Violence 12/12/2023, Glock Armorer/ Gunsmith 08/02/2023, Records System management 03/21/2023, Use of force 04/01/2025, 3830 General First Aid Training 11/08/2022, 5999 TS-Off. Survival-Physiological Response, Cultural Awareness 12/05/2021, DPS Interdiction for children , 1849 De-Escalation Techniques 08/21/20, 30418 Civilian Interaction training 01/18/2019, 3280 Criminal Investigations 04/02/2014, 3224 Child Abuse (POSEIT) 04/05/2013, 3254 Sex Offender characteristics 04/05/2013, 3214 Family Violence 04/03/2013, Basic TCOLE Instructors Proficiency course 03/02/2017
Timeline
Texas Game Warden
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department | State of Texas
11.2008 - 04.2026
Probation Officer
24th Judicial District Community Supervision & Corrections Department
01.2003 - 10.2008
Produce Clerk
HEB
07.1998 - 01.2003
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Victoria College
Master of Arts - Interdisciplinary studies, Criminal Justice and Communications
University of Houston-Victoria
Bachelors degree - Criminal Justice
University of Houston-Victoria
Awards
Directors citation 07/20/2017, USCGA Flotilla 5-14 Cedar Creek Lake