Edgar Galdamez
Melissa
Summary
Dedicated Field Training Officer with proven skills in officer training, relationship building, and team management. Committed to enhancing operational readiness and fostering collaboration among team members. Dedicated to providing valuable training that falls in line with Departmental Policy and Procedures.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
McKinney Police Department
McKinney, TX
01.2023 - Current
- Am currently a Field Training Officer and have facilitated comprehensive training for new officers to enhance operational readiness and effectiveness.
- Guided and supported team members as a shift leader, enhancing overall performance and collaboration.
- Chosen to serve on Chiefs Advisory Board, providing a voice for shift members and facilitating communication.
Senior Police Officer
Bakersfield Police Department
Bakersfield, CA
06.2014 - 12.2022
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with departmental policies and procedures and state laws.
- Was a Field Training Officer for over 6 years and trained a number of new officers in a high crime area.
- Worked as a Canine Handler and am a Use of Force subject matter expert.
- Conducted thorough investigations, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to resolve cases efficiently.
- Trained and mentored junior officers, fostering professional development within the department.
Deputy Sheriff
Kern County Sheriffs Office
Kern County, CA
05.2013 - 06.2014
- Worked in a custodial setting and oversaw inmate custody.
- Conducted thorough criminal investigations to ensure safety and security within custodial settings, while documenting findings in detailed offense reports.
- Collaborated with allied agencies to manage and coordinate booking processes for arrestees.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Porterville College
Porterville, CASkills
- Taser Instructor
- Collapsible Baton Instructor
- Use of Force and Report Writing Instructor
- Relationship building and management
- Planning and coordination
- Officer training
Accomplishments
- Earned a Chiefs Commendation in 2018 for a Narcotics investigation that led to the seizure of a large amount of illegal narcotics.
- Seized 28 Kilos of Methamphetamine and Cocaine as a Canine Handler while working with allied partners.
- Earned a Life-Saving Award and Medal in 2024 from the Chief of Police as well as the McKinney Fire Department.
- Several Supervisor Commendations for thorough investigations and exceptional leadership in fast evolving situations.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Police Officer
McKinney Police Department
01.2023 - Current
Senior Police Officer
Bakersfield Police Department
06.2014 - 12.2022
Deputy Sheriff
Kern County Sheriffs Office
05.2013 - 06.2014
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Porterville College