Enrique (Rick) Saldana
79423,TX
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement leader with extensive experience as Chief of Police at Lubbock-Cooper ISD.
Expert in community engagement and strategic planning, successfully implemented crime prevention strategies and enhanced school safety.
Vast experience in completing and evaluating administrative and criminal investigations
Proven ability in emergency management and conflict resolution, fostering trust and collaboration among diverse stakeholders while optimizing departmental efficiency.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief of Police
Lubbock-Cooper ISD
Lubbock, TX
08.1999 - Current
- Led community engagement initiatives to foster trust and collaboration between law enforcement and school community
- Developed training programs to enhance officer preparedness in handling diverse situations effectively.
- Implemented crime prevention strategies that helped in incidents ensuring student safety.
- Coordinated with local agencies to streamline communication and response efforts during emergencies.
- Oversaw budget allocation for department resources, optimizing operational efficiency while maintaining service
- Established policies that enhanced transparency and accountability within the police department's operations.
- Implemented community-oriented policing initiatives, strengthening trust between officers, campus administrators, parents, and students
- Developed comprehensive training programs to ensure officer preparedness, resulting in increased professionalism and performance
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to enhance regional security and information sharing capabilities.
- Enhanced departmental efficiency with streamlined processes and updated technology systems.
- Promoted transparency and accountability with the implementation of body-worn cameras
- Created partnerships with local schools to implement anti-bullying programs addressing both physical altercations as well as cyberbullying incidents effectively.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with media outlets, ensuring accurate and transparent coverage of departmental activities at all times
- Conducted investigations to identify suspicious activities, violations of policies and regulations and potential threats.
- Coordinated with law enforcement agencies to respond to security incidents and emergencies.
Education
Master of Science - Education Administration
Lubbock Christian University
Lubbock, TX12.2009
Master of Science - Family Life Education
Lubbock Christian University
Lubbock, TX05.2007
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Lubbock Christian University
Lubbock, TX05.2004
Skills
- Law enforcement expertise
- Community engagement
- Media relations
- Tactical operations
- Strategic leadership
- Emergency management
- School safety
- Juvenile justice
- Investigative skills
- Community relations
- Conflict de-escalation
- Emergency response
- Problem-solving
- Conflict resolution
- Strategic planning
- Written communication
Accomplishments
2005 Master Texas Peace Officer
15 years service as Chief of Police
Projected Honorable Retirement June 2026
Certification
School Based Law Enforcement certification
Master Texas Peace Officer
TCOLE Basic Instructor
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Chief of Police
Lubbock-Cooper ISD
08.1999 - Current
Master of Science - Education Administration
Lubbock Christian University
Master of Science - Family Life Education
Lubbock Christian University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Lubbock Christian University