ERNESTO DUEÑAS
Spring
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven law enforcement professional with six years of experience in maintaining public safety, preventing crime, and upholding the law. Proven track record of effectively responding to emergency situations, conducting thorough investigations, and fostering positive community relationships. Highly skilled in law enforcement procedures, communication, problem-solving, and leadership, with a strong commitment to community policing and public service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Constable Precinct 4
Mark Herman's, Harris County Constable Office
10.2022 - Current
- Serves civil papers and executes warrants.
- Assists new officers in the field and provides instruction on proper procedure for serving civil process to an individual or group.
- Provides public assistance to the general public.
- Provides traffic enforcement and control.
- Maintains TCOLE licence certification through approved training.
- Enforces traffic laws including school zones, construction zones, subdivisions and County roads.
- Prepares written and oral reports and presentations.
- Follows up on cases being investigated and assists other agencies (e.g. Fire, EMS, Department of Public Safety and other public safety agencies) and testifies in courts as needed.
- Maintains a high profile in the community and participates in community outreach and education programs as required by the Constable.
- Observes activities and initiates appropriate actions while on patrol.
- Responds to major traffic accidents and assists medical personnel as needed.
- Performs civil standby to ensure no violence occurs between members of the public.
- Answers civil questions and assists public with non-law enforcement related problems.
- Executes warrants on wanted persons and extradites wanted persons from other jails.
- Responds to emergencies and criminal incidents.
Deputy Sheriff
Harris County Sheriff's Office
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Conduct patrols to deter criminal activity and ensure public safety across assigned areas
- Respond to emergency calls, incidents, disturbances, and critical situations, providing immediate assistance and securing scenes
- Enforce state laws, county ordinances, and traffic regulations, issuing citations and performing arrests when necessary.
- Testify in legal proceeding as required.
- Collaborate with Fire, local police agencies, and other public safety departments to support coordinated operations.
- Follow departmental policies, maintain TCOLE/POST certifications, and participate in ongoing training.
Detention Officer
Harris County Sheriff's Office
07.2019 - 10.2021
- Maintained care, custody, and control over individuals housed at the Harris County Jail.
- Ensured the safety and security of inmates and staff, following all policies and procedures.
- Assisted with the housing of individuals awaiting trial or commitment to the Texas Department of Corrections.
Education
Business Marketing - Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
University of Melbourne
12.2017
Business Management - Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Menzies Institute of Technology
01.2015
High School Education - undefined
Colegio Militar General Tomas Regalado
01.2006
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Communication
- Field Training & Officer Development
- Cultural Competence
- Adaptability
- Problem Solving
Certification
- Basic Instructor Course 05/09/2025 – Harris Constable PCT4
- Crowd Control 08/27/2025 - Harris Constable PCT4
- Basics Of Civil Process 12/30/2024 – OSS Academy
- Gangs 07/02/2024 – Office of the Inspector General -TBCJ
- Family Violence 11/21/2022 – Harris Constable PCT4
- Tactical First Aid 10/5/2021 – Harris County Sheriff´s Academy
LANGUAGES
English Native
Spanish Native
Timeline
Deputy Constable Precinct 4
Mark Herman's, Harris County Constable Office
10.2022 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
Harris County Sheriff's Office
10.2021 - 10.2022
Detention Officer
Harris County Sheriff's Office
07.2019 - 10.2021
Business Management - Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Menzies Institute of Technology
High School Education - undefined
Colegio Militar General Tomas Regalado
Business Marketing - Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
University of Melbourne