Gage Whatley
Bivins,USA
Summary
Motivated Criminal Justice student with a strong interest in public safety seeking an internship with the Texas Department of Public Safety – Highway Patrol Division. Eager to contribute to public safety efforts, gain valuable field experience, and advance a career in law enforcement.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Public Safety Officer
Texas State University Police Department
11.2024 - Current
- Conduct safety patrols and respond to incidents across campus
- Enforce parking and university regulations
- Assist with traffic and pedestrian control at university events
- Trained in radio communication and situational awareness
- Maintain professional conduct in coordination with sworn officers
- Performed crowd control duties during large gatherings or events, maintaining order while prioritizing the safety of all attendees.
- Patrolled assigned areas on foot, horseback or by vehicle.
Bobcat SafeRide Supervisor
Texas State University Police Department
09.2023 - 09.2024
A night program that provided our Bobcat students with safe and timely transportation from campus to a desired location. As a supervisor, was in charge of a nightly shift, fleet servicing, and directly communicating with our Bobcats.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX12-2025
Skills
- Radio Communication Protocols
- Report Writing & Documentation
- Basic Incident Response
- Decision-making
- Conflict De-escalation
- Chain of Command Familiarity
- Adaptability in High-Stress Situations
- Integrity and ethics
- Security management
- Traffic control
- First aid administration
- Public safety management
Certification
- ALERRT Level 1 Active Shooter Response
- CJIS Security Awareness Training
Law Enforcement Experience
Public Safety Officer, Texas State University Police Department, San Marcos, TX, Nov. 2024, Present, Conduct safety patrols and respond to incidents across campus, Enforce parking and university regulations, Assist with traffic and pedestrian control at university events, Trained in radio communication and situational awareness, Maintain professional conduct in coordination with sworn officers
Timeline
Public Safety Officer
Texas State University Police Department
11.2024 - Current
Bobcat SafeRide Supervisor
Texas State University Police Department
09.2023 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Texas State University
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