Gary Fernandez
Temecula
Summary
Dedicated Tribal Ranger with expertise in community policing and emergency management. Committed to integrity, adaptability, and mentoring others to enhance public safety and departmental effectiveness.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tribal Ranger
Pechanga Tribal Ranger Department
Temecula, CA
02.2023 - Current
- Conduct routine patrols, and enforce laws and ordinances to maintain safety and security within tribal jurisdiction.
- Enforce traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Respond to emergency calls, providing timely assistance and support to members, guests and government employees..
- Investigate and prepare detailed reports documenting incidents, vehicle collisions, arrests, damage and Ranger observations.
- Serve as a mentor for fellow Rangers, sharing knowledge and fostering professional growth within the department.
- Assist and provide coverage for the SRO during absences or high-demand periods.
Officer
California Highway Patrol
San Bernardino County, CA
01.1995 - 01.2015
- Enforced traffic and criminal laws to ensure public safety and compliance - issuing citations, making physical arrests and testifying in court.
- Conducted thorough investigations of minor, major and fatal collisions, as well as Haz Mat and criminal incidents, while assuming the role of scene manager at most incidents.
- Led public safety campaigns to educate citizens on road safety practices.
- Served as a Field Training Officer, training and evaluating new Officers progress through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Served as Public Information Officer (PIO) creating informative media press releases of incidents and departmental events and achievements.
- Managed crisis communications during emergencies, ensuring accurate and timely information dissemination.
- Conducted live and recorded media interviews for television and radio..
- Served as Officer In Charge in the absence of shift Sergeants.
- Reviewed and filed felony reports and cases with the DA's Office.
- Conducted vehicle VIN inspections and auto theft follow-up.
Distribution Manager
Barnes Wholesale Drug Company
Inglewood, CA
06.1984 - 01.1995
- Oversaw daily distribution operations, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
- Trained, mentored and evaluated a staff of 50 employees in five separate warehouse departments on best practices in distribution management, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Education
Graduated And Promoted To Officer -
California Highway Patrol Academy
Sacramento, CASkills
- Community policing and patrol
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Investigative skills and reports
- Field training
- Law enforcement
- Emergency and scene management
- Human relations
- Teamwork
- Integrity and honesty
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- POST Certificate[Timeframe]
- BSIS Certifications; Guard; Exposed Firearm, Baton
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Tribal Ranger
Pechanga Tribal Ranger Department
02.2023 - Current
Officer
California Highway Patrol
01.1995 - 01.2015
Distribution Manager
Barnes Wholesale Drug Company
06.1984 - 01.1995
Graduated And Promoted To Officer -
California Highway Patrol Academy