Gregory Duarte
Round Rock
Summary
Strategic Chief of Police known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in community policing, crisis management, and law enforcement technology. Excel in leadership, communication, and decision-making, ensuring effective team performance and positive community relations.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief of Police
City of Uhland
Upland
02.2024 - Current
- Enforced local laws and ordinances to maintain public safety.
- Developed community policing initiatives to enhance public trust and engagement.
- Managed emergency response operations during critical incidents.
- Oversaw training programs for new officers on procedures and policies.
- Collaborated with local agencies to address crime prevention strategies.
- Conducted regular evaluations of departmental procedures for efficiency improvements.
- Communicated effectively with community members to resolve conflicts and concerns.
- Fostered a positive work environment through effective management techniques.
- Created training programs for new officers and ongoing training for existing staff.
- Monitored daily operations of the department to ensure efficiency.
- Maintained a budget for the police department ensuring fiscal responsibility.
- Supervised staff of officers and other personnel within the department.
- Oversaw recruitment efforts for new officers including background checks and interviews.
- Participated in community events such as parades or fundraisers in order to promote good relations between citizens and police force.
- Developed strategies for improving officer morale while maintaining high ethical standards.
- Advised city government officials on matters related to public safety.
- Collaborated with outside law enforcement agencies on regional initiatives.
- Conducted investigations into criminal activity or complaints against officers.
- Addressed citizen inquiries regarding police services at public forums or via telephone calls and emails.
- Organized regular meetings with community leaders to discuss public safety concerns.
- Established relationships with local businesses, schools, churches, and other organizations in order to build trust between citizens and police force.
- Reviewed and updated police department policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with divisional commanders to maintain consistency in all operations.
Police Sergeant
Rollingwood Police Department
Rollingwood, TX
02.2020 - 01.2024
- Supervise subordinate officers.
- Review and approve reports, case files, warrants, video footage, supplements and other work products generated by Rollingwood officers.
- Generate and submit required reports to include statistical and analytical.
- Order authorized uniforms and equipment from vendors.
- Investigate citizen complaints and commendations, conduct internal investigations, and make recommendations as to the appropriate course of action.
- Conduct inspections on personnel, uniforms, equipment, and vehicles. Ensure all department assets are being properly maintained and are in operational condition.
- Objectively evaluate officers’ performance.
- Assist the Chief of Police in the development of departmental policies and procedures.
- Interview, suspects, witnesses, or victims of crime.
- Testify in court.
- Enforce the law and make arrests when appropriate.
- Assist in the training of officers.
- Respond to calls for service and engage in proactive patrol. Protect the community.
- Assume command at major incidents and promptly notify the chain of command.
- Maintain body worn cameras and police unit video systems.
- Assumes command of the department in the absence of the police chief.
Detective
Rollingwood Police Department
Rollingwood
09.2013 - 02.2020
- Oversee criminal cases, coordinate investigations and prepare evidence and reports for court cases.
- Follow constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Deliver calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Obtain and verify evidence by interviewing, observing and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
- Mark off crime scenes and control access to protect evidence from tampering or loss.
- Identify witnesses and collect statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
- Train team members on agency processes, court procedures, and investigation strategies.
- Talk regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become a familiar presence in the area.
- Monitor crowded public areas and events to mitigate and promote safety.
Police Sergeant
Mustang Ridge Police Department
Mustang Ridge
03.2012 - 09.2013
- Increased field contacts, vehicle stops, criminal arrests, and traffic citation volumes by effectively leading my department and establishing operational goals.
- Verified and authenticated validity and admissibility of evidence and preserved its integrity for court hearings while testifying under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.
- Educated staff members on proper field procedures to boost efficiency and public trust in officers.
- Assisted Lieutenant with criminal investigations.
- Wrote up reports, affidavits, and warrants.
Police Corporal
West Lake Hills Police Department
West Lake Hills
10.2007 - 02.2012
- Effectively reduced risks by reviewing and assessing criminal prosecution information, including complaints, citations and search warrants while ensuring complete accuracy when processing crime scenes.
- Streamlined productivity by performing candidate background checks, conducting training sessions and evaluating performance.
- Initiated and promoted successful investigation completion by interviewing subjects, targets, and witnesses to verify details and corroborate facts.
- Strengthened traceability by developing systems for criminal prosecutorial case logs, crime reports, investigations, suspect records and operational agendas.
Patrol Officer
Mustang Ridge Police Department
Mustang Ridge
06.2006 - 10.2007
- Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, including evidence collection and witness statements.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
Senior Deputy
Travis County Constable Precinct 4
Austin
02.2000 - 06.2006
- Supervised Deputies.
- Trained new Deputies.
- Assisted in the civil process service.
- Served court documents (warrants) and made arrests.
Education
Capco Police Academy -
Austin, TXHigh School Diploma -
Travis High School
Austin, TXSkills
- Witness interviews
- Writing affidavits
- Investigating crimes
- Evidence Technician
- Interrogation
- Supervising investigations
- Investigate citizen complaints and commendations
- Supervise subordinate officers
- Writing case reports
- Interview, suspects, witnesses or victims of crime & testify in courts
- Community policing
- Leading team operations
- Team leadership skills
- Assigning cases
- Generate and submit required reports
- Enforce the law and make arrests
- Evaluated Officers performance
- Code Enforcement
- Policy development
- Budget management
- Training development
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Special events coordination
- Internal affairs
- Evidence handling
- Building new police departments
Certification
- Capco Police Academy, 2000, Austin, TX
- Master Peace Officer License
- Criminal Investigation Certification
- Background Investigator Certification
- First Line Supervisor Certification
- Evidence Tech Certification
- Crime Prevention Certification
- Field Training Officer Certification
- Marine Safety Enforcement Officer Certification
- Civil Process Certification
- Taser Instructor Certification
- Intoxilyzer Operator Certification
- Firearms Proficiency Officer Certification
Timeline
Chief of Police
City of Uhland
02.2024 - Current
Police Sergeant
Rollingwood Police Department
02.2020 - 01.2024
Detective
Rollingwood Police Department
09.2013 - 02.2020
Police Sergeant
Mustang Ridge Police Department
03.2012 - 09.2013
Police Corporal
West Lake Hills Police Department
10.2007 - 02.2012
Patrol Officer
Mustang Ridge Police Department
06.2006 - 10.2007
Senior Deputy
Travis County Constable Precinct 4
02.2000 - 06.2006
Capco Police Academy -
High School Diploma -
Travis High School