GREGORY REYES
NEW BRAUNFELS
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in safety and education, notably as a School Safety Readiness Specialist with the TxSSC, Safety and Security Coordinator with Del Valle ISD, and School Emergency Management Safety Specialist with Mutualinks Inc.. Proven expertise in emergency management and training development, complemented by strong verbal communication and crisis resolution skills. Committed to fostering safe learning environments and enhancing student engagement through innovative strategies.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher – IRB
Farias-Spitzer Elementary School / Comal ISD
TOTAL TIME – 4 MONTHS
- Developed individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Implemented adaptive teaching strategies to support student engagement and participation.
- Utilized assistive technology to enhance learning experiences for students.
School Emergency Management Safety Specialist / Client Solutions Executive
Mutualink Inc.
TOTAL TIME – 2 YEARS
- Responsible for consulting in all areas of School Safety and Emergency Management.
- Responsible for direct sales accounts for school districts, charter schools, and college districts in Texas.
- Conducted safety audits to identify potential hazards with school districts, municipalities, and hospital districts.
- Assisted in creating safety policies aligned with industry regulations.
School Safety Readiness Specialist
Texas School Safety Center
TOTAL TIME – 1 YEAR
- Responsible for reviewing all emergency operations plans for compliance for ESC Region 10.
- Developed new templates and checklists for school districts to utilize while developing their EOP’s.
- Conducted training seminars in large group presentations.
- Assisted in evaluating school safety plans and policies for compliance.
- Coordinated safety drills and emergency response exercises across multiple campuses.
- Facilitated workshops to educate staff on student safety protocols.
Safety & Security Coordinator / Training Coordinator
Del Valle ISD Police Department
TOTAL TIME – 2 YEARS 6 MONTHS
- Responsible for all areas of safety & security.
- Oversaw all required TCOLE training.
- Reviewed and vetted safety products for implementation.
- Organized drills to test the effectiveness of emergency preparedness plans.
- Ensured compliance with security policies and procedures through regular audits and reviews.
- Provided support during crisis situations by coordinating resources between internal departments and external agencies.
- Developed and implemented emergency response plans with local authorities.
- Trained staff on security protocols and procedures effectively.
Sergeant Investigator
Frio County Sheriff’s Office
TOTAL TIME – 3 YEARS 2 MONTHS
- Responsible for all criminal investigations.
- Oversaw all sex crimes and maintained the sex offender registry program.
- Maintained evidence storage integrity by following established protocols and procedures.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement agencies to share information related to ongoing investigations.
- Developed effective working relationships with prosecutors, defense attorneys, judges and other stakeholders involved in criminal justice system.
- Investigated criminal cases by gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting findings and recommended actions for prosecution.
Criminal Justice Teacher
Southwest ISD & Northeast ISD
TOTAL TIME – 7 YEARS
- Developed lesson plans on criminal justice topics for diverse student groups in five areas of pedagogy.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to engage students in critical thinking exercises.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance student engagement and understanding.
- Coordinated guest speakers from local law enforcement officials to discuss current trends in crime prevention methods.
Chief of Police
Von Ormy Police Department
TOTAL TIME – 2 YEARS
- Responsible for the reactivation application and setup of the police department.
- Oversaw all areas of the agency startup, including hiring of officers.
- Developed training initiatives for officers on emergency response and conflict resolution.
- Implemented new policies to improve departmental efficiency and accountability standards.
- Collaborated with local agencies to address crime trends and community concerns.
- Supervised staff of officers and other personnel within the department.
City Marshal
Von Ormy City Marshal’s Office
TOTAL TIME – 3 YEARS 10 MONTHS
- Held the positions of Lieutenant and was promoted to Chief Deputy and to the City Marshal position.
- Responsible for all areas of agency operations and agency administration.
- Educated the public on safety practices and community programs.
- Implemented new policies to improve departmental efficiency and accountability standards.
- Conducted performance evaluations for officers, providing feedback and support as needed.
- Monitored daily operations of the department to ensure efficiency.
Chief of Police
Somerset Police Department
TOTAL TIME – 2 YEARS
- Responsible for all areas of agency operations and agency administration.
- Managed daily operations of police department, ensuring effective law enforcement services.
- Implemented new policies to improve departmental efficiency and accountability standards.
- Conducted performance evaluations for officers, providing feedback and support as needed.
- Facilitated regular meetings with staff to discuss challenges and share best practices.
- Maintained a budget for the police department ensuring fiscal responsibility.
- Oversaw recruitment efforts for new officers including background checks and interviews.
- Advised city government officials on matters related to public safety.
Training Coordinator/Campus Officer
Southwest ISD Police Department
TOTAL TIME – 4 YEARS 6 MONTHS
- Developed training materials and resources for law enforcement education.
- Coordinated training sessions for police department personnel to enhance skills.
- Collaborated with law enforcement experts to update curriculum content regularly.
- Maintained accurate records of all trainings conducted.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in employees' skills and knowledge.
Education
M.S - EMERGENCY & DISASTER MANAGEMENT
AMERICAN MILITARY UNIVERSITY
06.2025
B.S. - CRIMINAL JUSTICE ADMINISTRATION
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
11.2016
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION - CRIMINAL JUSTICE MANAGER
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
11.2016
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION - POLICE CHIEF
BILL BLACKWOOD LAW ENFORCEMENT MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE OF TEXAS
11.2012
REGION 20 ALTERNATIVE CERTIFICATION -
09.2010
HOURS EARNED -
SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE
09.2008
PEACE OFFICER CERTIFICATION -
ALAMO AREA COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENT LAW ENFORCEMENT ACADEMY
08.2003
Skills
- Master Peace Officer
- Certified Criminal Justice Manager
- Certified Evidence Room Manager
- Certified Police Instructor
- Certified First Line Supervisor
- Certified School-Based Law Enforcement Officer
- Mental Health Officer Instructor
- Death Scene Investigator
- Sexual Assault Family Violence Investigator
- Juvenile Crisis Intervention Officer
- Mental Health Officer
- Intermediate Crime Scene Investigator
- Certified Conflict Resolution Peer Mediation Officer
- International Police Mountain Bike Association Certified Cyclist
- Highway Drug Interdiction
- Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner
- Certified CTE Criminal Justice Teacher
- Emergency management
- Research
- Time management
- Dependable and responsible
- Verbal communication
- Calm under pressure
- Decision-making
- Public speaking
- Conflict resolution
- Crisis communication
- Training development
- Safety audits
- Risk assessment
Honors And Awards
- Valdomero E Carrizales Life Time of Dedication Award, 2022-09-01
- City of Von Ormy Inspiration Award, 2014-06-01
- MADD Enforcement Hero Award, 2013-05-01
- SAISD Police Department’s Gold Command Award for Excellence, 2007-12-01
- Gold Command Award for Excellence, 2007-06-01
- Gold Command Award for Excellence, 2006-12-01
- Gold Command Award for Excellence, 2006-03-01
- Letter of Recognition SAISD Police Department, 2006-12-01
- Honor Graduate Award, 2003-08-01
Accomplishments
- Recipient of the Valdomero E Carrizales Life Time of Dedication Award, September 2022
- Recipient of the City of Von Ormy Inspiration Award, June 2014
- Recipient of the MADD Enforcement Hero Award, May 2013
- Recipient of the SAISD Police Department’s
- Gold Command Award for Excellence, December 2007,
- Gold Command Award for Excellence, June 2007,
- Gold Command Award for Excellence, December 2006,
- Gold Command Award for Excellence, March 2006
- Letter of Recognition SAISD Police Department, December 2006
- Recipient of the Honor Graduate Award, AACOG Law Enforcement Academy, August 2003
Certification
- Mental Health First Aid, February 2023
- Behavioral Threat Assessment, October 2022
- EM Exercise Evaluator, April 2023
- Basic Incident Command, December 2022
- Civilian Response to Active Shooter Instructor, November 2023
- Public Information Officer, December 2022
- Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment, May 2023
- Emergency Management planning, December 2022
- Master Peace Officer, September 2013
- Certified Criminal Justice Manager, November 2016
- Certified Evidence Room Manager, April 2014
- Certified Police Instructor, AACOG November 2007
- Certified First Line Supervisor, August 2012
- Certified School-Based Law Enforcement Officer, August 2021
- Mental Health Officer Instructor, June 2008
- Death Scene Investigator, Texas A&M University, July 2014
- Sexual Assault Family Violence Investigator, December 2017
- Juvenile Crisis Intervention Officer, November 2006
- Mental Health Officer, September 2013
- Certified Conflict Resolution Peer Mediation Officer, September 2004
- Certified CTE Criminal Justice Teacher, August 2010
FEMA Courses
- IS-29a Public Information Officer Certificate
- IS-100.c Introduction Incident Command Certificate
- IS-200.c Basic Incident Command Certificate
- IS-230.E_Fundamentals of Emergency Management certificate
- IS-235C Emergency Planning certificate
- IS 360 Preparing for mass casualty incidents certificate
- IS-362A MULTIHAZARD EMERGENCY PLANNING FOR SCHOOLS certificate
- IS 363 INTRODUCTION TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT FOR HIGHER EDUCATION CERTIFICATE
- IS-366.A Planning for the Needs of Children in Disasters
- IS-368 Including People With Disabilities & Others With Access Disaster Operations Certificate
- IS-520 Introduction to Continuity of Operations Planning for Pandemic Influenzas certificate
- IS-700 B An Introduction to the National Incident Management System Certificate
- IS 703.B National Incident Management System Resource Management certificate
- IS-800.D: National Response Framework, An Introduction
- IS-0906 Workplace Security Awareness certificate
- IS-0907 - Active Shooter What You Can Do certificate
- IS-1300 Introduction to Continuity of Operations certificate
- IS-130.A: How to be an Exercise Evaluator
- IS-0318 Mitigation Planning for Local and Tribal Communities certificate
- AWR401-W Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment and Certificate
- Disaster Recovery Awareness (AWR408)
- AWR-375 Risk Management for After School Activities and Interscholastic Athletics
- Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events Instructor 2.0
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher – IRB
Farias-Spitzer Elementary School / Comal ISD
School Emergency Management Safety Specialist / Client Solutions Executive
Mutualink Inc.
School Safety Readiness Specialist
Texas School Safety Center
Safety & Security Coordinator / Training Coordinator
Del Valle ISD Police Department
Sergeant Investigator
Frio County Sheriff’s Office
Criminal Justice Teacher
Southwest ISD & Northeast ISD
Chief of Police
Von Ormy Police Department
City Marshal
Von Ormy City Marshal’s Office
Chief of Police
Somerset Police Department
Training Coordinator/Campus Officer
Southwest ISD Police Department
M.S - EMERGENCY & DISASTER MANAGEMENT
AMERICAN MILITARY UNIVERSITY
B.S. - CRIMINAL JUSTICE ADMINISTRATION
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION - CRIMINAL JUSTICE MANAGER
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION - POLICE CHIEF
BILL BLACKWOOD LAW ENFORCEMENT MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE OF TEXAS
REGION 20 ALTERNATIVE CERTIFICATION -
HOURS EARNED -
SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE
PEACE OFFICER CERTIFICATION -
ALAMO AREA COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENT LAW ENFORCEMENT ACADEMY
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