Howard Edward Dixon Jr
Del Valle,USA
Summary
Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Innovative technology professional with several years of diverse experience. Skilled in enhancing systems and aligning technical solutions with business objectives. Proven success in leading projects from start to finish and contributing to organizational growth and success.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Varsity Boys' Basketball Coach
Wayside Sci-Tech High School
2021.08 - Current
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance player performance and skill development.
- Led strategic planning for team operations, focusing on competitive game strategies and player engagement.
- Fostered a positive team culture through effective communication and conflict resolution among players and staff.
- Analyzed game footage to assess team strengths and weaknesses, informing future training sessions and tactics.
- Coordinated recruitment efforts to identify and attract talented players for varsity basketball program.
- Mentored coaching staff in best practices for athlete development and effective game management techniques.
- Evaluated individual player progress, adjusting training regimens to support personal growth and team goals.
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
Lead Investigator
Texas Department of Motor Vehicles Enforcement
2020.01 - Current
- Led investigations into motor vehicle fraud cases, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
- Developed strategic plans to enhance enforcement operations and improve investigative outcomes.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to gather intelligence and streamline investigation processes.
- Trained and mentored junior investigators on best practices in evidence collection and case management.
Lead Investigator V
Texas Department of Public Safety
2017.12 - Current
- Stay current in knowledge of the Texas Penal Code, Texas Health and Safety Code, Texas Administrative Code, Texas Transportation Code and Texas Occupations Code. Working knowledge of State and Federal regulations, legislation, guidelines, policies, procedures and problems affecting my assigned area. Coordinates with regulated businesses to effectively resolve complaints and use mediation methods before executing issuance of Notice of Violations or penalties. Review and evaluate public complaints to determine if a violation has occurred, evaluate complaints to determine if they meet regulatory statutes and rules and to make recommendations for referrals for criminal or administrative investigations or closure of the complaint. Available to provide guidance to regulated businesses and answer questions. Knowledge of investigative principles, techniques, and procedures; and of court procedures, practices and rules of evidence. Develop contacts and conduct interviews of witnesses to gather facts, evaluate documentation and findings, prepare and complete investigative reports to ensure a complete investigation. Maintain case suspense files and evidence for future presentation to court or administrative proceedings. Work extensively with high-level executives, federal, state, and local law enforcement and government officials to provide liaison relationships. Travel as necessary to conduct and oversee criminal and administrative field investigations and inspections on all violations of statutes by regulated businesses of the Regulatory Programs (Private Security, License to Carry, Compassionate Use Program (Medical Marijuana-CBD), Metals, Motor Vehicle Inspection and Controlled Substances Investigation). Worked closely with DPS Criminal Investigations Division to conduct inspections of Salvage Yards, Stolen Vehicle Recovery and VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) swapping. Meet, develops and implement the goals, objectives, and strategies necessary for providing criminal and administrative oversight, inspection, and enforcement efforts and initiatives with the Compassionate Use Program. Performs moderately complex (Journey-level) managerial work coordinating, overseeing and conducting daily operations of special assignments unit within the Division. Works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.
- Current Job: Yes
- Employer's Telephone Number: 512-424-7566
- Job Type: Supervisory/Managerial
- Status: Full-Time
- If supervisory, number of employees you supervised
- 12
- Current/Final Salary: 4,219.56
- Supervisor's Name: Anne Yusim
- Supervisor's Title: Program Enforcement Manager
- Supervisor's Phone: 512-424-5387
Investigator V (Field)
Texas Department of Public Safety
2012.07 - 2017.12
- Stay current in knowledge of Regulatory Services Division and the Criminal Investigation Division programs. Conduct criminal and administrative investigations/inspections on all violations of statutes by registrants of the Regulatory Programs (Controlled Substances-Diversion, Private Security, Metals and Precursory). Meet goals and objectives of investigations. Worked closely with Commissioned personnel to assist in criminal investigations. Collect evidence, interview witnesses and complainants. Present and testify evidence in formal hearings and court proceedings. Assist in development of procedures, and priorities of investigations. Assist in applying standards for achieving goals of the Regulatory Crimes Service. Work under moderate supervision and exercised attention to detail. Use initiative and independent judgment in case evaluation and process. Plan, implement, coordinate, and evaluate criminal and administrative investigations/inspections. Composes written reports, correspondence and, justification documentation for investigative referrals and dispositions Assist in developing procedural manuals and policies. Attends meetings, participates in committee work as assigned and serves on interview boards. Operate a computer using word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database management software applications to prepare correspondence, narrative and statistical reports and summaries. Research and query databases to retrieve and delete data stored in Department databases; and internet sources and databases.
- Current Job: No
- Employer's Telephone Number: 512-424-7566
- Job Type: Non-managerial
- Status: Full-Time
- Current/Final Salary: 3,639.41
- Specific reason for leaving:
- Supervisor's Name: Anne Yusim
- Supervisor's Title: Assistant Manager
- Supervisor's Phone: 512-424-5387
Officer in Training
Austin Police Department
2011.02 - 2012.07
- Learn departmental policies, penal code, code of criminal procedure, transportation code and health and safety code. Resolved and assisted with any personnel issues. Composed written reports/memos. Learned from assigned Field Training Officer.
- Current Job: No
- Employer's Telephone Number: 512-974-6955
- Job Type: Non-managerial
- Status: Full-Time
- Current/Final Salary: 4,583.00
- Specific reason for leaving: Resigned; Father in ICU
- Supervisor's Name: Benjamin Bloodworth
- Supervisor's Title: Senior Officer
- Supervisor's Phone:
Investigator V (Field)
Texas Department of Public Safety
2007.03 - 2011.02
- Stay current in knowledge of Regulatory Services Division and the Criminal Investigation Division programs. Conduct criminal and administrative investigations/inspections on all violations of statutes by registrants of the Regulatory Programs (Controlled Substances-Diversion, Private Security, Metals and Precursory). Meet goals and objectives of investigations. Conduct surveillance and collect evidence to present and testify in formal hearing or court proceedings. Interview witnesses and complainants. Assist in development of procedures, and priorities of investigations. Assist in applying standards for achieving goals of the Regulatory Crimes Service. Work under moderate supervision and exercised attention to detail. Use initiative and independent judgment in case evaluation and process. Plan, implement, coordinate, obtain evidence and evaluate criminal and administrative investigations. Travel throughout the State. Composes written reports, correspondence and, justification documentation for investigative referrals and dispositions Assist in developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS). Attends meetings, participates in committee work as assigned and serves on interview boards. Operate a computer using word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database management software applications to prepare correspondence, narrative and statistical reports and summaries. Research and query databases to retrieve and delete data stored in Department databases; and internet sources and databases.
- Current Job: No
- Employer's Telephone Number: 512-424-7566
- Job Type: Non-managerial
- Status: Full-Time
- Current/Final Salary: 3,639.41
- Specific reason for leaving: Austin Police Academy
- Supervisor's Name: B.C. Lyon
- Supervisor's Title: Assistant Manager (Retired)
- Supervisor's Phone: 512-424-2000
Administrative Assistant
Texas Department of Public Safety
2006.03 - 2007.03
- Assisted in the development of procedures and priorities and standards for achieving goals in processing registrant applications and renewals for Controlled Substances Registration privileges. Worked under moderate supervision and used initiative and independent judgment to conduct research and resolved issues regarding controlled substance registrants.
- Current Job: No
- Employer's Telephone Number: 512-424-2188
- Job Type: Non-managerial
- Status: Full-Time
- Current/Final Salary: 2,100.00
- Specific reason for leaving: Promotion
- Supervisor's Name: Jody Patterson
- Supervisor's Title: Program Supervisor (Retired)
- Supervisor's Phone:
Administrative Assistant
Texas Department of Public Safety
2005.03 - 2006.03
- Responded to telephone and in-person inquires by preparing requested information for Driver Improvement Bureau, SR Technicians and DPS Troopers by operating a computer using word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database management software applications to prepare correspondence, narrative and statistical reports and summaries. Research and query databases to retrieve and delete data stored in Department databases; and internet sources and databases.
- Current Job: No
- Employer's Telephone Number: 512-424-2000
- Job Type: Non-managerial
- Status: Full-Time
- Current/Final Salary: 1,800.00
- Specific reason for leaving: Promotion
- Supervisor's Name: Nell Vizena
- Supervisor's Title: Supervisor (Retired)
- Supervisor's Phone:
Customer Service Manager
Office Depot, Inc.
1995.07 - 2004.11
- Assist in applying standards for achieving goals to the floor personnel in regards to customer service. Work under moderate supervision. Use initiative and independent judgment in sales evaluation and process. Plan, implement, coordinate, and evaluate employees performance. Assist in developing procedural manuals and policies. Attended meetings, participated in committee work as assigned and interviewed applicants for employment. Prepared work schedule to floor personnel. Operate a computer using word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database management software applications to prepare correspondence, narrative and statistical reports and summaries to present to the District Manager on a daily basis.
- Current Job: No
- Employer's Telephone Number: 512-442-0480
- Job Type: Supervisory/Managerial
- Status: Full-Time
- Current/Final Salary: 2,600.00
- Specific reason for leaving: Laid-off
- Supervisor's Name: Shawn Ducharme
- Supervisor's Title: Store Manager (No longer employed)
- Supervisor's Phone:
Sergeant
United States Army Reserve
1994.05 - 2002.05
- Complied, retrieved and stored intelligence utilizing various computer systems and intercepting radio systems. Maintained operational secured radio transmissions for the unit. Instructed classes on intelligence gathering, various equipment use and maintenance.
- Current Job: No
- Employer's Telephone Number:
- Job Type: Supervisory/Managerial
- Status: Part-Time
- Current/Final Salary: 12,000.00
- Specific reason for leaving: End of Enlistment
- Supervisor's Name:
- Supervisor's Title:
- Supervisor's Phone:
Sergeant
United State Army
1990.06 - 1994.05
- Complied, retrieved and stored intelligence utilizing various intercepting systems. Gathered intelligence by human observation and aerial photographs. Prepared logs and technical reports of intelligence and presented to chain of command for strategic assistance. Managed, counseled, and assigned duties to eight (8) soldiers. Resolved any problems and ensured soldiers met Army standards.
- Current Job: No
- Employer's Telephone Number: 254-287-1110
- Job Type: Supervisory/Managerial
- Status: Full-Time
- Current/Final Salary: 25,200.00
- Specific reason for leaving: Active Army Reserves
- Supervisor's Name:
- Supervisor's Title:
- Supervisor's Phone:
Education
Other - Exercise and Sports Science, Business Administration
Texas State University, San Marcos
San Marcos2002-12
Associate's Degree/College Diploma - Business Administration
Austin Community College
Austin1998-08
Non-Degree Program - Correspondence
Central Texas College
Ft. Hood1992-08
Non-Degree Program - Business Administration
Rappahannock Community College (RCC)
Warsaw, VA1990-08
High School Diploma/GED - undefined
Washington and Lee High School
Montross, VA1989-06
Skills
- Knowledge of investigative principles, techniques, and procedures; and of court procedures, practices, and rules of evidence; Ability to conduct interviews, gather facts, evaluate findings, prepare reports in the Statewide Police Unified Reporting System (SPURS), and to testify in court and/or hearings Attends meetings, participates in committee work as assigned and serves on interview boards Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experienced with utilizing the Statewide Police Unified Reporting System (SPURS) Works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement Plan, implement, coordinate, and evaluate criminal and administrative investigations Travels as necessary to conduct, supervise, and/or oversee investigations/inspections of regulated business and individuals
- Motivational leadership
- Scouting opponents
- Equipment management
- Strength conditioning
- Injury prevention
Certification
- Certification: Leadership For Public Sector Employees, Issuing Organization: Institute for Law Enforcement Administration, Location: Austin, Issue Date: 2018-02
- Certification: Documentation, Preservation, Disclosure of Evidence, Issuing Organization: Texas Department of Public Safety, Location: Austin, Number/ID: 396454, Issue Date: 2018-06
- Certification: FBI-LEEDA (Supervisor Leadership Institute for Law Enforcement Executives), Issuing Organization: FBI-LEEDA, Location: Austin, Issue Date: 2018-05
- Certification: FBI-LEEDA (Executive Leadership Institute for Law Enforcement Executives), Issuing Organization: FBI-LEEDA, Location: Austin, Issue Date: 2018-08
- Certification: Leader Development School, Issuing Organization: Texas Department of Public Safety, Location: Austin, Issue Date: 2016-12
- Certification: Detective and New Criminal Investigator School, Issuing Organization: PATC, Location: Arlington
Timeline
Head Varsity Boys' Basketball Coach
Wayside Sci-Tech High School
2021.08 - Current
Lead Investigator
Texas Department of Motor Vehicles Enforcement
2020.01 - Current
Lead Investigator V
Texas Department of Public Safety
2017.12 - Current
Investigator V (Field)
Texas Department of Public Safety
2012.07 - 2017.12
Officer in Training
Austin Police Department
2011.02 - 2012.07
Investigator V (Field)
Texas Department of Public Safety
2007.03 - 2011.02
Administrative Assistant
Texas Department of Public Safety
2006.03 - 2007.03
Administrative Assistant
Texas Department of Public Safety
2005.03 - 2006.03
Customer Service Manager
Office Depot, Inc.
1995.07 - 2004.11
Sergeant
United States Army Reserve
1994.05 - 2002.05
Sergeant
United State Army
1990.06 - 1994.05
Associate's Degree/College Diploma - Business Administration
Austin Community College
Non-Degree Program - Correspondence
Central Texas College
Non-Degree Program - Business Administration
Rappahannock Community College (RCC)
High School Diploma/GED - undefined
Washington and Lee High School
Other - Exercise and Sports Science, Business Administration
Texas State University, San Marcos
Diversity Survey
- Sex: Male
- Ethnic Origin: Black
How Did You Hear About This Job?
- Source Tracking
- Source Type: Other
- Source: Give 'Other' Explanation
- Source Detail: CAPPS
Additional Information 1
- Questionnaire
- A. - Are you at least 17 years of age? Yes
Additional Information 2
- Questionnaire
- Are you willing to work other than 8-5? Yes
- What days are you unable to work? Open to all days.
- Current Driver's License State: Texas
- Current Driver's License Number: 18043739
- Commercial Driver's License: No
- Special Training/Skills/Qualifications: List all job related training or skills you possess and machines or office equipment you can use, such as calculators, printers or graphics equipment, computer equipment, types of software and hardware.
- Approximately how many words per minute do you type? 70
- Sign Language: No
- Are you a certified interpreter? No
- Do you speak a language other than English? No
- If yes, which language(s)? Note: If you do not speak a language other than English, enter N/A. N/A
- How fluently? Not Applicable / No Answer Given
- Do you write in a language other than English? No
- If yes, which language(s)? Note: If you do not write in a language other than English, enter N/A. N/A
eSignature
Esigned by: Howard E. Dixon, Jr. Date: 2019-10-23
Personal Information
- Full Name: Howard Edward Dixon Jr
- Street Address (line 1): 5025 Irvine Lane
- City: Del Valle
- Zip/Postal Code: 78617
- Place of Residence: Austin
- Primary Number: Cellular Phone
- Cellular Number: 512-699-4454
- Home Phone Number: 512-699-4454
- Work Phone Number: 512-424-7566
- Email Address: hjr_va5@yahoo.com
- Are you a veteran? Yes
- Dates of Service (From/To): Nov. 1990 to Mar. 2002
- If yes, type of discharge: Honorable Discharge
- Are you a surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried? No
- Are you a surviving orphan of a veteran? No
- If yes, complete dates of service for veteran (From/To):
- Are you the spouse of a member of the US armed forces or Texas National Guard serving on active duty?
- Are you the spouse and primary source of income for a veteran who has a total disability rating based on having a service-connected disability with a rating of at least 70 percent or on individual unemployability?
- Were you a former foster youth under the Texas Dept. of Family & Protective Serv. on the day before your 18th birthday? No
- If yes, are you currently 25 years of age or younger? No
- Have you ever been convicted of a felony or subjected to deferred adjudication on a felony charge? No
- If yes, explain in concise detail:
- Date of Birth: Jan 5, 1971
- Basic Profile Information
- Schedule: Full-time
- Date of Availability:
- Travel (Up to...): Yes, 100 % of the Time