I am a highly motivated, tasks and results-oriented individual with specialized training in military, armed security and law enforcement operations and tactics. I am passionate about protecting my community and always aim to keep everyone safe.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Deputy/OIC
Bowie County Sheriff’s Office
07.2022 - 07.2023
Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports, and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
Served court documents and completed civil process duties for several cases.
Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety of inmates and guards.
Implemented community policing initiatives to strengthen relationships with local citizens.
Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
Field Deputy
Payne County Sheriff’s Office
02.2021 - 04.2022
Investigated crimes, interviewed witnesses and victims and gathered physical evidence and preserves for court.
Prepared, processed and transmitted various reports.
Patrolled in assigned district in patrol car for purpose of observing area for possible criminal activity.
Effectively led investigations, ensured safety protocols were followed, and handled high-pressure situations.
Conducted investigations to identify suspicious activities, violations of policies and regulations and potential threats.
Liaised with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies to streamline investigation completion.
Police Officer
City Of Cushing Police Department
08.2019 - 02.2021
Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
Police Officer & School Resource Officer
City Of Yale Police Department
08.2018 - 08.2019
Performed conflict resolution between student body, parents, teachers and administration.
Conducted school security inspections.
Collaborated with administration and teachers to develop crisis plans.
Investigated criminal matters occurring within school and on school property, compiling findings into detailed activity reports.
Provided security and safety to school staff and students.
Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
Police Officer
City Of Lawton Police Department
11.2014 - 07.2018
Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners..
Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
Sergeant
United States Army
09.2003 - 09.2013
Air defense patriot missile operator maintainer
Assisted qualified individuals with their fitness and eligibility initiatives
Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
Maintaining the service and delayed entry program
In command of soldier’s rehab processes, return to duty process, processing of Army to Civilian Life
Manned base entry points to provide 24/7 force protection, reviewing identifications, searching vehicles, and verifying deliveries prior to entrance to secure areas.
Patrolled base facilities and housing areas to deter crime, monitor activities, and provide force protection.
Monitored gate activities, controlled traffic and responded to emergencies on base.
K9 Tactics
Accounted for weapons, munitions and associated equipment, creating inventories and replenishing.
Managed physical security of weapons, munitions and keys, coordinating organization and inventory tracking to maintain consistency.
Conducted firing range operations and charted courses of fire, strategically avoiding enemy encroachment and protecting service members where possible.
Built and maintained operational instructions to provide guidance, supporting well-executed field and tactical operations.
ETS Honorable: September 30, 2013
Education
High School Diploma -
Angola High School
Angola, Indiana
05.1996
CLEET -
Lawton Police Academy
Lawton, OK
11.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Western Oklahoma State College
Altus, OK
12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - University Studies, Minor Criminal Justice
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK
05.2022
TCOLE -
OSS Academy
Mt. Pleasant, TX
06.2022
Skills
Investigative Procedures
Firearms
Patrolling
Crime Prevention
Court System Knowledge
Search and Seizure Procedures
Traffic Control
Records Maintenance
Emergency Vehicle Operation
Traffic Laws
Emergency Management
Law Enforcement
Criminal Investigations
Officer Training
Fingerprinting
Community-Oriented Policing
Certification
TCOLE, Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
CLEET, Council on Law Enforcement Education & Training
Timeline
Field Deputy/OIC
Bowie County Sheriff’s Office
07.2022 - 07.2023
Field Deputy
Payne County Sheriff’s Office
02.2021 - 04.2022
Police Officer
City Of Cushing Police Department
08.2019 - 02.2021
Police Officer & School Resource Officer
City Of Yale Police Department
08.2018 - 08.2019
Police Officer
City Of Lawton Police Department
11.2014 - 07.2018
Sergeant
United States Army
09.2003 - 09.2013
High School Diploma -
Angola High School
CLEET -
Lawton Police Academy
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Western Oklahoma State College
Bachelor of Arts - University Studies, Minor Criminal Justice
University of Central Oklahoma
TCOLE -
OSS Academy
TCOLE, Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
CLEET, Council on Law Enforcement Education & Training
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