Jeffrey Tippit
La Porte,TX
Summary
Communicative Police Officer successful at developing positive relationships with colleagues and citizens. Approaches each situation with alertness, compassion and concern. Continually followed procedures to maintain safety, documentation and meet legal requirements. With over 40 years of service enforcing rules and authority for good of all citizens. Passionate about saving lives, protecting victims and fighting crime. Excellent record of promotion and recognition for going beyond call of duty. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a position within a trucking company's safely department. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Police Officer
City Of La Porte Police Department
05.1993 - Current
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Coordinated with law enforcement agencies to respond to security incidents and emergencies.
- Effectively led investigations, ensured safety protocols were followed, and handled high-pressure situations.
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
Fleet Safety Director
Clark Freight Lines, Inc
05.2001 - 09.2015
- Positively interacted with drivers, upper management and shop department, which helped improve overall communication.
- Inspected vehicles and requested maintenance tasks be completed within specific timeframes.
- Maintained accurate driver information for delivery scheduling.
- Increased regulatory compliance by monitoring vehicles to verify adherence to operational, state and federal requirements.
- Provided all drivers with pertinent safety materials regarding rules and regulations.
- Completed projects by effectively delegating tasks and overseeing employee performance.
- Coordinated safety meetings to educate team members on best practices to mitigate hazard opportunities.
- Trained drivers to manage time effectively, improving overall mileage performance.
- Created documents by reviewing data to recommended courses of action for senior decision-making processes.
- Proactively identified and solved complex problems that impacted management and business direction.
- Introduced incentivization programs to increase employee performances.
- Decreased operational incidents by [Number]% through frequent meetings and high-standards of safety protocols.
- Prepared for highway patrol investigations by collaborating with various departments and examining potential risks.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
- Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
Adjunct Instructor for Police Academy
Houston Community College Law Enforcement Center
03.1997 - 12.2000
- Used lectures, discussions and demonstrations to increase learning and classroom success.
- Examined and graded assignments and assessments to report grades to appropriate personnel.
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Created and implemented course agendas, lesson plans and activities to successfully meet course objectives.
- Used technological equipment to enhance process of students' learning.
- Developed and implemented [Area of study] curriculum for improved learning and student performance.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
Chemical Process Operator
Shell Oil & Chemical Complex
08.1991 - 05.1993
- Tracked and documented production data to maintain accurate records.
- Safely used various machinery and forklifts during chemical drumming operations.
- Stored, retrieved, mixed, and monitored chemicals used in production process.
- Modified controls to regulate temperature, pressure, feed, and flow of liquids and gases while monitoring outcomes and promoting successful processing.
- Monitored and adjusted parameters of chemical production process to achieve desired product quality.
- Coordinated with other departments on timely delivery of raw materials for production.
- Troubleshot equipment and process issues and restored optimum function to maintain production speed and meet quality goals.
- Followed all waste handling guidelines to minimize waste generation.
- Operated lab equipment for chemical tests and verification of product quality against standards.
- Operated chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards.
- Followed safety processes and protocols while moving hazardous chemicals and operating heavy machinery to avoid and accidents.
Police Officer-Reserve
City Of La Porte Police Department
07.1991 - 05.1993
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
Police Officer-Detective
Houston Police Department
08.1983 - 07.1991
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
- Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
Instrument Fitter/Technician
Fisher Service Company, Inc.
02.1980 - 08.1983
- Dismantled and reassembled delicate mechanisms.
- Ran performance tests and operated various control equipment.
- Thoroughly read and comprehended blueprints in order to understand how installation was to be performed.
- Checked instruments for accuracy and calibrated to specifications.
- Used various precision measuring instruments to check workpiece accuracy.
- Calibrated and aligned machine components for proper functioning.
Auto Parts Sales
Allen & Kerber Auto Parts Inc
06.1979 - 01.1980
- Ordered parts from various distributors to fulfill demands.
- Stocked and managed stock of parts.
- Assisted customers in finding appropriate parts promptly.
- Identified specific replacement parts to meet customers' needs, making accurate suggestions with confidence.
- Conducted cash handling, credit card transactions, and register closeout at end of business day.
- Met customer needs by looking up stock numbers and prices for various parts, identifying correct items and placing timely orders.
Stocker
Super X Drug Store Inc.
09.1977 - 06.1979
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Maintained effective team member communication.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
Education
No Degree - Basic Law Enforcement
Houston Police Academy
Houston, TX12.1983
No Degree - Industrial Instrumentation & Process Technology
San Jacinto College District
Pasadena, TXHigh School Diploma -
La Porte High School
La Porte, TX05.1979
Skills
- Courtroom Testimony
- Community Engagement
- Traffic Direction
- Emergency Vehicle Operation
- Traffic Laws
- Special Task Forces
- Emergency Planning
- Criminal Investigations
- Case Management
- Crash Investigation & Reconstruction
- Commercial Vehicle Safety Enforcement/Inspection/Compliance
- Community Relations
- Safety Improvements
- Crime Scene Processing
- Officer Training
- Domestic Violence Prevention
- Report Writing
- Court Preparation
- Dispatch
- Traffic Control
- Criminal Law
- Emergency Response
- Law Enforcement
- Police Reports
- Evidence Collection Protocols\
Accomplishments
- Served on the Patrol Division for 20 years (HPD & LPPD combined time).
- Served in Special Investigations-Missing Persons/Homicide with HPD 3 years.
- Served on the LPPD Traffic Division, Crash Investigation/Reconstruction Unit for 20+ years.
- Served on the LPPD Traffic Division, Commercial Vehicle Safety Enforcement Unit for 20+ years
- Developed Commercial Vehicle Enforcement for Patrol Officers for HCC Law Enforcement Training Division In-Service Training Unit.
Affiliations
Texas Police Association
National Association of Professional Accident Reconstructionist
Texas Association of Accident Reconstructionist Specialist
Combined Law Enforcement Association of Texas
Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance
Serving on CVSA Post Crash Investigation/Inspection Curriculum & Forms Committee
Houston Council of Safety Professionals
American Trucking Association Law Enforcement Advisory Board
Blue Knights International Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club Inc, Texas VII Chapter, Chapter President since 2012.
Harley Owners Group
Certification
- FMCSA Level 1, 2, 3, 6, Cargo Tank, Other Bulk/Non-Bulk HM Certified Safety Inspector
- TCOLE Master Peace Officers License
- Certified Fleet Safety Director through Texas Trucking Association
Gardening, Motorcycling, Fishing, Hunting
I enjoy building, designing, planting and maintaining the various flower beds at the house. Most of the plants are Texas natives that provide food and cover for various insects, birds, reptiles (lizards, frogs, and maybe a snake, but I will not watch it long enough to identify it).
I enjoy the outdoors and associated activities. I enjoy hunting, deer, dove, and exotics (axis, fallow, nilgai). I enjoy freshwater fishing and have done so for as long as I can remember.
I am an avid motorcyclist and have completed numerous Iron Butt Rides (1000+ miles in under 24 hours). I enjoy the freedom of the ride and the other motorcyclist I meet while riding. I am a 15 year member of the Blue Knights International Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club Inc, Rio Grande Conference,Texas VII Chapter, Chapter President since 2012. This is the largest motorcycle club in the world with 15,000+ members in over 600 Chapters in 36 Countries. Our Chapter rides all over the Greater Houston/Galveston area to events, eat (eat to ride, ride to eat), and provide assistance with charity organizations raise funds through escorted motorcycle rides (PBTF Ride For Kids, Christus Catholic Charities NUN RUN, Texas Heart Strings Flight Against Breast Cancer, Harley's Angels Breast Cancer Support Group).
Additional Information
I am a Professional in all aspects of my career. I believe in working as a team, and that everyone is as important as the most senior member of the organization. I am a problem solver and can handle all situations under any condition. I do not back away from any type of challenge. I believe in honesty, including my opinion when requested ( I am tactful when I do give it). I do not take short cuts, ignore a problem, and will not look the other way. If the situation requires attention, be it good or bad, I will give it my attention to ensure it is properly handled and/or eliminated. I maintain my skill and knowledge of all aspects of Fleet Safety as it is my profession. I will be a true asset to the organization.
Timeline
Fleet Safety Director
Clark Freight Lines, Inc
05.2001 - 09.2015
Adjunct Instructor for Police Academy
Houston Community College Law Enforcement Center
03.1997 - 12.2000
Senior Police Officer
City Of La Porte Police Department
05.1993 - Current
Chemical Process Operator
Shell Oil & Chemical Complex
08.1991 - 05.1993
Police Officer-Reserve
City Of La Porte Police Department
07.1991 - 05.1993
Police Officer-Detective
Houston Police Department
08.1983 - 07.1991
Instrument Fitter/Technician
Fisher Service Company, Inc.
02.1980 - 08.1983
Auto Parts Sales
Allen & Kerber Auto Parts Inc
06.1979 - 01.1980
Stocker
Super X Drug Store Inc.
09.1977 - 06.1979
No Degree - Basic Law Enforcement
Houston Police Academy
No Degree - Industrial Instrumentation & Process Technology
San Jacinto College District
High School Diploma -
La Porte High School
- FMCSA Level 1, 2, 3, 6, Cargo Tank, Other Bulk/Non-Bulk HM Certified Safety Inspector
- TCOLE Master Peace Officers License
- Certified Fleet Safety Director through Texas Trucking Association
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