Jorge Andrade
El Paso,Texas
Summary
Dynamic Homicide Detective with 34 years of service at the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office, leveraging proven expertise in criminal investigations and case resolution to deliver successful outcomes through meticulous evidence management, conflict resolution, and emergency response under high-pressure conditions. Recognized for building and maintaining community trust and leading teams with integrity and professionalism. Adaptable and goal‐oriented, skilled in public safety strategy development, investigative analysis, and effective communication, committed to upholding the highest standards of service and accountability
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Homicide Detective
El Paso County Sheriff's Offfice
05.2010 - Current
- Participated in undercover operations as needed for specific homicide investigations, gaining valuable intel on suspects'' activities.
- Trained junior detectives in proper investigative techniques, leading to an overall improvement in homicide case success rates.
- Managed heavy caseloads under intense pressure while maintaining focus on each individual investigation''s needs and requirements.
- Testified in court proceedings, presenting clear and concise evidence that led to numerous convictions of guilty parties.
- Presented findings clearly both orally and in writing to inform superiors, colleagues, and legal teams on the progress of homicide cases.
- Developed tailored interrogation strategies for each suspect, resulting in increased confession rates and accurate information collection.
- Interviewed witnesses effectively, obtaining crucial details that contributed significantly to solving homicide cases.
- Collaborated with fellow detectives, sharing information and insights to solve multiple high-profile murder cases.
- Prevented future homicides by apprehending suspects quickly and efficiently through comprehensive investigative work.
- Reviewed cold cases periodically with fresh perspectives, ultimately contributing to breakthroughs in previously unsolvable incidents.
- Enhanced interdepartmental cooperation, working closely with other law enforcement agencies for collaborative crime-solving efforts.
- Solved complex homicide cases by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing advanced forensics techniques.
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
- Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
- Preserved evidence for court hearings and checked integrity of individual pieces.
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
- Sent specimens to labs and ran fingerprints through databases to identify individuals of interest.
- Appeared in court and testified under oath in Aggravated offenses and homicides cases.
- Secured search warrants to investigate scenes of crimes and collect evidence.
- Oversaw criminal cases, coordinated investigations, and prepared evidence and investigators for court cases.
- Collected crime scene evidence, examined bodies, and investigated secondary locations to build detailed cases based on sound evidence handling practices.
Police Patrol Officer
El Paso County Sheriff's Office
01.1994 - 05.2010
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls.
- Promoted positive relations between police and community members by participating in outreach programs and events.
- Assisted in the apprehension of suspects through diligent observation and prompt response to incidents.
- Assigned as a Field Training Officer to Train new officers on department policies, procedures, and best practices for successful policing strategies.
Detention Officer
El Paso County Sheriff's Office
04.1991 - 01.1994
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations with appropriate use of force when necessary to protect both inmates'' well-being and facility security.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
- Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
- Improved facility safety by performing thorough inspections of cells, common areas, and property for contraband or damage.
Education
Associate of Arts - Law Enforcement
El Paso Community College
El Paso, TXBachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TXSkills
- Patience and tolerance
- Integrity and honesty
- Physical fitness
- Crime scene preservation
- Investigative skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Investigative procedures
- Surveillance
- Law enforcement
- Self motivation
- Criminal investigation
- Witness interviews
- Time management abilities
- Written communication
Accomplishments
Member of the Special Reaction Team, assigned as the Quarter Master of 18 staff members.
Member of the Special Weapons and Tactical Team/SWAT, assigned as lead Sniper
Member of the Search and Rescue Team, assigned as Master repeller.
Officer of the year n 2024
Certification
Master Peace Officer licensed in the State of Texas
Jailer license
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Homicide Detective
El Paso County Sheriff's Offfice
05.2010 - Current
Police Patrol Officer
El Paso County Sheriff's Office
01.1994 - 05.2010
Detention Officer
El Paso County Sheriff's Office
04.1991 - 01.1994
Associate of Arts - Law Enforcement
El Paso Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
The University of Texas At El Paso
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