Jose Garza
Lexington,TX
Summary
Natural leader and accomplished law enforcement professional with strong history of success as skilled with dealing with the public. Handling demanding shift management challenges and tactical situations. Demonstrated abilities in meeting coverage requirements and building highly professional team. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Lieutenant, Patrol Operations
Burleson County Sheriff's Office
2020.07 - Current
- Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
- Investigated allegations of employee misconduct, reported findings and coordinated warranted disciplinary actions.
- Structured assignments for subordinates based on current patrol priorities, special requirements and individual strengths.
- Guided officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.
- Gave presentations at community groups and public events highlighting work of police officers and special teams.
- Commanded on-scene tactical teams during critical incidents.
- Granted or denied leave requests and scheduled coverage for shortages.
- Researched and maintained current knowledge of security trends and technologies to apply best practices and strategies.
Military Contractor
Kuwait Special Forces, Kuwait Government
2015.02 - 2017.09
- Monitored safety of other contractors in dangerous situations.
- Diagnosed and repaired system and equipment issues for various areas of armed forces.
- Acted as armed security for specialized convoys.
- Recommend improvements in security systems and procedures.
- Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Military Contractor
Honeywell International
2012.01 - 2015.02
- Monitored the safety of other contractors in dangerous situations.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Trained hundreds of armed forces in operations and security planning.
- Inspected contingency and mobility operations.
- Diagnosed and repaired system and equipment issues for various areas of the armed forces.
Military Instructor
TJFIG INC
2008.05 - 2012.01
- Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.
- Assessed students' progress and provided feedback to enhance learning.
- Coordinated training schedules across sites with supervisors and managers to optimize training initiatives and work-flow management
- Created and oversaw MRAP training programs for operations.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions.
Patrol Corporal
Giddings Police Department
2006.03 - 2007.09
- Responded to emergency calls and provided appropriate support.
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
- Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
- Conveyed important information at start of each shift such as areas of focus and persons of interest in local areas.
- Maintained positive community relations through active communication at crime scenes and assistance with programs such as mentoring underprivileged kids and teaching at Citizen's Police Academy events.
Patrol Deputy Sheriff
Fayette County Sheriff's Office
2004.09 - 2006.02
- Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
- Implemented community policing initiatives to strengthen relationships with local citizens.
- Gathered information and evidence to assist in solving crimes.
- Oversaw security for businesses by monitoring grounds and identifying suspicious activity.
- Worked on Narcotics in a specialized Unit.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Identified suspicious activity and conducted interviews with witnesses to build cases.
- Served court documents and completed civil process duties.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Texas State University
San Marcos, TXHigh School Diploma -
Kings Row Baptist Academy
Alvin, TX05.1991
Skills
- Courthouse Safety
- Outreach Initiatives
- Investigate Criminal Acts
- Court Appearances
- Public Event Security
- Officer Training
Timeline
Lieutenant, Patrol Operations
Burleson County Sheriff's Office
2020.07 - Current
Military Contractor
Kuwait Special Forces, Kuwait Government
2015.02 - 2017.09
Military Contractor
Honeywell International
2012.01 - 2015.02
Military Instructor
TJFIG INC
2008.05 - 2012.01
Patrol Corporal
Giddings Police Department
2006.03 - 2007.09
Patrol Deputy Sheriff
Fayette County Sheriff's Office
2004.09 - 2006.02
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Texas State University
High School Diploma -
Kings Row Baptist Academy
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