JUSTIN L TAYLOR
FRESNO,USA
Summary
Law enforcement professional committed to public safety and community trust with more than 18 years of police experience and knowledge. Proven ability to lead teams through complex investigations and critical incidents. Focused on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs, and leveraging skills in strategic planning and crisis management.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Captain
University of Texas Police at Houston
11.2023 - Current
- Provide leadership to and management of assigned personnel through clear direction, communications, development opportunities and ongoing feedback
- Develops program guidelines, procedures, policies and rules and regulations
- Receives and relays directives, assignments, and special orders to subordinates
- Plans, organizes, and supervises departmental activities including the enforcement of criminal law, Rules and Regulations of the Board of Regents and the conduct of staff, students, and visitors
- Evaluates and makes recommendations concerning budgeting procedures, departmental productivity and accomplishment of department's goals and objectives
- Evaluates allocation of resources and makes recommendations
- Prepares and reviews various reports and makes recommendations
- Establishes and maintains mutual aid and memorandums of understanding with external law enforcement agencies
- Confers with University administrators, faculty, staff and students, and law enforcement, court and governmental officials on matters of mutual interest
- Evaluate personnel performance and make recommendations for promotion, motivating subordinates to achieve peak productivity and performance
- Meets with command level police personnel, university representatives, vendors and representatives from other law enforcement agencies to facilitate accomplishment of the ROC services, resolve issues, and or obtain specialized information
- Plans, organizes, directs and evaluates ROC operations and staffing levels
- Oversee the departments’ Mental Health and Peer Support Program’s
Lieutenant, Risk Operations Center
University of Texas Police at Houston
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Provides people leadership and direction to the Risk Operation Center (ROC) personnel
- Manages the development, evaluation and implementation of policies, procedures, and systems that ensure awareness, compliance and risk avoidance for ROC alarm programs, closed circuit television monitoring, calls for service, and emergency response and preparedness programs
- Provides oversight of the UTP-H emergency notification and timely warning program and the technology systems used in support of the program
- Provides guidance in interpreting and enforcing operational policies and procedures and uses appropriate authority regarding actions, as well as input regarding standard operating procedures
- Ensure compliance with TCOLE, CJIS, Clery, CALEA, and other applicable state and federal regulations and implements compliance training
- Evaluate personnel performance and make recommendations for promotion, motivating subordinates to achieve peak productivity and performance
- Meets with command level police personnel, university representatives, vendors and representatives from other law enforcement agencies to facilitate accomplishment of the ROC services, resolve issues, and or obtain specialized information
- Plans, organizes, directs and evaluates ROC operations and staffing levels
- Oversee the departments’ Mental Health Program and Peer Support Program
- Assisted in recruitment efforts to build a strong team of dedicated professionals focused on achieving success together.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
Lieutenant, Patrol Operations
University of Texas Police at Houston
03.2015 - 03.2023
- Review paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies
- Inform shift officers of special areas of emphasis, including properties to watch and noted criminals understood to be in patrol areas
- Ride along with Sergeant's to assess daily performance and implement corrective actions
- Coordinate with criminal investigations on areas of concern and implemented strategies to solve crime in those areas
- Train and mentored staff on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect the public trust
- Evaluate personnel performance and make recommendations for promotion, motivating subordinates to achieve peak productivity and performance
- Supervise field investigations to enforce proper police actions, bookings and safety measures
- Oversee Uniform Police Operations with 50+ personnel and 7 direct reports
- Review police reports with attention to detail to verify the information was recorded in conformance with regulations
- Assist subordinates in the performance of duties, including reviewing cases as appropriate and providing situational guidance and direction
- Interview witnesses to incidents gathering information and help determine further action
- Make command decisions and developed frontline policies
- Issue tickets to offenders for minor infractions
- Interview witnesses and suspects during cases to gather information and help determine further action
- Assess and investigate officer conduct and complaints to identify and address issues with unprofessionalism, performance or criminal activity
- Oversee the departments’ Mental Health Program, Peer Support Program and Investigator First Responder Program
Sergeant
University of Texas Police at Houston
02.2010 - 03.2015
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies
- Trained and mentored staff on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect public trust
- Supported positive relationships between community leaders and general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens and visitors
- Supported future criminal cases by preparing detailed and accurate reports related to accidents, crime disturbances and complaints
- Patrolled designated to identify criminal activities, issue citations, prevent incidents and serve warrants
- Supported scene investigations by securing perimeters, collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses and documenting statements
- Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide
- Conducted Internal Affairs investigations
Criminal Investigator
University of Texas Police at Houston
03.2008 - 02.2010
- Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections
- Sought out witnesses to obtain information about identifiable violations of local, state or federal statutes
- Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines
- Documented facts and statements gathered from complainants, witnesses and accused persons
- Investigated activities such as thefts and fraud cases to build solid cases for criminal prosecution
- Interviewed subjects, targets and witnesses for information verification and corroboration
- Researched and reviewed case files and gathered information to solve crimes
- Reported results of investigations with written observations and photographs and produced final reports
- Completed comprehensive face-to-face interviews with subject, neighbors, employers, family and friends and generated detailed reports documenting investigative findings
- Conducted stationary and mobile surveillance on individuals being investigated
- Trained and mentored field investigators and worked with team lead to identify skills, problem areas and opportunities for staff development and improvement
- Testified under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases
Police Officer
University of Texas Police at Houston
01.2006 - 03.2008
- Fostered rapport with employees, students, and contractors to build trust and cultivate communication
- Trained and mentored staff on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect the public trust
- Boosted community safety by performing motor vehicle accident investigations including DUIs
- Interviewed subjects, targets, and witnesses for information verification and corroboration
- Prepared cases for trial and appeared and testified in court as a witness
- Conducted covert, undercover investigations to uncover ongoing crimes and crimes in progress
- Communicated with subjects and witnesses to acquire and verify information relevant to roadway accident investigations
- Patrolled designated districts in patrol cars and on foot
- Performed comprehensive searches of people and property to identify controlled substances or contraband
- Responded quickly to dispatch and took appropriate action at crime and disaster scenes
- Responded to and investigated security and burglar alarms
- Served active warrants and subpoenas
- Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports
- Investigated calls and complaints involving fire, theft, accident and hazard reports
Parole Officer
TDCJ Parole Division Region III
03.2005 - 01.2006
- Managed offenders on parole after being released from prison
- Handled extensive caseloads with minimal supervision
- Handled gang members and high-level supervision caseloads
- Taught related classes (Anger Mgmt, Financial Mgmt) to parolees
- Conducted investigations and wrote reports on parolees
- Conducted parole hearings and testified in court on parolees who violate parole
- Applied for warrants on offenders who violated parole
- Gang officer for the department
- Prepared detailed reports and affidavits for courts by obtaining information through physical surveillance and thorough investigations
- Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines
- Supervised adult offenders to monitor compliance with court-ordered conditions
Education
Command College - School of Police Staff And Command
Northwestern University Center For Public Safety
Evanston, IL11-2024
Group Crisis Intervention -
International Critical Incident Stress Foundation
Houston, TX01.2021
Assisting Individuals in Crisis -
International Critical Incident Stress Foundation
Houston, TX01.2020
Force Science Certification Course -
Force Science Institute
Austin, TX01.2020
Officer Involved Shooting Investigations: Protocols and Procedures -
Texas Forensic Associates Consulting and Training
League City, TX01.2019
NaBITA Advanced Violence Risk Assessment -
National Behavioral Intervention Team Association
Houston, TX01.2019
Basic Criminal Investigation for Street Patrol and New Criminal Investigators -
Public Agency Training Council
Houston, TX01.2018
Leadership -
Federal Bureau of Investigation-LEEDA
Texas City, TX01.2016
Certified Public Manager -
Texas State University
San Marcos, Texas01.2014
Master of Science - Criminal Justice Adminstration
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL07-2011
Advanced Criminal Investigative Analysis -
Wharton County Junior College
Wharton, TX01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Houston-Downtown
Houston, Texas05-2004
Skills
- Conflict resolution tactics
- Community relations
- Exceptional problem solver
- Multitasking Abilities
- Motivated team player
- Clear public speaking skills
- Excellent organization skills
- Effective time management
- Experience with instructional design as it relates to development of law enforcement officers
- Active listening skills
- Workload balancing
Certification
- Master Police Officer Certification
- Basic Instructor Certification
- Taser Instructor Certification
- Mental Health Officer Certification
- Certified Public Manager
- Gang Certification
- Statement Analysis Certification
- Cell Phone Technology and Forensic Data Recovery
- Active Shooter Instructor Certification
- Active Attack Incident Response (AAIR) Instructor
- Hostage Negotiation Certification
- Active Bystandership for Law Enforcement (ABLE) Instructor
- Integrating Communications and, Assessment, and Tactics (ICAT) Instructor
- Critical Incident Stress Management Certification (CCISM)
- Force Science Certification
Hobbies and Interests
- Volunteer High School Baseball Coach (1999-Present)
- Texas Equusearch-Search and Rescue (2000-2007)
- Texas Association of Sports Official-Houston Football Chapter Division 5 Board Member (Current)
Activities
- Texas Municipal Police Officers Association (2006-present)
- Texas Violent Gangs Investigators Association (TVGIA) (2008-2019)
- International Crisis Intervention Training Association (2016-present)
- Texas Crisis Intervention Training Association (2015-present)
- Robbery Investigators of Texas (2015-2019)
- National Organization of Blacks in Criminal Justice (2016-present)
Timeline
Captain
University of Texas Police at Houston
11.2023 - Current
Lieutenant, Risk Operations Center
University of Texas Police at Houston
03.2023 - 11.2023
Lieutenant, Patrol Operations
University of Texas Police at Houston
03.2015 - 03.2023
Sergeant
University of Texas Police at Houston
02.2010 - 03.2015
Criminal Investigator
University of Texas Police at Houston
03.2008 - 02.2010
Police Officer
University of Texas Police at Houston
01.2006 - 03.2008
Parole Officer
TDCJ Parole Division Region III
03.2005 - 01.2006
Group Crisis Intervention -
International Critical Incident Stress Foundation
Assisting Individuals in Crisis -
International Critical Incident Stress Foundation
Force Science Certification Course -
Force Science Institute
Officer Involved Shooting Investigations: Protocols and Procedures -
Texas Forensic Associates Consulting and Training
NaBITA Advanced Violence Risk Assessment -
National Behavioral Intervention Team Association
Basic Criminal Investigation for Street Patrol and New Criminal Investigators -
Public Agency Training Council
Leadership -
Federal Bureau of Investigation-LEEDA
Certified Public Manager -
Texas State University
Advanced Criminal Investigative Analysis -
Wharton County Junior College
Command College - School of Police Staff And Command
Northwestern University Center For Public Safety
Master of Science - Criminal Justice Adminstration
Columbia Southern University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Houston-Downtown
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