Yatara Martin
Beaumont
Summary
Law enforcement leader with over 13 years in higher education, specializing in professional standards and emergency management. Proven track record in complex case investigations and tactical enforcement, enhancing community safety and operational efficiency.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Sergeant: Professional Standards
Lamar University
Beaumont
05.2013 - Current
- Guided and supported resolution of complex cases, ensuring fair outcomes and adherence to legal standards.
- Conducted employee compliance and misconduct investigations.
- Prepared reports, citations, and summons to individuals with violations of ordinances, statutes, and laws including petty, misdemeanor, and felonious offenses.
- Conducted thorough investigations of criminal law violations on university campus and within city limits, contributing to public safety.
- Enforced rules and regulations during patrols to maintain order.
- Proactively patrolled areas to protect lives and property.
- Responded to major events and emergencies.
- Provided exceptional service to community, students, faculty, and staff, fostering trust and engagement.
Juvenile Correctional Officer
Texas Youth Commission
Beaumont
09.2007 - 07.2012
- Maintained accurate head count of juvenile inmates to ensure safety and accountability.
- Implemented youth behavior discussions to promote positive interactions and conflict resolution.
- Removed and confiscated contraband from dorms and cells to uphold facility security and safety.
- Received recognition for implementing safety measures that minimized daily incidents.
Education
Doctorate - Educational Leadership
Lamar University
Beaumont, TexasMaster of Science - Criminal Justice
Angelo State University
San Angelo, TexasBachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Lamar University
Beaumont, TexasRegional Police Academy -
Lamar Institute of Technology
Beaumont, TexasSpecial Education Certification - EC-12
Texas Teachers
Houston, TexasSkills
- Police Patrol Operations
- Emergency Management
- Emergency response
- Defensive Tactics
- Interrogation analysis
- Case management
- Policy Development
- Regulatory Compliance
- Strategic Planning
- Leadership
- Detail-Oriented
- SAFVIC Training
Training
- SAFVIC Training
- FBI- Hostage Negotiation
- Interview and Interrogation
- Mental Health Officer
- TCOLE Instructor
- DPS TCIC/TLETS Full Access
- Strategic Planning Implementation
- Women in Law Enforcement Leadership Conference
Accomplishments
- Dissertation: Strategies for Encouraging Positive Behaviors: A Qualitative Study on Risk Management Leadership in Student Organizations at a Mid-Size Texas University
- Chief Excellence Award
Timeline
Sergeant: Professional Standards
Lamar University
05.2013 - Current
Juvenile Correctional Officer
Texas Youth Commission
09.2007 - 07.2012
Doctorate - Educational Leadership
Lamar University
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Angelo State University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Lamar University
Regional Police Academy -
Lamar Institute of Technology
Special Education Certification - EC-12
Texas Teachers