Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Awards
Certification
Leadership Training
Timeline
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Kyle Massey

Friendswood,TX

Summary

A highly motivated leader experienced in directing activities of SWAT team members, police officers, and civilian personnel. Develops strategies, provides and instructs training, sets goals, and obtains team feedback. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Big picture focus with excellence in communicating goals and vision to succeed. A go-to resource for leadership inquiries and tactical strategy.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

SWAT Commander

League City Police Department
02.2021 - Current
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others in strenuous SWAT scenes
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for crisis situations.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Performed as a SWAT Operator since 2010.
  • Responsible for SWAT and Special Operations budget for the department.

Sergeant

League City Police Department
01.2018 - Current
  • Supervises police officer in theSpecial Operations Division
  • Plan, organize, assign, direct, and review officers' activities during an assigned shift or in an assigned function
  • Demonstrates sound judgment while under pressure, including in life-threatening situations, to maintain safety for people and property
  • Responsible for the productivity and morale of assigned staff, assists and counsels staff to perform their functions properly, and evaluates staff based on performance standards
  • Reviews a variety of police reports and other documents to ensure that they are completed in a proper and timely fashion and that corrections are made when necessary
  • Ensures the equitable implementation of laws, ordinances, policies, procedures, and performance standards.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Police Officer

League City Police Department
07.2008 - 12.2017
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
  • Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
  • Developed strong rapport with local businesses owners to address concerns about crime or vandalism affecting their establishments.
  • Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.

Infantryman Squad Leader

U.S. Army
01.2004 - 09.2010
  • Trained and led 4-12 men teams for and during combat operations, including foot and mounted patrols, raids, and detainee operations in 2 deployments in Iraq
  • Performed and planned tactical scenarios ranging from convoy security to close-quarters combat
  • Performed as a member of a small team that was secretly embedded in highly active enemy locations where we performed offensive maneuvers in support of our mission
  • Worked effectively and built relationships with a group of diverse team members
  • Performed emergency first aid on personnel while under strenuous conditions to prevent further injuries or death
  • Performed as a Platoon Designated Marksman (Sniper) in combat

Education

Bachelor of Science Criminal Justice -

University of Houston-Victoria
Victoria, TX
05.2013

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Excellent Communication
  • Team building
  • Problem Resolution
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Active Listening
  • Decision-Making
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Calm Under Pressure

Awards

Magna Cum Laude

50 Club Officer of the Year- Galveston County, TX

100 Club Officer of the Year- Houston, TX

TMPA Warrior of the Year- State of Texas

US Army Expert Infantryman's Badge

US Army Combat Infantryman's Badge

Soldier of the Month Award

Expert Marksmanship Badge 

3 Army Achievement Medals 

1 Army Commendation Award.

Certification

  • Texas Commission of Law Enforcement- Master Peace Officer (TCOLE)
  • Mental Health Officer
  • Basic Hostage Negotiator
  • Advanced SWAT Officer
  • ALERRT Active Shooter Response Instructor
  • ALERRT Active Attack Integrated Response Instructor
  • ALERRT Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events Instructor
  • Incident Response to Terrorist Bombings
  • Manual/Mechanical/Ballistic/Explosive Breaching
  • ALERRT Active Shooter Response Instructor
  • Vehicle CQB Instructor
  • Firearms Instructor
  • Patrol Rifle Instructor
  • Safariland Shield Instructor
  • Field Training Officer
  • TCOLE Instructor
  • Has attended numerous Defensive Tactics, Tactical/SWAT, Leadership, Peer Support, and Mental Health courses

Leadership Training

  • FBI-LEEDA Trilogy (Supervisor Leadership Institute, Command Leadership Institute, and Executive Leadership Institute)
  • TEEX Incident Management and Response
  • National Tactical Officer Association SWAT Team Leader Development Course
  • National Tactical Officer Association SWAT Command Decision Making and Leadership I Course
  • FBI-LEEDA Internal Affairs Investigations
  • TPCA Basic Internal Affairs Investigations
  • FBI-LEEDA Supervisor Liability
  • National Tactical Officer Association Managing Critical Incidents
  • National Tactical Officer Association Training Management and Risk Mitigation for SWAT
  • RCTA Officer-Involved Shootings
  • Liability Management for Tactical, SWAT & Emergency Response Operations
  • League City Police Department RCTA Peer Support
  • Basic Hostage/Crisis Negotiation
  • C.O.P.S. Traumas of Law Enforcement
  • PATC Responding to Veterans and Police Officers in Crisis PTSD
  • Member of Peer Support Team for League City Police Department
  • Mental Health Peace Officer
  • TEEX- FEMA Incident Command System Forms Review
  • TEEX Galveston County Complex Coordinated Terrorist Attack Workshop

Timeline

SWAT Commander

League City Police Department
02.2021 - Current

Sergeant

League City Police Department
01.2018 - Current

Police Officer

League City Police Department
07.2008 - 12.2017

Infantryman Squad Leader

U.S. Army
01.2004 - 09.2010

Bachelor of Science Criminal Justice -

University of Houston-Victoria
  • Texas Commission of Law Enforcement- Master Peace Officer (TCOLE)
  • Mental Health Officer
  • Basic Hostage Negotiator
  • Advanced SWAT Officer
  • ALERRT Active Shooter Response Instructor
  • ALERRT Active Attack Integrated Response Instructor
  • ALERRT Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events Instructor
  • Incident Response to Terrorist Bombings
  • Manual/Mechanical/Ballistic/Explosive Breaching
  • ALERRT Active Shooter Response Instructor
  • Vehicle CQB Instructor
  • Firearms Instructor
  • Patrol Rifle Instructor
  • Safariland Shield Instructor
  • Field Training Officer
  • TCOLE Instructor
  • Has attended numerous Defensive Tactics, Tactical/SWAT, Leadership, Peer Support, and Mental Health courses
Kyle Massey