Lawrence Prothro
Lancaster,TX
Summary
Administrative leader offering experience prioritizing and delegating administrative tasks to drive goal achievement within Dallas communities. Proficient in schedule coordination, resource allocation and office supply inventory management. Dedicated to training and mentoring top talent while cultivating a productive and safe work culture.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrative Sergeant
Dallas Police Department
01.2009 - 01.2019
- Assisted the hiring process by screening applicants, conducting interviews, and making recommendations for new hires based on departmental needs and candidate qualifications.
- Collaborated with community partners to promote public safety initiatives such as neighborhood watch programs and town hall meetings on crime prevention strategies.
- Oversaw budget management, tracking expenditures and identifying opportunities to reduce operational costs.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by conducting regular audits of departmental activities and procedures.
Police Sergeant, Patrol
Dallas Police Department
01.2006 - 01.2019
- Guided officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to remain current on law enforcement trends, tactics, and technologies.
- Managed daily scheduling of patrol personnel, ensuring adequate coverage during peak hours or special events.
- Conducted regular evaluations of officers'' strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement to enhance overall team performance.
Field Training Officer
Dallas Police Department
01.1996 - 01.2006
- Served as a positive role model for new officers, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and commitment to public service at all times.
- Facilitated effective communication between trainees and senior staff for increased collaboration and teamwork in the field.
- Conducted regular assessments to gauge trainee competence in critical skills, adjusting training plans as needed to address gaps in knowledge or ability.
- Mentored new officers throughout their probationary period, offering guidance on best practices for successful career advancement within the department.
- Ensured proper documentation of all training activities to maintain compliance with department guidelines and accreditation standards.
- Maintained accurate records of each officer''s progress throughout their training program, facilitating timely completion of required milestones for graduation from probationary status.
Police Officer
Dallas Police Department
01.1991 - 01.1996
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
Marine Corps Recruit
Unites States Marine Corps
01.1986 - 01.1990
- Developed cultural awareness by interacting with international military forces during joint training exercises abroad.
- Upheld core values of honor, courage, commitment throughout service demonstrating dedication to both individual growth and collective success.
- Developed teamwork and leadership skills by completing rigorous Marine Corps basic training.
- Gained proficiency in handling various types of weapons systems during marksmanship training sessions for mission readiness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Southwest Missouri State
Springfield, MO06.1985
Skills
- Organizational Leadership
- Document Preparation
- Task Delegation
- Meeting facilitation
- Personnel Management
- Office Management
Certification
- CFR - Certified First Responder
- Basic Peace Officer Certification
- Intermediate Peace Officer Certification
- Masters Peace Officer Certification
Timeline
Administrative Sergeant
Dallas Police Department
01.2009 - 01.2019
Police Sergeant, Patrol
Dallas Police Department
01.2006 - 01.2019
Field Training Officer
Dallas Police Department
01.1996 - 01.2006
Police Officer
Dallas Police Department
01.1991 - 01.1996
Marine Corps Recruit
Unites States Marine Corps
01.1986 - 01.1990
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Southwest Missouri State