Louis Farias
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Accomplished police supervisor skilled in managing personnel and optimizing patrol operations. Expertise in conducting thorough investigations and maintaining high standards of ethics, committed to enhancing community safety and departmental integrity.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Supervisor
NISD Police
San Antonio, TX
02.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of police department, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing feedback to improve team efficiency and morale.
- Monitored incident reports and investigations, ensuring thorough documentation and follow-up actions were taken.
- Developed schedules for patrol units, optimizing resource allocation and coverage across district areas.
- Provided leadership during critical incidents, coordinating response efforts among various law enforcement agencies.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations into allegations of misconduct or policy violations among department personnel.
Crime Scene Investigator
Leon Valley Police Department
Leon Valley, TX
03.2021 - 02.2023
- Analyzed evidence to reconstruct crime scenes, ensuring accuracy and completeness in investigations.
- Collected, preserved, and documented physical evidence following established protocols and legal standards.
- Collaborated with law enforcement teams to provide expert testimony regarding findings and methodologies used.
- Trained junior investigators on proper techniques for evidence handling and scene analysis.
- Conducted thorough interviews with witnesses to gather crucial information impacting investigations.
- Streamlined investigative processes through the establishment of clear protocols for crime scene management and evidence handling procedures.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies for effective communication and coordination during criminal investigations.
- Assisted detectives with suspect interviews and interrogations, providing valuable insights into behavioral patterns associated with criminal activities.
- Prevented evidence contamination by maintaining proper chain of custody and utilizing proper packaging techniques.
- Conducted reconstruction, blood spatter, ballistics and trajectory analysis to support crime scene investigations.
- Recreated crime scenes to establish relationships between pieces of evidence.
- Identified and collected latent fingerprints, tire impressions, tool marks and other biological and physical evidence for investigation.
- Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
- Carefully documented statements, observations, and evidentiary materials.
- Prepared case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews and physical evidence.
- Testified in court during criminal proceedings and trials.
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Marked off crime scenes and controlled access to protect evidence from tampering or loss.
Police Supervisor
Leon Valley Police Department
Leon Valley, TX
06.2017 - 02.2023
- Implemented crime prevention strategies, leading to enhanced safety measures within school environments.
- Oversaw investigations into criminal activity, directing resources for timely resolution of cases.
- Developed comprehensive policies and procedures for officer conduct, ensuring departmental consistency and professionalism.
- Fostered strong relationships with community leaders to promote collaboration on public safety initiatives.
- Ensured officer adherence to state laws and regulations governing police procedures, maintaining a high standard of ethics within the department.
- Maintained accurate records of department budget expenditures, ensuring responsible use of allocated funds.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on best practices in law enforcement tactics and strategies.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies for joint training exercises, improving interdepartmental cooperation during critical incidents.
- Managed scheduling of personnel, optimizing shift coverage for maximum efficiency and effectiveness.
- Served as a liaison between the department and media outlets, providing accurate information and updates on ongoing investigations or public safety concerns.
- Evaluated officer performance on a regular basis, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback.
- Supervised and coordinated daily operations of patrol shifts of up to 5 officers.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members.
- Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Supervised daily operations of police department, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing feedback to improve team efficiency and morale.
- Monitored incident reports and investigations, ensuring thorough documentation and follow-up actions were taken.
- Developed schedules for patrol units, optimizing resource allocation and coverage across district areas.
- Provided leadership during critical incidents, coordinating response efforts among various law enforcement agencies.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations into allegations of misconduct or policy violations among department personnel.
Police Instructor
Leon Valley Police Department
Leon Valley, TX
11.2015 - 02.2023
- Developed and delivered training programs for law enforcement personnel.
- Enhanced instructional methods to improve knowledge retention and skill application.
- Assessed trainee performance through practical evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to customize training curriculum based on community needs.
- Conducted research on current policing trends to integrate into training materials.
- Implemented up-to-date information in lessons regarding changes in laws or regulations pertinent to the field of law enforcement.
- Improved department-wide safety by instructing officers on proper use of equipment and adherence to protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of all training sessions, ensuring compliance with departmental and legal requirements for documentation purposes.
- Mentored new instructors, sharing best practices and assisting them in developing their teaching skills to better serve the needs of the department.
- Assessed trainee performance through written tests, practical evaluations, and ongoing observation, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Facilitated open communication between instructors and trainees, fostering an environment conducive to learning and professional growth.
- Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment.
- Kept updated with developments in subject area curriculum, technical, and career trends and teaching resources and methods.
- Certify and instructed Taser Use course, Axon body camera course, Firearms Proficiency course, Patrol Rifle User Course and Policy driven courses as needed by Leon Valley Police Department.
- Created Leon Valley's first Citizen's Academy Course.
Police Officer
Leon Valley Police Department
Leon Valley, TX
05.2004 - 02.2023
- Enforced laws to maintain public safety and order in diverse community settings.
- Conducted thorough investigations, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to resolve cases.
- Collaborated with community organizations to enhance crime prevention initiatives and awareness programs.
- Managed emergency response situations, coordinating with multiple agencies for effective resolutions.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
St. Phillip's CollegeEa
San Antonio, TXNo Degree - Criminal Justice
Northwest Vista College
San Antonio, TXSkills
- Patrol supervision
- Crime prevention
- Investigative skills
- Laws and ordinances
- Conflict de-escalation
- Workload balancing
- Police reports
- Personnel supervision
- Teamwork
- Law enforcement
- Emergency response
- Team management
Certification
Master Peace Officer License
Instructor License
Firearms Instructor License
Patrol Rifle Instructor License
Timeline
Police Supervisor
NISD Police
02.2023 - Current
Crime Scene Investigator
Leon Valley Police Department
03.2021 - 02.2023
Police Supervisor
Leon Valley Police Department
06.2017 - 02.2023
Police Instructor
Leon Valley Police Department
11.2015 - 02.2023
Police Officer
Leon Valley Police Department
05.2004 - 02.2023
No Degree - Criminal Justice
St. Phillip's CollegeEa
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Northwest Vista College