Melissa Villastrigo
Laredo
Summary
Fitness and Wellness Coordinator Police Officer with the City of Laredo, skilled in law enforcement fitness programming and event planning. Successfully designed and led department-wide initiatives, enhancing officer readiness and camaraderie. Proven ability to support mental health through wellness challenges, demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fitness and Wellness Coordinator Police Officer
City of Laredo
12.2024 - Current
- Design and lead department-wide fitness initiatives, including daily training sessions and wellness education.
- Personalized programming tailored to the physical demands of law enforcement duties.
- Introduced team-building wellness challenges to improve camaraderie and participation.
- Serve as a health and fitness resource for officers and recruits.
Police Officer
City of Laredo
01.2019 - 12.2024
- Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls, including traffic incidents, disturbances and criminal activity.
- Enforce local and state laws to maintain public safety and order within the community.
- Conduct criminal investigations, gather evidence, interview and complete detailed reports.
- Perform routine patrols in assigned areas to deter and detect illegal activity.
- Maintain physical readiness through regular fitness and defensive tactics training.
Police Officer
United Independent School District
07.2015 - 12.2018
- Serve as a certified law enforcement officer assigned to K-12 schools to ensure safe and secure learning environment.
- Enforce laws and school policies while acting as a visible deterrent to criminal and disruptive behavior.
- Investigate incidents occurring on school property and coordinate with school administrators and the County Attorney's Office.
- Support students in crisis situations and refer them to appropriate counseling or support services.
Education
Certified Personal Trainer - American College of Sports Medicine
Texas Department of Public Safety Fitness Institute
Austin, TX11-2024
Criminal Justice
Texas A & M International University
Laredo, TX05-2014
Skills
- Law Enforcement Fitness Programming
- Police Officer Health and Wellness
- Group and Individual Traininge
- Event Planning and Wellness Challenges
- Performance Testing and Readiness
- Patrol Operations
- Criminal Investigation
- Use of Force Continuum
- Surveillance & Observation
- Firearms Proficiency
- Defensive Tactics
Certification
- Certified Personal Trainer through the American College of Sports Medicine - November 2024
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Awards
- Meritorious Award- May 2022
- Meritorious Award- May 2023
- Outstanding Performance- May 2024
- Meritorious Award- May 2025
Timeline
Fitness and Wellness Coordinator Police Officer
City of Laredo
12.2024 - Current
Police Officer
City of Laredo
01.2019 - 12.2024
Police Officer
United Independent School District
07.2015 - 12.2018
Certified Personal Trainer - American College of Sports Medicine
Texas Department of Public Safety Fitness Institute
Criminal Justice
Texas A & M International University
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