MICHAEL RAY GALVAN
Palm Valley
Summary
A law enforcement professional with proven track record in community policing and collaboration with all stakeholders. Known for fostering teamwork and achieving operational efficiency, adaptable to dynamic environments. Proficient in threat assessment and regulatory compliance, dependable and flexible in meeting security needs.
Diligent Chief of Police with comprehensive experience in maintaining security protocols and ensuring a safe community. Successfully identified and mitigated potential security threats while adhering to strict regulatory standards. Demonstrated expertise in threat detection and crisis management.
Overview
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Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Security Officer (TSO)
Transportation Security Administration / Department of Homeland Security
Harlingen, TX
03.2022 - Current
- Ensure the safe travel of all passengers that pass through our inspection checkpoint while utilizing the technology provided to perform the mission goals. Baggage X-Ray (AT)(CT), AIT Body Scan, Explosive Trace Detection, Bottle Liquid Scanner, and OSRP Baggage CT-80 X-ray certified. Positive verification of all passengers' identification prior to entrance into the checkpoint while maintaining a professional positive attitude with all during the entire process for greater compliance. Report all activities to the supervisors during the entire shift. Left in charge of the shift, which required all shift rotation reporting to control the workflow, breaks, and lunches. Resolved all issues that would arise as per policy. All other duties as assigned. I have received numerous awards and citations for my work in specialized cases involving the seizure of weapons and for stopping threats that attempted access to the sterile area.
- Supervisor: Michael Rodriguez (956-454-9467)
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes.
Court Security Officer
AHTNA Support and Training Services
Brownsville, TX
12.2020 - 02.2022
- Assist Customs Border Protection and Immigration and Customs Enforcement with Courtroom Migrant Protection Protocols. Kept detailed reports for Immigration and Customs Enforcement to ensure the most efficient and safest standards were met as per their policies. Assisted the command staff in writing all policies to meet and or exceed the state and federal requirements for the jailing and housing of non-citizen detainees in our custody. Trained all staff in the proper handling of all persons in our custody. Trained all staff in the proper courtroom etiquette and procedures expected of all during the federal immigration hearings. Trained all staff in the proper forms and documentation requirements during the federal immigration hearings. Trained all staff in the proper handling of all information-sensitive documents in our possession during the immigration process. Trained all staff in the proper operations of all the information technology used during the immigration hearings during the COVID non-contact hearings. Trained all staff in the proper use of all Personal Protection Equipment. Ordered and issued all uniforms to employees as needed. Kept a detailed report of all uniforms issued and in inventory. Kept a detailed report of all Computer, radio, and Information Technology equipment issued to staff from I.C.E. Kept detailed logs of all operations, daily food inventory, and non-citizens processed and reported to command staff and Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Maintained all reports documenting safety protocols, trainings, and threat analysis drills as needed.
- Supervisor: Gilberto Mascorro (956-638-8290)
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes.
Chief of Police/Lieutenant/Emergency Management Coordinator
City of San Benito Police Department
San Benito, TX
02.2000 - 12.2020
- Chief of Police. I prepared reports on a weekly, monthly, and yearly basis of crime statistics. Emergency Manager for the City, Supervisor to Internal Affairs Division, Public Information Officer, Training Division, Detective Division, and Narcotics Division. Daily Operations of the Department. Grant research, applications, and maintain grants for EMPG Emergency Management Funds for the City. Kept detailed reports on all grant monies used and reported all milestones during projects to the Texas Department of Emergency Management to ensure proper compliance with the grant requirements. Coordinate Fire, Police, EMS, Public Works, and surrounding agencies during critical incidents or natural disasters, and commanded all 210 city employees from all departments and city officials. Web-master for the Police Department web page, Facebook, and X (Twitter) Accounts, which are maintained on a daily basis, including weekends or critical incidents. CPTED Advanced Certified (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) and Site Reviewer for planning and zoning building plans of all new business construction. Maintained all state-mandated training rosters for license compliance by all 52 officers and 12 dispatchers. Trained officers and cadets at the academy as needed during specialized topic modules of the required curriculum. Certified by the State of Texas as an Instructor. Board member of the Lower Rio Grande Valley Police Academy. Annual budget analysis to ensure cost-effective use of taxpayer monies. Sought out pricing for all uniforms, equipment, and vehicles used by the department. Wrote out Requests for Bids, Requests for Proposals for special use equipment, software, and police vehicles that were used for Law Enforcement purposes. Wrote executive summaries for agenda items to present to the governing body during governmental meetings. Kept detailed records of all budgetary transactions and reported all to the finance department and city manager to ensure the highest level of transparency. Wrote a police department Standard Operating Procedure Guideline and Police Department Policy that was submitted and approved by the City Attorney and the Governing Body. Kept a detailed report of all the evidence kept for prosecution purposes, and once the defendant was adjudicated, all the appropriate affidavits were filed with the court of record to destroy the evidence as per law. Kept detailed reports of all asset forfeiture items seized from criminals and reported all to the United States Marshall’s Office and the District Attorney's Office for proper disposition or distribution as per the civil asset seizure settlements assigned by the courts of jurisdiction. I held the positions of K-9 Handler, SWAT Operator, Public Information Officer, Internal Affairs Investigator, Narcotics Investigator, Instructor, Training Coordinator, Patrol Sergeant, Patrol Lieutenant, Assistant Chief of Police, and Chief of Police. During my tenure as Assistant Chief of Police and Chief of Police, I modernized our camera surveillance system at all city buildings, including the Police Department. Access and security measures at all city buildings were revamped to ensure the safety of all employees and the citizens who conducted business there. A grant was sought out to bring in a new computer-assisted dispatch system that included all new backroom radios, portable radios, and in-car radios with a P-25 Trunking system. I was instrumental in purchasing and, as a project manager, helped build out a new mobile report writing system that became a test market for the future of policing. The successful utilization of iPads with the CAD system for the in-car report writing system took many meetings with Verizon, Apple, and Tyler Technologies, but it was launched and is now a very budget-conscious solution to report writing in the field and for investigations.
- Supervisor: City Manager Manuel De La Rosa (956-361-3880)
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes.
Education
Criminal Justice Degree
South Texas College
Technical or Occupational Certificate - undefined
University of Texas Brownsville Police Academy
Brownsville, TX, United States01-1999
New Chiefs' Course/Leadership Development Course - LEMIT
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TXSkills
- Integrity and honesty
- Customer service and assistance
- De-escalation techniques
- Policy enforcement
- Team development
- Surveillance monitoring
- Security equipment operation
- Incident reporting
- Customer relations skills
- Threat management
- Public safety awareness
- Security screening expertise
- Explosives detection
- Operations management
- Behavioral observations
- Body scanner operation
- Pat-down procedures
- Crisis response
- Baggage inspection
- Emergency preparedness
- Procedure implementation
- Behavioral analysis
- Physical fitness
- Stress tolerance
- Firearm handling
- Threat assessment
- Suspicious activity identification
- Report development
- Baggage inspections
- Multilingual proficiency
- Access control management
- Entry and exit monitoring
- Radio communication
- Passport checks
- Security station background
- Security breach management
- X-ray machine operation
- Screening process management
- Object identification
- Security risk assessment
- Threat mitigation
- Cargo inspections
- Passenger relations
- Law enforcement collaboration
- Detailed documentation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Proactive problem-solving
- Task prioritization
- Interpersonal skills
- Public safety
- Crowd control
- Analytical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Goal setting
- Risk assessment
- Professionalism
- Security clearance
- Security protocols
- Threat detection
- Cultural awareness
- Emergency response
- Professional demeanor
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Analytical skills
Certification
Basic Peace Officer Certification, TCOLE Instructor License, and currently holding a Master Peace Officer License
LIFE Experience
I am currently a licensed Real Estate Agent, a Reserve Cameron County Deputy Constable, and the City of Palm Valley Mayor. I have a great passion for taking care of my community and their quality of life, which includes safety and security at all levels. One of the most important responsibilities and lessons that I have learned is to treat everyone like you would treat your family.
Timeline
Transportation Security Officer (TSO)
Transportation Security Administration / Department of Homeland Security
03.2022 - Current
Court Security Officer
AHTNA Support and Training Services
12.2020 - 02.2022
Chief of Police/Lieutenant/Emergency Management Coordinator
City of San Benito Police Department
02.2000 - 12.2020
Technical or Occupational Certificate - undefined
University of Texas Brownsville Police Academy
Criminal Justice Degree
South Texas College
New Chiefs' Course/Leadership Development Course - LEMIT
Sam Houston State University