Michael Vaughan
Lakehills,TX
Summary
Dedicated Police Officer with more than 28 years of expertise and knowledge. With experience as a Patrol Officer, Detective, Sergeant,Lieutenant and Patrol Deputy. Considered patient, professional and confident in all types of situations and when interacting with all personalities.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patrol Deputy Sheriff
Kendall County Sheriff's Office
Boerne, TX
06.2022 - Current
- As a Patrol Deputy I am assigned to the day shift.
- Patrolled designated area to assist persons in trouble and render other public safety services.
- Conducted preliminary or follow-up investigations of various crimes or other incidents to close open cases.
- Collected and preserved evidence associated with crimes, supporting investigations
- Arrested and transported suspects or prisoners to jail or court to maintain custody.
- Interviewed subjects, targets and witnesses for information verification and corroboration.
- Responded to radio messages or telephone instructions to appear at scenes of disorder or crime.
- Prepared detailed documentation of felony-level property and violent crimes investigations.
- Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings and varied incidents.
- Regulated vehicle flow, at times of emergency or congestion to reduce accidents.
- Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
- Patrolled designated to identify criminal activities, issue citations, prevent incidents and serve warrants.
Police Lieutenant
San Antonio Police Department
San Antonio, TX
03.2016 - 04.2021
- As a Patrol Lieutenant I was assigned to South Patrol A Shift, South Patrol T Shift and West Patrol T Shift.
- I supervised about 60 officers on each shift. This included Sergeants, Detectives and Patrol officers.
- It was my job to assign Sergeants to a patrol section and to make sure the Sergeants were supervising their officers and detectives.
- I daily filled out the pay sheets and work sheets.
- I conducted roll calls to make sure officers were present and knew their job assignments. Important Information was given to the officers of special areas of emphasis, including properties to watch and noted criminals understood to be in patrol areas. Also procedures were covered so the officers could do their jobs more effectively,
- It was my job to review complaints, accident packets and Use of force reports that were forwarded to me by the Sergeants. If they needed correction I would send them back to the Sergeants for correction. If the packets needed no correction I would forward them to my Captain.
- I also did end of year evaluations on my Sergeants.
- I conducted monthly uniform inspections.
- I coordinated with my Captain and made sure I was supervising my shift the way he wanted me to. Also any tasks given by the Captain were delegated to the Sergeants or handled myself depending on the task.
- Lastly I monitored the shift to make sure policies and procedures were being followed.
Police Sergeant
San Antonio Police Department
San Antonio, TX
03.2010 - 03.2016
- As a Sergeant I was assigned to West Patrol C Shift and supervised about 15 subordinates.
- Trained and mentored staff on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect public trust.
- Reviewed and assessed criminal prosecution information, including search warrants, citations and complaints.
- Reviewed reports submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
- Monitored serving of warrants and assisted in making required arrests.
- Informed shift officers of special areas of emphasis, including properties to watch and noted criminals understood to be in patrol areas.
- Patrolled assigned areas to monitor my officers and to assist them when needed.
- Contacted follow up unit when required by procedure.
- Conducted end of year evaluations for my officers.
- Supervised major crime scenes.
Police Detective
San Antonio Police Department
San Antonio, TX
01.2004 - 03.2010
- As a detective I was assigned to Prue Property Crimes and Robbery Task Force.
- Collected and analyzed intelligence information in relation to investigations.
- Conducted covert, undercover investigations to uncover ongoing crimes and crimes in progress.
- Checked with local pawnshops to locate stolen property.
- Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.
- Interviewed suspects, informants, and witnesses to gain clearer picture of criminal acts and collect statements.
- Documented facts and statements gathered from complainants, witnesses and accused persons.
- Prepared detailed reports and affidavits for courts by obtaining information through physical surveillance and thorough investigations.
- Managed investigations and prepared criminal cases for court.
- Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
- Executed search warrants and obtained subpoenas to obtain evidence for resolution of criminal matters.
- Offered advice, guidance and leadership to junior detectives.
- Produced and submitted accurate and detailed reports to complete files and support criminal cases.
- Conducted investigations of suspects and interviewed witnesses to obtain statements.
- Served warrants for individuals and property searches.
- Spoke with witnesses, collected descriptions and located persons of interest.
Police Officer
San Antonio Police Department
San Antonio, TX
01.1995 - 01.2004
- As a patrol officer I was assigned to Prue A Shift and Prue B Shift.
- Investigated criminal and traffic offenses.
- Apprehended suspects, prepared case reports and testified in courtroom hearings.
- Mediated domestic-related disturbances and protected victims from harm.
- Responded to and investigated security and burglar alarms.
- Adhered to all safety protocols and properly handled all equipment, weapons and materials.
- Served active warrants and subpoenas.
- Responded to calls related to DWI, felonies, misdemeanors, domestic abuse and animal rescue.
- Searched vehicles, buildings, homes and property for evidence and stolen property.
- Communicated with subjects and witnesses to acquire and verify information relevant to roadway accident investigations.
- Assessed crime scenes upon arrival and secured areas.
- Inspected squad vehicle and weapons daily and arranged for routine and special maintenance.
- Gathered preliminary investigation information as first responder to crime scenes.
- Issued misdemeanor and traffic tickets
- Responded to search and rescue operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Southwest Texas State University
San Marcos, TX12.1993
High School Diploma -
Lytle High School
Lytle, TX06.1989
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Multitasking
- Work ethic
- PPE use
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Radar Certified
- Team management
- Communication
- Planning
- Dispatch Communication
- Motor Vehicle Law Enforcement
- Issuing Citations
- Accident Investigations
- Maintaining Order
- Report Writing
Certification
Master Police Officer
Timeline
Patrol Deputy Sheriff
Kendall County Sheriff's Office
06.2022 - Current
Police Lieutenant
San Antonio Police Department
03.2016 - 04.2021
Police Sergeant
San Antonio Police Department
03.2010 - 03.2016
Police Detective
San Antonio Police Department
01.2004 - 03.2010
Police Officer
San Antonio Police Department
01.1995 - 01.2004
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Southwest Texas State University
High School Diploma -
Lytle High School
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