Miguel Leal
Brownsville
Summary
Experienced Police Supervisor with extensive experience in the law enforcement field, excelling in team management and conflict de-escalation. Proven track record in enhancing operational effectiveness and mentoring personnel. Skilled in firearms training and decision-making, leading to improved incident response and community safety.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Sergeant
South Padre Island Police Department
South Padre Island, TX
11.2020 - 12.2025
- Supervised daily operations ensuring adherence to departmental protocols and community standards.
- Mentored junior officers, enhancing team performance through training and guidance.
- Coordinated response efforts during emergencies, improving incident management efficiency.
- Conducted investigations, gathering evidence to support case resolutions and enhance public safety.
- Implemented process improvements leading to enhanced operational effectiveness within the department.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Conducted regular audits of department operations, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures while identifying areas for improvement.
Lead Police Academy Instructor
Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council
Weslaco, TX
02.2020 - 08.2021
- Developed and delivered comprehensive training programs for law enforcement personnel.
- Assessed trainee performance through practical evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Implemented updated instructional methods to enhance knowledge retention and application.
- Collaborated with local agencies to integrate community policing principles into curriculum design.
- Evaluated training materials for relevance and compliance with state regulations and standards.
- Mentored new instructors in effective teaching techniques and classroom management strategies.
- Provided expert instruction on firearm safety, maintenance, and marksmanship while adhering to strict range procedures.
Patrol Officer
San Benito Police Department
San Benito, TX
11.2012 - 05.2018
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
- Conducted traffic stops and investigations to ensure compliance with traffic laws.
- Collaborated with community members to foster trust and address concerns.
- Responded to emergency calls, providing timely assistance in critical situations.
- Arrested suspects with appropriate use of force, following departmental guidelines and legal procedures.
- Enhanced public safety by patrolling assigned areas and responding to emergency situations promptly.
- Handled crisis situations effectively by utilizing strong communication skills, de-escalation techniques, and sound judgment under pressure.
- Testified in court cases as needed, providing clear and concise accounts of events witnessed or investigated.
- Compiled detailed reports on daily activities and incidents to inform law enforcement strategies.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
Detention Supervisor
Cameron County Sheriff Department
Olmito, TX
09.2009 - 11.2012
- Supervised daily operations of detention facility, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and policies.
- Managed inmate schedules, coordinating activities to promote rehabilitation and reduce idleness.
- Developed training programs for new staff, enhancing team performance and operational effectiveness.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities, identifying maintenance needs and ensuring a secure environment.
- Enhanced staff efficiency through comprehensive training programs and performance evaluations.
- Conducted thorough investigations into allegations of misconduct, ensuring fair treatment for all involved parties.
- Collaborated with other supervisors to create policies that improved overall facility operations.
- Ensured the safety of detainees by conducting regular security checks and maintaining strict adherence to protocols.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising in different jail locations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lopez High School
Brownsville, TX06-2006
Skills
- Performance appraisals
- Team management
- Multitasking
- Decision-making
- Conflict de-escalation
- Patrol supervision
- Active shooter training
- Courtroom testimony
- Firearms training
- Personnel supervision
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of up to 40 staff members.
- Received the MADD Award for DWI Enforcement.
Certification
- CFR - Certified First Responder
- Police Instructor
- Firearms Instructor / Red Dot Optics Firearms Instructor
- Crisis and Hostage Negotiator Certification
- SWAT Certification
- Active Shooter Instructor
- Ballistic Shield Instructor
- Police Emergency Driving Instructor
- Standardized Field Sobriety Test Instructor
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Police Sergeant
South Padre Island Police Department
11.2020 - 12.2025
Lead Police Academy Instructor
Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council
02.2020 - 08.2021
Patrol Officer
San Benito Police Department
11.2012 - 05.2018
Detention Supervisor
Cameron County Sheriff Department
09.2009 - 11.2012
High School Diploma -
Lopez High School