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Nancy G Castillo

Laredo,TX

Summary

Experienced with strong background in accounting, grant management, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Sergeant

Laredo Police Department
06.2024 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Multi-task and handle special projects.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively within the department.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Facilitated meetings between various stakeholders involved in the development of new policies or revisions of existing ones.
  • Familiar with Lexipol and policy distribution.
  • Delivered comprehensive training sessions to staff members on new and updated policies, increasing overall compliance rates.
  • Enhanced policy implementation by streamlining administrative processes and procedures.
  • Managed policy documentation, ensuring accurate record-keeping and easy access for relevant stakeholders.

Investigator

Laredo Police Department-CAPROS
03.2023 - 02.2024
  • Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
  • Conducted thorough face-to-face interviews with employers, families, neighbors, friends, and suspects, and documented investigative findings.
  • Collected information pertaining to criminal proceedings and performed investigations to resolve cases.
  • Conducted interviews with witnesses and clients.
  • Addressed complex cybercrime cases, utilizing specialized skills to track and apprehend perpetrators.
  • Uncovered critical evidence by meticulously analyzing financial records and other documents related to investigations.

Investigator

Laredo Police Department-CAPERS
02.2019 - 03.2023
  • Collected information pertaining to criminal proceedings and performed investigations to resolve cases.
  • Collaborated with federal agencies on investigations.
  • Interviewed and interrogated suspects.
  • Assisted in the development of investigative strategies, resulting in more efficient case resolutions.
  • Identified trends in criminal activities, allowing for proactive measures to be taken against future threats.
  • Testified in court during proceedings and trials.
  • Carefully documented statements, observations, and evidentiary materials.
  • Improved team efficiency with introduction of streamlined case management system.
  • Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.

Police Officer

Laredo Police Department-Patrol
01.2012 - 02.2019
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
  • Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
  • Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
  • Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
  • 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.
  • Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
  • Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.

Administrative Assistant

City of Laredo-Police Department
03.2009 - 01.2012
  • Managed budget reports for Laredo Police Department grants (e.g. TxDot, DOJ, COPS).
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Conduct research and compile administrative data and statistics to prepare reports and speeches.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry for Laredo Police Department funds.
  • Submitted performance measure reports for all Laredo Police Department grants.
  • Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
  • Monitor construction contracts and prepare bid specifications.
  • Managed expense reports for various city departments, ensuring accurate documentation of spending for budgeting purposes.
  • Assisted in preparation of financial reports, gathering data that contributed to budgeting accuracy for Laredo Police Department and other departments withing the city.
  • Contributed to policy updates, researching regulations to ensure city compliance.
  • Facilitated cross-departmental communication, organizing meetings to discuss grant progress with the city accountants.

Accountant

City of Laredo
12.2007 - 03.2009
  • Worked directly with Laredo Police Department for the handling of day to day accounting process to obtain financial accuracy (e.g. account tracking, payroll, budgeting, grants).
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
  • Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
  • Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
  • Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
  • Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
  • Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.

Education

MBA - Accounting

Texas A&M International University
Laredo, TX
05-2009

Affiliations

  • Treasurer for Laredo Police Officers Association (2013-present)

Timeline

Sergeant

Laredo Police Department
06.2024 - Current

Investigator

Laredo Police Department-CAPROS
03.2023 - 02.2024

Investigator

Laredo Police Department-CAPERS
02.2019 - 03.2023

Police Officer

Laredo Police Department-Patrol
01.2012 - 02.2019

Administrative Assistant

City of Laredo-Police Department
03.2009 - 01.2012

Accountant

City of Laredo
12.2007 - 03.2009

MBA - Accounting

Texas A&M International University

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