Nicholas Barlow
402 E Hendricks Blvd,Wink, TX
Summary
Public Speaking Exceptional interpersonal communication Conflict Resolution Project and Team Coordination Proactive Mindset Persuasive Communication Style Multitasking Stressful Environment Professionalism SUMMARY Highlighted with management, leadership, and coordination skills. Organized with excellent communication skills through a customer service and fire service background. Exceptional at juggling multiple tasks, expanding knowledge, and working under pressure. Broad industry experience, including emergency response, recovery, mitigation, and preparedness. Insightful as a Peace Officer with four years of experience as a city police officer and as sheriff's deputy environment and commitment to maintaining high levels of safety and organization. Proven leader with great and detail-oriented observation skills. Goal-oriented with a calm and focused demeanor in stressful situations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sheriff's Deputy
Winkler County Sheriff's Office
1300 S Bellaire Rd, Kermit, TX 79745
08.2022 - Current
- Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
- Identified suspicious activity and conducted interviews with witnesses to build cases.
- Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports, and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Gathered information and evidence to assist in solving crimes.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicles and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Interviewed criminal targets and witnesses to uncover facts for verification and authentication.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Implemented community policing initiatives to strengthen relationships with local citizens.
- Served court documents and completed civil process duties for cases.
- Filled in for absent sheriff to maintain continuous leadership structure and support team members.
- Drafted reports detailing incidents and safety violations.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationships with the community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Performed rescue functions in accidents, emergencies, and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Rendered aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.
- Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
- Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Maintained structure and security during court proceedings.
- Oversaw security for businesses by monitoring grounds and identifying suspicious activity.
Patrol Officer
Wink Police Department
303 E Hendricks Blvd, Wink, TX 79789
06.2019 - Current
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicles and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become a familiar presence in the area.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as a witness under oath in court.
- Oversaw security for businesses by monitoring grounds and identifying suspicious activity.
- Drafted detailing incidents and safety violations.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided appropriate support.
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
- Assessed and managed potential risks and hazardous situations.
- Responded to call-outs during periods of low coverage or high demand to serve the public in the city.
- Conveyed important information at the start of each shift, such as areas of focus and persons of interest in local areas.
- Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
- Guided officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.
- Gave presentations at community groups and public events highlighting the work of police officers and special teams.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve patrol operations.
Pecos County Feed & Supply, 500 W Hornbeck
11.2018 - 06.2019
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Cleaned warehouse area to maintain a safe working environment and reduce airborne particulate matter.
- Reviewed job tickets to determine product and quantity to load.
- Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.
- Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
- Ran controls to start, stop and pause the machine to resolve loading issues.
- Assisted machine operator with setup, repair and maintenance actions.
- Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
- Performed quality checks during and after every job was run to make sure the project met or exceeded expectations.
- Opened and closed gates of belt and pneumatic conveyors using proper safety precautions.
- Operated machine by feeding and unloading parts safely.
- Prioritized workloads depending on project specifications and deadlines.
- Performed routine maintenance on workplace equipment to immediately address problems.
- Used automated material moving equipment safely on the job, following manufacturer instructions.
- Transferred [Type] materials and products to store for transport.
- Manipulated hand tools, conveyors, or forklifts to load materials into equipment.
- Performed prescribed maintenance on machinery and equipment in the work area to eliminate downtime.
Correctional Officer
Texas, Justice
01.2015 - 11.2018
- I-10 E, Guards inmates in penal institution in accordance with established policies, regulations, and procedures observes conduct and behavior of inmates to prevent disturbances and escapes
- Inspects locks, window bars, grills, doors, and gates for tampering
- Searches inmates and cells for contraband articles
- Guards and directs inmates during work assignments
- Patrols assigned areas for evidence of forbidden activities, infraction of rules, and unsatisfactory attitude or adjustment of prisoners
- Reports observations to superior
- Employs weapons or force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners, if necessary
- May escort inmates to and from visiting room, medical office, and religious services
- May guard entrance of jail to screen visitors
- May prepare written report concerning incidences of inmate disturbances or injuries
- May be designated according to institution as Correction Officer, City or County Jail; Correction Officer, Penitentiary; Correction Officer, Reformatory
- May guard prisoners in transit between jail, courtroom, prison, or other point, traveling by automobile or public transportation and be designated Guard, Deputy.
Resource Specialist
Texas A&M Forest Service
10.2012 - 01.2015
- Serve as a wildland firefighter and/or emergency responder on a statewide basis
- Duties will include operation of heavy firefighting equipment, use of hand firefighting tools, and perform ground reconnaissance on wildfires
- Employee must meet and annually maintain a physical fitness standard which includes successfully completing a 2-mile walk carrying a 25-pound pack in 30 minutes or less and obtain required NWCG training and Red Card Certification
- Employee will carry a communication device to facilitate 24-hour availability
- Will be required to respond to dispatcher within 30 minutes of receiving an emergency page, notification, or alert
- Assist Regional Fire Coordinator with the delivery of the Capacity Building programs to VFDs and municipal fire departments
- Support the development and delivery of the programs within TFS and with other government agencies
- These programs include: VFD assistance, insurance, and vehicle liability risk pool; Fire Safe; FEPP; VFA cost shares; Helping Hands; training; fire risk assessment; aviation; and TICC
- Assist in the delivery of programs developed by the Regional Fire Coordinators, Fire Prevention Specialists, Urban Interface Specialists, and Prescribed Burning Specialist
- Support the Fire Risk Assessment Coordinator with data collection
- Maintain assigned state vehicle, transport/dozers, and other emergency equipment in a professional state of readiness
- Provide support for Forest Resource Development programs as requested and support other TFS programs as requested
- Manage and account for TFS credit cards in accordance with applicable laws, policies, rules, procedures, and guidelines
- Serve on TFS Incident Management Team, Fire Prevention Teams, and Wildland Urban Interface Mitigation Teams
- (percent of time is dependent on severity and frequency of fire seasons) -Within 90 days of hire must establish a primary residency within 30 minutes travel time of home base to ensure timely response for duty as directed
- Working Conditions: May require exposure to harsh environmental conditions such as wind, sunlight, rain, and temperature extremes
- May require walking long distances, standing for extended periods, twisting, bending, reaching, and kneeling
- May require lifting and carrying heavy objects
- May require driving motor vehicles for long distances
- May require operating computers with monitors for extended periods of time.
Education
No Degree - TCOLE Basic Peace Officer Academy
Midland College
WRTTC, Fort Stockton, Texas05.2019
No Degree - TCFP Basic Firefighter / EMT Academy
Navarro College
Corsicana, Texas10.2012
No Degree - Bachelor of Art Criminal Justice
American Public University System
Charles Town, WVSkills
- Physical Restraint
- Gang Knowledge
- Motor Vehicle Operation
- Search and Rescue Operations
- Directing Traffic
- Incident Response
- Adult Detention
- Local, State, and Federal Regulations
- Effective Working Relationships
- Foot Pursuit
- Community Events
- Secure Scene Perimeters
- Building Security Check
- File and Records Management
- Emergency Management
- Scene Security
- Procedure Improvement
- Witness Communication
- Law Enforcement
- Safety and Risk Assessments
- Surveillance
- Confiscate Property
- Detailed Documentation
- Crime Scene Processing
- Investigate Criminal Acts
- Serving Court Documents
- Control Crowd
- Warrant Procedures
- Information Verification
- Surveillance and Patrol
- Emergency Situations
- Suspicious Activity Monitoring
- Civil Process Completion
- Domestic Violence Prevention
- Prisoner Transport
- Court Proceedings
- Evidence Preservation
- Accident Scene Management
- Investigative Reports
- Municipal Codes
- Commercial Property
- Criminal Law
- Background Investigations
- Render Aid
- Area Canvassing
- Suspect Pursuance and Arrest
- Safety and Security
- Ground Patrol
- Protecting People and Property
- Complainant Support
- Crime Investigation Discovery
- Mobile Surveillance
- Summons and Subpoena Serving
- Legal Procedures
- Incident Investigation
- Outreach Initiatives
- Prisoner Escorts
- Write Case Reports
- Search and Seizure Laws
- Issue Citations
- Witness Interviewing
- Criminal Law Expertise
- Subpoena Delivery
- Officer Training
- Patrol Local Areas
- Interrogation Techniques
- Warrant Issuing
- Post-Trip Inspections
- Individual Surveillance
- Organizational Systems
- Law Enforcement Information Databases
- Crime Prevention
- Courthouse Security
- Traffic and Motorists Monitoring
- Public Event Security
- Inmate Observation
- Traffic Citations Issuance
Accomplishments
TCOLE Intermediate Peace Officer
TCOLE Basic Instructor
SFFMA Basic Instructor
Certification
- EVOC - Emergency Vehicle Operators Course
Timeline
Sheriff's Deputy
Winkler County Sheriff's Office
08.2022 - Current
Patrol Officer
Wink Police Department
06.2019 - Current
Pecos County Feed & Supply, 500 W Hornbeck
11.2018 - 06.2019
Correctional Officer
Texas, Justice
01.2015 - 11.2018
Resource Specialist
Texas A&M Forest Service
10.2012 - 01.2015
No Degree - TCOLE Basic Peace Officer Academy
Midland College
No Degree - TCFP Basic Firefighter / EMT Academy
Navarro College
No Degree - Bachelor of Art Criminal Justice
American Public University System