Oscar Nava
El Paso,TX
Summary
Resourceful Police Officer with 9 years of law enforcement experience. Focused on maintaining order and public safety, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property and promoting positive community relations.
Trustworthy Us Army STG with success in training team members, conducting evaluations and reviewing records. Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Safety-driven and disciplined with a remarkable work ethic.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
El Paso County Sheriff's Office
03.2019 - Current
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports, and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
- Identified suspicious activity and conducted interviews with witnesses to build cases.
- Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
- Gathered information and evidence to assist in solving crimes.
- Implemented community policing initiatives to strengthen relationships with local citizens.
- Filled in for absent supervisors to maintain continuous leadership structure and support team members.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
Soldier
US Army Reserves
05.2016 - Current
- Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
- Trained in infantry tactics, weapons and medical procedures for well-rounded field support.
- Coached and mentored new recruits for motivated, high-performing teams.
- Assembled, disassembled and maintained various weapons for operational readiness.
- Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
- Maintained awareness of subordinates' personal problems and shortcomings, supporting personal and professional growth.
- Completed BLC program upon receipt of SGT as part of leadership development.
Detention Officer
El Paso County Sheriff's Office
04.2014 - 08.2018
- Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
- Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
- Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
- Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks.
- Transported prisoners throughout facility and off-site to medical appointments and court appearances.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN01.2024
Associates of Occupational Studies Degree - Automotive Technology
Western Technical College
El Paso, TX12.2008
Skills
- Crime Investigation
- Staff Management
- Crime Prevention
- Law Enforcement
- Prisoner Transport
- Accident Investigation
- Relationship Building and Management
- Training Coordination
- Squad Leadership
- Physical Fitness
- Equipment Maintenance
- Team Supervision
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
El Paso County Sheriff's Office
03.2019 - Current
Soldier
US Army Reserves
05.2016 - Current
Detention Officer
El Paso County Sheriff's Office
04.2014 - 08.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Purdue University
Associates of Occupational Studies Degree - Automotive Technology
Western Technical College
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