Pamela Thomas
Orange
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with extensive experience as a State Trooper at the Texas Department of Public Safety. Proven track record in accident investigation and community engagement, enhancing public safety through effective traffic enforcement and strong interpersonal skills. Committed to maintaining high standards of professionalism and integrity in all interactions.
Experienced with public safety enforcement, criminal investigations, and emergency response. Utilizes strategic thinking and problem-solving skills to ensure community safety. Track record of effective law enforcement and community interaction.
Law enforcement professional with proven track record in maintaining public safety and enforcing laws. Skilled in conflict resolution, emergency response, and criminal investigation. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs, with commitment to community service and upholding justice.
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.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
State Trooper
Texas Department Of Public Safety
06.2002 - 08.2024
- Exercised sound judgment under high-pressure situations, making critical decisions that protected lives and property.
- Promoted positive image of the department by maintaining a high level of professionalism and integrity in all interactions with the public.
- Promoted safe driving conditions by quickly identifying and removing disabled vehicles and obstructions from roadways.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting thorough traffic stops and identifying potential criminal activity.
- Conducted detailed investigations, gathering evidence, and interviewing witnesses for successful case resolution.
- Identified controlled substances and contraband by conducting comprehensive searches of people and property.
- Participated in ongoing training initiatives to maintain peak performance and stay current on law enforcement trends.
- Ensured lawful arrests by adhering strictly to established protocols when detaining suspects.
- Testified in court proceedings, presenting accurate facts and evidence to assist in the prosecution of offenders.
- Provided support during special events, ensuring a safe environment for participants and attendees.
- Promoted public safety and facilitated vehicular flow by directing traffic during emergency and congested situations.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Administered security detail for governor and other officials both at their residences and during travel.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
Juvenile Counselor
Texas Youth Commission
12.1999 - 06.2002
- Maintained detailed case files, documenting interventions, progress reports, and relevant correspondence with stakeholders.
- Conducted risk assessments to determine appropriate levels of supervision based on individual needs and potential safety concerns within the facility or community settings.
- Facilitated successful transitions back into the community by connecting youth with essential support systems such as housing, employment assistance programs, or mental health services providers.
- Improved students'' behavior by implementing effective counseling techniques and intervention strategies.
- Encouraged children to talk issues out with each other and without anger, which eased tense situations.
- Helped youth develop and achieve personal goals with close support.
- Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
- Developed treatment plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
Physical Education Teacher
Eunice High School
08.1991 - 07.1996
- Organized annual field days and sports tournaments, promoting physical activity and healthy competition among students.
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Created a safe and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and respect among students.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
- Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
- Organized and led sports teams teaching benefits of sportsmanship.
- Served as a coach for various school sports teams, leading them to numerous victories and successful seasons.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education And Coaching
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA07-1997
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Belhaven University
Jackson, MS08-1991
Skills
- Accident reconstruction
- Community engagement
- Computer skills
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Vehicle pursuits
- Officer safety
- Traffic enforcement
- Accident investigation
- Weapons training
- Courtroom testimony
- Traffic stop management
- Patrol procedures
- First aid administration
- Accident investigations
- Public safety
- First aid
- Traffic control
- Crowd control
- Courthouse security
Certification
- Licensed Texas Peace Officer
- Firearm certified
- First Aid
- Stalker Radar
- Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training
- Crash Investigation
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
State Trooper
Texas Department Of Public Safety
06.2002 - 08.2024
Juvenile Counselor
Texas Youth Commission
12.1999 - 06.2002
Physical Education Teacher
Eunice High School
08.1991 - 07.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education And Coaching
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Belhaven University
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