Patrick Jones
Granbury,TX
Summary
Experienced Criminal Investigator with accomplished law enforcement career focused on investigating criminal cases. Industrious and diligent with exceptional integrity and above average clearance rates. Smoothly collect statements and evidence by following both traditional and contemporary investigatory strategies.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Patrol Deputy/ SRO/Criminal Investigator
Hood County Sheriff's Office
10.2013 - 07.2023
- Gathered facts from interviews of suspects, witnesses, and complainants.
- Delivered calm, professional testimony to support case evidence, establish timelines, and offer law enforcement expertise.
- Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
- Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
- Marked off crime scenes and controlled access to protect evidence from tampering or loss.
- Carefully documented statements, observations, and evidentiary materials.
- Conducted thorough face-to-face interviews with employers, families, neighbors, friends, and suspects, and documented investigative findings.
- Collaborated with federal agencies on investigations.
- Collected information pertaining to criminal proceedings and performed investigations to resolve cases.
- Researched homicides and suspicious deaths to uncover solutions.
- Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
- Collected and preserved physical evidence, photographs and laboratory submissions.
- Secured search warrants to investigate scenes of crimes and collect evidence.
- Collected crime scene evidence, examined bodies, and investigated secondary locations to build detailed cases based on sound evidence handling practices.
- Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
Patrol Officer
Joshua Police Department
12.2011 - 10.2013
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- 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.
- Conveyed important information at start of each shift such as areas of focus and persons of interest in local areas.
- Maintained positive community relations through active communication at crime scenes and assistance with programs such as mentoring underprivileged kids and teaching at Citizen's Police Academy events.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- 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.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Rendered aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
Jailer/Patrol Deputy Sheriff
Hood County Sheriff's Office
04.2005 - 12.2011
- 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.
- Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
- Gathered information and evidence to assist in solving crimes.
- Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety of 190 inmates and guards.
- Interviewed criminal targets and witnesses to uncover facts for verification and authentication.
- Oversaw security for businesses by monitoring grounds and identifying suspicious activity.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Rendered aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Trained other officers in firearms and self-defense tactics.
Corrections Officer
US Army
01.1999 - 04.2005
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
- Routinely counted inmates and in response to potential security breaches.
- Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
- Documented prisoner identification, charges and inmate disturbance incidents.
- Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
- Reduced escape attempts, crimes and other hazardous activity through close observation and situational awareness.
- Received and processed inmates into custody of institution by searching prisoners and taking charge of personal property.
- Drove passenger vehicles and trucks to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals and work sites.
- Oversaw and maintained custody of 32 inmates in maximum security and death row combined.
- Examined incoming and outgoing mail to detect contraband.
- Arranged library visits, work assignments, family visits and counseling appointments for prisoners.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
- Restrained juvenile inmates when disturbances required physical intervention.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
Granbury, TX07.2019
Peace Officer Certification - Police Academy
Regional Police Academy
Arlington, TX04.2008
High School Diploma -
Weatherford High School
Weatherford, TX05.1998
Skills
- Crime Prevention
- Homicide Investigations
- Criminal Law Proficiency
- Insurance Fraud
- Summary Writing
- Fingerprint Analysis
- Research Abilities
- Warrant Issuing
- Search and Seizure Warrants
- Subject Interviewing
- Credit Card Fraud
- Identity Theft Training
Timeline
Patrol Deputy/ SRO/Criminal Investigator
Hood County Sheriff's Office
10.2013 - 07.2023
Patrol Officer
Joshua Police Department
12.2011 - 10.2013
Jailer/Patrol Deputy Sheriff
Hood County Sheriff's Office
04.2005 - 12.2011
Corrections Officer
US Army
01.1999 - 04.2005
No Degree - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
Peace Officer Certification - Police Academy
Regional Police Academy
High School Diploma -
Weatherford High School
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