Hardworking officer with nine years of success in law enforcement, including four of which, and currently, as a patrol sergeant. Patrolled, built positive relationships with the community, and investigated suspicious behavior. Scheduled, trained, and counseled officers to improve the performance of the squad. Investigative work, including, but not limited to, interviewing individuals, gathering evidence, surveillance, and following up on cases.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patrol Sergeant
Kickapoo Tribal Police Department
Eagle Pass, TX
07.2016 - Current
Wrote reports detailing events and people involved.
Responded to emergency high risk calls for service.
Worked outdoors in all weather conditions.
Investigated offenses and arrested offenders of Tribal, State, And Federal law.
Patrolled and worked with citizens to reduce crime in area.
Communicated with other departments and coordinated responses to suspicious activities.
Investigated offenses and arrested offenders of State, Federal, and Tribal law.
Trained officers in job related skills to improve outcomes of calls and routine patrols.
Evaluated and advised police officers and other personnel.
Examined and approved or returned reports and case files from police officers.
Performed administrative tasks related to police work, including work scheduling.
Supervised security officers at entrances of the reservation.
Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
Supported scene investigations by securing perimeters, collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses and documenting statements.
Resident Supervisor
G4S Secure Solutions USA
San Antonio, TX
10.2015 - 02.2016
Posted in Dilley, TX at the South Texas Family Residential Center (SOTEX) for most time employed with G4S until a loss of contract and ultimately laid-off. Responsibilities were as follows.
Responded to crisis situations quickly to maintain calm and immediately determine level of assistance needed.
Completed daily resident welfare checks and coordinated with facility staff to meet all resident needs.
Fostered relationships with residents and worked with new residents to optimize acclimation and ease transition to new living environment.
Conducted weekly meetings with directors and assessed and advocated resident needs; recommended solutions and strategies to improve resident care and satisfaction.
Interfaced with residents to address and resolve complaints or grievances.
Conducted rounds of rooms and building to check on compliance and safety issues, including unlocked windows, and propped open doors.
Electrical Apprentice
Higdon Construction
Conroe, TX
09.2014 - 01.2015
Worked in team-based environment to accomplish projects.
Put in new new electrical components, fixtures and motors.
Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
Assisted with electrical installation tasks, including new wiring and breaker box installation.
Verified measurements and made accurate cuts to avoid wasting materials on job sites.
Operated man-lifts, fork-lifts, and excavators.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Southwest Texas Junior College
Uvalde, TX
Some College (No Degree) -
Northwest Vista College
San Antonio, TX
High School Diploma -
Eagle Pass High School
Eagle Pass, TX
06.2012
Skills
Critical thinking
Problem resolution
Evidence collection
Report writing
Working collaboratively
Witness communication
Public disturbance resolution
Accomplishments
Awarded with the "Officer Of The Year" award in 2019
Awarded with the "Top Shot" award in 2020
Oversaw the collaborative effort which lead to largest seizure of drugs in the Departments history in 2021.
Certification
New Supervisor's Course (TCOLE #3737)
Use of Force (Intermediate) (TCOLE #2107)
Arrest, Search, and Seizure (Intermediate) (TCOLE #2108)
Child Abuse Prevention and Investigation (Interm.) (TCOLE #2105)
88th Session State and Federal Law Update (TCOLE #3188)
Project Manager at Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas, Tribal Reservations Services AdministrationProject Manager at Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas, Tribal Reservations Services Administration