Rex Newman
Pleasanton,TX
Summary
Results-oriented law enforcement professional with extensive experience in managing departmental operations and ensuring compliance with regulations. Skilled in resource allocation and investigative techniques, contributing to improved officer morale and community relations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Chief of Police
Poteet Police Department
Poteet, TX
09.2025 - Current
- Managed community engagement programs to build trust and partnerships.
- Supervised daily operations of police department activities and personnel to ensure efficiency.
- Oversaw recruitment efforts for new officers including background checks and interviews.
- Maintained a budget for the police department ensuring fiscal responsibility.
- Participated in community events in order to promote good relations between citizens and police force.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal law enforcement regulations.
- Conducted assessments of department policies and procedures.
- Facilitated communication between officers and community members for transparency.
- Fostered a positive work environment through effective management techniques.
- Created training programs for new officers and ongoing training for existing staff.
- Developed strategies for improving officer morale while maintaining high ethical standards.
- Advised city government officials on matters related to public safety.
- Collaborated with outside law enforcement agencies on countywide initiatives.
- Conducted investigations into criminal activity and complaints against officers.
- Established relationships with local businesses, schools, churches, and other organizations in order to build trust between citizens and police force.
- Reviewed and updated police department policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards.
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
- Trained and mentored staff on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect public trust.
Patrol Sergeant
Poteet Police Department
Poteet, TX
04.2024 - 08.2025
- Supervised daily patrols in designated areas to ensure community safety.
- Responded to emergency calls and incidents promptly and efficiently.
- Conducted investigations of crimes and gathered evidence for cases.
- Trained new officers on policies, procedures, and patrol tactics.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and activities for documentation purposes.
- Enforced traffic laws and issued citations as necessary during patrols.
- Supervised patrol activities, ensuring that laws were enforced in accordance with department policies and procedures.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Apprehended, arrested and detained criminal suspects and law violators.
- Searched vehicles for drugs or paraphernalia.
- Read and evaluated case reports from each officer to assess accuracy and completeness.
- Trained new recruits in basic police tactics and protocol during field training exercises.
- Organized shift operations, including assigning tasks, evaluating performance, and providing feedback.
- Engaged with community members to build trust and foster a safe environment.
- Participated in continuous training sessions to stay updated on law enforcement best practices.
- Coordinated with legal personnel to prepare cases for prosecution.
- Supported positive relationships between community leaders and general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens and visitors.
Police Patrolman
Poteet Police Department
Poteet, TX
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Patrolled assigned areas to maintain public safety and deter crime.
- Conducted traffic stops and issued citations for violations of laws.
- Collaborated with community members to address safety concerns and build trust.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance law enforcement skills and knowledge.
- Assisted in investigations by gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Enforced local ordinances and regulations to promote community order and compliance.
- Performed searches of individuals or locations when necessary according to established procedures.
- Responded to calls for service from the public, including emergency situations.
- Intervened in potentially violent situations using appropriate verbal de-escalation tactics before resorting to physical force if necessary.
- Investigated criminal activities by interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, and preparing reports.
- Utilized computer systems to access databases containing criminal records and other pertinent information about individuals under investigation.
- Conducted routine patrols of assigned neighborhoods to detect suspicious activity and persons.
- Maintained proficiency in firearms safety protocols through regular training exercises.
- Arrested individuals suspected of criminal activities, following proper legal procedures.
- Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
- Rendered assistance to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries or medical crises.
Environmental Investigator
Atascosa County
Jourdanton, TX
08.2017 - 10.2022
- Conducted thorough investigations of environmental complaints within Atascosa County.
- Collaborated with law enforcement to gather evidence and support cases.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings for legal proceedings.
- Interviewed witnesses and suspects to obtain critical information.
- Maintained accurate records of investigations and evidence handling procedures.
- Evaluated building plans for compliance with codes and regulations.
- Interpreted plans and specifications according to established guidelines for determining code compliance.
- Documented findings on inspection reports and issued violation notices when necessary.
- Coordinated with other departments such as fire prevention, planning, and engineering when needed.
- Reviewed applications for permits submitted by property owners or contractors prior to issuing them.
- Served as a liaison between property owners, contractors, developers, architects, and engineers during the permitting process.
Health Department Head
Atascosa County
Jourdanton, Texas
01.2012 - 08.2017
- Managed budgets and resource allocation to optimize departmental performance.
- Enforced departmental policies, procedures and state and federal laws.
- Developed and implemented departmental goals, objectives, policies and procedures.
- Developed annual budgets based on the needs of the department.
- Worked closely with the commissioner's court and the county judge on the needs of the county, along with the development of new businesses and subdivisions.
- Conducted thorough investigations of environmental complaints within Atascosa County.
- Collaborated with law enforcement to gather evidence and support cases.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings for legal proceedings.
- Interviewed witnesses and suspects to obtain critical information.
- Maintained accurate records of investigations and evidence handling procedures.
- Evaluated building plans for compliance with codes and regulations.
- Interpreted plans and specifications according to established guidelines for determining code compliance.
- Documented findings on inspection reports and issued violation notices when necessary.
- Coordinated with other departments such as fire prevention, planning, and engineering when needed.
- Reviewed applications for permits submitted by property owners or contractors prior to issuing them.
- Served as a liaison between property owners, contractors, developers, architects, and engineers during the permitting process.
Constable
Atascosa County
Pleasanton, TX
11.2008 - 12.2012
- Managed budgets and resource allocation to optimize departmental performance.
- Enforced departmental policies, procedures and state and federal laws.
- Developed and implemented departmental goals, objectives, policies and procedures.
- Developed annual budgets based on the needs of the department.
- Enforced laws and ordinances to maintain public safety in Atascosa County.
- Conducted traffic stops and investigations to uphold community regulations.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies on criminal investigations.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents, arrests, and investigations for record-keeping.
- Engaged with community members to build trust and promote public awareness initiatives.
- Investigated complaints of criminal activity or misconduct by interviewing witnesses and suspects.
- Displayed professionalism at all times while interacting with members of the public.
- Served subpoenas, warrants, summonses, orders of protection, eviction notices.
Police Patrol Officer
Poteet Police Department
Poteet, TX
03.2002 - 10.2008
- Patrolled assigned areas to maintain public safety and deter criminal activity.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided assistance to citizens in need.
- Conducted traffic stops and issued citations for violations of local laws.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents, arrests, and investigations.
- Enforced laws consistently while demonstrating professionalism in all interactions.
- Attended court proceedings related to cases involving individuals arrested under their jurisdiction.
- Observed people's behavior for signs of intoxication or impairment due to drugs or alcohol.
- Performed traffic stops to investigate suspicious activity and enforce motor vehicle laws.
- Adhered to department policies regarding use of force procedures when apprehending suspects.
- Searched for missing persons using various methods such as interviewing family members or searching databases.
- Maintained state of readiness and alertness for assignments to adapt quickly in deteriorating conditions.
- Investigated crimes, collected evidence, conducted interviews, wrote reports and made arrests as necessary.
- Conducted regular patrols in designated areas to deter and detect signs of criminal activity.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TXSome College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Palo Alto College
San Antonio, TXSome College (No Degree) - Military Science
St. Mary's University
San Antonio, TXSkills
- Policy writing
- Resource allocation
- Investigative techniques
- Community outreach
- Budget management
- Personnel supervision
- Team leadership
- Law enforcement expertise
- Interagency collaboration
Certification
- Master Peace Officer certificate received June 2, 2015
- Field Training Officer certified
- TFSA Property/Evidence certified
- Police Instructor certified
- Bill Blackwood Leadership College
Military
- Served 8 year in the United States Army on active duty and in reserves
Timeline
Interim Chief of Police
Poteet Police Department
09.2025 - Current
Patrol Sergeant
Poteet Police Department
04.2024 - 08.2025
Police Patrolman
Poteet Police Department
11.2022 - 09.2023
Environmental Investigator
Atascosa County
08.2017 - 10.2022
Health Department Head
Atascosa County
01.2012 - 08.2017
Constable
Atascosa County
11.2008 - 12.2012
Police Patrol Officer
Poteet Police Department
03.2002 - 10.2008
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
San Antonio College
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Palo Alto College
Some College (No Degree) - Military Science
St. Mary's University
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