REYNALDO SEPULVEDA
Edinburg,TX
Summary
Top-level law enforcement official with 31 years of experience seeks Sergeant position. Sound knowledge in directing and coordinating efforts to grow the safety and security program and coordinate law enforcement activities in compliance with Federal, State, Local laws, polices, and regulations. Well-versed in the ability of budgeting, performing personnel management, operation management, and public speaking. Earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from University of Texas-Pan American. Awarded Master Peace Officer Certification from TCOLE. Attended Senior Management Institute for Police by the Police Executive Research Form in Boston University.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
McAllen ISD
McAllen, TX
10.2024 - Current
- Enforced safety protocols to maintain secure environments within school premises.
- Responded promptly to incidents, ensuring swift resolution and minimal disruption.
- Collaborated with school staff to develop emergency response plans tailored to student needs.
- Conducted regular patrols to deter potential criminal activity and ensure campus safety.
- Implemented crime prevention strategies that enhanced overall security measures in schools.
Police Lieutenant
City of Edinburg
Edinburg, TX
10.2018 - 02.2023
- Established and enforced employee performance policies.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Directed and monitored work of 10 law enforcement professionals with clear focus on maximizing results and maintaining transparent police operations.
- Monitored development of new technologies and tactics to improve police department activities.
- Developed and implemented methods of reducing crime in community, analyzing crime trends and developing corresponding strategies.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
- Audited inventory of safety equipment and weapons for mission security compliance.
- Developed and implemented security policies, procedures and systems to protect personnel, property and data.
- Coordinated with law enforcement agencies to respond to security incidents and emergencies.
- Maintained and worked on budgeting.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Reviewed monthly operations to assess compliance with budgets and determine necessary adjustments for future plans.
- Generated annual budget forecasting information for executive and corporate reports.
- Verified timekeeping records and handled any discrepancies with employees.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 10 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Checked accrued hours against listed hours for leave time.
- Obtained background check data on characters, financial statuses and personal histories.
- Documented information and submitted detailed reports.
Public Information Officer
Edinburg Police Department
Edinburg, TX
02.2021 - 02.2023
- Managed websites and social media accounts applying communication strategies and branding to maintain consistent voice and presence.
- Managed routine and crisis communications with media and members of public.
- Pitched stories to media organizations to promote department interests.
- Set up interviews with staff members to field media requests.
- Developed campaigns to increase public awareness of department and engage citizens.
- Wrote press releases for routine use and crisis management.
- Communicated with media weekly to build relationships and optimize press coverage.
Hostage Negotiator Commander
Edinburg Police Department
Edinburg, TX
03.2017 - 02.2023
- Built and strengthened relationships to manage effective planning and implementation of emergency response strategies.
- Maintained current understanding of local, state and federal guidelines for emergency response.
- Facilitated emergency management training for staff and conducted emergency drills.
- Utilized comprehensive risk analysis to identify, assess and manage emergency management risks.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Edinburg CISD School Safety Committee
Edinburg Police Department
Edinburg, TX
03.2021 - 02.2023
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for safe work practices and comply with regulations.
- Developed emergency response plans to increase preparedness and minimize potential for injury or damage.
- Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
- Evaluated risk to students, staff, parents or others by gathering information and conducting assessments.
- Documented risk to each students, staff, parents or others and context of concerns.
- Built safety plans to lower risk of crisis and intervened in specific manners outlined by procedures.
Special Event Planner
Edinburg Police Department
Edinburg, TX
05.2012 - 02.2023
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
- Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Partnered with vendors and suppliers to effectively manage and budget.
Administrative Sergeant
Edinburg Police Department
Edinburg, TX
06.2011 - 04.2017
- Supervised team of 40 civilian employees and provided training focused on maximizing overall performance. Supervising 27 Police Dispatchers, 8 Police Service Officers in municipal jail section and 5 Police Animal Control Officers
- Implemented schedule and policy changes and collaborated with management to formulate new policies, procedures, and goals.
- Determined number of man hours required to complete assignments after reviewing scope of each project.
- Maintained updated and detailed records of calls in physical and electronic database.
- Modernized communications systems to improve productivity, reliability and efficiency.
- Determined required job seeker qualifications for potential interview by reviewing and evaluating resume and application information.
- Partnered with HR team to outline and define position requirements in accordance with company needs.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Achieved staffing objectives through strategic and tactical planning, program management expertise and knowledge of effective recruitment, interviewing and training procedures.
- Conducted comprehensive interviews with subjects, employers, associates, references and other individuals.
- Documented information and submitted detailed reports.
- Obtained background check data on characters, financial statuses and personal histories.
Patrol Sergeant
Edinburg Police Department
Edinburg, TX
04.2004 - 06.2011
- Supervised and coordinated daily operations of patrol shifts of up to 1 corporal and 15 officers.
- Served as mentor and role model to junior officers.
- Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
- Motivated and trained squad members to become proficient with equipment and daily tasks.
- Accompanied police officers during shifts to evaluate performance and resolve incorrect behaviors.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss crime reduction strategies.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
- Guided officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.
Patrol Corporal
Edinburg Police Department
Edinburg, TX
11.2001 - 04.2004
- Supervised team of 15 patrol officers.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided appropriate support.
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
- Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
- Conveyed important information at start of each shift such as areas of focus and persons of interest in local areas.
- Granted or denied leave requests and scheduled coverage for shortages.
- Commanded on-scene tactical teams during critical incidents.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
Criminal Investigations Detective
Edinburg Police Department
Edinburg, TX
05.1999 - 11.2001
- 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.
- Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
- Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
- Investigated complaints brought by members of community by conducting interviews and compiling evidence.
- Conducted personal, property, and event surveillance.
Community Policing Officer
Edinburg Police Department
Edinburg, TX
02.1995 - 05.1999
- Prepared reports to accurately document information.
- Appeared in court as witness and delivered testimony.
- Contributed to problem-oriented policing efforts by identifying problem areas, recommending and implementing solutions and monitoring results.
- Responded to general public service called for civil or societal problems.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
Patrol Officer
Edinburg Police Department
Edinburg, TX
02.1992 - 02.1995
- 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.
- Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided appropriate support.
Member of the Special Response Team
Edinburg Police Department
Edinburg, TX
05.1993 - 06.2012
- Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
- Executed tactical operations with accuracy and control.
- Planned and coordinated tactical movements of personnel and equipment.
- Oversaw teams planning, implementing and realigning field and base operational strategies.
- Communicated with command centers to develop and execute tactical plans.
- Conducted and oversaw interrogations, briefings and debriefings.
- Devised and implemented battle plans to achieve tactical objectives.
Law Enforcement Instructor
Edinburg Police Department
Edinburg, TX
03.2012 - 02.2023
- Delivered learning-centered instruction, continuously cultivating welcoming and inclusive learning environments.
- Developed and implemented relevant curriculum, lectures, assignments and exams.
- Selected and obtained materials and supplies such as textbooks.
- Prepared lesson plans, instructional aids and supplemental teaching materials to promote student comprehension and intellectual curiosity.
Detention Officer
Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office
Edinburg, TX
11.1989 - 02.1992
- Maintained order by supervising prisoners in county jail
- Maintained Equipment Records
- Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
- Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks.
- Transported prisoners throughout facility and off-site to medical appointments and court appearances.
Specialist
US Army
Camp Carroll, Korea
09.1987 - 09.1989
- Kept inventory of motor vehicle parts
- Parts were to maintain all vehicles assigned to company.
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
- Trained in infantry tactics, weapons and medical procedures for well-rounded field support.
Education
Senior Management Institute Of Policing (SMIP) -
Police Executive Research Forum
Boston, Ma07-2022
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Police Administration
The University of Texas-Pan American
Edinburg, TX05-1999
Skills
- Criminal Investigations
- Well-versed in School Safety as School Safety Committee Member
- Well-versed in Laws, Regulations, Procedures
- Communication Skills, and Media Relations
- Personnel Supervision
- Budget Management
- Emergency Situations
- Hostage Negotiations
- Employee Performance Reviews
- Train Staff
- Active Shooter Training
- Background Checks
Certification
TCOLE -Master Peace Officer
TCOLE-Crime Prevention Inspector
TCOLE-Basic Instructor
Timeline
Police Officer
McAllen ISD
10.2024 - Current
Edinburg CISD School Safety Committee
Edinburg Police Department
03.2021 - 02.2023
Public Information Officer
Edinburg Police Department
02.2021 - 02.2023
Police Lieutenant
City of Edinburg
10.2018 - 02.2023
Hostage Negotiator Commander
Edinburg Police Department
03.2017 - 02.2023
Special Event Planner
Edinburg Police Department
05.2012 - 02.2023
Law Enforcement Instructor
Edinburg Police Department
03.2012 - 02.2023
Administrative Sergeant
Edinburg Police Department
06.2011 - 04.2017
Patrol Sergeant
Edinburg Police Department
04.2004 - 06.2011
Patrol Corporal
Edinburg Police Department
11.2001 - 04.2004
Criminal Investigations Detective
Edinburg Police Department
05.1999 - 11.2001
Community Policing Officer
Edinburg Police Department
02.1995 - 05.1999
Member of the Special Response Team
Edinburg Police Department
05.1993 - 06.2012
Patrol Officer
Edinburg Police Department
02.1992 - 02.1995
Detention Officer
Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office
11.1989 - 02.1992
Specialist
US Army
09.1987 - 09.1989
Senior Management Institute Of Policing (SMIP) -
Police Executive Research Forum
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Police Administration
The University of Texas-Pan American