Saul Montelongo

Operations & Training

• Participated in state emergency preparedness exercises and joint operations with local and state agencies.
• Supported mission planning, operational coordination, and post-mission documentation.
• Completed training in disaster response, emergency communications, shelter operations, and search and rescue assistance.

Disaster Response

• Deployed in response to hurricanes, floods, wildfires, and winter storms throughout Texas.
• Assisted with evacuation logistics, shelter setup and operations, and general emergency support tasks.
• Helped distribute emergency supplies, conduct wellness checks, and support community recovery operations.

Community Engagement

• Represented the Texas State Guard at public events and participated in outreach efforts focused on emergency preparedness.
• Took part in ceremonial duties such as color guard activities and official state functions.

Communications & Logistics

• Operated and supported field communications systems during missions and exercises.
• Assisted with the coordination of supplies, equipment, and transportation logistics during deployments.

Training & Certifications

• OPSEC Awareness for Military Members, DoD Employees, and Contractors
• Emergency Tracking Network (ETN) – Operator
• State Food Safety Disaster Relief Food Safety Course
• Drivers Certification Course (SORM)

• Maintained correct physical head count at all times.
• Conducted internal security checks and distributed meals.
• Assisted in restraining violent and unruly inmates.
• Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain the safety and security of personnel and the general public.
• Supervised the meal distribution and observed inmates during meals.
• Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspect behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
• Monitored inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
• Signed in all visitors and completed appropriate visitation log forms.
• Determined facility openings and assigned inmates to appropriate housing units.
• Supervised inmates during meals, visits, recreation, telephone calls and shower time.
• Maintained records and logs of man hours, materials and equipment used.
• Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and used physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
• Maintained communications with all other areas of the facility at all times.
• Maintained a high-level of awareness in order to detect potential threats from and to residents and diffuse potential conflicts.
• Inspected resident living quarters, and conducted random searches of common areas to uncover contraband.
• Maintained daily logs of shift activity.

Certifications:

• Defensive Tactics Instructor.ied by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) to perform jailer duties, ensuring compliance with state laws and facility regulations for inmate supervision and security.
• Defensive Tactics Instructor: Qualified to train personnel in defensive tactics techniques, emphasizing safety, control, and effective use of force in security and correctional environments.
• Munitions Instruction Course: Trained in the safe handling, operation, and instruction of munitions and related equipment, supporting security and tactical readiness.

• Kept team in compliance with shop and manufacturer specifications for all repairs and maintenance services.
• Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
• Sourced, arranged and supervised supply inventory.
• Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires.
• Communicated advanced mechanical information to non-mechanical people in easy-to-understand terms.
• Tracked mechanical and repair problems and discussed solutions with shop leadership.
• Kept the garage clean, organized and efficient.

• Followed all company safety standards, including food quality and sanitation procedures.
• Kept the restaurant clean and ensured counters and tables were properly sanitized.
• Praised by management for being a fast and efficient worker, requiring little supervision.
• Greeted all customers.
• Cleaned walls, fans and drains in bakery coolers, display cases and work areas.
• Complied with all health department regulations and rectified issues immediately.
• Stocked, priced, front-faced and rotated merchandise.

United States Army – 35T (Military Intelligence Systems Maintainer/Integrator)
Service Dates: May 2019 – Present (Army: May 2019 – Feb 2025 | DPS: March 1, 2025 – Present)
Field Intelligence & Surveillance Operator

Surveillance & Intelligence Operations

• Conducted covert surveillance missions supporting high-profile criminal investigations, anti-cartel operations, and border security efforts.
• Deployed, operated, and maintained advanced surveillance systems, including mobile/stationary video and audio platforms, GPS trackers, and remote sensors.
• Provided real-time intelligence to tactical teams during field operations, enhancing situational awareness and mission success.
• Produced actionable intelligence through the analysis of surveillance data and coordination with interagency partners.

Technical Systems Maintenance & Integration

• Installed, concealed, and maintained a wide array of surveillance and intelligence-gathering equipment across urban and rural environments.
• Diagnosed and repaired hardware and software faults in intelligence systems, ensuring operational readiness of mission-critical assets.
• Maintained and secured communications networks used in signals (SIGINT), imagery (IMINT), and human intelligence (HUMINT) operations.
• Ensured compliance with cybersecurity protocols and information assurance standards while managing classified systems and data.

Interagency & Tactical Support

• Worked closely with law enforcement agencies at the local, state, and federal levels to support joint operations and intelligence sharing.
• Participated in multi-agency task forces and provided technical and field intelligence capabilities in high-threat environments.
• Adhered to strict operational security (OPSEC), legal, and constitutional guidelines during surveillance and data collection activities.

Certifications & Specialized Training

• OPSEC Awareness for Military Members, DoD Employees, and Contractors
• Emergency Tracking Network (ETN) – Operator
• State Food Safety Disaster Relief Food Safety Course
• Driver’s Certification Course (SORM)