Sparks Burdett
Robert Lee,TX
Summary
I’ve worked in almost every law enforcement environment in Texas. I have experience in misdemeanor/felony arrests and prosecution including court testimony and interactions with prosecutors and defense attorneys. I have 40 years experience in criminal investigations.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
Coke County
Robert Lee, TX
12.2018 - 01.2022
- Interacted with citizens in a professional manner during routine patrols or while responding to calls for service.
- Assisted in the organization and implementation of community outreach programs to raise awareness about public safety.
- Performed administrative tasks such as completing paperwork, filing documents.
Lake Patrol Officer
City of Abilene, tx
Abilene , Texas
05.2010 - 10.2012
- Observed individuals suspected of committing crimes in order to collect evidence against them.
- Participated in physical fitness tests to ensure readiness for active duty service.
- Performed first aid as needed in emergency situations.
Game Warden / Captain
State of Texaa
Austin, TX
01.1980 - 03.2009
- Enforcement of all state regulations with special emphasis on wildlife, fish, and water safety. Supervision over officers in 24/15 counties in two assignments. Supervision over office personnel in Abilene and Lubbock. TX.
Police Officer
City of San Angelo
06.1976 - 01.1980
- Developed positive relationships with members of the community through outreach programs.
- Monitored radio transmissions from dispatch regarding reported crimes or emergencies.
- Ensured compliance with local laws by performing periodic safety inspections of businesses.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southwest Texas Junior College
Uvalde, TXHigh School Diploma -
Howard College
San Angelo, TXSkills
- Courthouse safety
- Civil and criminal laws
- Background Investigations
- Court Testimony
- Public Safety
- Crime investigation discovery
- Subpoena delivery
- Court Proceedings
- Public disturbance resolution
- Emergency Response
- Witness interviewing
- Emergency Management
- Arrest procedures
- Law Enforcement
- Surveillance
- Crime Prevention
- Community policing
- Relationship building and management
- Staff Management
- Evidence collection
- Accident investigation
- Physical Fitness
- Defensive Tactics
- Search and rescue operations
- Interview techniques
- Witness interviews
- Evidence identification
- Witness communication
- Public event security
- Incident Response
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Firearms proficiency
- Criminal Investigations
- Criminal Law
- Prisoner Transport
- First-aid and CPR
- Crime Scene Investigation
- Integrity and ethics
- Patrol operations
- Traffic enforcement
- Foot Patrolling
- Report Writing
- Issuing Citations
- Public Service
- Accident Scene Documentation
- Dispatch Communication
- Perimeter monitoring
- Time Management
- Goal Setting
- Community Education
- Team Collaboration
- Interpersonal Communication
- Effective Communication
- Professionalism
- Protecting People and Property
- Crowd Control
- Ground Patrol
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Active Listening
- Decision-Making
- Undercover Investigations
- Crime and intelligence
- Continuous Improvement
- Task Prioritization
- Interrogation Techniques
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Public relations
- Arresting suspects
- Officer Training
- Self Motivation
- Law Enforcement Information Databases
- Community-Oriented Policing
- Motor Vehicle Operation
- Police Patrol Operations
- Analytical Thinking
- Crime scene management
- Crime Scene Processing
- Interpersonal Skills
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
Coke County
12.2018 - 01.2022
Lake Patrol Officer
City of Abilene, tx
05.2010 - 10.2012
Game Warden / Captain
State of Texaa
01.1980 - 03.2009
Police Officer
City of San Angelo
06.1976 - 01.1980
High School Diploma -
Southwest Texas Junior College
High School Diploma -
Howard College