Provide decisive leadership and mentorship to a team of subordinates, overseeing their professional development and ensuring adherence to departmental standards.
Conduct meticulous evaluations, documentation, and critiques of subordinate work, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
Implement disciplinary measures when necessary and offer valuable guidance for professional growth.
Efficiently manage subordinates' schedules and approve timesheets, demonstrating strong organizational and administrative skills.
Demonstrate clear and concise communication, both oral and written, ensuring effective coordination within the department and with external agencies.
Execute verbal and written directives with precision, displaying a keen understanding of operational objectives.
Play a key role in the training and mentorship of new Sergeants, fostering a culture of expertise and collaboration.
Detective
City of Bryan
Bryan, TX
07.2011 - 01.2019
Conduct comprehensive reviews, evaluations, and analyses of preliminary reports, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Skillfully interview and interrogate victims, witnesses, and suspects, extracting critical information for case development.
Plan, organize, and execute searches for evidence and stolen property, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail.
Disseminate crucial information to other officers and agencies, fostering collaborative relationships.
Prepare accurate and concise reports, facilitating clear communication with prosecutors and contributing to successful court presentations.
Collaborate seamlessly with prosecutors in the preparation of cases for court, testifying confidently in District and County Court.
Patrol Officer
City of Bryan
Bryan, TX
02.2002 - 07.2011
Conducted vigilant patrols, enforcing criminal/traffic laws and city ordinances, contributing to a safe and secure community.
Responded promptly to emergency/non-emergency calls for service, demonstrating quick decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Played a pivotal role in the training, evaluation, and supervision of probationary police officers, contributing to a skilled and cohesive team.
Communications Specialist
Brazos County 911 District
Bryan, TX
02.1998 - 02.2002
Responded to incoming emergency/non-emergency calls for assistance, demonstrating calmness and professionalism under pressure.
Monitored and operated multiple radio frequencies simultaneously, ensuring effective communication and coordination.
Assessed and prioritized calls, determining appropriate actions for timely resolution.
Provided comprehensive training, evaluation, and supervision for new employees, contributing to a proficient and cohesive team.
Education
TEEX Police Academy
Bryan, TX
06.2002
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Blinn College
Bryan, TX
05.2001
Certification
Master Peace Officer, January 2014
Advanced Peace Officer, January 2008
Intermediate Peace Officer, February 2005
Basic Peace Officer, June 2003
Specialized Assignments
Field Training Officer
Critical Incident Stress Management Team
Crisis Negotiations Team, Team Leader
Awards Commendations
Department Coin, 2022
Medal of Valor, 2008
Police Commendation, 2006 and 2010
Dispatcher of the Year, 2001
Training
Women in Command, October 2022
Leadership & Management Skills for Women, July 2019
Tell It Like It Is: Difficult Conversations with Employees, June 2019
LEMIT First Line Supervisor, February 2019
Basic Crisis Negotiations, July 2015
Writing Search Warrants, December 2012
Reid Technique of Interviewing and Interrogation, May 2012
Basic Instructor Development, February 2011
Career and Tactical Survival for Women, August 2009
Basic Criminal Investigator School, March 2008
Officer Survival School, November 2007
Field Training Officer School, May 2005
Crime Prevention Inspector, June 2003
Basic Critical Incident Stress Management, May 2000