Thomas Barrett
Pahrump
Summary
Results-driven law enforcement leader with over a decade of experience in crime prevention and conflict de-escalation. Skilled in mentoring officers and fostering community relationships to enhance public safety and trust.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Police
Town of Manderson
Manderson, WY
03.2016 - 12.2016
- Analyzed crime trends to inform strategic planning and resource allocation decisions.
- Oversaw budgeting processes, ensuring optimal use of resources while maintaining service quality.
- Led crisis management initiatives, coordinating responses to critical incidents within the community.
- Mentored junior officers, promoting professional development and adherence to best practices in policing.
Chief of Police
Town of Stanley
Stanley, ID
03.2014 - 04.2016
- Directed law enforcement operations to ensure community safety and effective crime prevention strategies.
- Implemented training programs for officers, enhancing skill sets and operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with community organizations to foster positive relationships between police and residents.
- Developed and enforced departmental policies that improved response times and accountability standards.
Patrol Sergeant
Jackson County Sheriff's Department
Walden, CO
06.2009 - 03.2014
- Supervised daily operations of patrol units, ensuring adherence to departmental policies and procedures.
- Coordinated training programs for new officers, enhancing team performance and operational readiness.
- Conducted investigations into incidents, gathering evidence and compiling reports for legal proceedings.
- Led critical incident response efforts, coordinating with multiple agencies to ensure public safety during emergencies.
- Coordinated with external agencies such as fire departments or medical personnel during joint operations or emergencies, i.e. SWAT, Courtroom Security, Search and Rescue and natural disasters / events.
Patrol Sergeant
State of Nevada
Las Vegas, NV
05.2000 - 06.2009
- Implemented community outreach initiatives, fostering positive relationships between law enforcement and residents.
- Analyzed crime data trends, developing strategies to improve patrol effectiveness in high-crime areas.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on tactical decision-making and conflict resolution techniques.
- Evaluated operational protocols regularly, recommending improvements to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
- Designed, implemented and conducted initial Field Training and Evaluation Program for the State of Nevada
Education
No Degree - Clinical Psychology, Criminal Justice
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NVSkills
- Law enforcement expertise
- Strategic leadership
- Emergency management
- Crime prevention
- Airport security
- Conflict de-escalation
- Staff discipline
- Prosecution support
- Tactical operations
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Chief of Police
Town of Manderson
03.2016 - 12.2016
Chief of Police
Town of Stanley
03.2014 - 04.2016
Patrol Sergeant
Jackson County Sheriff's Department
06.2009 - 03.2014
Patrol Sergeant
State of Nevada
05.2000 - 06.2009
No Degree - Clinical Psychology, Criminal Justice
University of Nevada, Las Vegas