Thomas Garza
McAllen
Summary
Resourceful Police Officer with a proven track record of high productivity and efficient task completion. Expertise in critical thinking, emergency response, and law enforcement techniques. Strong communication and teamwork skills enhance community engagement and collaboration with colleagues.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
City of Pharr Police Department
Pharr
12.2023 - Current
- Conducted thorough investigations, interviewing victims and interrogating suspects for evidence gathering.
- Enforced community laws to maintain order and protect citizens.
- Patrolled neighborhoods to deter crime and ensure public safety.
- Executed foot pursuits across varied terrains to apprehend fleeing suspects.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies, prioritizing public assistance.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting incident findings and police actions.
- Performed CPR and rescue techniques during medical crises to save lives.
- Arrested suspects with caution, adhering strictly to established protocols.
Jailer
City of Pharr Police Department
Pharr
03.2022 - 06.2023
- Supervised inmate safety and welfare during custody to maintain secure environment.
- Ensured timely medical attention for inmates based on requests or health history.
- Conducted thorough pat-downs and searches upon arrival, securing loose belongings safely.
- Entered and updated inmate information in the database for accurate record-keeping.
- Captured photographs and fingerprints of inmates, verifying submission into the system.
- Transported inmates to and from Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office as required.
- Prepared magistrate and face sheets, code 7s, and booking sheets post-court appearance.
- Processed receipts and payments, providing copies to inmates prior to release.
Warehouse Associate and Driver
Morrison Plumbing Supply
McAllen
05.2021 - 03.2022
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and OSHA regulations in warehouse operations.
- Removed trash and recyclables from work areas, disposing of materials according to procedures.
- Organized pallets for efficient transport to maintain inventory order.
- Fulfilled customer orders by collecting and packaging items for secure transport.
- Operated forklifts, adhering strictly to all safety protocols.
- Trained new team members on safety policies and hazard reporting procedures.
- Completed customer orders by locating merchandise, packaging items, and managing documentation.
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate merchandise based on needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
James Nikki Rowe High School
McAllen, Texas05.2019
Skills
- Customer service
- Vigilance
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking
- Athletic ability
- Creative thinking
- Communication skills
- Positive attitude
- Pressure management
- Flexible scheduling
- Bilingual proficiency
- Report writing
- CPR techniques
- Evidence collection
- Honesty
- Dignity
- Integrity
- Conflict resolution
- De-escalation techniques
- Criminal investigations
- Traffic regulations
- Criminal law knowledge
- Situational awareness
- Patience and empathy
- Arrest procedures
- Patrol planning
- Crisis intervention
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- Basic Peace Officer License
- Shield certified
- Radar certified
- Taser certified
- Asp baton certified
- SFST certified
Accomplishments
- Named in to the Presidents Honor Roll in Fall of 2023 for obtaining a 4.0 GPA in the South Texas college Police academy .
Timeline
Police Officer
City of Pharr Police Department
12.2023 - Current
Jailer
City of Pharr Police Department
03.2022 - 06.2023
Warehouse Associate and Driver
Morrison Plumbing Supply
05.2021 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
James Nikki Rowe High School
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