Tommy Dean Jr
Houston,TX
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Recruiter/Background Investigator
Metropolitan Transit Authority - METRO Police
07.2023 - Current
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
- Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
- Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure an excellent hiring experience.
- Developed recruiting strategies to identify qualified candidates and build network.
Police Training Sergeant
Metropolitan Transit Authority - METRO Police
11.2021 - 07.2023
- Field Training Coordinator tasked with the responsibility of general supervision and the evaluation of recruits in field training
- FTC - ensured that the training and evaluation process was accomplished completely and objectively.
- Planned and coordinated the Police Department training program for all sworn staff.
- Tracked officers career development program and college units for the department, advised officers of eligibility and compensation amounts
- Managed advanced administration work, including ordering and maintaining supplies, verifying accuracy of information, researching discrepancies, and recording information.
Police Sergeant, Patrol
Metropolitan Transit Authority - METRO Police
05.2017 - 11.2021
- Guided officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to remain current on law enforcement trends, tactics, and technologies.
- Managed daily scheduling of patrol personnel, ensuring adequate coverage during peak hours or special events.
- Conducted regular evaluations of officers'' strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement to enhance overall team performance.
- Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
- Inspected officers and vehicles to identify and correct any unprofessional appearances.
- Granted or denied leave requests and scheduled coverage for shortages.
Accident Investigator
Metropolitan Transportation Authority Police Dept.
08.2014 - 05.2017
- Investigated incidents that include, but are not limited to: vehicle fires; rail collisions involving fatalities, serious injuries, extensive damage; industrial accidents
- Collaborated with legal teams in preparing documentation for litigation purposes related to workplace accidents.
- Investigated, reconstructed, and analyzed incidents/collision involving METRO vehicles, employees, and property to determine causes.
- Responded to major incidents/events to enhance the Authority's emergency/incident management efforts.
Patrol Officer
Metropolitan Transportation Authority Police Dept.
08.2007 - 08.2014
- Prepared detailed reports documenting daily patrols, incidents encountered, and actions taken during shifts.
- Arrested suspects with appropriate use of force, following departmental guidelines and legal procedures.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Enhanced public safety by patrolling assigned areas and responding to emergency situations promptly.
- Served as a field training officer for new recruits – sharing knowledge gained from experience on patrol-helping them excel in their roles.
Data Analyst
AIG Retirement Services
08.1999 - 07.2007
- Produced monthly reports using advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.
- Utilized data visualization tools to effectively communicate business insights.
- Created various Excel documents to assist with pulling metrics data and presenting information to stakeholders for concise explanations of best placement for needed resources.
- Improved decision-making processes with accurate data analysis and visualization techniques.
- Used statistical methods to analyze data and generate useful business reports.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Houston - Downtown
Houston, TX05.2021
Associate of Arts - Multidisciplinary Studies
Houston Community College
Houston, TX05.2019
Skills
- Candidate Screening
- Administrative Skills
- Recruiting and Sourcing
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Training and Onboarding
Timeline
Police Recruiter/Background Investigator
Metropolitan Transit Authority - METRO Police
07.2023 - Current
Police Training Sergeant
Metropolitan Transit Authority - METRO Police
11.2021 - 07.2023
Police Sergeant, Patrol
Metropolitan Transit Authority - METRO Police
05.2017 - 11.2021
Accident Investigator
Metropolitan Transportation Authority Police Dept.
08.2014 - 05.2017
Patrol Officer
Metropolitan Transportation Authority Police Dept.
08.2007 - 08.2014
Data Analyst
AIG Retirement Services
08.1999 - 07.2007
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Lamar University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Houston - Downtown
Associate of Arts - Multidisciplinary Studies
Houston Community College
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