Travis Puana
North Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with a strong background as a Patrol Officer at the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. Proven expertise in crime scene management and critical thinking, successfully enhancing community safety and trust. Recognized for adaptability and integrity while executing strategic operations in high-pressure environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Patrol Officer
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Dept
07.2015 - 11.2025
- Awarded two Medal of Valor Awards, Law Enforcement's highest honor.
- Awarded two James D. Hoff plaques, which are nationally recognized awards for surviving critical incidents.
- Assisted in responding to incidents and emergencies, providing necessary support.
- Conducted regular patrols to deter criminal activity and enhance community security.
- Engaged with community members to build trust and gather information on local concerns.
- 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.
Psychological Warfare (PSYOP) Senior SGT, 37F
United States Army
Kapolei, Hawaii
09.1997 - 07.2023
- Supports the targeting process. Assists the detachment leadership with planning, coordinating, and management of PSYOP activities.
- Planning influence activities: Developing strategies and approaches to achieve desired outcomes.
- Develop and implement psychological operations plans to support military objectives.
- Analyze target audiences to craft effective messages and campaigns.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate psychological operations within broader military strategies.
- Maintain situational awareness of evolving psychological tactics and strategies used by adversaries.
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix
Las Vegas03-2022
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology And Visual Communications
University of Phoenix
Kapolei, HI06-2009
Skills
- Integrity and honesty
- Stress tolerance
- Self-defense tactics
- Critical thinking
- Crime scene management
- Public relations
- Decision-making
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Computer skills
Timeline
Patrol Officer
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Dept
07.2015 - 11.2025
Psychological Warfare (PSYOP) Senior SGT, 37F
United States Army
09.1997 - 07.2023
MBA - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology And Visual Communications
University of Phoenix
Medal of Valor
I was awarded two Medal of Valor awards, which are the most prestigious and highest awards given by Law Enforcement for my heroic actions that saved the lives of several people, where without my intervention, lives would have been lost.
James D. Hoff Award
I was awarded two nationally recognized awards for surviving two major critical incidents where my life was placed in severe harm's way, and I survived both unscathed.
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