WILLIAM CHANDLER
Burnet
Summary
Dynamic Deputy Sheriff with extensive experience at Burnet County Sheriff's Office, excelling in evidence collection and criminal investigations. Proven ability to engage with the community and enhance public safety through effective communication and strong decision-making skills. Adept at testifying in court and ensuring courtroom security, fostering trust and cooperation.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
Burnet County Sheriff's Office
Burnet
06.2019 - Current
- Gathered evidence from crime scenes to assist with investigations.
- Testify in court in connection with criminal prosecutions to support the judicial process.
- Responded to radio messages or telephone instructions to appear at scenes of disorder or crime.
- Performed administrative tasks, such as completing paperwork and filing documents.
- Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings, and varied incidents.
- Collected and preserved evidence associated with crimes, supporting investigations
- Maintained order in courtrooms by identifying disturbances and taking appropriate action.
- Patrolled designated areas to identify criminal activities, issue citations, prevent incidents, and serve warrants.
- Arrested individuals suspected of criminal activities are following proper legal procedures.
- Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performed direct follow-up, or reported findings to appropriate senior personnel.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
- Participated in continuing education courses related to law enforcement practices.
- Regulated vehicle flow at times of emergency or congestion to reduce accidents.
- Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
- Partnered with team members to implement service initiatives and achieve team objectives.
- Supported positive relationships between community leaders and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens and visitors.
- Utilized law enforcement databases to identify suspects or verify information related to investigations.
- Provided courtroom security for judicial proceedings.
- Professionally interacted with citizens during routine patrols or while responding to calls for service.
- Investigated criminal activity such as assaults, burglaries, robberies, and thefts.
- Eliminated process discrepancies and accurately investigated felony-level property and violent crimes while preparing, submitting, and aiding district attorney prosecution cases.
- Testify in court at criminal hearings and trials regarding scenes observed, evidence collected, and previous incidents.
- Ensured that equipment was properly maintained and operational before each shift.
- Monitored and investigated suspicious persons, situations, and unusual activities.
- Served warrants, subpoenas, and summonses, encouraging adherence to legal proceedings.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activity and enforce laws and regulations.
- Maintained safe and secure environments for court proceedings.
- Interviewed witnesses and victims of crimes to obtain additional information regarding incidents under investigation.
- Conducted traffic stops, issued citations, and made arrests when necessary.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Deputy Sheriff
Coryell County Sheriff Department
Gatesville
06.2015 - 05.2019
Education
POLICE ACADEMY - LAW ENFORCEMENT
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX05-2000
VOCATIONAL/CERTIFICATE - LVN/LPN
US ARMY
FT. SAM HOUSTON12-1992
High School Diploma -
Muncie Southside HS
Muncie, IN06-1988
Skills
- Evidence collection
- Incident reporting
- Court testimony
- Traffic enforcement
- Criminal investigation
- Community engagement
- Search and seizure laws
- Interview techniques
- Ground patrol
- Accident investigations
- Serving court documents
- Investigate criminal acts
- First Aid/CPR
- Transport prisoners
- Courthouse safety
- Building security check
- Patrol operations
- Firearms handling
- Scene security
- Evidence preservation
- Weapons training
- Court proceedings
- Decision-making
- Body armor usage
- Community relations
- Criminal law understanding
- Crime scene processing
Certification
- MASTER PEACE OFFICER
- MENTAL HEALTH DEPUTY
- BASIC INSTRUCTOR
- FTO CERTIFICATION
- COURT ROOM SECURITY
- NEGOTIATOR
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
Burnet County Sheriff's Office
06.2019 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
Coryell County Sheriff Department
06.2015 - 05.2019
POLICE ACADEMY - LAW ENFORCEMENT
Central Texas College
VOCATIONAL/CERTIFICATE - LVN/LPN
US ARMY
High School Diploma -
Muncie Southside HS
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