I have worked several positions over the course of my professional career. From a Jailer, Jailer FTO, Jail Supervisor, Patrol Deputy, Patrol FTO, to a Patrol Supervisor. Out of my 10 years of Law Enforcement experience, I was a field training officer for 8 of the years. I understand the value in effective communication and relationship building. I understand the importance of making sure your employees and customers feel understood, appreciated, and acknowledged. I also understand the necessary steps which must be taken to reduce liability.
I believe integrity, honesty, effective communication, and work ethic are necessary in any field of work. Being in a diverse array of situations has allowed my communication skills to grow and offered me the opportunity to become excellent in de-escalation tactics. I believe Law Enforcement Officers are salesmen, in the sense you are selling the product of compliance. The better you are at selling compliance, the less resistance and liability you encounter. I also, like many others, have failed multiple times. Through my failures I recognized the ability to learn from a mistake, get up, and try again carries more weight than the mistake. Along with failure comes the importance of honesty. I believe honesty to be of the upmost importance in any career field.
Lastly, I was entrusted with company property which cost tens of thousands of dollars. I was expected to effectively and professional utilize that property to the best of my ability. I have never received disciplinary action and I have never received a formal complaint. I believe my ability to treat others with respect has positively influenced my encounters with the public and my fellow employees.
I received the Honorable Mention All State in 2013 while a member of my High School Football team.
I received the Deputy of the Year award, led by the VFW in Denton, Texas. The award was issued for my body of work which I completed throughout my career.
I was promoted to two different supervisor positions during my Law Enforcement career. Once as a Jail Corporal over the Pre-Trial Housing Unit and lastly as a Patrol Corporal.
As a Patrol Corporal, through teamwork, communication, and honesty, I was able to coordinate with my shift to setup routine trainings, briefings, and classes.