Seasoned law enforcement professional with over 13 years of progressive experience in criminal investigations, trauma-informed interviews, patrol supervision, and evidence management. Proven expertise in policy implementation, cross-agency collaboration, and crime trend analysis. Highly adept at leading teams, conducting internal and external investigations, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Award-winning supervisor with a strong commitment to community safety and investigative excellence.
Experience
Criminal Investigation commander | University of Texas at Southwestern Police Department | 05/2021 - Present
Directs and coordinates personnel deployment based on evolving crime trends and community needs, enhancing operational efficiency and public safety.
Develops and implements division-specific training programs to ensure staff proficiency and readiness in crime prevention and investigative strategies.
Oversees departmental property and evidence management, ensuring secure handling and integrity of evidence.
Prepares and submits Clery Crime Stat and Annual Security Reports to the Department of Education with 100% accuracy, meeting all compliance requirements.
Submits NIBRS reporting data for the department to the FBI with an error rate of less than 10%.
Facilitates collaboration with external agency lead investigators for joint investigations, resulting in timely and effective case resolutions.
Conducts quality assurance on investigative cases, ensuring dispositions and case documentation meet high standards of completeness and accuracy.
Received the Distinguished Command Award (2022) for exceptional leadership and contributions to departmental initiatives.
Patrol sergeant | University of Texas at Dallas Police department | 05/2017 – 05/2021
Led a team of officers, implementing patrol strategies aligned with departmental objectives and community safety needs.
Conducted internal investigations of shift personnel to address conduct and performance issues, ensuring adherence to standards.
Prepared annual performance evaluations and coordinated training to support officer development.
Served as a liaison for departmental leadership, delivering command staff summaries on significant incidents, including student suicides, thefts, and sexual assaults.
Developed and implemented a patrol handbook that standardized patrol division operations, improving response protocols.
Received the Supervisor of the Year Award (2019) for outstanding team leadership and service excellence.
Patrol corporal | University of Texas at San Antonio Police department | 06/2011 – 05/2017
Supervised daily patrol operations across three campus locations, ensuring safety and security through proactive patrol strategies.
Conducted preliminary investigations for major incidents, serving as the first point of contact for investigative teams.
Managed the Bike Patrol Program, overseeing personnel, equipment inventory, and training, enhancing campus visibility and rapid response capabilities.
Served as a field training officer for new recruits, mentoring and guiding them through departmental procedures and best practices.
Developed and presented safety briefings to incoming students at orientation events.
Coordinated security detail for high-profile events, including UTSA football games and other special assignments.
Education
DOCTORATE OF PHILOSOPHY | Aug 2023 | Walden University
Major: Criminal Justice w/ Community Policing Focus
Related coursework: Instructional Design for Online Course Development, The Nature of Crime and Criminology, Program Public Policy and Evaluation, Using Technology to Enhance Adult Learning
Master of public administration | Feb 2014 | Walden university
Major: Public Administration
Minor: Leadership
Related coursework: Ethics and Leadership, Organizational Management and Leadership, and Strategic Planning
BAchelor of Arts | aug 2010 | Florida state university
Major: African American Studies
Minor: Mathematics
Related coursework: African American Literature, Black Studies, Linear Math, Calculus 1-3
