Executive Director of Safety and Student Services

• Aug 2023 - Present

♦ Oversee and manage the School Safety Program Grant; establish assessment teams, monitor program effectiveness through data analytics, and implement continuous improvement strategies. ♦ Direct and organize crisis management training for staff, and collaborate on curricular initiatives like the Law for Kids Curriculum for K-8 students. ♦ Lead in the development of emergency plans, coordinating with various stakeholders, and regularly updating the school safety protocols, while also acting promptly in emergencies and conflict resolution. ♦ Serve as the central authority for disciplinary hearings and oversee the smooth transition of students from 8th Grade to High School. ♦ Champion student leadership by developing initiatives that promote both formal and informal leadership roles, supervising extracurricular activities, and ensuring a thriving student government. ♦ Lead in cultivating and preserving a positive school culture, reflecting organizational values, and fostering a sense of community through relationship-building with all staff members. ♦ Ensure a supportive learning environment that promotes effective teaching, high staff morale, and celebrates the achievements of both students and staff. ♦ Collaborate with the Principal and School Leadership Team, offering professional development opportunities for staff, and partake actively as a member of the School and Executive Leadership Team. Show less

Enhancing School District Safety & Security: Assessing Hazards and Vulnerabilities

• Jan 2020 - Present

Law Professional, Educator

• 2019 - Sep 2023

♦ Provide program oversight for the Aledo ISD Law Program ♦ Leverage knowledge of the Law, Law Enforcement, and Public Safety to lead students to gain skills and understanding of the principles. ♦ Empower students as an advisor for student organizations and presenting comprehensive career path guidance to students and parents. ♦ Develop professional content curriculum for coworkers and school administration. ♦ Plan differentiated instruction with multiple learning styles and set goals for achievement. ♦ Track a variety of metrics to assess academic progression using data and reports. ♦ Successfully improved student participation in the classroom through the integration of creative role- playing exercises. Show less

Senior Police Officer

• 2004 - Jan 2019

♦ Supervised a specialized unit of 12 officers ♦ Managed city security, incoming calls for law enforcement assistance, criminal investigations, criminal and incident reports, suspect apprehension, court testimony provision, and community relations. ♦ Ensured the safety of a socioeconomically diverse area encompassing multimillion-dollar properties and subsidized housing. ♦ Trained and mentored new officers during a probationary period and determined their fitness for permanent employment. ♦ Led departmental learning exercises, including instructing on best practices for interacting with the public. ♦ Enforced Federal Motor Carrier laws, as well as intrastate rules and regulations about CDL requirements, Equipment, Operating Authority, Hours of Service, HAZMAT, and DOT Policy/Regulatory Affairs. ♦ Provided DOT/Safety presentations to local city council members and trucking industries. ♦ Consistently exceeded performance and productivity standards. Show less

Texas State Trooper

• 2001 - Jun 2004

♦ Utilized skills in investigation, data analysis, and personnel management to enhance safety for thousands/millions of drivers & passengers on Texas highways/roadways. ♦ Responded to hazardous materials spills by contacting the hazmat team and examining vehicle billing sheet. ♦ Performed critical duties as first-on-the-scene during emergency situations, leading on-site reviews, securing scene & evidence, investigating a situation, and performing CPR if needed. ♦ Communicated findings clearly through detailed incident reports, enabling authorities to take corrective action if offenses/violations had been committed. Provide credible testimony in court by proving full understanding of incident and traffic laws. ♦ Analyzed data regarding previous accidents, road conditions, and vehicles to determine prevention methods and promote safety. ♦ Continually improved procedures related to accident investigation, data analysis, and accident prevention programs for community. ♦ Advised key stakeholders and agencies, including TX DOT, to formulate safe, efficient project execution plans related to roadways and/or impacting traffic flow. ♦ Ensured effective safety programs across public school system to mitigate risks for community children; analyzed current safety protocols & response routes, evaluated safety drills & training, and collaborated with district leaders to revise emergency plans. ♦ Developed personalized training programs for new officers based on department policies & procedures to ensure regulation compliance. Actively monitor progress to identify additional training needs, to lead by example, and to offer real-life scenarios/explanations, thereby enhancing new hire understanding. Show less

Security Supervisor

• 1998 - Dec 2001

♦ Supervised a team of 10 officers. ♦ Oversaw area patrolling, responded to incidents, offenses, and emergency situations; interacted with Police and Fire officials. ♦ Utilized creative problem solving skills to handle incidents, offenses, and emergency situations ♦ Provided personal safety to patients, visitors, and medical staff as well as protection of personal property and the physical privacy of patients and staff. ♦ Supervised a team of 10 officers. ♦ Oversaw area patrolling, responded to incidents, offenses, and emergency situations; interacted with Police and Fire officials. ♦ Utilized creative problem solving skills to handle incidents, offenses, and emergency situations ♦ Provided personal safety to patients, visitors, and medical staff as well as protection of personal property and the physical privacy of patients and staff.

U.S. Border Patrol Agent

• Nov 1995 - May 1998

♦ Detected, prevented, and apprehended undocumented noncitizens, smugglers of noncitizens, and illegal narcotics by maintaining surveillance from covert positions. ♦ Responded to electronic sensor alarms in remote areas by interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of undocumented noncitizens. ♦ Used cutting-edge technology, such as infrared scopes during nighttime operations, performing line-watch duties, traffic checkpoint operations, city patrols, transportation checks, and other law enforcement duties. Show less

Corporal, U.S.M.C.

• Jul 1991 - Jul 1995

♦ Lead military planning, operations, logistics, maintenance, and training to ensure fleet readiness and success. ♦ Performed scheduled/unscheduled 10/30/56/180/210/360-day inspections as a Quality Control Inspector. ♦ Maintained knowledge of operations and maintenance of systems for F-18 Hornets and Bell AH-1 Cobras. ♦ Regularly updated knowledge of applicable Naval Aviation Logistics Command Management Information System (NALCOMIS) control procedures, Material Control Functions, logbooks/records for modifications and incorporations on engines, components, and support equipment. ♦ Level IV Corrosion Control/Detection/Prevention Programs for Aircraft Systems and Components. ♦ Managed Marine workloads and daily production schedules that adapted to shifting requirements in a fast-paced environment to expedite high-priority projects. ♦ Multiple awards, Commendations, and Unit Citations. Show less