Experience

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  Pasadena (texas) police department

  Mar 1998 - Oct 2023

  Chief Executive Officer of a progressive, forward-thinking, law enforcement agency comprised of over 325 sworn personnel and a civilian staff of 75. We proudly serve a culturally and socioeconomically diverse community of over 165,000 residents. Manage an annual budget of over $57 million. Also lead and manage the Pasadena Fire Marshal, Pasadena City Marshal, and Code Enforcement.Key Accomplishments• Modified hiring process to create a more diverse workforce. Since 2019, 2/3 of newly hired police cadets were in a minority group and 29.2% were females, far exceeding the national average of women in law enforcement.• Secured grant funding to implement a city-wide license plate recognition (LPR) camera system• Collaborated with the mayor and council members to obtain funding for new facilities, including a state-of-the-art training academy and Narcotics Division office space, which were completed in 2020.• Implemented a department-wide, advanced technology, body-worn camera program.• For the calendar year 2020, IBRS Group A crime was down 3.18% over the year 2019. This includes a reduction in violent crime by 4.54%.• Completed the state accreditation process for the department from the Texas Police Chief Association Recognition Program, which has involved a total policy manual re-write, in-depth comprehensive training program, and modification of processes for compliance with best practices.• Created a Spanish language social media platforms to connect with more members of the community.• Implemented Community Outreach Officer program to liaison with neighborhood organizations, the Proactive Policing Unit to address gang and firearm crimes, and the Mental Health and Homeless Outreach program.• Obtained grant funding for a Crime Victim Assistance Program to provide direct assistance to crime victims through advocacy, support, education, and outreach. Show less Over the course of five and a half years holding the rank of Assistant Chief, commanded each of the three bureaus of the department: Operations, Investigations, and Support, and reported directly to the Chief of Police.Key Accomplishments• Developed policies, procedures, and implemented social media platforms for community engagement and transparency.• Managed the complete review and overhaul of the field training program to instill professionalism and consistency in the training of probationary police officers.• Directed and managed the implementation of a new, $2.2MM dispatch, jail, and records management system.• Commanded the Operations Bureau during Hurricane Harvey, during which the City of Pasadena received over 50 inches of rain leading to catastrophic flooding. Show less Charged with the operation of the department from 10 PM to 6 AM. Provided direction and leadership to 4 patrol sergeants and 35 patrol officers, 1 DWI Task Force Sergeant and 6 DWI Task Force Officers, and 1 K-9 sergeant and 5 K-9 officers. Responsible for analyzing all crime and crime patterns occurring during night shift as well as developing and implementing innovative strategies and tactics to address crimes. Implemented accountability measures for sergeants to track crime trends and develop initiatives. Mentored newly promoted sergeants to provide them with the skills necessary for success. Handled disciplinary matters of personnel.Key Accomplishments• Implemented data-driven responses to crime patterns and distribution of personnel• Researched, reviewed, and modified conducted energy device (CEW) rules, policies, and procedures to reflect industy changes and best practices. Show less While in the rank of Sergeant served as the first line supervisor for the DWI Task Force and Night Shift Patrol (1.5 years), Criminal Investigations (3.5 years), and Internal Affairs (3 years). Managed shift assignments, scheduling, discipline matters, and coordinated responses to major incidents and events. Monitored crime trends and developed appropriate responses. Reviewed offense reports for completeness, and provided leadership and direction to subordinates. While assigned to Internal Affairs, upheld the integrity of the department by investigating allegations of misconduct, including criminal misconduct, and incidents to determine member compliance with departmental rules, policies, procedures, and applicable state laws.Key Accomplishments• Reviewed and modified the Internal Affairs Division's processes and procedures for consistency, due process, and internal and external transparency.• Assigned to the police position in the Emergency Operations Center during two major hurricanes to coordinate the police department's response.• Supervised a capital murder investigation involving two children who went missing and later were determined to have been killed by their father. The case garnered national media attention, required the coordination of external partners, and management of tips and clues. Show less Tasked with responding to calls for service, proactive policing, completing investigations, drafting offense reports, making arrests and issuing citations, and providing courtroom testimony when necessary.Key Accomplishments• Assisted with the development and implementation of a DWI Task Force unit to address impaired driving incidents, which was recognized nationally.•Obtained certification as a Drug Recognition Expert Instructor and taught police officers and prosecutors, locally and across the State of Texas.• Partnered with local high schools to implement impaired driving education programs, including "Shattered Dreams," a mock impaired driving fatality crash in conjuction with prom season. Show less

  • Chief Of Police

    Jan 2019 - Oct 2023

  • Assistant Chief of Police

    Jul 2013 - Jan 2019

  • Police Lieutenant (Patrol)

    Oct 2012 - Jul 2013

  • Police Sergeant (Patrol, DWI Task Force, Investigations, Internal Affairs Divison)

    Oct 2004 - Oct 2012

  • Police Officer

    Mar 1998 - Oct 2004
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  City of myrtle beach

  Oct 2023 - now

  Assistant city manager

  Oversee parks and recreation, including sports tourism, as well as the police and fire departments.