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Pasadena, Tx, Us

1149 Ellsworth, Pasadena, Texas 77506

Serves as the mayor's second-in-charge in a strong-mayor form of government. Assists in the direction and coordination of all city departments in accordance with mayoral goals and city policies, directly or through subordinate department heads. Fosters and builds a focus on quality customer service, innovation, performance improvement and goal setting. Responsible for the overall evaluation of departments. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Essential duties & responsibilities include:1. Serves as a member of mayor's leadership and management team, with general responsibilities and other specific focus on liaison, public relations and customer service functions.2. Performs as primary link between mayor and council, commissions, boards, etc..3. Meets, confers, and corresponds with various citizen, professional, business and other groups to answer questions, solicit ideas, and secure their help in carrying out various city programs.4. Interacts with other city departments and represents mayor when dealing with federal, state, county and local agencies and organizations and media regarding city operations and issues.5. Proactively conducts fact finding, planning, policy formulation and other governmental functions as directed or assigned by the mayor.6. Oversees development budget requests for subordinate departments and divisions and makes recommendations to mayor.7. Applies broad goals and principles from mayor to development and implementation of specific programs and projects.8. Exercises discretion and confidentiality with sensitive information.

1149 Ellsworth Pasadena, Texas 77506

Develops policy and directs and coordinates human resources activities for over 1,100 employees, such as employment, compensation, labor relations, benefits, public integrity investigations, training, and employee services. Directly supervises eight full-time employees in the Human Resources Department, an operational budget of $1.2M, and a citywide budget of $25M for our self-insured plan. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Essential job duties include:1. Analyzing wage and salary reports and data to determine competitive compensation plan.2. Preparing personnel forecast to project employment needs.3. Advising department managers of company policy regarding EEO, compensation, and employee benefits. 4. Consulting legal counsel to ensure that policies comply with federal and state law.5. Developing and maintains a human resources system that meets top management information needs. 6. Overseeing the analysis, maintenance, and communication of records required by law or local governing bodies, or other departments in the organization.7. Studying legislation, arbitration decisions, and collective bargaining contracts to assess industry trends. 8. Writing and delivering presentations to the Mayor and Council regarding human resources policies and practices.9. Overseeing the Health Care Plans for active employees and retirees.10. Advising with Department Directors and supervisors regarding employee issues.11. Serving as the Civil Service Director for the Pasadena Police Civil Service Commission to ensure the entrance testing, promotional testing, and disciplinary issues are handled properly according to Chapter 143 of the Local Government Code and the City of Pasadena Local Civil Service rules.

315 S. Santa Rosa San Antonio, Tx 78207

As the Administrative Services Officer for the San Antonio Police Department's Services Bureau, I was assigned to the Police Chief’s executive staff. My duties include planning, directing, managing, and overseeing the Communications, Fleet, Alarms, Juvenile Processing Office, and Ground Transportation Unit. Collectively, these five areas encompass nearly 370 civilians and the sum of their annual operating budgets is over $40M. Other highlights include; Communications – 1.5M 9-1-1 calls & 800K non-emergency calls annually with 312 personnel Fleet – over 1,300 vehicles in inventory with an annual replacement of approximately 250 units Juvenile Processing Office – 25 civilian missing person’s agents working 24x7 Alarms – 54,000 permitted alarms with annual collections of nearly $5M Ground Transportation Unit – approximately 900 permitted taxis and yearly fee receipts of $500K Essential job functions include:* Acting as departmental representative to other city departments, City Manager's Office, elected officials, and outside agencies; explains, justifies, and defends department programs, policies, and activities; and negotiates and resolves sensitive, significant, and controversial issues.* Managing the development and administration of the department budget; estimates funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; directs the monitoring and approval of expenditures; and directs the preparation and implementation of budgetary adjustments as necessary.* Coordinating departmental activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations; provides staff assistance to the City Manager, Deputy and Assistant City Mangers, and City Council; and prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary communications.* Preparing and reviewing high-level department communication, including ordinances andcontracts.* Attending Council meetings and taking necessary action regarding assigned agenda items.

430 N Brazosport Blvd Freeport, Tx 77541

Agency became "Recognized" in 2015. A whole new policy manual was written and the entire property room was re-inventoried. We were just the 108th agency out of 2,700 in Texas to reach this milestone.Decreased Part 1 UCR crime rate by 25% over a my tenure.Dropped turnover from 25% to less than 5%.Completed $1M FEMA grant project on time and under budget. Awarded grants totaling nearly $2.5MM and acquired another $1M in equipment at no cost to the city. Implemented an agency-wide body camera, mobile laptop, new CAD/RMS/Jail, and license plate reader programs.

Pasadena, Texas

Pasadena Police Department, Pasadena, Texas Sworn staff – 275, Civilian staff - 140, Annual department budget - $35MM (FY 2011 - 2012) LIEUTENANT, SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMANDER (2010 - 2012/Retired after 26.5 years)RESPONSIBILITIES Led/Managed various special units: Crisis Negotiating Team, DOT Inspection unit, undercover squads, EOD team, Fleet manager for 350 vehicles, and supervised all civilian dispatchers/jailers. Assigned special projects, investigated personnel complaints, wrote policies and grants. Led approximately 50 personnel. ACCOMPLISHMENTS * Mitigated several potential liabilities that existed in our jail which improved its operation and reduced the city's risk exposure. * Identified weaknesses in several policy areas and then wrote new procedures. * Created and commanded the department's new Peer Support team that mitigated the impacts of PTSD on officers and civilians involved in various traumatic events.* Reconfigured the assignment of our vehicle fleet that saved the agency over $100,000 annually and was well received by officers.* Stretched the annual $1.2MM vehicle budget by getting creative with vehicle selections, equipment, and suppliers. * Awarded my MS degree (Criminal Justice Management and Leadership) from Sam Houston State * University with a 4.0 GPA while working 60+ hours a week. * Received the Supervisor of the Quarter award, two Meritorious awards, and approximately 75 letters of commendations during my career.

Pasadena (Texas) Texas Police Department

RESPONSIBILITIES* Led/Managed various special units: Narcotics/Vice, Street Crimes, and Counterterrorism squad. Supervised approximately 40 personnel.ACCOMPLISHMENTS* For seven years I served as the point-man (i.e., project manager) for the design, construction, and occupation of a new 86,000 square feet, $25MM, police facility. This was a complex and massive undertaking. * Mitigated crime/disorder “hotspots” using various creative approaches (tactics and strategies) and presented our successes at monthly COMPSTAT process. * Wrote/awarded UASI grants for $380K, HCDA funding request; JAG; ONDCP grants amounting to $150K, AFGP grant for $300K, and JABG grant for $110K. Also received $110K from 100 Club of Houston for a mobile command post. * Increased annual drug-related forfeitures and seizures to a high of $10M from about $5M in five years. Successfully conducted several large-scale and multi-agency investigations that spanned the country.* Developed and managed citywide POD (Point of Distribution) activities during Hurricane Rita recovery operations: approximately 25,000 people were served, tons of supplies distributed, and hundreds of volunteers supervised. This operation lasted five days and was a huge success. * Awarded my MA degree (Homeland Security) from the prestigious Naval Postgraduate School with a 4.0 GPA while working 60+ hours a week.

Pasadena Police Department, Pasadena, Texas

RESPONSIBILITIESOversaw all patrol shift operations between the hours of 2PM – 10PM, M-F. Implemented and evaluated crime suppression programs using a COMPSTAT process. Managed responses to all calls-for-service, identified crime and disorder “hot spots”, and resolved citizen complaints as well as assessed staffing, personnel assignments, equipment, training, and discipline. This assignment included leading 40-50 personnel. Solely responsible on a 24x7 hour basis for all activities in a portion of the city (Geographical policing). ACCOMPLISHMENTS * Significantly reduced crime and "hot spots" in my area of responsibility. Improved the department's image by meeting with various community and civic groups to listen to their concerns and then responding. * Successfully used a COMPSTAT process that enhanced our shift's awareness of what was going in our area of responsibility and of the impacts of our crime prevention efforts. * Designed effective crime prevention tactics and strategies.

Pasadena Police Department, Pasadena, Texas

RESPONSIBILITIESLed and managed various specialty units (SWAT, Crisis Negotiating Team, DOT unit, motorcycle squad, DWI unit, Gang Task Force, and the regional EOD team) encompassing 40-50 personnel. Assigned special projects by the chief of police. Wrote grants, policies, and ordinances. ACCOMPLISHMENTS* Assigned the department's point-man (i.e., project manager) to guide the city through the lengthy process of obtaining a new police facility. This was a once in a lifetime project that lasted for seven years, from concept to eventual move-in. In the end, an 86,000 square feet, $25MM, state-of-the-art facility was built. It has been toured by several agencies, received considerable praise, and is built to serve the department's needs for the next 30 years. * Successfully resolved several large-scale SWAT situations without any generating litigation for the agency.* Created a new DWI enforcement unit that increased our DWI arrests by 1,100% in two years and won multiple awards.* Conducted key research for the administration on several major projects.* Obtained hundreds of thousands of dollars in various grants. * Obtained an MBA from the University of Houston with a 4.0GPA while working 60+ hours a week.

Pasadena (Texas) Police Department, Pasadena, Texas

RESPONSIBILITIES Supervised the Juvenile, Auto Theft, and Domestic Violence units. Crafted SOPs, served on numerous boards and committees, tracked sex offenders, oversaw special (sensitive) investigations, and acted as the public information officer. This assignment involved supervising 40-50 personnel. ACCOMPLISHMENTS* Successfully negotiated with the Harris County Children's Assessment Center to assign the department's first ever investigator to be housed at the center which significantly improved our investigations of child crimes. * Graduated from the FBI National Academy Session #198* Graduated from LEMIT's LCC Class #35

Pasadena, Tx 77502

Assignments • Day-shift Patrol Supervisor (Sergeant) 1997 – 1998• Night-shift Patrol Supervisor (Sergeant) 1996 – 1997• Narcotics Investigator (Patrolman) 1994 – 1996• Undercover Investigator, DART, (Patrolman) 1990 – 1994• Night-shift Patrol Officer (Patrolman) 1988 – 1990• Evening-shift Patrol Officer (Patrolman) 1986 – 1988

Senior Executives In State And Local Government Program

Activities and Societies: Harvard University Student Co-opSenior Executives in State and Local Government provides a balance.

Masters Of Science (M.S.), Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, 4.0 Gpa

Selected for a full scholarship by the 100 Club of Houston Graduated with a 4.0 GPA Completed this hybrid program while still working 60+.

Masters Of Art (M.A.), Security Studies (Homeland Securities), 4.0 Gpa

Activities and Societies: Thesis: Chemical Facility Preparedness: A Comprehensive ApproachApplied and selected to attend this prestigious.

Mba, Business, 4.0 Gpa

Activities and Societies: Beta Alpha Psi, National Honors Society, and Scholastic Deans List.Graduated with 4.0 in MBA Program

Bachelors Of Science (B.S.), Accounting

Activities and Societies: Beta Alpha Psi National Dean's List Scholastic Dean's ListGraduated with a 3.55 G.P.A.