James B. Dixon

Phone: 512-***-**** • ac2nc2@r.postjobfree.com

Accomplished Law Enforcement professional with over 30 years of combined experience in Military, Police Law Enforcement, Investigations, Professional Photographer and Videographer, Management and Instructing is eager to assume accountability a position to deliver positive results to your organization. Willing and able to travel and/or relocate.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Investigations / Intelligence Operations / Law Enforcement / Tactical Operations / Security Detail / Safety

& Security Assessment / Emergency Operations / Executive Protection / Instructor / Investigations / Private Investigations / Threat and Risk Analysis / Training & Development / Performance Improvement

/ Strategic Planning / Team Building / Leadership / Management / Budget Management SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

A communicator and presenter who builds alignment across all levels of an organization and excels in environments that foster innovation, adaptability, and collaboration to articulate a compelling vision while building a high-performance culture based on solid values and a strong moral compass. Highly skilled in public safety management programs, terrorism protection, intelligence gathering, performance management and assessment, accreditation management, and task order requirements.

Forward-thinking leader who inspires growth and team collaboration in support of increasing productivity.

Self-motivated and focused to stay on task providing quality service with a positive “can do” attitude.

Possess a strong commitment to the company with a high aptitude for learning new job functions.

Accomplished at working under pressure and meeting deadlines in a fast paced environment.

Results oriented, reliable, goal driven achiever who consistently meets and exceeds company expectations.

Exceptional organizational and time management skills to forecast plans and work efficiently.

Unwavering dedication to organizational support and improvement.

High-energy with a strong work ethic ready to meet new challenges with professionalism and patience.

Excellent problem solving skills to implement quick and proper resolutions and mediate conflict.

Highly skilled in handling complicated issues and customer relations. Tactical ability, quick learner.

Liaison with top-level executives, elected officials, and Federal, State and Local Law Enforcement.

Coordinated with Local, State and Federal officials on criminal and administrative investigations.

Computer Skills: Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook, Adobe Premier Adobe Photoshop Adobe After Effects/Motion Adobe Audition Motion graphics, Pinnacle video editing, most search investigative software. NCIC, Criminal History and quick to learn new programs and systems.

CERTIFICATIONS

Master Peace Officer Texas / DPS Executive Protection Training /Certified Instructor / Texas Peace Officer Flying While Armed Certified / FEMA ICS Incident Command System ICS 100-700 / Intellectual Crimes Class A CDL Driver’s License / CPR Certified / Certified Florida Private Investigator / Personal Protection

#C1700268 / Texas Certified Private Investigator # Lic 39528101/ Texas Non-Commissioned Security Officer Lic 39528101 / Texas Commissioned Security Officer Lic 39528102/ Professional Photographer and Videographer

TRAINING

Violent and Property Crime Management, Counter Assault Strike Team, Advanced Leadership School, Active Shooter, Crowd Control, Cartel Operation, Terrorism & Homeland Security, Organized Crime, Hearing Disabilities, Organized Crime Highway Interdiction, Crisis Intervention, Cultural Diversity, Identity Theft, Hazardous MaterialsAR-15 Handler, Defensive Tactics (disarm, ground fighting etc.), Verbal Control, Soft Hand Control (pepper Spray, Baton, ASP, Texas Department Public Safety Executive Protection, Alcohol and Drug Coordinator

CAREER HISTORY

Dixon Digital Photography Aug 2004 to Present

Professional photography involving still capture and videographer, editing and design. Experience with special events, fashion, movie shorts, set photography, editing and restoration. CITY OF AUSTIN POLICE DEPT Austin, TX July 1993 to Feb 2017 715 E 8th St., Austin, TX 78701

Supervisor:

Commander Pat Cochran 512-***-****

Lt Ryan Adams 512-***-****

SERGEANT

Managed and Performed Police Special Investigations; Street Crime, Violent Crime, Narcotics, Property Crime, and Undercover Operations.

Supervisor over Counter Assault Strike Team (CAST) Oversaw the safety and welfare of the officers. Supervised a team of 8 to 12 Officers and/or Detectives. Manage and facilitated and needs for equipment and training. Updated, trained and instructed officers.

Conducted and reviewed officer applicants to include oral interviews. Reviewed applicants to assess qualifications for transfer to Metro Tac positions. Controlled tactical, surveillance and undercover operations. Supervised criminal investigations.

Controlled budget and petty cash funds for the unit. Acquired equipment and tools for officers to complete the mission. Controlled all equipment and vehicles assigned to unit. Assist with VIP visits security

Key Accomplishment

Unit Budget Management

Reduction in violent and property crime; improved quality of life for the citizens of Austin, TX. Built and developed a unit from the ground up by allocating equipment and training personnel to address special crime.

Trained Officers to conduct criminal and administrative background investigations. Trained newly promoted detectives on criminal and administrative investigative techniques. Multiple Presidential/VIP Protection Details (CAST Unit) DPS Executive Protection Training / Protection Tactical Driving Course CORPORAL / ACTING SGT

Supervised patrol operation and training of 6 to 12 Officers. Achieved Meritorious Unit Award

SENIOR OFFICER / METRO TAC OFFICER

Targeted crime enforcement; tactical, undercover, surveillance. FIELD TRAINING OFFICER

Trained cadets after first phase of initial Police Academy training and after they graduated, trained on the street when they became Probationary Officers

EDUCATION

Criminal Justice Central Texas University, Killeen, TX (60+ credit hours, Dean’s List) 1993 MILITARY SERVICE

U.S ARMY Mar 1981 to Aug 1992

SGT- SQUAD LEADER

Utilities Equipment Repairer, Drug and Alcohol Coordinator, Retention / Recruiter, Unit Operations NCO, US Army Greek Assistance Liaison.

Locations served:

Ft. Eustis, VA, Stuttgart, Germany, Fort Huachuca, AZ, Greece, Kitzengan, Germany, and Ft. Hood, TX, Deployed: Desert Storm -Saudi Arabia

Awards:

100 Club Team of the Year 2015

Fitness Ribbon

Honorable Conduct Ribbon

Meritorious Unit Medal

Commendation x10+

Meritorious Service Medal

Military Service Ribbon

Safe Driving Award

Master certification Ribbon

Army Achievement Medal

Good Conduct Medal

National Defense Medal

Professional Development Medal

Army Service Ribbon

Overseas Ribbon

Drivers Badge

Mechanic Badge

Kuwait Liberation Medal

Southwest Asia Service Medal with 3 Bronze Stars

PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES

Troy Officer

Commander

City of Austin Police Department

715 E 8th St., Austin, TX 78701

Phone: 512-***-****

Ryan Adams (Supervisor)

City of Austin Police Department

715 E 8th St Austin TX 78701

Phone: 512-***-****

Patrick Cochran (Retired)

Commander

Austin Police Department

715 E 8th St., Austin, TX 78701

Phone: 512-***-****

Edward Ruff

Patrol Officer

Austin Police Department

715 E 8th St., Austin, TX 78701

Phone: 254-***-****

Personal References

James Woods

US Postal Service

12716 Blaine Rd

Austin Tx 78753

Phone: 512-***-****

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Lt. Eddie Holland

Austin Police Department

715 E 8th St., Austin, TX 78701

Phone: 512-***-****

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