James B. Dixon
Phone: 512-***-**** • ******@*****.***
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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