Joseph L. Fuller
Rowlett, Texas ***** • 903-***-**** • **********@*****.***
Professional Summary
Self-motivated, highly skilled professional with two decades of law-enforcement and instructor experience, exceptional interpersonal and communication skills who motivates others to achieve a common goal. Extremely passionate in leading a team/agency to be highly motivated to accomplish tasks and incorporate professional skills.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS / TRAINING
Level 4 Security clearance
Master Peace Officer
Advanced TCOLE Instructor
Advanced SWAT Operator/Instructor
Close Quarter Combat SWAT Instructor
Certified Master Firearms Instructor
Certified Glock Armor
Certified AR/15 - M/16 Armorer
Tactical Medical Instructor
Less Lethal Munitions Instructor
IPMBA Instructor PCI# 1940
Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Instructor
CS/CN Gas instructor
Cooper Institute Physical Fitness Instructor
LIDAR Laser / Dual Stalker Radar Instructor
Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas (LEMIT)
Non-lethal operations
Tactical Street Interrogations
Advanced Active shooter training
Level IV Personal Protection Certification/Private Investigator
Prevention and Response to Suicide Bombing Incidents
Work History
Central Director of Safety and Security, Lakepointe Church, 2024-current
Leadership & Management: Lead and manage the Safety and Security teams across multiple campuses, including developing and implementing comprehensive safety protocols, training programs, and emergency response plans.
Security Operations: Oversee all security operations, including access control, surveillance systems, and security personnel. Ensure the safety of congregants, staff, and visitors by maintaining a secure environment across all church properties.
Crisis Management: Develop and execute crisis management strategies, including response plans for natural disasters, active shooter situations, and other emergencies. Coordinate with local law enforcement and emergency services to ensure readiness and effective response.
Volunteer Recruitment & Training: Recruit, train, and supervise security volunteers, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to maintain a safe environment. Implement standardized training programs to ensure consistency across campuses.
Policy Development: Create and enforce safety and security policies, including incident reporting, confidentiality agreements, and safety team duties. Regularly review and update policies to reflect current best practices and legal requirements.
Facility Security: Work closely with campus leaders to assess security needs and implement solutions, such as installing limited access glass doors, setting up security camera rooms, and organizing security furniture. Ensure all campuses are equipped with the necessary resources to maintain safety.
Emergency Planning: Lead the development of emergency shelter procedures for inclement weather and other emergencies. Oversee the implementation of these plans and ensure all staff and volunteers are trained in emergency response strategies.
Budget Management: Manage the security budget, including resource allocation for equipment, training, and personnel. Coordinate with campus leaders to address specific security needs and ensure financial resources are used efficiently.
Collaboration & Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for safety and security matters within the church. Collaborate with senior leadership, campus directors, and external agencies to ensure a unified approach to safety across all locations.
Continuous Improvement: Continuously assess and improve safety and security measures through regular audits, incident reviews, and feedback from staff and volunteers. Implement new technologies and strategies to enhance overall security.
Achievements:
Successfully standardized safety and security protocols across all Lakepointe Church campuses, resulting in a more cohesive and effective security strategy.
Led the implementation of advanced surveillance systems and access control measures, significantly reducing security incidents.
Developed a comprehensive playbook for the Lakepointe Safety Team (LPST), providing clear guidance on roles, responsibilities, and emergency procedures.
Established a robust volunteer recruitment and training program, increasing the number of trained security volunteers and enhancing overall campus safety.
Effectively managed the security budget, optimizing resource allocation and ensuring cost-effective solutions for all campuses.
Kologik, Training Specialist, Training Manager, 2021-2023
As a Training Manager/Specialist, I am responsible for developing and delivering all aspects of customer and internal training to ensure the successful implementation and use of our solutions.
Development and delivery of scheduling, on-line training and re-fresher courses, training curriculum and materials, and providing post-training support for our customers on remote settings.
Ensure the software training team provides the best possible customer experience and extraordinary customer service and support.
Town of Prosper, Police Officer, 2017 – 2021
Prosper, TX
Member of the Special Response Team (SWAT) as well as the Physical Fitness instructor, ALL less than lethal munitions, OC, and CS gas for the SWAT team and department as well as the Tactical Medic Instructor for SWAT.
Provide professional and effective police services to the citizens.
Uphold the department’s mission, which is “to make The Town of Prosper a safe place to live, work and visit.”
Experience working in the following divisions in Prosper:
oPatrol/SWAT
COPsync, Director of Sales, 2015 - 2017
Addison, TX
Coordinate, forecast and direct several sales representatives throughout the United States to make smart, safe, and logical decisions regarding the welfare of the company.
Assist, coordinate and supervise a team of Police Officers, Special Forces Military personnel and sales representatives throughout the United States.
Develop policies and procedures for the company to ensure efficient operations for the sales team.
City of Leonard, Chief of Police, 2014 – 2015
Leonard, TX
Plan, organize, coordinate, and direct the city’s comprehensive police services and law enforcement program, including patrol, traffic enforcement, investigation, animal control and administrative support services.
Develop policies and procedures for the department mandated by law, to ensure efficient operations of the department, and implement directives from the City Council or City Manager.
Supervise and coordinate the preparation and presentation of an annual budget for the department; direct the implementation of the department’s budget.
Coordinate and supervise the training, assignment, and development of police officers within the department.
Cooperate with County, State and Federal law enforcement agencies as appropriate where activities of the police department are involved.
Direct investigation of major crime scenes.
City of McKinney, Police Officer, 2004-2014
McKinney, TX
Provides professional and effective police services, ensuring the safety and well-being of the citizens while upholding the mission of the McKinney Police Department: "To make McKinney a safe place to live, work, and visit."
Experience:
Patrol Division (2004 - 2008; 2012 - 2013):
Provided front-line law enforcement services, responding to emergency and non-emergency calls, conducting traffic stops, and engaging with the community to maintain public safety.
Applied advanced investigative skills to gather evidence, interview witnesses, and collaborate with detectives to solve various cases.
Mounted Patrol (2004 - 2008):
Engaged in high-visibility patrols in both urban and rural areas, using specialized training in crowd control and search operations.
Conducted thorough investigations in challenging environments, leveraging mounted units to access areas not easily reachable by traditional patrol vehicles.
Motor Unit (2008 - 2012):
Focused on traffic enforcement, accident investigation, and high-speed response, ensuring road safety and enforcing traffic laws.
Utilized investigative techniques to reconstruct accident scenes and determine the causes of collisions, leading to successful case resolutions.
Warrant Division (2013 - 2014):
Executed arrest warrants, conducted fugitive apprehensions, and collaborated with other agencies to locate and detain individuals wanted for criminal activities.
Demonstrated strong investigative abilities in tracking suspects, gathering intelligence, and ensuring successful apprehensions.
Collin College Law Enforcement Academy, TCOLE Instructor, 2006-2012
McKinney, TX
Instruct police recruits in Traffic and Victims of Crime courses.
Instruct weekly physical training by planning and implementing rigorous workouts to prepare recruits for their physical state exam.
EDUCATION
Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas (LEMIT, 2014) Sam Houston, TX
New Chief Development Program
Collin County Law Enforcement Academy (2003 – 2009) McKinney, TX
Master Peace Officer
Advanced SWAT Instructor
Advanced TCOLE Instructor
Advanced SWAT Operator/Instructor
Motorcycle Officer Certification
Level 4 security clearance
North Mesquite High School (Class of 1997) Mesquite, TX
High School Diploma
The Cooper Institute (2003) Dallas, TX