Tarrant County

Under the exclusive direction of the Commissioner, independently analyze, research, evaluate and monitor the overall budget and operations of Tarrant County government and provide oversight to Commissioners Court appointed governing bodies. 

-With proper use of privileged, sensitive and confidential information, researches, develops, recommends and analyzes positions, proposals, policies, and programs for presentation or opposition by County Commissioner to Commissioners Court. 

-Supervises staff under the direction of the Commissioner. 

- Negotiates, persuades, mediates, and assists local, state and federal governments and private entities regarding County related issues. 

-Ensures implementation of Court directives following Commissioners Court meeting. 

-Represents County Commissioner in directing department heads in County policy development and compliance including serving on policy development committee. 

-Monitors and analyzes media and public opinions.  Develops and recommends responses, programs and positions. 

-Researches, addresses, and resolves various internal, external and intergovernmental inquiries, problems and complaints. 

-Assists County Commissioner in drafting, proposing, securing  sponsors of  legislation.  Supports/opposes, analyzes, testifies for/against and track legislation. 

-Develops and administers Interlocal contracts with other governmental entities; ensures compliance with policy and applicable law. 

-Maintains understanding of existing and new State and Federal laws and regulations especially pertaining to purchasing, personnel, precinct  operations, and all other relating to County operations. 

-Oversees County Commissioner's budget. 

-other duties assigned.

Precinct Administrator 

City of Grand Prairie

Legislative Affairs and Community Engagement 
Advises and executes the priorities of the CMO

Maintains the duties of the Community Inclusion Coordinator.  Ambassador for the City Manager's Office.  Creates strategies and initiatives for community engagement and inclusion.  Informs CMO, faculty, and community  on legislation.  Strategizes and collaborates with lobbyists, CMO, staff and other entities to implement City's legislative agenda.   Fosters and maintains relationships with delegation, elected officials, and community stakeholders.

Prepares and presents presentations to CMO  Council and Community stakeholders.

Assistant To The City Manager-Legislative Affairs and Engagement 

Reserve Police Officer

www.gptx.org/inclusion

Created, managed, and implemented initiatives to foster inclusion, equity and a high quality of life for all citizens of Grand Prairie.

Community Inclusion Coordinator

Grand Prairie Police Department

Maintained duties of a School Resource Officer.  Managed, investigated, and advised on school cases to bring the best outcomes possible for all parties.  Collaborated with Major crimes and Superintendent's office to address and investigate school threats.  Assigned and approved cases of other SRO detectives.

School Resource Lead Detective

Built successful relationships with stakeholders, students, and community members while maintaining a safe environment for all.  Mentored students, participated in community events and spoke to various groups.  Forged relationships with community stakeholders and school staff to collectively improve the lives of students.  Advised on school safety.

School Resource Officer

Police Officer

Dallas Police Department

Burglary Task Force
Deployment
Investigation

Diligently patrolled areas and enforced city ordinances and state laws with careful implementation.  Appointed to the Burglary task force.  Investigated and arrested Burglary teams with the use of surveillance, interviewing, and investigation.  As part of the Deployment team, strategized and coordinated the arrest of parole and probation violators.  Utilized surveillance, covert training, and interview techniques.

Texans Can Academies

Lead staff and students to great outcomes and removed barriers that prevented success.  Brought attendance from 70%-90%. Addressed various issues from gang intervention, staff and student performance, and other issues pertaining to education.

Assistant Principal

Student Advisor

Rainbow Days, Inc.

Children Family Services Specialist 

Gerald utilizes wisdom gained through a variety of experience in law enforcement,  education, volunteer work, community engagement, legislative affairs and more in public service.

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