Brent Thomas
Bakersfield
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive experience in law enforcement and animal control, including a tenure as a Special Agent with CDCR. Expert in criminal investigations and conflict resolution, with a proven track record in leading successful operations. Adept at risk assessment and public education, enhancing community safety by 20% through strategic initiatives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Animal Control Officer
County of Kern
Bakersfield
06.2025 - Current
- Respond to calls for service in regards to animal control laws within the county of Kern.
- Responded to calls regarding stray, injured, abused, or dangerous animals, ensuring timely intervention.
- Patrolling public areas to monitor animal behavior and secure loose animals.
- Investigated reports of animal cruelty or neglect, gathering evidence to support enforcement actions.
- Transporting captured animals to shelters or veterinary offices for treatment and care.
- Issuing citations and warnings to individuals violating animal control laws.
- Inspecting facilities where animals are kept to ensure they meet legal standards.
- Educated the public on animal control safety and laws, promoting responsible pet ownership and community awareness.
- Preparing reports on animal control activities.
- Performed euthanasia on seriously ill or dangerous animals humanely.
Security officer
Stations Casino
Henderson
10.2024 - 03.2025
- Secured casino floor, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
- Operated security dispatch, coordinating responses to incidents and supporting team operations.
- Communicated with law enforcement and paramedics during security incidents.
- Resolved guest issues and enhanced customer service through effective communication.
Special Agent
CDCR - California Department of Corrections
Sacramento
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Investigated complex cases and led projects; provided guidance and training to department hiring authorities on investigations; gathered background data and assisted law enforcement agencies in resolving crimes involving offenders and department employees.
- Executed operations to locate and apprehend parolee absconders and violators of CDCR Parole, enhancing compliance with parole regulations.
- Special Agents perform the full range of peace officer duties and responsibilities in accomplishing their assignment.
- Special Agents' authority extends to any place in the State pursuant to Penal Code section 830.2, subdivision (d)(1) and (2).
- Managed and updated department website, cdcr.ca.gov, ensuring accessibility of accurate information and resources for public and departmental use.
Detective
Bakersfield Police Department
Bakersfield
10.2011 - 08.2022
- I was a patrol officer, and field training officer for the operations patrol division.
- My last 3 years I worked as a Detective with Bakersfield Police Department.
- Performed specialized police work investigating complex criminal offenses, ensuring thorough case resolution.
- These duties include investigative police work which requires considerable discretion and experience in the application of specialized knowledge to the investigation and detection of crime.
- I authored search warrants for locations containing evidence of crimes.
- Investigated full caseload of criminal cases related to auto theft and vehicle burglaries, contributing to crime reduction efforts.
- Served as a field training officer in the operations division.
- Served in the investigations division and joined the Violent Criminal Apprehension Team for 2 1/2 years.
- Served in the investigations division and joined the Career Criminal Apprehension Team for approximately 1 year.
- Served as team leader and operator on Special Weapons and Tactics team, enhancing operational readiness and response capabilities.
- Maintained official city website for Bakersfield.
Education
No Degree - Police Science
Cerro Coso Community College
Ridgecrest, CA03-2012
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA12-2010
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria, CA12-2008
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Boise State University
Boise, ID05-2007
High School Diploma -
Kern County Superintendent of Schools
Bakersfield, CA03-2006
Skills
- Animal control regulations
- Animal transport
- Emergency response
- Crisis intervention and de-escalation
- Conflict resolution
- Patrol operations
- Investigation strategies
- Crime scene processing
- Report writing
- Court preparation
- Search warrant preparation
- Search and seizure warrants
- Risk assessment
- Criminal investigations
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Public education initiatives
- Weapons safety
References
- Personal, Ryan Brock, Deputy Sheriff, 661-706-1306, Ryankbrock@gmail.com, 1717 Blossom Crest St, Bakersfield, CA, 93314
- Professional, Theodore King, Captain (Bakersfield Police Department), 661-477-5309, Tking@bakersfieldpd.us, 1601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA, 93301
- Personal, Matt Fontaine, 661-333-7524, Zkgaucho@gmail.com, 9400 Abernethy Way, Bakersfield, CA, 93312
- Professional, Ryan Skidmore, Retired Police Officer, 661-809-9247, rskidmore@bakersfieldpd.us, 1601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA, 93301
- Professional, Ryan McWilliams, Sergeant (Bakersfield Police Officer), 661-319-6309, rmcwilliams@bakersfieldpd.us, 1601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA, 93301
- Personal, Rick Cooper, 831-206-6682, 831-638-2152, carickim@sbcglobal.net, 420 Tina Dr, Hollister, CA, 95023
- Professional, Chad Greenwood, Special Agent, 661-333-3041, chad.greenwood@cdcr.ca.gov, 510 19th St, Bakersfield, CA, 93301
- Professional, Verion Coleman, Sergeant (Bakersfield Police Department), 661-304-8952, vcoleman@bakersfieldpd.us, 1601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA, 93301
Certification
Type
Intermediate POST certificate
Date Issued
May 2016
Expiration Date
No Expiration
Number
CA POST ID: C31-F08
Issued By
The commission on peace officers standards and training (State of California)
Intermediate POST certificate
Date Issued
May 2016
Expiration Date
No Expiration
Number
CA POST ID: C31-F08
Issued By
The commission on peace officers standards and training (State of California)
Timeline
Animal Control Officer
County of Kern
06.2025 - Current
Security officer
Stations Casino
10.2024 - 03.2025
Special Agent
CDCR - California Department of Corrections
08.2022 - 04.2023
Detective
Bakersfield Police Department
10.2011 - 08.2022
No Degree - Police Science
Cerro Coso Community College
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Bakersfield College
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Allan Hancock College
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Boise State University
High School Diploma -
Kern County Superintendent of Schools