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Jack B. Pace
13726 Running Bear
Willis, TX 77378
(903) 922-0096 – (361) 645-7461
jackbpace@gmail.com
WORK HISTORY
Aug 21, 2009 –
Present

UTMB Correctional Managed Care – Livingston, Texas
Mental Health Case Manager
Monitor mentally ill offenders incarcerated in TDCJ, including those in the general offender population,
administrative segregation and death row, for signs of decompensation or other mental health needs. Make
referrals to a therapist or provider as appropriate. Provide psycho-social education and support to mentally ill
offenders. Monitor offenders housed in temporary segregation for mental health needs. Monitor and support
seriously mentally ill offenders under the Treatment and Relapse Prevention Program (TARPP).
I also served 2 years on the UTMB Diversity Council

Nov 20, 2006 –
Aug 20, 2009

Adult Protective Services - DFPS - Palestine, Texas
APS Specialist
Initiated, investigated, and delivered services to client population, including various activities associated with social
work and case management. Clients included elderly and disabled individuals living in Anderson and Henderson
counties who had been abused, neglected or exploited by a family member or caretaker. Worked with an existing
case load and received new cases weekly. Interfaced with other agencies and community groups to provide relief
to victims.

Jan 06, 2005 –
Nov 20, 2006

Texas Dept of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) – Tenn. Colony, Texas
Unit Risk Manager/Safety Officer
As Unit Risk Manager was responsible for unit safety, accident investigation, ADA compliance, and fire code
compliance; Prior to service as Unit Risk Manager, also served as a Correctional Officer managing and controlling
offenders; Safe Prisons Officer where I assisted in the investigation of alleged sexual assaults and other sensitive
issues concerning offenders; and Extortion Officer where I investigated allegations of extortion involving offenders.

Jan 19, 2004 –
Jan 05, 2005

Rice Electronics - Houston, Texas
Service Tech
Performed bench and field service on FM radios, video surveillance equipment, and marine electronics. Performed
American Bureau of Shipping and Coast Guard inspections. Worked on ISO-9000 compliance. Worked in ConUS,
Off Shore and in Mexico.

Oct 10, 2003 –
Jan 15, 2004

Nalcom Wireless - Palestine, Texas
Service Tech
Bench and field technical service on Kenwood and Motorola commercial radios and tower sites.

Jan 01, 2001 –
Oct 10, 2003

Pace Equipment and Service Company - Houston, Texas
Owner - Consulting and service on 2-way radio, security, computer, communications and video systems.

Jan 01, 2003 –
Jul 01, 2003

Watermill Express - Houston, Texas
Service - Performed maintenance and repairs on water vending equipment.

Jul 01, 2002 –
Dec 18, 2002

Rice Electronics – Houston, Texas
Sales & Service - Bench and field electronics tech. Outside sales.

Jan 01, 1991 –
Nov 29, 2000

Davidson Communications - Houston, Texas
Service Manager / Technical Advisor
Performed a variety duties adapting to the changing needs of the company. Duties included Employee
Management (up to 20 employees), Administrative (Purchasing, Stock Control, Accounts Receivable), Account
Management, Technical Service and Repair, Systems Development and Design, Project Management, Inside
Sales, Training, and Safety Compliance. Worked in ConUS, Nigeria, Mexico, and Venezuela.

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WORK HISTORY (CONTINUED)
Aug 07, 1990 –
Dec 15, 1990

Rainbow Baking Company - Houston, Texas
Logistics Worker - Separated and loaded product for distribution.

Jun 01, 1986 –
Jul 01, 1990

US Navy
AT3 – Electronic Warfare Operator (EWOP)
Avionics Technician (performed primarily organizational, but also did some intermediate level maintenance).
Collateral Duty Safety Inspector. In flight Electronic Warfare Operator (air-crew).
Primary duty station was with VQ-2 in Rota, Spain. Deployed throughout the Mediterranean theatre.
Note: Have also worked several part/time or temporary jobs including: Substitute Teacher for Pasadena ISD, Part
Time Retail Staff at Radio Shack, Field Rep for Fredonia Seed Company, Electricians Helper, Landscaping and
Residential Construction Work (framing, drywall, painting, etc.).

EDUCATION
2014-present

Sam Houston State University - Huntsville, Texas
Currently working toward Masters in Criminal Justice Leadership & Management.

2009

UT Tyler - Tyler, Texas
Completed 6.0 hours toward Master in Public Administration (withdrew from program due to moving out of area)

1995 - 2002

University of Houston - Clear Lake - Houston, Texas
BA in Humanities, 3.3 GPA

1990 - 1995

San Jacinto College - Pasadena, Texas
AA in mathematics, 3.2 GPA

1984 - 1985

Sam Houston State University - Huntsville, Texas
Attended SHSU as a Music Major (primary instrument Cello) prior to entering military service.

1979 - 1984

Pasadena High School - Pasadena, Texas
Better than 4.0 GPA, top 5% of Class – NHS, FCA, Football, Debate, Drama, Speech, Orchestra

TRAINING
2009 -

UTMB Training Portal – 30+ hours per year of professional training on various topics concerning the delivery and
performance of medical and mental health services in a correctional environment.

2006 - 2009

Protective Services Training Institute
Professional development - Completed over 90 hours of various professional training classes offered by PSTI
including: cultural diversity, mental health, investigation techniques , case management and other professional
topics relating to protective services.

2005

Texas Dept of Criminal Justice
TDCJ Officer Academy - Correctional officer training.

2004

Houston Area Safety Council
Hazmat Security Awareness - general training in hazardous materials safety, handling and documentation.
Advanced Basic Safety – Training in all aspects of safety relating to an industrial environment.

1995

Motorola Training
Shop Management Training - training in various aspects of management as it relates to service facility operations.

1991

US Navy (while serving as reservist)
Firefighting School - training in firefighting safety and techniques, use of the OBA and all types of fire extinguishing
agents.

1986 - 1990

US Navy (Active Duty)
Electronic Warfare Operator school - in-flight recon operator training
Enlisted Aircrew training
Avionics "A" School - Specialized avionics training
Basic Electronics and Electricity
Basic Training - Navy Boot Camp

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LANGUAGE SKILLS
English – excellent
Spanish – very good
OCCUPATIONAL LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION
Protective Services Training Institute - Texas
APS Specialist II Certification- issued in 2007
FCC
General Radio Operator's License (GROL) – issued in 2004
GMDSS Radio Maintainer's License – issued in 2004
FCC Radar Endorsement – issued in 2004
American Heart Association
BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED) – renewed in Aug 2013
TDCJ
Spanish language interpreter - issued in 2005
DRIVER'S LICENSE
Texas - Class C
No moving violations in over 10 years
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Past Master (presiding officer) of Jacques DeMolay Masonic Lodge AF & AM #1390
Life or Endowed member of the following organizations: Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, Pasadena
Livestock Show and Rodeo, Jacques DeMolay Masonic Lodge, Palestine Masonic Lodge, San Jacinto Masonic
Lodge, Houston Scottish Rite, Arabia (Houston) Shrine
REFERENCES
Kelley Curley - Coworker for 3 years
Currently a Supervisor with Adult Protective Services, DFPS
(903) 729-0174
kelly.curley@dfps.state.tx.us
Robbie Davidson - Employer for 10 years while working for Davidson Communications
Currently providing Independent Consulting Services
(713) 473-8888
Debra Gloor - Sr. Practice Manager, University of Texas Medical Branch CMC
(830) 583-4003 Ext.: 2300
dlgloor@utmb.edu
Robert Murray - Harris County Juvenile Probation (Retired), Currently a Higher Education Instructor
Friend and associate for over 30 years
(713) 946-6215
John Tejada, MS, LPC-S - Mental Health Manager, University of Texas Medical Branch CMC
Supervisor for 3 years while working as MHCM at John B. Connally Unit
(830) 583-4003 ext. 2387
jdtejada@utmb.edu

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