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Daisy Bejar | Public Safety Dispatcher

Portrait of Lead Public Safety DispatcherDaisy Bejar

work experience:

PSD Bejar joined our communications team in 2017 and is Public Safety Dispatcher.  Before coming to Clovis PD, she worked as a dispatcher for 3 other central San Joaquin valley agencies. PSD Bejar is also a Tactical Dispatcher which assists our SWAT Team, trains new dispatchers, and is on our Recruitment Team.

Why I chose Clovis PD:

“I chose to work at CPD because  of their values and how family oriented they are, values that reflect my own.”

My Favorite Quote:

“Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game”- Babe Ruth and “ You have brains your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose.” – Dr. Seuss”

One movie I’ve seen 5+ times:

“White Chicks”

 

Email: DaisyB@cityofclovis.com

Nick Bell | Police Officer

Portrait of Officer Nick Bell

work experience:

Officer joined the Clovis Police Department in 2021 and is currently assigned to patrol after spending almost a decade serving our country in the Marine Corps.

One piece of advice for applicants:

“Be persistent, make a plan, and execute it!  It is not an easy or short road to earning a spot on this team.  Nobody is going to hand anything to you, but if you are willing to put in the work, time, and effort needed then you will be amazed at what a great team this is!”

Why did you join the recruitment team?

“I want to help veterans who want to join our team and serve this great City do so with a minimum of disruption to their families.  I transitioned from active duty directly to the police academy and it was tough!”

 

The best advice i have received:

“Nothing worth doing is ever easy.”

 

Email: NicholasB@cityofclovis.com

Danielle Beltran | Public Safety Dispatcher

Photo of Public Safety Dispatcher Danielle Beltran

WORK EXPERIENCE:

PSD Beltran has been with Clovis PD for 13 years as a Dispatcher. She is also assigned to our Tactical Dispatch Unit, Crime Scene Unit, and Recruitment Team. Danielle also has experience as a certified car seat technician.

One piece of advice for applicants:

“Be honest and truthful”.

Favorite quote:

“Today, is the only day we have today. So today, do what makes you happy.”

Why I chose Clovis PD:

“Growing up in the area, Clovis has always had a reputation of being the best.”

Email: DanielleG@cityofclovis.com

Brandon Blount | Community Service Officer

Portrait of CSO Brandon Blount

work experience:

CSO Blount began his career with Clovis PD in 2014 and is assigned to our jail as a jail and transport officer. He assists officers in the booking and transporting process which helps them get back onto patrol as fast as possible. 

one movie i have seen 5+ times:

“Equalizer.”

my favorite quote:

“You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.”

one piece of advice for applicants:

“Treat everyone with respect and be humble.”

Email: BrandonB@cityofclovis.com

Mark Bradford | Police corporal

Photo of Officer Mark Bradford

work experience:

Corporal Bradford has been a Police officer for a school district in 1992! He was then hired by the Fresno Police Department before lateralling over to Clovis PD in 2006. Officer Bradford has been assigned as a Traffic Officer (twice), Range Master, Drivers Trainer, and Collision Reconstruction Unit. Corporal Bradford is the current Traffic Division supervisor.

Favorite Assignment:

Being a Traffic Officer has been my favorite assignment. Speed has been shown to cause injuries in collisions, and we all know that DUI’s kill. The Traffic Unit suppresses those two areas and makes a difference.

Why i chose clovis pd:

“Clovis PD is the best department to work for because we are family oriented with our employees and our community. Our motto is “To those we serve, we want to be the best” and we are!”

Email: MarkB@cityofclovis.com

Marcus Burks | Police Officer

Portrait of Officer Burks

work experience:

Officer Burks has been a Police Officer with Clovis PD since 2014 and is currently assigned to patrol. He is a field training officer, drone pilot, drug recognition expert, and is a member of our Crisis Negotiations Team, Recruitment Team, and Honor Guard.

my favorite assignment:

“Crisis Negotiations Team (CNT). Being a part of a small group with special training with the idea that you could possibly save a life by talking someone out of a crisis is exciting to say the least.”

One piece of advice for applicants:

“Be yourself.”

Email: MarcusB@cityofclovis.com

Dayna de Jong | Police Officer

Portrait of Officer de Jong with K9 Mika

Work Experience:

Officer de Jong has been a Police Officer since 2011. She is currently assigned to Patrol as a  K9 handler, working with K9 Mika. Officer de Jong is also a member of our Bomb Squad (EOD Unit), Crime Scene Unit, Bike Unit, and is a former Detective. Before joining Clovis PD, she was an officer with Merced PD, and worked at Fresno PD.

Why I chose clovis pd:

“The department is small enough that everyone knows each other’s names, but large enough that there is plenty of opportunity to advance in your career and work different specialty assignments. The training and equipment at this department is top notch, as are the officers.  It is the safest city in the valley and has a great school district which makes it an ideal place to raise a family.”

My favorite assignment:

“K9. I get to patrol city-wide and respond to all the hot/in-progress calls.  I also get to work/train with a great group of people who are passionate about they do.”

Email: DaynaD@cityofclovis.com

Emily Eide | Police Officer

Portrait of Officer Emily Eide

work experience:

Officer Eide joined Clovis PD in 2015 when she was hired as a Police Officer. She is assigned to patrol and is also a computer voice stress analyst.

why i chose clovis pd:

“I picked CPD to work at because of their reputation for excellence, training opportunities, and education reimbursement program.”

my favorite quote:

“Real change, enduring change, happens one step at a time.” by Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

One movie i’ve seen 5+ times:

“Legally Blonde”

Email: EmilyE@cityofclovis.com

A.J. Ferguson | Police Officer

Portrait of Officer Ferguson

work experience:

Officer Ferguson came to Clovis PD in 2017 after spending more than 4 years at 2 other law enforcement agencies. He is currently assigned to our traffic division as a motor officer. Officer Ferguson is also a drone pilot, Honor Guard member, a driver and strategic communications instructor, a member of our Recruitment Team, and he investigates major collisions on our Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU).

My favorite thing about the police academy:

“Fellow cadets and the relationships you build.”

Why i chose Clovis PD:

“I love Clovis. It’s like no other place. I grew up in the southeast side of town of Fresno with gang violence, etc. When I moved to Clovis and attended Clovis schools, I realized how awesome the city was. So when the opportunity came up to work here, I was all in. I want to keep the amazing for my kids.”

 

Email: AntonioF@cityofclovis.com

Lovedeep Malhi | Police Officer

Portrait of Officer Malhi

work experience:

Officer Malhi became a Clovis PD officer in 2020 after graduating the police academy and is currently assigned as a patrol officer.

Why I chose Clovis PD:

“I only applied to Clovis PD due to the reputation the department has. I spoke with a few friends who are police officers and they all said Clovis PD is the best department to work for the in the area. I trusted their word and I am glad I did.”

My favorite thing about the police academy:

“The comradery and the laughter.”

One piece of advice for applicants:

“Just be yourself!”

Email: LovedeepM@cityofclovis.com

Nick Mason | Police Corporal

Corporal Nick Mason portrait

Work experience:

Corporal Mason has been a Clovis Police Officer since 2013 and is currently assigned to patrol. He is also a Field Training Officer (FTO),  a ZERO motorcycle operator, former K9 handler, and driver’s training instructor.

Why I chose Clovis PD:

“I never heard of Clovis until their recruiters drove up to Napa to do interviews while I was in the academy. At the time, I was not picky with where I applied and was willing to move anywhere. Little did I know Clovis was a hidden gem! As I was going through the background process, I went on a couple of ride-alongs and realized that Clovis was like no other City I had been to. I remember while driving around on a ride along, people were waving to the officers. To see the connection and trust between the officers and citizens was amazing. I have never seen anything like it. The biggest memory I had was driving past Buchanan and thinking this had to be some sort of division 1 college football stadium. Little did I know, it was just a high school and all of the schools around Clovis took sports very seriously. I learned quick how amazing Clovis was and knew this was where I wanted to raise a family and call home.”

one movie i have watched 5+ times:

“Anchorman”

Email: NicholasM@cityofclovis.com

Jacob Mulhern | Police Officer

Portrait of Officer Mulhern

work experience:

After serving our country for 9 years in the U.S. Army, Officer Mulhern worked as a correctional officer before joining Clovis PD in 2019. He is currently assigned to patrol.

One movie I have seen 5+ times:

“Pretty much every Adam Sandler movie, but I have watched “The Waterboy” countless times.”

THE REASON WHY I AM A RECRUITMENT TEAM MEMBER:

“I am extremely fortunate and blessed to have the opportunity to work for this department and I wanted to help others while they go through the hiring process.”

One piece of advice for applicants:

“Do not hesitate to ask questions. Anything and everything can become a learning opportunity.”

Email: JacobM@cityofclovis.com

Sean O'Brien | Police Corporal

Photo of Officer Sean Obrien

Work Experience:

Officer O’Brien has been a Clovis Police Officer since 2013 and is currently assigned to Neighborhood Services. He is also a member of our Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD – Bomb Squad), Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU), and Recruitment Team!

THE REASON WHY I AM A RECRUITMENT TEAM MEMBER:

“I went to an academy far from Clovis. I am from the north Bay Area far away from Clovis. I had no ties to Clovis or the surrounding area. I offer a different perspective than most coming from a different place and uprooting and moving to a new city. I have firsthand experience regarding transition and difficulties faced by someone who does not know the area or anyone here. I can attest to how welcoming the department is and how much everyone wants to see you succeed with the department. I’ve made Clovis my home and have no reservation and have never had to second guess myself in the decision I made to work for Clovis.”

Favorite Quote:

There are 2 things you need to know for a successful life and career:

  1. Never give away everything you know.
  2.  

Email: SeanO@cityofclovis.com

Abby Padgett | Police Sergeant

Photo of Corporal Abby Padgett

work experience:

 Corporal Padgett is currently assigned to Patrol, and has been with our team since 2002! She is also a member of our Crisis Negotiations Team (CNT), Computer Forensics Unit, and our Volunteer Coordinator. Past assignments include Detectives, Youth Services, and Dispatch supervisor.

My Favorite Quote:

“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” –Maya Angelou

one piece of advice for applicants:

“Always be honest. No one is perfect! We all make mistakes, but if your integrity is compromised, so is your career.”

One movie I’ve seen 5+ times:

“Clueless…best one liners and I’m guaranteed to laugh every time!”

 

Email: AbbyP@cityofclovis.com

Jon Pino | Police Officer

Portrait of Officer Pino.

work experience:

Officer Pino came to us in 2019 after working as a Police Officer in southern California for 3 years. He is currently assigned to patrol. Officer Pino is a defensive tactics instructor and a member of our Recruitment Team.

one piece of advice for applicants:

“Work hard and stay humble. The only thing more contagious than a good attitude, is a bad one.”

one movie i’ve seen 5+ times:

“Gangs of New York”

Why I chose Clovis PD:

“I chose to work for Clovis PD to serve the city in which I grew up in. Due to the family nature of the department, emphasis on training and dedicated officers this is the premiere agency in the central valley.”

Email: JonP@cityofclovis.com

Anthony Puente | Police Corporal

Portrait of Officer Puente

work experience:

Corporal Puente began his law enforcement career in 2012 with another agency before joining Clovis PD in 2015. He promoted to Police Corporal in 2023 and is assigned to patrol. Corporal Puente is also a SWAT team member, on our Recruitment Team, and is a companion officer, drone pilot, and a range master.

The best of advice i’ve received:

“Slow down and be thorough.”

My favorite assignment:

“My favorite assignment and the most fun I have had in my career has come from being a Detective. We get to conduct surveillance and investigate crimes which eventually will lead us to an operational plan to arrest the suspect.”

Email: AnthonyP@cityofclovis.com

Samantha Rodriguez | Police Officer

Photo of Officer Samantha Rodriguez

Work Experience:

Officer Rodriguez has been with Clovis PD since 2015 and is assigned to Patrol. She is certified as a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE), Voice Stress Analyst, is a member of our Digital Forensics Team and a Defensive Tactics instructor!

THE REASON WHY I AM A RECRUITMENT TEAM MEMBER:

“The people in this profession make this job fun. I want to work with fun, hardworking people who take pride in serving the citizens of Clovis.”

One piece of advice for applicants:

“Stay open to constructive criticism and look to your partners for help. This job is ever changing and we need to help each other.”

My Favorite Quote:

“Go ahead, tell me I’m not good enough. Tell me I can’t do it, because I will show you over and over again that I can.”

Email: SamanthaR@cityofclovis.com

Jesus Santillan | Police Sergeant

Work Experience:

Sergeant Santillan has been with Clovis PD since 2005 and is currently assigned our Hiring & Recruitment supervisor. He is a member of our SWAT Team, and has been assigned to Youth Services, patrol, a Field Training Officer (FTO) and a member of Fresno County’s Adult Compliance Team (ACT). 

my Favorite Quote:

“Train hard today, you won’t know what you will ask our body to do tomorrow.”

The reason why i am a recruitment team member:

“I want to be instrumental in hiring the best Officer and staff possible for our Department.”

my Favorite Assignment:

“SWAT. Because it’s very challenging!”

Email: JesusS@cityofclovis.com

Abigail Tiscareno | Community Service Officer

Portrait of Community Service Officer Tiscareno

Work Experience:

CSO Tiscareno joined Clovis PD as a Police Explorer as a teenager to gain experience as a volunteer. She got hired as an Animal Services Officer in 2006 and has since transferred to patrol as a Community Service Officers. CSO Tiscareno has experience in patrol, parking enforcement, Records, Dispatch, and as a Court Liaison. She is currently assigned to municipal code enforcement in patrol. 

one piece of advice for applicants:

“Always operate from a position of truth. Integrity is such a huge component of law enforcement.”

One movie i’ve seen 5+ times:

“Easy A”.

Favorite quote:

“You adapt. You overcome. You improvise.” (From the movie Heartbreak Ridge

Email: AbigailT@cityofclovis.com

Harris Vang | Police Officer

Portrait of Officer Vang

Work experience:

Officer Vang began his law enforcement career asa  deputy sheriff in 2010 before joining Clovis PD in 2017. He is currently assigned to patrol, and is also a Recruitment Team member.

My favorite quote:

“Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.”

Why i chose Clovis PD:

Great department, family atmosphere, spoiled with top-of-the-line equipment, training, education, and community support.”

One movie i have seen 5+ times:

“300.”

Email: HarrisV@cityofclovis.com

Dan Wilson | Police Officer

Portrait of Officer Wilson

work experience:

Officer Wilson began his career with Clovis PD as a part-time Police Cadet assigned to our jail. After being sponsored through the police academy and graduating in 2018, he became a Police Officer. Officer Wilson is currently assigned to patrol, and is also a member of our SWAT Team, Recruitment Team, Honor Guard, and is a drone pilot and first aid instructor.

My favorite assignment:

“SWAT is my favorite assignment. I enjoy the team camaraderie and being able to polish and build upon the skills you have learned in order to better both yourself and the team.”

Why I chose Clovis PD:

“The department is small enough to be a family, but large enough for opportunity.”

The best advice i’ve received:

“Don’t give others the power to control your emotions.”

Email: DanW@cityofclovis.com

Jacqueline Wink | Police Officer

Officer Wink & K9 Oakley.

work experience:

In 2018, Officer began with Clovis PD as a part-time Police Cadet assigned to patrol and our jail. After being sponsored by our department through the police academy in 2019, she became a Police Officer (Go class 157!). Officer Wink is assigned to patrol as a K9 handler. Her partner is a Springer Spaniel named Oakley and is trained in narcotic detection.

My Favorite Assignment:

“Truthfully it’s the recruitment team! I have been graduated from Fresno State since May, 2018. However, I have maintained working relations with several professors in the Criminology department. I have talked in several different classes, and I really enjoy doing it! My primary goal is to spread awareness and be transparent to the students, to show them the legitimacy of law enforcement and combat against the negative stigma. My goal and desire is to educate and spread awareness, in an effort to recruit qualified applicants. Most importantly, I enjoy helping people navigate their way to becoming a police officer. “

The best piece of advice i’ve received:

“Be comfortable with being uncomfortable.”

Email: JacquelineW@cityofclovis.com

Ty Wood | Police Service Officer

Photo of Police Service Officer Ty Wood

Work Experience:

PSO Wood has been with Clovis PD since 1999 and currently serves as the Public Information Officer (PIO). He has been assigned to Youth Services, Investigations, Animal Services, Patrol, Jail, and Property.  PSO Wood is also a member of our Crime Scene Unit, Tactical Dispatch and assists in our communications center.

Favorite Assignment:

“My favorite assignment has been being able to connect with our residents as our Social Media Coordinator & PIO. I enjoy sharing to our residents how we do what we do, and being another source of communication for the Department through social media.”

one piece of advice for applicants:

“Your education is important. Get that college degree!”

Why I Chose Clovis PD:

“I began here as a Police Explorer and was able to see how protected and served Clovis. While that has been so impressive, I chose to stay because how they interact with the community we serve.” 

Email: TyW@cityofclovis.com

Zia Yang | Community Service Officer

Portrait of CSO Yang

work experience:

CSO Yang has been with Clovis PD since 2013 as a Community Service Officer. He has been assigned to Investigations and is a field training officer. CSO Yang has experience in patrol, as a certified car seat technician and is a member of our Crime Scene Unit. 

My favorite quote:

“We are all one.”

My favorite assignment:

“Patrol. I enjoy investigating and solving crimes.”

one movie i have seen 5+ times:

“Back to the Future I, II and III.”

Email: ZiaY@cityofclovis.com