Program Manager
Ken Smith
Ken comes to TMPA from the City of Austin Police Department where he was the Program Manager for Austin Police Department’s (A.P.D.) Selective Traffic Enforcement Program grants. During his tenure as the STEP Manager, A.P.D. was recognized by the State of Texas and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for superior performance in obtaining 90% compliance for seatbelt use in the City of Austin. Ken holds a Master Peace Officer Certification and is currently a Reserve Lieutenant.
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Lead Law Enforcement Liason
Bryan Bell
Bryan became Lead Law Enforcement Liaison, overseeing Police Traffic Service and LEADRS programs in September 2009. Bryan joined TMPA as support on the DWI Online Reporting System "LEADRS" in October of 2006. He comes to TMPA from the Brownwood Police Department where he served six years as a patrol officer. Bryan held the position of Field Training Officer where he assisted in revision of the FTO program for the Brownwood PD. He was acknowledged for his duties and was awarded Officer of the Year in 2006. Bryan has been a certified police officer since 2001 and still holds his commission as a Reserve for the Brownwood Police Department. Bryan holds an Advanced Peace Officer certification from TCLEOSE.
Bryan also holds a bachelor degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Computer Informations Systems from Howard Payne University
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Law Enforcement Liason
Ray Dittrich
Ray has over six years of law enforcement experience, serving as a Constable's deputy and municipal police officer. He started his career with the Hunt County Constable's Office prior to joining the Commerce Police Department. He served as a Patrol FTO and Community Resource Officer before coming to TMPA.
Ray is an experienced TCLEOSE and defense tactics instructor and is a certified Hostage Negotiator. He holds an Advanced Police Officer Certification from TCLEOSE.
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Law Enforement Liason
Israel Campos
Israel comes to TMPA from the Reeves County Sheriff’s Office where he was the Training Coordinator. Israel continues to reside in Pecos where he retains his peace officer commission under the reserve program. During his tenure as Training Coordinator, he was honored by the Reeves County Area Chamber of Commerce as being the Law Enforcement Officer of the Year in 2002. Prior to becoming the Training Coordinator, Israel was a Senior Deputy Sheriff and Explorer post coordinator. Israel has set his occupational goals and made assisting officers his number one priority.
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Law Enforcement Liason
Mike Earney
Michael Earney comes to TMPA from the Kerr County Sheriff’s Office where he was a Training Sergeant. He currently holds a reserve status with the same rank. Michael has over 13 years of experience in all fields of Law Enforcement and more than 3500 continuing/training education hours. Michael has been a Patrol Deputy, Corrections and Communications officer as well as an administrator, and has received many departmental as well as citizen recognitions for his accomplishments. Michael obtained his Master Peace Officer certification in March 2006.
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Law Enforcement Liaison
Garry Parker
With a Master of Science Degree in Criminology from Concordia University, Garry has devoted more than 30 years of his life serving the citizens of this country, first as a United States Marine and as a State Police Officer retiring from the Texas Department of Public Safety. During his Law Enforcement career he worked in enforcement, civil defense management, dignitary protection and public information and education. Garry is a level 3 accident reconstructionist and has testified as an expert witness in tort claims and civil actions. He is a Traffic Safety consultant and has developed a Driver Safety Training Course for use by drivers of all ages in an effort to reduce crashes, injury and death. Garry has served as keynote speaker for many national conferences and has won many national awards for his program development and presentation skills. Garry was awarded the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officers Standards and Education Law Enforcement Achievement Award in 2007. He uses southern humor to connect with the audience and his ability to educate through entertainment makes him a delightful instructor.
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Grant Administrator
Julie Linn
Julie joined TMPA in April 2001 as a Program Assistant to the "Buckle Up Texas" wave support grant and she was promoted to Program Coordinator in January 2002. Julie comes to us with an extensive background in marketing and media relations. She worked as a marketing coordinator on budgeting, press releases, and other media campaigns. She also worked for two years in an advertising agency where she bought and planned media for many high profile corporations. Julie graduated from St. Edwards University with a B.A. in Psychology and worked with the Travis County District Attorney's office counseling battered women before going into marketing.
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Grant Administrative Assistant
Ben Gorby
Ben joined TMPA in 2009 to provide administrative support for PTS\LEADRS grant. He graduated from Stony Point High school in 2006. He is currently working on a Bachelors degree in Business Administration from a local college. He has had extensive experience working with law enforcement and legislators at the State Capitol. He is also very knowledgeable in customer service and administrative assistance. He is extremely excited to be a part of such a great organization and looks forward to helping in as many ways possible.
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