Mr. Snyder worked in the news media industry until joining the Wichita Falls Police Department in 1987. During his tenure with WFPD, Snyder attained the rank of Sergeant and served in a variety of unique capacities, to include K-9 handler, Field Training Officer and Supervisor, Public Information Officer and Wichita Crime Stoppers Coordinator.

Snyder’s formal achievements while with WFPD include 2009 Supervisor of the year (International Crime Free Association), the Police Commendation Medal, the Certificate of Civic Achievement (x2) and the Certificate of Merit (x3). Sgt. Snyder retired from WFPD at the rank of Sergeant in 2012.

Snyder has been serving the MSU Community since early 2016 and was promoted to the rank of Police Sergeant in 2018. Sgt. Snyder holds a TCOLE Master Peace Officer certificate.

Snyder in 2023 transitioned from sergeant to Clery Compliance and Emergency Management Coordinator for the university.