Alexandria Gelsomini
Charles Town,WV
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to multi task with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable, always willing to learn. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer First Class
Herndon Police Department
Herndon, VA
02.2024 - Current
- Conducted investigations of criminal activity, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
- Patrolled assigned areas in a police vehicle and on foot to detect suspicious activities.
- Responded to emergency calls for service from citizens and provided assistance as needed.
- Enforced traffic laws by issuing citations for violations.
- Investigated accidents involving personal injury or property damage.
- Apprehended suspects wanted for criminal offenses.
- Searched persons, vehicles, and premises for contraband and weapons.
- Provided court testimony regarding criminal cases investigated.
- Assisted other law enforcement agencies with investigations and arrests when requested.
- Performed administrative duties such as writing reports, submitting paperwork, filing documents.
- Maintained current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures.
- Prepared detailed investigative reports outlining all aspects of an incident or case.
Police Officer
Metropolitan Police Department
Washington, DC
08.2020 - Current
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
Deputy Clerk
Arlington County General District Court
Arlington, VA
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence.
- Assist Judge in Courtroom with completing paperwork and scheduling.
- Organize Dockets.
- Make witness notifications.
- Answer phone calls, process fine payments, schedule attorneys cases.
Child and Mental Health Associate I
John L. Gildner RICA Maryland Department Of Health
Rockville, MD
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Communicated effectively, both orally and in writing, with patients from diverse backgrounds.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Provided counseling and other therapeutic mental health services to seriously emotionally disturbed adolescents in a residential treatment setting
- Learned and participated in preventative crisis management as well as non-violent crisis intervention (de-escalation techniques, restraint, and safety suit procedures) in order to provide for a safe and therapeutic environment for adolescents.
- Documented all pertinent observations/incidents as well as routine required documentation/evaluation of the status of the adolescent
in medical record for ongoing assessment and review by treatment team.
Loss Prevention Detective
TJX Companies
Rockville, MD
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Performed security walks around store to monitor employee and customer activities.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and alarm systems to detect suspicious activity.
- Educated store personnel and customers to apply best practices and comply with loss prevention policies and procedures.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Identifies and resolves internal and external theft.
- Maintains positive relationships with Store Management and employees.
- Conducts apprehensions within established policies and guidelines.
Records Clerk
Essex County Sheriffs Department
Middleton, MA
07.2018 - 01.2019
- Followed confidentially regulations to maintain privacy.
- Updated records with new information.
- Assisted with typing, data entry, and answering incoming calls as required.
- Processed new inmates coming in from court and local police departments.
- Entered data from Mitts, schedule inmates for court.
- Entered Suicide attempt records into CJIS and coding files for awareness when inmates are sent to units.
- Communicating with deputies and bail clerks as well as family members to ensure proper release.
Resident Assistant
Westfield State University
Westfield, MA
01.2016 - 05.2018
- Attended, participated, and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activity and social programs.
- Monitored and inspected residence hall rooms to determine safety and manage maintenance issues.
- Organized and hosted social and educational events for residents.
- Enforced policies and safety standards through building and room rounds.
- Responded to student inquiries and concerns, offering support and guidance.
- Provided crisis management and intervention during emergency situations.
- Provided swift and knowledgeable emergency support in line with campus crisis protocols.
Store Clerk
Pretty Poppy
Newburyport, MA
07.2012 - 12.2017
- Helped customers complete purchases and locate items.
- Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
- Operated POS systems to accurately process customer purchases.
- Processed returns and handled exchanges quickly to provide positive store experiences.
- Creating merchandise displays.
- Responsible for bank deposits.
- Key holder responsible for opening and closing the store.
Intern
United States Marshals Service
Arlington, VA
07.2017 - 08.2017
- Sorted and organized files.
- Processed and scheduled Writs of Restitution daily.
- Sorted and refiled confidential prisoner files
- Assisted in restructuring the eSAG, a system-wide online self-assessment guide.
- Wrote case summaries for Senior Inspectors in internal affairs.
- Transferred and compiled evidence for open case files.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminial Justice
Westfield State University
Westfield, MA05.2018
Skills
- Investigations
- Report Writing
- Criminal Law
- Patrol Procedures
- Conflict Resolution Tactics
- Cpr/First Aid Certified
- Law Enforcement Information Databases
- Time Management
- Evidence Preservation
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Emergency Management
- Critical Thinking
- Judgment and Decision-Making
- Active Listening
Certification
- CPR - DC Metropolitan Police Department
- Active Shooter Response- DC Metropolitan Police Department
- Civil Disturbance Unit Training- DC Metropolitan Police Department
- Firearms Qualification -DC Metropolitan Police Department
- Tactical Emergency Care-DC Metropolitan Police Department
- Wales II-DC Metropolitan Police Department
- Police Academy -DC Metropolitan Police Department
Timeline
Police Officer First Class
Herndon Police Department
02.2024 - Current
Police Officer
Metropolitan Police Department
08.2020 - Current
Deputy Clerk
Arlington County General District Court
01.2020 - 08.2020
Child and Mental Health Associate I
John L. Gildner RICA Maryland Department Of Health
07.2019 - 01.2020
Loss Prevention Detective
TJX Companies
01.2019 - 07.2019
Records Clerk
Essex County Sheriffs Department
07.2018 - 01.2019
Intern
United States Marshals Service
07.2017 - 08.2017
Resident Assistant
Westfield State University
01.2016 - 05.2018
Store Clerk
Pretty Poppy
07.2012 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Criminial Justice
Westfield State University