Ambar Garcia
Camarillo ,CA
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience at Camarillo Police Department, skilled in community policing and problem-solving. Proven ability to enhance public safety through effective crowd control and strong communication. Committed to fostering community relations and supporting law enforcement initiatives, while maintaining a high level of physical fitness and first aid certification.
Developed strong leadership and organizational skills in dynamic camp environment, facilitating group activities and ensuring participant well-being. Demonstrates effective communication and problem-solving abilities, adaptable to various settings. Looking to transition into new field where these transferrable skills can create positive impact.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Explorer
Camarillo Police Department
05.2023 - Current
- Enhanced community relations by participating in various outreach programs and events.
- Learned about criminal justice system processes including arrest procedures, booking processes, court proceedings, and inmate management.
- Assisted with establishment of neighborhood watch and senior care programs.
- Assisted officers with traffic control during parades, marathons, and special events for improved public safety.
- Supported local law enforcement through ride-alongs, providing valuable assistance and gaining firsthand experience.
- Increased knowledge of law enforcement procedures by attending monthly meetings featuring guest speakers from various departments within the agency.
- Improved problem-solving abilities by participating in mock scenarios that required critical thinking under pressure.
- Developed proficient report writing skills through participation in documentation exercises related to incident reporting.
- Maintained physical fitness levels in order to excel at physical agility tests administered throughout the year.
- Built trust within the community by serving as an approachable liaison between citizens and law enforcement.
- Completed rigorous training modules in areas such as crime scene investigation and CPR certification to increase skillset.
- Initiated fundraising efforts for Explorer program equipment and supplies, demonstrating commitment to the success of the organization.
- Enhanced understanding of law enforcement culture through exposure to different units and specialized teams during field trips.
- Developed strong communication skills by interacting with diverse populations during community service projects.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
Camp Counselor
Pleasant Valley Park and Recreation Center
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Worked with children of varying ages, interests, skills, and developmental levels
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Assisted in preparing meals and snacks to provide nutritional needs to campers.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Frontier High School
Camarillo, CA06-2026
Skills
- Criminal law expertise
- Firearms handling
- Accident investigation
- Self-defense techniques
- Physical fitness
- First aid certified
- Crowd control
- Community policing
- First aid administration
- Radio communication
- Excellent investigative skills
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Positive engagement
- Team leadership
- Child supervision
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Group leadership
- Creative and energetic
- CPR
- First aid
- Safety management
- Medication supervision
- Team collaboration
- First aid and CPR
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Pleasant Valley Park and Recreation Center
06.2024 - 08.2024
Police Explorer
Camarillo Police Department
05.2023 - Current
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Frontier High School
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