David A. Salmon
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dependable professional with excellent time management, equipment operation and teamwork abilities. Knowledgeable on general safety practices. Driven to improve efficiency and quality by adhering to company procedures.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Cook County Sheriff's Police Department
Maywood, IL
01.2023 - Current
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
- Monitored radio transmissions from dispatch regarding reported crimes or emergencies.
- Advised citizens on safety precautions and preventive measures against crime.
- Utilized various technologies including computers, cameras, radar guns., to complete job duties.
Civil Processing Officer
Cook County Sheriff's Office
Markham, IL
03.2022 - 12.2023
- Responsible for the service of numerous civil and criminal documents including, but not limited to, Summons & Complaints, Subpoenas, Orders of Protection, Restraining Orders, Mortgage Foreclosures, and Eviction Actions.
- Entered daily data into the Cook County designated program.
- Sorted and verified documents to ensure proper routing.
Correctional Officer
Cook County Department of Corrections
Chicago , IL
07.2007 - 03.2022
- Conducted random searches of detainees, cells, and facility grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Maintained order by monitoring detainees behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Enforced rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for detainees and staff.
- Supervised detainees during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility in addition to all incoming and outgoing mail.
- Conducted video visitation via Microsoft Teams while supervising detainees during COVID-19.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Responded to emergency disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Escorted detainees between facilities or court hearings.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations.
Education
General Studies
East West University
Chicago Skills
- Community Engagement
- Excels in time-sensitive situations
- Able to work independently or in a team environment
- Exceptional problem solver
- Planning and coordination
- Report Writing
- Keyboarding and computer skills
- Knowledgeable on Microsoft Office
- Bilingual - English/Spanish
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Police Officer
Cook County Sheriff's Police Department
01.2023 - Current
Civil Processing Officer
Cook County Sheriff's Office
03.2022 - 12.2023
Correctional Officer
Cook County Department of Corrections
07.2007 - 03.2022
General Studies
East West University
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