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Brendan Kelly

Lemont,IL

Summary

Focused law enforcement professional offering a proven history in fostering public safety and awareness through consistent patrol efforts and security details for community events. Seeking a role in which integrity and commitment to safety will provide community enrichment and continuous public safety.

Resourceful Deputy Sheriff with many years experience maintaining secure environments while providing effective security presence and visible deterrent to crime. Personable leader monitors rule infractions, detects suspicious activities, and minimizes threats to facilities.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Sheriff

Cook County Department of Corrections
Chicago, Illinois
05.2005 - Current
  • Responded to emergency calls for service involving domestic disputes or other potentially hazardous situations.
  • Prepared detailed written reports documenting incident information and investigative activities.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as completing paperwork, filing documents.
  • Adhered to departmental policies and procedures while performing job duties.
  • Supported future criminal cases by preparing detailed and accurate reports related to accidents, crime disturbances and complaints.
  • Participated in continuing education courses related to law enforcement practices.
  • Collected and preserved evidence associated with crimes, supporting investigations
  • Gathered evidence from crime scenes to assist with investigations.
  • Monitored and investigated suspicions persons and situations and unusual activities.
  • Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
  • Investigated criminal activity such as assaults, burglaries, robberies, thefts.

• 17 years in maximum security

Floor Host

Gold Room Nightclub
Stone Park, Illinois
02.2024 - 01.2025
  • Maintained an organized system for tracking incoming orders from waitstaff during peak hours of operation.
  • Helped service staff handle demand by distributing food and beverages.
  • Managed cash register transactions accurately while providing change when necessary.
  • Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
  • Checked and secured building areas during off-hours to prevent entry by unauthorized individuals.
  • Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
  • Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
  • Coordinated with law enforcement and emergency responders during incidents and emergencies.
  • Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
  • Escorted individuals requiring personal protection to provide safe transport to specified locations.
  • Reviewed guest identification and employee credentials to authorize entry onto premises.
  • Maintained calm composure during emergencies while communicating with local law enforcement and emergency response services.
  • Assisted with crowd control during large events held at the facility.
  • Identified suspicious activity to determine appropriate response.
  • Administered first aid for minor medical situations and contacted paramedics for medical emergencies.
  • Warned violators of rule infractions and expelled people continuously engaging in suspicious or criminal acts.
  • Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

DePaul University
Chicago, IL

Skills

  • Civil processes
  • Public disturbance investigation
  • Crime investigation
  • Subpoena service
  • Public event security
  • Civil and criminal laws
  • Crime investigation discovery
  • Public disturbance resolution
  • Evidence identification
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Crime scene investigation
  • Inmate processing
  • Public safety
  • Emergency response
  • Prisoner transport
  • Court testimony
  • Crime prevention
  • Law enforcement
  • Emergency management
  • Building security check
  • First aid and CPR
  • Incident response
  • Relationship building and management
  • Integrity and ethics
  • Defensive tactics
  • Physical fitness

Timeline

Floor Host

Gold Room Nightclub
02.2024 - 01.2025

Deputy Sheriff

Cook County Department of Corrections
05.2005 - Current

Some College (No Degree) -

DePaul University
Brendan Kelly