Brett Ryder
Pueblo West,CO
Summary
Dynamic and award-winning Police Officer with a career highlighted by commendable service at Fountain Police Department, showcasing expertise in criminal law and exceptional community relations. Excelled in conflict de-escalation and relationship building, earning multiple accolades including the Medal of Valor. Proven ability in planning, coordination, and case management, contributing to significant public safety enhancements.
Methodical Police Officer with 7 years of experience in enforcing state and federal laws and city codes according to departmental policies, procedures, and regulations. Proven skills in Community Relations with excellent problem-solving capabilities. Skilled at investigating crimes and accidents while identifying and preserving evidence. Eager to apply abilities to dynamic new position.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Fountain Police Department
06.2017 - Current
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Trained new Officers.
- Was K-9 Officer.
- Was promoted to Corporal.
- Received Medal of Valor.
- Received Chiefs accommodation.
- Received multiple awards through the years of working for Police Department.
Mechanic
Mountain View Automotive
09.2015 - 01.2017
- Test drive vehicles, and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices.
- Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunctions. Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes.
- Follow checklists to ensure all important parts are examined, including belts, hoses, steering systems, spark plugs, brake and fuel systems, wheel bearings, and other potentially troublesome areas.
- Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune- ups.
- Tear down, repair, and rebuild faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems, and linkages.
- Install and repair accessories such as radios, heaters, mirrors, and windshield wipers. Maintain cleanliness of work area.
- Repair or replace shock absorbers.
- Replace and adjust headlights.
- Overhaul or replace carburetors, blowers, generators, distributors, starters, and pumps.
- Repair radiator leaks.
- Align vehicles' front ends.
Parks and Recreation Worker
Pueblo County
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Operate vehicles and powered equipment, such as mowers, tractors, twin-axle vehicles, snow blowers, chain saws, electric clippers, sod cutters, and pruning saws.
- Mow or edge lawns, using power mowers or edgers.
- Shovel snow from walks, driveways, or parking lots and spread salt in those areas.
- Care for established lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, grubbing, removing thatch, or trimming or edging around flower beds, walks, or walls.
- Use hand tools, such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws, saws, hedge or brush trimmers, or axes.
- Prune or trim trees, shrubs, or hedges, using shears, pruners, or chain saws.
- Gather and remove litter.
- Maintain or repair tools, equipment, or structures, such as buildings, greenhouses, fences, or benches, using hand or power tools.
- Mix and spray or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides onto grass, shrubs, or trees, using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders.
- Provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters, burial sites, or other grounds features.
- Water lawns, trees, or plants, using portable sprinkler systems, hoses, or watering cans.
- Rake, mulch, and compost leaves.
- Maintain irrigation systems, including winterizing the systems and starting them up in spring.
- Care for natural turf fields, making sure the underlying soil has the required composition to allow proper drainage and to support the grasses used on the fields.
- Mark design boundaries and paint natural or artificial turf fields with team logos or names before events.
- Build forms and mix and pour cement to form garden borders.
Material Transporter
Colorado State University Pueblo
01.2015 - 05.2015
- Sort mail for delivery, arranging it in delivery sequence.
- Deliver mail to residences and business establishments along specified routes by walking and/or driving, using a combination of satchels, carts, cars, and small trucks.
- Hold mail for customers who are away from delivery locations.
- Maintain accurate records of deliveries.
- Operate Forklift to stock shelves.
Cashier
Loaf 'N Jug
01.2015 - 03.2015
- Receive payment by cash, check, credit cards, vouchers, or automatic debits.
- Issue receipts, refunds, credits, or change due to customers.
- Assist customers by providing information and resolving their complaints.
Establish or identify prices of goods, services or admission, and tabulate bills using calculators, cash registers, or optical price scanners. - Greet customers entering establishments.
- Sell tickets and other items to customers.
- Process merchandise returns and exchanges.
Maintain clean and orderly checkout areas and complete other general cleaning duties, such as mopping floors and emptying trash cans. - Stock shelves, and mark prices on shelves and items.
- Count money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change.
- Calculate total payments received during a time period, and reconcile this with total sales
Server
Golden Corral Buffet and Grill
04.2013 - 08.2014
- Take orders from patrons for food or beverages.
- Serve food or beverages to patrons, and prepare or serve specialty dishes at tables as required.
- Clean tables or counters after patrons have finished dining.
- Roll silverware, set up food stations or set up dining areas to prepare for the next shift or for large parties.
- Inform customers of daily specials.
- Stock service areas with supplies such as coffee, food, tableware, and linens.
- Remove dishes and glasses from tables or counters, take them to kitchen for cleaning.
- Perform cleaning duties, such as sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet, tidying up server station, taking out trash, or checking and cleaning bathroom.
- Fill salt, pepper, sugar, cream, condiment, and napkin containers.
- Check with customers to ensure that they are enjoying their meals and take action to correct any problems.
Education
No Degree - Automotive Business Management
Colorado State University Pueblo
Pueblo, COPueblo Law Enforcement Academy - Law Enforcement
Pueblo Community College
Pueblo, CO05-2017
High School Diploma -
Rye Highschool
Rye, CO05-2014
Skills
- Report writing
- Integrity and honesty
- Conflict de-escalation
- Relationship building and management
- Customer Service
- Patience and empathy
- Planning and coordination
- Community relations
- Criminal law
- Case management
Timeline
Police Officer
Fountain Police Department
06.2017 - Current
Mechanic
Mountain View Automotive
09.2015 - 01.2017
Parks and Recreation Worker
Pueblo County
06.2015 - 08.2015
Material Transporter
Colorado State University Pueblo
01.2015 - 05.2015
Cashier
Loaf 'N Jug
01.2015 - 03.2015
Server
Golden Corral Buffet and Grill
04.2013 - 08.2014
No Degree - Automotive Business Management
Colorado State University Pueblo
Pueblo Law Enforcement Academy - Law Enforcement
Pueblo Community College
High School Diploma -
Rye Highschool
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