Ceth Collins
Littleton,CO
Summary
Possess strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to effectively address community concerns and crime prevention. Have made significant impact in previous roles through successful community engagement initiatives and reducing crime rates. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, make quick decisions in challenging situations, and maintain high standards of integrity and professionalism.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Red Rocks Community College Police Department
Lakewood/Arvada, CO
03.2024 - 09.2026
- Performed proactive mobile and foot patrols, conducting traffic stops and pedestrian interactions.
- Facilitated arrests based on thorough investigative findings, contributing to crime reduction.
- Executed emergency and non-emergency response calls, ensuring swift resolution of incidents.
- Enforced laws and regulations within college campus jurisdiction.
- Participated in community policing initiatives to foster community trust.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests, enhancing documentation accuracy and case management.
Loss Prevention Manager
Sportsmans Warehouse
Sheridan, CO
10.2022 - 08.2023
- From Dec 2021-Oct 2022 I worked my way up from part-time, to full-time, to lead, to assistant manager of the Hunting department before transitioning into Loss Prevention.
- Oversaw loss prevention operations, minimizing shrinkage and addressing theft and fraud effectively.
- Monitored store activities, identifying and preventing theft incidents to enhance security.
- Conducted training sessions for staff on loss prevention techniques and policies.
- Collaborated with law enforcement to investigate theft and fraud incidents, ensuring accountability.
Reserve Firefighter
City of Sterling Fire Department
Sterling, CO
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Responded to emergency calls for fire, rescue, and medical assistance.
- Operated firefighting equipment during training and real-life incidents.
- Conducted fire safety inspections and assessed potential hazards in buildings.
- Assisted in maintaining and servicing firefighting apparatus and tools.
- Participated in drills and training sessions designed to enhance firefighter skillset.
- Participated in community outreach programs to educate about fire prevention.
- Respond to general alarms including residential/commercial fire, medical and automotive
Education
Police Academy (POST Certificate)
Arapahoe Community College
Littleton, CO12-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science Technologies
Northeaster Junior College
Sterling, CO05-2021
Skills
- law enforcement
- emergency response
- traffic management
- criminal investigations
- report writing
- Crime prevention strategies
- Emergency vehicle operation
- critical thinking
- Conflict de-escalation
- community engagement
- Patience and empathy
Accomplishments
- Top Gun (Firearms training) In Police Academy 2023
- Eagle Scout (Boy Scouts of America) 2015
- Warrior Cadet Award (Civil Air Patrol) 2014 Encampment
Certification
- POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) Certification
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Police Officer
Red Rocks Community College Police Department
03.2024 - 09.2026
Loss Prevention Manager
Sportsmans Warehouse
10.2022 - 08.2023
Reserve Firefighter
City of Sterling Fire Department
02.2021 - 02.2022
Police Academy (POST Certificate)
Arapahoe Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Science Technologies
Northeaster Junior College