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Chad Vandever

Ada,OK

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Detention Officer

Pontotoc County Sheriff's Department
Ada, OK
09.2023 - Current
  • Provided support and assistance to fellow officers during emergency situations.
  • Served meals in a timely manner while enforcing mealtime regulations for inmates.
  • Conducted searches of cells for contraband items such as drugs, weapons or other prohibited materials.
  • Assisted in the intake of new inmates, ensuring all necessary paperwork was completed and filed correctly.
  • Enforced disciplinary action when appropriate according to established guidelines.
  • Performed administrative duties such as filing, data entry, mail sorting and answering telephones.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to any medical emergencies that arose within the facility.
  • Subdued and restrained resisting inmates using hands and feet while employing defensive tactics and approved non-lethal weapons.
  • Followed daily routine schedule and took head counts of all inmates in assigned cell block.
  • Investigated incidents involving detainees or staff members to determine appropriate disciplinary action.
  • Maintained accurate records related to detainee movement, incident reports, and other documentation as required by policy.
  • Monitored video surveillance systems to detect irregularities in the facility environment.
  • Resolved conflicts between detainees using de-escalation techniques whenever possible.
  • Supervised subordinate officers in their daily duties.

Police Officer

Town of Allen
Allen, OK
11.2021 - 09.2023
  • Advised citizens on safety precautions and preventive measures against crime.
  • Supervised field operations, including responding to emergency calls and coordinating special events security.
  • Attended meetings with government officials to discuss public safety issues and proposed solutions.
  • Monitored and evaluated performance of subordinate officers to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and policies.
  • Addressed complaints from citizens regarding police conduct or service delivery issues.
  • Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
  • Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.
  • Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
  • Provided testimony in court when necessary concerning investigations conducted.
  • Investigated suspicious persons or activities to determine if criminal activity was present.
  • Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.

EMT

Mercy EMS
Ada, OK
05.2017 - 03.2023
  • Ensured timely response to E911 calls, conducted patient assessments and provided necessary care. Documented patient care reports on ESO platform.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians or according to established protocols.
  • Conducted assessments of trauma victims using advanced assessment techniques.
  • Operated ambulances safely under both normal and emergency conditions.

Police Officer

Konawa Police Department
Konawa, OK
10.2019 - 04.2021
  • Conducted patrols, investigations, and enforced traffic violations
  • Earned dual promotions within a short period, moving up to Patrol Sergeant in August 2020 and then assuming the role of Interim Chief of Police on December 2, 2020.
  • Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.
  • Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
  • Provided testimony in court when necessary concerning investigations conducted.
  • Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
  • Attended training sessions to maintain proficiency in law enforcement techniques.
  • Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
  • Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.

Videographer/storm Chaser

KXII-TV
Sherman, TX
03.2014 - 10.2021
  • Worked on various aspects of news production, including filming, editing footage, scripting and conducting interviews
  • Delivered timely and informative live video stream and reports during severe weather events as a storm chaser.
  • Capture live events such as concerts or sports competitions for broadcast purposes.
  • Gathered information about local events through research and personal contacts.
  • Set up equipment for live broadcasts from remote locations.
  • Organized material, determined emphasis and edited copy to conform to prescribed format.

Department Manager

Walmart #225
Sulphur, OK
10.2013 - 04.2015
  • Responsibilities included managing employee duties, ordering and maintaining product inventory, stocking, one-on-one customer service.

Machinist

Kemper Valve & Fittings
Sulphur, OK
09.2010 - 10.2013
  • Executed product manufacturing using CNC lathe for oil and natural gas industry.
  • Analyzed engineering designs and determined most efficient sequence of operations.
  • Verified settings by measuring positions, first-run parts and sample works with micrometers, calipers or other measuring instruments.
  • Repaired damaged parts according to company standards before returning them back into service.
  • Performed minor maintenance such as cleaning and lubricating machines.
  • Monitored machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining.
  • Loaded raw materials into production equipment according to job orders while maintaining proper inventory levels.
  • Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, adjusted machine controls as necessary during the run cycle.

Education

Advanced Law Enforcement Driver’s Training Course -

OSU-OKC
Oklahoma City, OK
01.2020

EMT-Intermediate -

East Central University
08-1995

EMT -

Mid-America Technology Center
Wayne, OK
02-1995

Diploma -

Sulphur High School
Sulphur, OK
05-1994

Certified Police Officer - Law Enforcement

Council On Law Enforcement Training And Education
Ada, OK
01-2019

Computer sciences -

Murray State College
Tishomingo, OK
05-2013

Skills

  • Inmate observation
  • Security and sanitation checks
  • Defensive techniques
  • Report Preparation
  • Inmate escorting
  • Criminal Investigations
  • Radar speed measurement
  • Traffic Laws
  • Drug enforcement
  • Defensive driving training
  • Raw Materials Handling
  • Quality Inspection
  • Heavy Machinery Operation
  • Defect Identification
  • Issue Reporting
  • Safety Procedures
  • Lathe machine operation
  • Policy Implementation
  • Expense Tracking
  • Performance Management
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Time Management
  • Team Leadership

Affiliations

  • Camping
  • Fishing
  • Weather forecasting and storm chasing
  • Time with friends and family

Timeline

Detention Officer

Pontotoc County Sheriff's Department
09.2023 - Current

Police Officer

Town of Allen
11.2021 - 09.2023

Police Officer

Konawa Police Department
10.2019 - 04.2021

EMT

Mercy EMS
05.2017 - 03.2023

Videographer/storm Chaser

KXII-TV
03.2014 - 10.2021

Department Manager

Walmart #225
10.2013 - 04.2015

Machinist

Kemper Valve & Fittings
09.2010 - 10.2013

Advanced Law Enforcement Driver’s Training Course -

OSU-OKC

EMT-Intermediate -

East Central University

EMT -

Mid-America Technology Center

Diploma -

Sulphur High School

Certified Police Officer - Law Enforcement

Council On Law Enforcement Training And Education

Computer sciences -

Murray State College

References

  • Bry Bratcher, Dart Container-580-320-9390
  • Scott Hardwick, Pontotoc County Justice Center-580-320-6880
  • Lacy Delozier, Stay-at-home-mom-580-272-7960

References

  • Justin Grove, Patrol Deputy, Seminole County Sheriff’s Department, (405) 287-4746
  • Alex Bohannon, Patrolman, Prague Police Department, Prague, OK, (918) 839-5399
  • Andrew Brewer, EMT, Mercy EMS Ada, Ada, OK, (405) 585-3683

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