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Clifefun Goodman

Clifefun Goodman

925 Wintercress Way, Apt. 433, Chesapeake,VA

Summary

Seasoned security team member with advanced understanding of facility, grounds, personnel and asset security practices. Highly observant and diligent with high integrity, strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving abilities. Trained in police and military tactical weapons use, defensive tactics and conflict de-escalation techniques.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Science Assistant

US Department of Veterans Affairs
Hampton, VA
01.2022 - 07.2023

· Performs admission and discharge procedures of veterans who are enrolled/ordered into substance abuse treatment programs (SATP), homeless programs, and who suffer from mental illness into and out of the station domiciliary.

· Ensures that the veterans successfully complete their respective programs by making sure that the environment is safe and secure, and giving instruction/training in reference to their specific program.

· Conducted random health and welfare inspections and counseled veterans on any violation of policy.

· Supervised recreational activities and facilitated classes to improve chances of veterans meeting with successful completion of their respective programs.

Personnel Security Assistant

US Department of Veterans Affairs
Hampton, Virginia
09.2020 - 01.2022

· Request information from various law enforcement agencies and courts to complete background checks of new and current employees.

· Conducts fingerprinting of current and potential employees to include outside contractors using the Livescan Fingerprint System.

· Ensures that security information is kept confidential in accordance with department policy, the Computer Security Act of 1997, and the Privacy Act of 1974.

Police Officer

US Department of Veterans Affairs
Hampton, Virginia
10.1999 - 09.2020
  • Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
  • Communicated with victims, suspects and witnesses to gather and provide information regarding criminal events.
  • Patrolled assigned areas both on foot and in motor vehicles, maintaining awareness and providing valuable community surveillance.
  • Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
  • Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects to conduct thorough criminal investigations.
  • Directed traffic at high-volume special events for public safety and order.
  • Prepared investigative reports and sketches to support criminal research.
  • Subdued resisting subjects with defensive tactics and approved nonlethal weapons.

Military Police Officer

US Army (Active and Reserve)
Fort Eustis, Virginia
09.1981 - 10.2002
  • Enforced military laws and regulations.
  • Accountable for management, supervision, training, and direct command and control of forty-eight soldiers and military police equipment (vehicles, weapons, tactical and field equipment).
  • Conducted training in military police operations and tactics.
  • Diffused hostile situations with effective negotiation techniques.
  • Facilitated conflict-resolution by implementing protocols and investigating issues through resolution.
  • Traveled to foreign territories to set up and defend military camps.
  • Supervised maintenance of tactical plans and equipment while monitoring personnel, improving overall preparedness for emergencies.

Jail Officer

Western Tidewater Regional Jail
Suffolk, Virginia
04.1996 - 10.1999
  • Conducted booking procedures on new inmates by performing fingerprinting and medical assessments.
  • Searched prisoner cells and belongings for contraband and weapons.
  • Patrolled and visually inspected units, yards, buildings and prisoner property and clothing to ensure welfare, security and safety.
  • Monitored behavior of up to 100 inmates per block to prevent escape attempts, crime and other dangerous activities.
  • Escorted prisoners to and from court, jail and other jurisdictions or rehabilitation institutions.
  • Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of jail facility.

Education

Master of Science - Criminal Justice

South University
Virginia Beach, VA
12.2020

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration

Strayer University
Chesapeake, VA
03.2016

Associate of Science - Criminology And Forensic Science

ITT Technical Institute
Norfolk, VA
12.2013

Firearms Instructor Certification - Firearms And Tactical Instruction

Dept. of Veterans Affairs Firearms Instructor Sch.
Little Rock, AR
11.2010

Basic Law Enforcement Diploma - Law Enforcement

US Dep. of Veterans Affairs Basic Police Aca.
Little Rock, AR
01.2000

Jail Officer Certification - Jail And Courtroom Operations And Procedures

Portsmouth Sheriff Academy
Portsmouth, VA
05.1996

Equal Opportunity Leadership Certification - Equal Opportunity Leadership Training

US Army Equal Opportunity Leadership Course
Fort Eustis, VA
06.1992

Leadership Deveopment Certification - Leadership Development

US Army Primary Leadership Development Course
Fort Knox, KY
05.1989

Instructor Diploma - Instructor Training

US Army Train The Trainer School
Fort Eustis, VA
03.1988

Military Police Diploma - Military Law Enforcement

US Army Military Police School
Fort McClellean, Alabama
12.1981

Skills

  • Protecting People and Property
  • Service Oriented
  • Suspect Pursuance and Arrest
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Public Safety
  • Crime Scene Photographs
  • Report Writing
  • Critical Thinking
  • Foot Patrolling
  • Court Testimony
  • Accident Scene Documentation
  • Maintaining Order
  • Criminal Investigations
  • Emergency Response
  • Problem-Solving
  • Evidence Collection
  • Defensive Tactics
  • Suspect Interviewing
  • Crime Scene Management
  • Safe Weapons Usage
  • Conflict Resolution Techniques
  • Hazard Analysis and Risk Control
  • Evidence Preservation
  • Public Service
  • Crime Scene Processing
  • Team Building and Development
  • Property Patrol
  • Officer Training
  • Motor Vehicle Operation
  • Community-Oriented Policing
  • Decision Making
  • Police Patrol Operations
  • Prisoner Transport
  • Public Relations
  • Search and Seizure Laws
  • Safety and Risk Assessments
  • Local, State and Federal Regulations
  • Directing Traffic
  • Law Enforcement Information Databases

References

  • Chris W. Goffigan (lifelong friend)- (571) 332-4332. Email: cgoffigan@outlook.com
  • Dr. Ossie Purvis (former instructor from South University)- (757) 434-4706. Email: opurvis@southuniversity.edu and ossiepurvis@yahoo.com.
  • Chrisanta Maddrey (former supervisor)- (757) 472-9874. Email: chrisanta.maddrey@va.gov.
  • Survalvin Herron (former supervisor)- (757) 639-3977. Email: Surherron@gmail.com or Surherron@hotmail.com.

Timeline

Social Science Assistant

US Department of Veterans Affairs
01.2022 - 07.2023

Personnel Security Assistant

US Department of Veterans Affairs
09.2020 - 01.2022

Police Officer

US Department of Veterans Affairs
10.1999 - 09.2020

Jail Officer

Western Tidewater Regional Jail
04.1996 - 10.1999

Military Police Officer

US Army (Active and Reserve)
09.1981 - 10.2002

Master of Science - Criminal Justice

South University

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration

Strayer University

Associate of Science - Criminology And Forensic Science

ITT Technical Institute

Firearms Instructor Certification - Firearms And Tactical Instruction

Dept. of Veterans Affairs Firearms Instructor Sch.

Basic Law Enforcement Diploma - Law Enforcement

US Dep. of Veterans Affairs Basic Police Aca.

Jail Officer Certification - Jail And Courtroom Operations And Procedures

Portsmouth Sheriff Academy

Equal Opportunity Leadership Certification - Equal Opportunity Leadership Training

US Army Equal Opportunity Leadership Course

Leadership Deveopment Certification - Leadership Development

US Army Primary Leadership Development Course

Instructor Diploma - Instructor Training

US Army Train The Trainer School

Military Police Diploma - Military Law Enforcement

US Army Military Police School
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