Colton Andrews
Cranesville
Summary
Recent Criminal Justice graduate with hands-on experience in security and juvenile probation. Skilled in conflict resolution, policy enforcement, and decision making. Proven ability to lead and ensure safety as a part-time paintball referee. Eager to apply academic knowledge and practical experience in the Intelligence or Criminal Justice fields.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Guard/Track Safety Officer
Presque Isle Downs and Casino
04.2024 - Current
- Verified guest identification to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements
- Safeguarded casino assets, including chip fills and sensitive documentation, during escorted transfers
- Maintained a secure and welcoming environment by ensuring the safety of guests and staff
- Performed routine patrols of the casino floor to monitor for potential security concerns and uphold operational standards
- Checked horse documentation for proper authentication and compliance with track regulations
- Patrolled horse barns to ensure only authorized personnel were present, maintaining a secure environment
- Utilized strong communication skills to report incidents and updates to shift leads effectively
- Resolved guest and operational issues promptly while maintaining professionalism and composure
Paintball Referee
Pentagon Paintball
05.2020 - Current
- Conducted training sessions for new referees on proper procedures for officiating games
- Maintained a safe playing environment for participants by enforcing rules and regulations of the game
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while managing teams to ensure fair play and sportsmanship
- Resolved conflicts among players in an efficient manner without compromising fairness or integrity
- Assisted with field set-up including inspections to identify hazards, netting, bunkers, flags and targets as needed
- Managed tournaments, ensuring that all participants were aware of the rules and objectives of each game
- Repaired both mechanical and electronic paintball markers
Juvenile Probation Intern
Erie County Juvenile Probation
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Oversaw administration of DNA indexing and drug and alcohol screenings for offenders
- Created and maintained parole hearing information to keep leadership up-to-date on offender status
- Maintained organized offender records and documentation in compliance with department and legal standards
- Collaborated with senior leadership during decision-making processes and created thorough offender reports for corrective action planning
- Evaluated people on probation to determine best course of rehabilitation
Crew Member
McDonalds
04.2019 - 04.2024
- Greeted customers in a friendly and professional manner, ensuring customer satisfaction
- Performed cashier duties such as placing orders into POS systems, accepting payments, issuing change, and counting money back to customers
- Coordinated with other crew members to complete assigned tasks quickly and effectively
- Cross-trained in multiple positions within the store as needed
- Prepared food items following established recipes and safety guidelines with speed and accuracy
- Performed cleaning duties such as sweeping, mopping, and washing dishes to keep equipment and facilities sanitary
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Criminal Justice
Gannon University
Erie, PA12.2024
Skills
- Preparing Intelligence Reports
- Conducting Briefings
- Customer Service
- Critical Thinking
- Safety Enforcement
- Situational Awareness
- Assertiveness
- De-escalation Techniques
- Public Speaking
- Excellent Communication
- Microsoft Office
Timeline
Juvenile Probation Intern
Erie County Juvenile Probation
05.2024 - 08.2024
Security Guard/Track Safety Officer
Presque Isle Downs and Casino
04.2024 - Current
Paintball Referee
Pentagon Paintball
05.2020 - Current
Crew Member
McDonalds
04.2019 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Criminal Justice
Gannon University
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