Darren Vires
229 E. Blue Jay Rd. Louisville,KY
Summary
Police Officer with 20 years experience, successful at developing positive relationships with colleagues and citizens. Approaches each situation with alertness, compassion and concern. Continually followed procedures to maintain safety, documentation and meet legal requirements.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
City Of Hillview
01.2005 - Current
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Trained other officers in firearms.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Issued traffic citations for violations of traffic laws.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
Police Officer
Pioneer Village Police Department
02.2004 - 01.2005
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Issued traffic citations for violations of traffic laws.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
Unemployment Benefits
State Of Kentucky
11.2003 - 02.2004
Shipping and Receiving Associate
Linak US Inc.
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
- Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
- Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
- Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
- Reviewed order data to verify transactions and shipping dates.
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
Roll Forming Line Operator
Katayama American Co Inc.
09.1998 - 01.2001
- Followed job order for product specifications, dimensions, tolerances and sequence of operations.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
- Reduced accidents and injuries by observing safety policies and procedures.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed to correct machine malfunctions.
- Loaded and unloaded product on and off conveyor line.
- Calibrated and adjusted equipment to achieve quality production.
- Followed best manufacturing practices for operation of production equipment.
- Used tools such as calipers, micrometers and protractors in alignment with best practices.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
Pizza Maker, Delivery Driver, Shift Manager
Papa John's Pizza
08.1995 - 09.1998
- Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
- Handled cash register operations by applying coupons, giving customer totals, and processing cash and credit card payments.
- Followed food safety and sanitation guidelines to prevent foodborne illnesses and promote customer health and safety.
- Monitored and maintained clean working areas and cooking surfaces.
- Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
- Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
- Rolled and shaped dough to correct sizes and shapes based on orders to fit in oven and cook evenly.
- Learned and memorized menu items and specials to provide accurate and up-to-date information to kitchen staff.
- Monitored pizzas throughout cooking process to deliver correct doneness and prevent burning or undercooking.
- Used pizza cutter to slice pizzas according to size and customer specifications.
- Handled customer complaints professionally to prevent negative reviews or loss of business.
- Wiped down counters and food prep stations using bleach and clean cloths.
- Coached new workers on store policies, pizza making, and dough preparation.
- Tracked inventory of ingredients and supplies to keep kitchen well stocked and meet product and service demands.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
- Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
- Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
- Worked closely with team members to schedule breaks and shifts to meet state regulations.
- Delivered pizzas to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Consistently exhibited calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events to keep store operating smoothly and set positive example for shift team.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bullitt East High School
Mount Washington, KY05.1998
Skills
- Firearms Instructor
- Accident Reconstruction
- Glock Armorer
- ARIDE
- Police Training Officer
- Crisis Intervention
Timeline
Police Officer
City Of Hillview
01.2005 - Current
Police Officer
Pioneer Village Police Department
02.2004 - 01.2005
Unemployment Benefits
State Of Kentucky
11.2003 - 02.2004
Shipping and Receiving Associate
Linak US Inc.
01.2001 - 01.2003
Roll Forming Line Operator
Katayama American Co Inc.
09.1998 - 01.2001
Pizza Maker, Delivery Driver, Shift Manager
Papa John's Pizza
08.1995 - 09.1998
High School Diploma -
Bullitt East High School