Derek Plastow
Holland,MI
Summary
Experienced security professional with MCOLES and EMT certification seeking opportunity to move up into law enforcement. Robust background in university campus security, public engagement, team collaboration and protocols for best response time and critical situation management. Also demonstrated ability to manage and train other security personnel while maintaining high standards of safety and vigilance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security
GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2024 - Current
- Patrol / protect buildings and grounds on foot and vehicle
- Regulate after-hours building access
- Maintain radio contact with Grand Valley PD officers and dispatch
- Assist public with directions, jumpstarts, lockouts, escorts, etc.
- Provide crowd and traffic control during university events
- Report writing on various calls for service
Road Patrol Deputy
OTTAWA COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
West Olive, MI
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Patrol Ottawa County and protect citizens in Ottawa County by enforcing laws, responding to calls for service and providing a safe and secure environment for all in Ottawa County.
Cadet
GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
Allendale, MI
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Patrol / protect buildings and grounds on foot, bike, and vehicle
- Regulate after-hours building access
Parking Compliance Staff
GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
Allendale, MI
01.2019 - 01.2019
- Pedestrian traffic control at crosswalks throughout campus
- Parking enforcement – issue citations when appropriate
Education
Graduate - undefined
MACOMB COMMUNITY COLLEGE CRIMINAL JUSTICE TRAINING CENTER
Detroit, MI12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY
Allendale, MI01.2021
Recruit - undefined
GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY POLICE ACADEMY
Allendale, MI01.2021
Skills
- General security patrol / surveillance / property protection
- Crowd and traffic control during major university events
- Public engagement / support / behavior health crisis intervention
- Incident / report writing and issuing citations
- Excellent driving skills / experience with high speed vehicle operation
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certified
Certification
- MCOLES Certification #53590 - 2022 & 2025
- MCOLES Speed Measurement Operator
- SFST Practitioner
- National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) Certification #E3863138 - 2025
COMMUNITY SERVICE & VOLUNTEER WORK
- GRAND RAPIDS YOUTH COMMONWEALTH – STEIL, Grand Rapids, MI, 2020, 2021, In partnership with the Grand Rapids Police Department, Mission to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for children through positive community experiences, education, and recreation.
- CRIMINAL JUSTICE STUDENT'S ASSOCIATION (CJSA), Allendale, MI, 2018, 2019, Mission to increase opportunities, both educational and professional, for students interested in a career in a criminal justice or related professions.
- JOB SHADOWING, Numerous “ride-alongs” with Michigan State Police Troopers and Grand Valley State University Department of Public Safety Sergeant and Officers
Timeline
Security
GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
01.2024 - Current
Road Patrol Deputy
OTTAWA COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
01.2022 - 01.2023
Cadet
GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
01.2019 - 01.2021
Parking Compliance Staff
GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
01.2019 - 01.2019
Graduate - undefined
MACOMB COMMUNITY COLLEGE CRIMINAL JUSTICE TRAINING CENTER
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY
Recruit - undefined
GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY POLICE ACADEMY