Derrick Crenshaw
San Dimas,CA
Summary
Skilled Law Enforcement Professional with over 13 years of Law Enforcement experience, . I am seeking the opportunity to utilize my training, skills and experience to seek further employment in the Law Enforcement field. Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Law Enforcement and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
City of Sierra Madre
07.2025 - Current
- Enforced laws and regulations, ensuring community safety and order.
- Conducted thorough investigations to gather evidence and solve cases.
- Collaborated with local organizations to foster community relations and trust.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided critical support during incidents.
- Mentored junior officers, promoting professional development and adherence to protocols.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
Executive Protection Agent & Residential Security
Torchstone Global
11.2021 - 11.2025
- Responsible for providing a comfortable and safe environment for high profile clients and their families. Accompany clients as they conduct their daily activities, to include meetings, filmings, dinners and parties. Observe and investigate potential risks, hazards and security breaches that may pose a threat to the client, family or staff at the residence.
- Conducted threat assessments to identify and mitigate risks during high-profile events.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement to enhance security measures at event venues.
- Coordinated logistics for secure transportation of clients, ensuring safety and efficiency.
Police Corporal/ Field Training Officer
Montebello Police Department
12.2012 - 04.2024
- 12 years with the Montebello Police Department which included, writing reports, conducting various investigations, participating in numerous high profile events, planning of events, and providing security and protection for dignitaries and events.
- Supervised patrol operations, ensuring compliance with laws and departmental policies.
- Testified in court proceedings to present evidence and ensure just outcomes for victims of crime.
- Served as acting supervisor when necessary, effectively managing officer assignments and overseeing daily operations.
- Community Relations- Promote good community relations within the City of Montebello and the County of Los Angeles.
- Leadership- Providing leadership and guidance to fellow officers and patrol teams.
- Laws- Enforcing city, state and federal laws while protecting life and property.
- Dignitary Protection- Personal protection, monitoring, threat assessment, and securing of various dignitaries.
- Undercover Experience- I have various experience in investigations, narcotics purchases, prostitution investigations and stolen property investigation.
Transportation Security Officer
Department of Homeland Security
06.2009 - 12.2012
- Responsible for providing security and protection of all travelers across all transportation sectors in a courteous and professional manner. Duties may also extend to securing high profile events, important figures and/or anything that includes or impacts our transportation systems. Familiar with operating screening equipment, performing searches of person and property, control of entry and exit points and retaining knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures.
- Conducted thorough security screenings of passengers and baggage to ensure safety compliance.
- Monitored surveillance systems to identify and address potential security threats promptly.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to maintain a secure transportation environment.
- Developed and delivered training sessions on emergency response protocols for team members.
Education
Basic POST Academy -
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
04-2014
Administration of Justice
Citrus College
01-2009
Administration of Justice
Mt. San Antonio College
01-2007
Diploma - undefined
Glendora High School
06-2006
Skills
- Proficiency in writing and reviewing arrest and incident reports
- Effective listening, verbal and written communications
- Problem solving capabilities in tense and rapid evolving situations
- Proficiency in firearms and tactics (AR-15, M4 SBR and 9mm and 45mm handguns)
- De-escalation techniques
- Community relations
- Crisis intervention and deescalation
- Physical fitness
- Undercover operations
- Defensive tactics training
- Crime prevention
Certification
- Current California Intermediate POST Certification
- Field Training Officer POST Certification
- Special Weapons and Tactics POST Certification (Golden West Police Academy and LASD Special Enforcement Bureau Academy)
- Chemical Agent Instructor through POST
- Arrest and Control Instructor through POST
- BSIS Guard/Firearm Card
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
- Self motivated with the ability to motivate others
- Ability to satisfy any job requirement; extremely flexible
- Ability to make difficult decisions in stressful situations
- Proven ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure
- Detail oriented in both work and safety
- Strong ability to support and lead operations
- Ability to be a team player while working with a wide cross section of people and cultural diversity
Timeline
Police Officer
City of Sierra Madre
07.2025 - Current
Executive Protection Agent & Residential Security
Torchstone Global
11.2021 - 11.2025
Police Corporal/ Field Training Officer
Montebello Police Department
12.2012 - 04.2024
Transportation Security Officer
Department of Homeland Security
06.2009 - 12.2012
Administration of Justice
Citrus College
Administration of Justice
Mt. San Antonio College
Diploma - undefined
Glendora High School
Basic POST Academy -
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department