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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Elijah Van Loon

Hudson,WI

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience as a Correctional Officer at the State of Minnesota, skilled in conflict resolution and emergency response. Proven ability to enhance safety through vigilant monitoring and effective de-escalation techniques, ensuring a secure environment while training new staff in best practices.

Experienced with maintaining security and control within correctional facilities. Utilizes conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques to manage inmate behavior effectively. Strong understanding of legal and ethical standards, ensuring compliance and safety.

Professional with strong background in maintaining safety and security within facilities. Skilled in crisis management, conflict resolution, and enforcing rules and regulations. Focused on collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for reliability and effective communication, with keen observational skills and strong sense of integrity.

Professional military candidate with track record of success in high-stakes environments. Skilled in tactical operations, strategic planning, and leadership. Strong focus on team collaboration and mission accomplishment. Reliable and adaptable, with expertise in weapons handling, physical fitness, and situational awareness.

Professional military specialist prepared for dynamic and challenging roles. Adept in tactical operations and strategic mission planning with focus on precision and discipline. Highly reliable team player, known for adapting to shifting priorities and achieving mission objectives. Expertise in leadership, communication, and problem-solving.

Experienced with advanced tactical operations and mission planning. Utilizes strategic thinking and situational awareness to execute high-stakes missions effectively. Strong understanding of team leadership and adaptability in dynamic environments.

Hardworking well-qualified combat professional maintaining equipment, completing patrols and briefing leadership. Knowledgeable about risk, safety gear and terrain assessments. Valid Type clearance.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Correctional Officer

State Of Minnesota
05.2022 - Current
  • Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
  • Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.

Expo

Muddy Cow
08.2019 - 04.2023
  • Communicated food orders to chefs to execute priorities and special requests.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly adjusting to changes in menu items or special requests from guests.
  • Adhered to strict hygiene standards, minimizing potential contamination risks for guests.

Infantryman

MN National Guard
03.2021 - 08.2022
  • Communicated effectively with superiors and subordinates alike, facilitating smooth execution of orders during high-stress situations.
  • Developed soldier skills by providing guidance on marksmanship, physical fitness, and tactical maneuvers.
  • Maintained strict discipline within the ranks enforcing adherence to military standards and regulations.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by conducting regular training sessions and tactical drills.
  • Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.

Framer

JL Schwieters Construction
09.2021 - 11.2021

Great team building job with a great crew. A lot of manual labor and taught me more than I could ever hope to know. Although I wasn't with them for long it was a great experience


  • Maintained a clean work environment by organizing materials and removing debris at the end of each day.
  • Accurately and safely installed wall, roof and floor structures according to blueprints, customer requests, and available inventories.
  • Enhanced overall project efficiency by accurately measuring and cutting materials for framing projects.
  • Cut and joined wood, using precise measurements and proper techniques to create frames of different sizes

Education

High School Diploma -

New Heights School
Stillwater, MN
06.2022

Skills

  • First aid training
  • Emergency response
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Policy enforcement
  • Restraint techniques
  • Safety and security enforcement
  • Self-defense tactics
  • Observation
  • Weapons training
  • Self-defense techniques
  • Security procedures
  • Stress tolerance
  • Team leadership
  • Teamwork and loyalty
  • Assessing risks
  • First aid proficiency
  • Briefing leadership
  • Training expertise

Certification

CPR and first Aid

Personal Trainer

Combative training

Timeline

Correctional Officer

State Of Minnesota
05.2022 - Current

Framer

JL Schwieters Construction
09.2021 - 11.2021

Infantryman

MN National Guard
03.2021 - 08.2022

Expo

Muddy Cow
08.2019 - 04.2023

High School Diploma -

New Heights School
Elijah Van Loon