Ethan Gleason
McHenry,IL
Summary
Dedicated Criminal Justice major at Illinois State University (Senior) with a strong academic foundation and a passion for advancing public safety and justice. Seeking opportunities to apply knowledge and develop practical skills in areas such as law enforcement, community relations, and criminal investigation. Committed to making a meaningful impact in the field and advocating for those who cannot advocate for themselves.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Security / Bouncer
Sideouts Sports Tavern
Island Lake, IL
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Monitored entrance and exit for compliance with safety regulations.
- Assisted in maintaining order and security during events.
- Responded promptly to altercations, ensuring patron safety.
- Enforced venue policies to promote a safe environment.
- Conducted ID checks for age verification, preventing underage entry to the establishment.
- Patrolled exterior and interior of premises.
- Maintained safe environment, diffusing potential conflicts with effective communication and intervention techniques.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
Intern
McHenry Police Department
McHenry, IL
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Observed and learned law enforcement protocols, contributing to overall departmental efficiency.
- Shadowed experienced officers during patrols, gaining insights into operational procedures and decision-making processes.
- Participated in training sessions on high risk traffic stop procedures, enhancing readiness for various scenarios.
- Observed and shadowed detectives executing search and arrest warrants while gaining insight into their daily investigative operations.
- Observed the booking process and laboratory techniques used in criminal investigations.
- Gained exposure to dispatch operations and call-handling processes, including listening to active calls.
Summer Worker in Global Security Operations
Abbvie Inc.
North Chicago, IL
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
- Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
- played a key role in enhancing the organization’s safety and preparedness systems
- My responsibilities included gathering and compiling critical data
on building security assets, such as cameras, door access points, and emergency tools, to support operational readiness. - Developed a comprehensive digital map of the building
layout, integrating these assets to assist in emergency preparedness and response efforts.
Education
Criminal Justice
Illinois State University
Normal, Illinois, IL05-2026
High School Diploma -
McHenry West High School
McHenry, IL05-2022
Skills
- Crowd control
- Patience and tolerance
- Integrity and honesty
- Surveillance
- Reliable and responsible
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Situational awareness
- Conflict resolution and de escalation
- Communication (Verbal & Written)
Timeline
Security / Bouncer
Sideouts Sports Tavern
05.2025 - 08.2025
Intern
McHenry Police Department
05.2025 - 08.2025
Summer Worker in Global Security Operations
Abbvie Inc.
05.2024 - 08.2024
Criminal Justice
Illinois State University
High School Diploma -
McHenry West High School
Timeline
Security / Bouncer
Sideouts Sports Tavern
05.2025 - 08.2025
Intern
McHenry Police Department
05.2025 - 08.2025
Summer Worker in Global Security Operations
Abbvie Inc.
05.2024 - 08.2024
Criminal Justice
Illinois State University
High School Diploma -
McHenry West High School