Gavin Watland
Peoria,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
Peoria Police Department
01.2024 - Current
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Created documents to log social media accounts, known associates, and other relevant information of over 35 individuals involved in various criminal activity.
- Apprehended violent offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Conducted interviews and gathered details regarding numerous investigations.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity and responded proactively.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Assisted in various investigations related to violent offenders, firearms offenses, and narcotics offenses.
- Directly contributed to over 30 firearms arrests.
- Positively identified the social media accounts of over 100+ individuals as a result of open-source information collection.
- Written approximately 20 search warrants for cellular devices and social media accounts to further investigations.
Deputy Sheriff
Peoria County Sheriff's Office
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports, and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
Psychological Operations Specialist
US Army
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Maintained awareness of subordinates' personal problems and shortcomings, supporting personal and professional growth.
- Reloaded and resupplied weapons systems to maintain preparedness against enemy threats.
- Gave individual evaluations based on fitness and combat readiness.
- Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons.
- Worked weekends and long hours in deployed locations to complete taskings.
Police Officer
Normal Police Department
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Operated communication systems to gather, process and share information.
- Conducted physical training to keep fit and perform job duties productively.
- Followed protocols and procedures to perform tasks quickly and minimize mistakes.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
Combat Engineer
US Army Fort Bragg
06.2018 - 10.2021
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance and explosives.
- Located mines through both visual means and use of mine detectors, neutralizing all enemy threats and booby traps.
- Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment worth more than $40000.
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
- Conducted ground reconnaissance for roads, bridges and tunnels and reported findings to Chain of Command.
- Managed team of 4 personnel in mine-clearing operations, resulting in zero injuries.
- Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons.
- Repaired damaged runways, flight lines and airfield infrastructure under combat conditions to rapidly return to flight operations.
Restaurant Busser
Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center
04.2016 - 04.2018
- Bussed tables, cleared, cleaned and set tables quickly to facilitate table turns during high volume periods.
- Prepared tables for new guests by resetting condiments, adding silverware and wiping down all surfaces.
- Supported servers by responding to guest needs and retrieving items.
- Developed excellent relationships with managers and fellow team members to support team success and positive work environment.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates by answering customers' questions and resolving issues.
- Provided respectful and courteous bussing services while operating within active dining rooms.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ottawa Township High
Certificate of Technical Studies - Criminal Justice
Illinois Valley Community College
Oglesby, IL05-2023
Certificate of Technical Studies - Criminology
Illinois Valley Community College
Oglesby, IL05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security
American Military University
05-2026
Skills
- Effective resolution strategies
- Field reconnaissance
- Surveillance of assigned locations
- Risk evaluation
- Conflict resolution tactics
- Arrest techniques
- Integrity and honesty
- Human relations
Certification
- Criminal Interdiction Techniques
- Gang Combat Dynamics
- Street Gang Investigator Training
- Street Gang Intelligence Training
Timeline
Police Officer
Peoria Police Department
01.2024 - Current
Psychological Operations Specialist
US Army
10.2022 - 10.2023
Deputy Sheriff
Peoria County Sheriff's Office
08.2022 - 01.2024
Police Officer
Normal Police Department
04.2022 - 07.2022
Combat Engineer
US Army Fort Bragg
06.2018 - 10.2021
Restaurant Busser
Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center
04.2016 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Ottawa Township High
Certificate of Technical Studies - Criminal Justice
Illinois Valley Community College
Certificate of Technical Studies - Criminology
Illinois Valley Community College
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security
American Military University
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