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Gerald Portlock

Elm City,WA

Summary

Dynamic security professional with extensive experience at the Bureau of Reclamation, adept in access control and incident reporting. Proven ability to de-escalate tense situations and ensure safety through vigilant surveillance. Recognized for exceptional relationship building, enhancing team effectiveness and security operations.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Security Response Officer

Bureau of Reclamation
02.2020 - Current
  • Protected facility, critical infrastructure, employees and guests by regularly circulating premises in patrol vehicle and monitoring from fixed guard posts.
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.

Line Cook

Jakes Unlimited
12.2018 - 02.2020
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.

Military Police Officer

US Army
08.2004 - 08.2009
  • Manned base entry points to provide 24/7 force protection, reviewing identifications, searching vehicles, and verifying deliveries prior to entrance to secure areas.
  • Secured restricted areas and enforced limited access for civilians and military members in order to provide force protection and property security.
  • Documented and organized security information accurately and efficiently.
  • Patrolled base facilities and housing areas to deter crime, monitor activities, and provide force protection.
  • Deployment to Afghanistan as part a Personal Security Detail 2006-2007

Education

No Degree - General Studies

Glendale Community College
Phoenix

Skills

  • De-escalation techniques
  • Physical fitness
  • Surveillance techniques
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Incident reporting
  • Access control
  • Weapons safety
  • Traffic direction
  • Relationship building and management
  • Advanced lethal weapons training
  • Counter-terrorism tactics

Timeline

Security Response Officer

Bureau of Reclamation
02.2020 - Current

Line Cook

Jakes Unlimited
12.2018 - 02.2020

Military Police Officer

US Army
08.2004 - 08.2009

No Degree - General Studies

Glendale Community College
Gerald Portlock