Gerson Torres
Fort George G Meade,MD
Summary
Motivated Police Officer committed to serving and protecting citizens from crime and dangerous activities. Extensive conflict and crisis prevention training. Specializes in de-escalated situations to provide optimal outcomes for all involved individuals. Astute professional skilled at fostering public safety through timely response and resolution of public and domestic disturbances. Exceptional communicator with skill for alleviating tension in high-pressure situations.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
NSA Police Officer
National Security Agency, NSA
Fort George G Meade, MD
07.2023 - Current
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
- Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.
- Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Performed CPR and other rescue techniques on individuals in medical emergencies.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
Youth Program Coordinator
YMCA
Knightdale, NC
12.2020 - 12.2022
- Implemented and evaluated staff, volunteer or training programs.
- Managed evaluation processes that assess effectiveness of programming activities.
- Kept program on-track with well-coordinated activity schedules and parent communications.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance and participation in program activities.
- Developed individualized plans to help youth develop toward expected social, developmental and educational goals.
- Monitored participant behavior during activities to ensure safety was maintained at all times.
- Researched and analyzed community needs to determine program directions and goals.
Aquatics Manager
YMCA
Knightdale, NC
05.2019 - 05.2022
- Conducted regular inspections of pool facilities to identify any maintenance needs or safety concerns.
- Helped recruit, hire and train department employees.
- Documented aquatic staff disciplinary action and implemented corrective plans.
- Coordinated staff training in lifeguarding and water safety.
- Initiated creative ideas and kept recreation programs entertaining and refreshing.
- Supervised daily operations at the aquatic center including swim lessons, lap swimming, diving boards, and water slides.
- Developed and implemented safety policies for the pool area.
- Developed innovative strategies for increasing participation in aquatic programs.
Education
UPTP-2322 - Uniformed Police Training Program
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center
Glynco, GA11-2023
Master of Science - Criminology And Criminal Justice
Barton College
Wilson, NC05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Criminology And Criminal Justice
Barton College
Wilson, NC05-2021
Skills
- Incident reporting
- Evidence collection
- Criminal investigation
- Law enforcement
- Emergency response
- Community policing
- Program evaluation
- Investigative skills
- Staff management
- Tactical policing
- Crime prevention
- Risk mitigation
- Evidence collection and evaluation
- Conflict de-escalation
- Physical fitness
- De-escalation techniques
- Weapons safety
- Crisis intervention and deescalation
Affiliations
- Barton College baseball player
- Drummer
- Bible study leader
- Youth leader
- Religious affairs office representative
- Crisis Intervention Team
Accomplishments
- Summa Cum Laude for my Bachelor’s degree in Criminology and Criminal justice
- Cum Laude for my Master’s degree in Criminology and Criminal justice
- Sharpshooter Award from Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers
- NSAP award for catching a suspicious individual at the home of the Director of National Security
- NSAP award for de-escalating a suicidal subject
- NSAP award for quick response action
- NSAP award for crisis response
- NSAP lifesaving award
Certification
- Top Security Clearance & Full Scope Polygraph
- American Safety & Health Institute: Infant, Child, and Adult CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid Certification
- ARIDE certified
- Crisis Intervention Team
- Mental Health First Aid certified
- Critical Incident Stress management certified
- LIDAR certified
- Commissioned Minister
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
NSA Police Officer
National Security Agency, NSA
07.2023 - Current
Youth Program Coordinator
YMCA
12.2020 - 12.2022
Aquatics Manager
YMCA
05.2019 - 05.2022
UPTP-2322 - Uniformed Police Training Program
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center
Master of Science - Criminology And Criminal Justice
Barton College
Bachelor of Science - Criminology And Criminal Justice
Barton College