Gilberto Guerrero
Crestwood,IL
Summary
Accomplished security professional with a robust background in law enforcement and military operations, notably with the Cook County Sheriff's Department. Expert in crisis management and emergency response, demonstrating superior customer service and investigative abilities. Proven track record of enhancing safety protocols and leading teams to achieve mission success. Fluent in Spanish, showcasing exceptional communication skills and reliability.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
City Colleges Of Chicago
Chicago, IL
06.2014 - Current
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Interaction with school staff and students enrolled in classes.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
Deputy Sergeant
Cook County Sheriff's Department
Chicago, IL
08.1995 - 09.2024
- Conducted detailed investigations, gathering essential evidence to support legal proceedings.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Led successful warrant executions, balancing speed with safety precautions to achieve optimal results without compromising personnel or property security.
- Supervised sworn and civilian personnel, maintained court records and enforced court orders.
- Worked in the civil division as a Deputy Sheriff and as a supervising Sergeant. Field work in the City of Chicago and the Cook County suburbs also. I served Orders of protection, child return orders, eviction notices, subpoenas, divorce orders etc.
- Supervised the SWAP unit (Sheriff Work Alternative Program) court ordered offenders were taken out to clean various areas in Chicago and Cook County. Empty lots, alley ways, Churches, abandoned homes in low income areas, roadways and special events throughout Cook County.
- Court security supervisor, transporting high risk County County detainees to and from court. Remanding subjects into Sheriff's custody after being found guilty or during a plea deal, escorting jury's back and forth to their vehicle during trials.
Infantryman (11B)
United States Army
United States of America
02.1990 - 02.1994
- Deployed to combat zone (Desert Storm/Shield) worked in heightened security base during deployment.
- Proactively addressed potential issues by conducting thorough risk assessments before initiating any task or operation.
- Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chem gear for battle scenarios.
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Established strong communication channels within the team to ensure clear understanding of objectives and expectations.
- Contributed to overall mission success by consistently demonstrating adaptability, resilience, and problem-solving abilities under pressure.
Education
Criminal Justice Classes -
Triton College
River Grove, ILCriminal Justice Classes -
South Suburban College of Cook County
South Holland, ILEmergency Management Specialist - Criminal Justice
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, ILSkills
- Report Writing
- Incident Reporting
- Detail Oriented
- Superior customer service
- Surveillance
- CDL class B license / passenger endorsed
- Emergency Response
- Patrol operations
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Security Screenings
- Conflict de-escalation
- Body camera
- TASER training
- Threat Assessment
- Document Management
- Investigative abilities
- Staff Management
- Crime Prevention
- Crisis Management
- Emergency Management
- Personnel screening
- Investigation documentation
- Weapons training
- Report Generation
- Operations Management
- Arrest procedures
- Military experience
- Law enforcement background
- Crisis intervention training
- Checkpoint management
- Shift work experience
- Investigative skills
- First aid and CPR certified
- Verbal and written communication
- Reliability
- Punctuality
- Reporting skills
- Emergency awareness
- Self-Defense
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Legible report writing
- Spanish is spoken
Certification
Several FEMA certifications, Cook County Sheriff training institute certificates. State of Illinois corrections certification and firearms training.
Additional Information
I am self motivated and strive to accomplish all tasks given to me. I've worked with many different people and personalities throughout my career in the military and with Cook County government. Following instructions and directions is one of my strengths. I've worked several different shifts and rotating days off without any hesitation.
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Security Officer
City Colleges Of Chicago
06.2014 - Current
Deputy Sergeant
Cook County Sheriff's Department
08.1995 - 09.2024
Infantryman (11B)
United States Army
02.1990 - 02.1994
Criminal Justice Classes -
Triton College
Criminal Justice Classes -
South Suburban College of Cook County
Emergency Management Specialist - Criminal Justice
Moraine Valley Community College