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JACOB POUNDS

Connellsville,PA

Summary

Skilled professional, hardworking, attentive and motivated police officer looking to showcase my communication and problem-solving skills to the benefit of the community.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Police Officer

Southwest Regional Police Department
10.2023 - Current
  • Serviced 2000 residents over 2 counties and 16 miles of coverage.
  • Patrolled assigned jurisdiction to deter illegal activities; protected and preserved the safety and security of individuals, buildings and neighborhoods
  • Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.

Sergeant

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, UPMC Mercy
03.2021 - Current
  • Patrolled campus premises to prevent entry of unauthorized persons to maintain security, regulate traffic, control crowds, prevent crime, or arrest violators.
  • Prepared case reports, citations and summons necessary to charge individuals with violations of ordinances, statutes, and laws including petty, misdemeanor, and felonious offenses.
  • Updated and managed the FTO program and the training of new officers, providing information regarding policy and procedure, equipment training and general tasks.
  • Defused and resolved conflicts between hospital patients, guests and clinical staff members.

Police Officer

Mount Pleasant Police Department
02.2021 - 12.2021
  • Serviced over 4,300 residents over 1.0 Sq mile of coverage
  • Patrolled assigned jurisdiction to deter illegal activities; protected and preserved the safety and security of individuals, buildings and neighborhoods.
  • Responded to emergency radio calls and investigated accidents, robberies, civil disturbances, domestic disputes and other misdemeanors and felonies.
  • Coordinated with outside law enforcement jurisdictions and agencies necessary for the continuing investigation of cases, suspects, and/or to gather criminal intelligence data.
  • Participated in community programs, reducing the gap between law- enforcement officers and local residents creating trust.

Security Guard

Delta 9
02.2019 - 12.2020
  • Provided a safe/secure environment for the company by enforcing security regulations and watching for unusual events in assigned areas.
  • Monitored 36 security cameras per shift, ensuring functionality and adhered to the company's security standards.
  • Participated in monthly security briefings and evaluated security performance with supervisor.

Security Officer

Palamerican Security
10.2018 - 04.2020
  • Completed routine patrols of the campus to protect and preserved the safety and security of individuals and property.
  • Coordinated with the Police and Fire Departments and responded to all emergency situations as needed or directed by policy.
  • Defused and resolved conflicts between hospital patients, guests and clinical staff members.

Personnelist

United States Air Force
04.2014 - 07.2017
  • Serviced 64,000 military members globally
  • Performed administrative duties including data entry, program management, and travel claims for military personnel.
  • Reassigned over 600 military personnel worth over $6 million in travel.
  • Security augmentee trained in protection of military aircraft.
  • Search and rescue team member
  • Air Force Honor guard member.

Education

Municipal Police Academy

Westmoreland County Community College
Youngwood, PA
01.2021

High School Diploma -

Connellsville Area Senior High School
Connellsville, PA
2013

Skills

  • Integrity
  • Good Judgement
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving
  • Multi-tasking
  • Strong communication and de-
  • Escalation
  • Weapons proficiency

Certification

  • PA Act 120
  • PA Act 235
  • Crisis Intervention Team (CIT)
  • HGN/SFST
  • CPR/First Aid
  • Municipal Police Training Officer (FTO)
  • Addiction and connection to treatment
  • IAHSS Certification


Timeline

Police Officer

Southwest Regional Police Department
10.2023 - Current

Sergeant

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, UPMC Mercy
03.2021 - Current

Police Officer

Mount Pleasant Police Department
02.2021 - 12.2021

Security Guard

Delta 9
02.2019 - 12.2020

Security Officer

Palamerican Security
10.2018 - 04.2020

Personnelist

United States Air Force
04.2014 - 07.2017

Municipal Police Academy

Westmoreland County Community College

High School Diploma -

Connellsville Area Senior High School
JACOB POUNDS