JAMES R. GERACE
Glen Carbon,IL
Summary
Law enforcement professional with military leadership and emergency response experience. Background includes traffic enforcement, incident reporting, case file preparation, lawful arrests, and support during emergency calls. Calm decision-making, clear communication, and team leadership support safe outcomes in high-pressure settings.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Saint Louis County Police Department
Clayton, MO
12.2021 - Current
- Patrolled roadways and enforced traffic regulations while assisting with vehicle crash investigations across county roads.
- Documented incidents thoroughly to assist in investigations and assembled case files for investigator review.
- Apprehended suspects and carried out lawful arrests during criminal investigations.
- Handled emergency calls effectively to ensure public safety for service and provided support.
Work-Study
Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs
Edwardsville, IL
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Duties Filing, data input, scanning documents, faxing document, answering phones and greeting Veterans and Dependents.
- Provided information regarding financial aid opportunities including grants, scholarships, loans, work-study programs.
A Company 337th Military Intelligence Battalion
United States Army Reserves
03.2015 - 11.2019
- Keeps up to date with Geospatial analysis certifications and training in an effort to support the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) mission
- Attends frequent briefings in order to maintain knowledgeable awareness of events taking place in the mission areas of interest
- Supervises and conducts training exercises and classes to keep junior enlisted soldiers familiar with their battle tasks and drills
Business Development
Fleetmatics
Rolling Meadows, IL
04.2016 - 02.2017
- Contact potential clients and provide a detailed overview of Fleetmatics technology and GPS software services within sales territory
- Establish positive rapport with new and existing clients and address questions in a professional demeanor through both written and verbal communication styles
- Guide clients to other Fleetmatics departments based on specific client needs and to attain robust sale with sales executive team
- Generate interest in Fleetmatics services through systematically researching accounts and overall market competition
- Meet and exceed Fleetmatics monthly sales goals while establishing personal development goals
Emergency Medical Technician
Superior Ambulance Services
Elmhurst, IL
08.2014 - 03.2016
- Responsible for the care and safe transport of patients during emergency and non-emergency calls through out the Chicagoland region
- Administered and monitored vital signs on patients during tense circumstances while maintaining professionalism and positive attitude
- Communicated appropriate information effectively with patients, hospital/nursing home and patients family while respecting patients privacy at all times
Support Service, Seasonal Employment
All Chicagoland Moving & Storage
Elmhurst, IL
04.2013 - 08.2013
- Provided high quality packing and unpacking support to customers utilizing moving and storage services
- Ensured that all possessions arrive safely at their donation according to customers satisfaction and needs
- Address customer inquiries and change order specifications as needed
Intern
Key Mortgage Services
Schaumburg, IL
01.2013 - 03.2013
- Supported mortgage brokers in the collection and organization of data needed to provide quality service to clientele
- Communicated and took directives from mortgage brokers proficiently
- Conducted employment verifications in a timely and professional manner
82nd Airborne, Specialist, Infantry Team Leader
United States ARMY
08.2008 - 01.2013
- Served two full tours in Afghanistan; completed many combat and humanitarian missions as assigned
- Lead a team successfully during high stress and extreme conditions
- Maintained positive interaction and communicated effectively to unit and three direct reports
- Upheld respect, responsibilities and duties initiated by superior officers
- Earned various Honors and awards including: Army Good Conduct Medal, Afghan Campaign Medal + 2 service stars, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Overseas Service Medal, NATO Service Medal
- Awarded following Badges: Parachutists Badge, Combat Infantry Badge, Driver and Mechanical Operator Badge
Education
Financial Investigation
Saint Louis County Police Academy
Saint Louis, MO06-2026
Leadership in Patrol
Saint Louis County Police Academy
Saint Louis, MO05-2026
SWAT Level I
Saint Louis County Police Academy
Saint Louis, MO04-2026
ABC's Of Interviewing
Saint Louis County Police Academy
Saint Louis, MO02-2026
Field Trainer Course
Saint Louis County Police Academy
Saint Louis, MO08-2024
Saint Louis County Police Academy
Saint Louis, M012-2021
Bachelors - Geography, minor in GIS and Urban Studies
SIUE
01-2021
United States Army Basic Leadership Course
01-2018
United States Army Geospatial Analyst Course
01-2017
Certified - TIG Welder
ETI School of Skilled Trades
01-2016
Various General Business Courses
01-2015
Emergency Medical Technician License -
Triton College
01-2014
United States Military Vehicle License -
01-2010
United States Army Airborne School
Fort Benning, Georgia01-2008
United States Army Infantry School
Fort Benning, Georgia01-2008
High School Diploma -
York Community High School
01-2008
Skills
- Traffic enforcement
- Incident reporting
- Case file preparation
- Arrest procedures
- Crisis intervention
- Emergency response
- Crisis intervention
- Report writing
- Search and seizure warrants
Personal Information
Nationality: United States of America
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Earned various Honors and awards including: Army Good Conduct Medal, Afghan Campaign Medal + 2 service stars, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Overseas Service Medal, NATO Service Medal, Awarded following Badges: Parachutists Badge, Combat Infantry Badge, Driver and Mechanical Operator Badge
Custom
- Veterans' Preference: 10-point
- Federal Status: None
- Clearance: Top Secret SCI
Accomplishments
- MADD Award 2025
Timeline
Police Officer
Saint Louis County Police Department
12.2021 - Current
Work-Study
Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs
09.2019 - 05.2021
Business Development
Fleetmatics
04.2016 - 02.2017
A Company 337th Military Intelligence Battalion
United States Army Reserves
03.2015 - 11.2019
Emergency Medical Technician
Superior Ambulance Services
08.2014 - 03.2016
Support Service, Seasonal Employment
All Chicagoland Moving & Storage
04.2013 - 08.2013
Intern
Key Mortgage Services
01.2013 - 03.2013
82nd Airborne, Specialist, Infantry Team Leader
United States ARMY
08.2008 - 01.2013
Financial Investigation
Saint Louis County Police Academy
Leadership in Patrol
Saint Louis County Police Academy
SWAT Level I
Saint Louis County Police Academy
ABC's Of Interviewing
Saint Louis County Police Academy
Field Trainer Course
Saint Louis County Police Academy
Saint Louis County Police Academy
Bachelors - Geography, minor in GIS and Urban Studies
SIUE
United States Army Basic Leadership Course
United States Army Geospatial Analyst Course
Certified - TIG Welder
ETI School of Skilled Trades
Various General Business Courses
Emergency Medical Technician License -
Triton College
United States Military Vehicle License -
United States Army Airborne School
United States Army Infantry School
High School Diploma -
York Community High School