I enjoy spending time with my family, riding motorcycles, the outdoors and reading
James A. RUFF
1060 Lord Road Fairview,PA
Summary
As an individual who has spent the majority of his life in a role of community service and protecting others I very much look forward to becoming a part of the Northwester School District team.
I am eager to contribute to the mission of safety for the district's employees, students and visitors and providing a safe learning environment.
Overview
1
1
Certification
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Self-employed
Sheepdog Tactics Protection Services
Erie, PA
11.2023 - Current
-President and Company Co-owner
-Pennsylvania Act 235 Certified Agent
-Pennsylvania Licensed Private Investigator
-Provide physical security and training to clients
-Private Investigative duties
-Scheduling and personnel duties
Independent Security Contractor
General McLane School District
Edinboro, PA
11.2023 - Current
-Elementary, Middle and High School substitute School Security Officer and event Security
-Perform physical security for district personnel, students and guests and property
-Control event access and perform weapons checks for persons attending events
Pennsylvania State Trooper
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Harrisburg, PA
11.1996 - 01.2023
Duties to include but not limited to investigations and enforcement pertaining to:
-PA Title 18 (Crimes Code)
-PA Title 75 (Vehicle Code)
-PA Act 64 (Controlled Substance Drug Device and Cosmetic Act)
-Motor Vehicle Crashes
-Civil Matters
-Juvenile-specific Offenses
Supervisory Duties to include but not limited to:
-The above investigatory duties
-Supervise Patrol Troopers and Criminal Investigation Unit Troopers
-Complete Subordinate Employee Performance Reviews
-Manage active crime scenes and investigative efforts
-Interact with members of the public relative to investigations, complaints, calls for service and positive personnel recognition
Education
Pennsylvania State Police Academy
Harrisburg, PA05-1997
High School Diploma -
Iroquois High School
Erie06-1990
Skills
As a candidate for this position I feel that I bring a skillset which will ensure success in contributing to the safety mission of Northwestern School District
I proudly served the citizenry and visitors of the Commonwealth as a Pennsylvania State Trooper for over 26 years In that time I received excellent training and invaluable experience I performed a diverse variety of investigations and duties and interacted with a diverse population
In addition, I have experience in the field of Security both within the private sector and also with school and event Security
I bring excellent communication, de-escalation and problem resolution skills to this position
I pride myself on complete and professional report completion, attention to detail and neat penmanship
I am able to complete task while working alone without supervision and also within a group
With experience as a member of an employee assistance program I also recognize the importance of confidentiality when applicable and mandatory reporting
Certification
-Pennsylvania Act 235 Certified Agent
-Pennsylvania Licensed Private Investigator
Interests
Timeline
Self-employed
Sheepdog Tactics Protection Services
11.2023 - Current
Independent Security Contractor
General McLane School District
11.2023 - Current
Pennsylvania State Trooper
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
11.1996 - 01.2023
Pennsylvania State Police Academy
High School Diploma -
Iroquois High School