Janet Cortez
Chicago,IL
Summary
Driven, disciplined with a team- oriented mentality worker. Offering knowledge in policing ready to learn and grow in the profession. With experience in leadership and strategizing.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Chicago Police Department
Chicago, IL
02.2022 - Current
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
- Investigated suspicious persons or activities to determine if criminal activity was present.
- Monitored radio transmissions from dispatch regarding reported crimes or emergencies.
- Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.
Military Soldier
National Guard
North Riverside, IL
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Took account of safety and accountability of 11 personnel assigned.
- Reported daily suspicious activities in which it may cause harm to other personnel and property.
- Transported essential and sensitive items to needed locations.
- Conducted physical training and ensured all Soldiers achieved required fitness levels.
- Provided instruction on weapons systems, tactics, and techniques to junior enlisted personnel.
- Maintained accountability of assigned equipment and supplies to ensure readiness for operations.
- Developed operational plans for various missions in accordance with established regulations.
- Supervised the maintenance of vehicles and other military equipment according to standards.
- Worked in small groups to accomplish complex goals within tight deadlines and standards.
- Conducted classes to teach fellow soldiers in platoon about safety and awareness topics.
Cashier
Home Depot
Cicero, IL
10.2019 - 02.2022
- Operated cash register, collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Resolved issues with cash registers, card scanners and printers.
- Trained new employees in cashiering procedures, offering assistance in any help needed.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
Receptionist
Commit Fitness
Woodstock, IL
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Greeted visitors, assessed needs and directed to appropriate personnel.
- Managed booking room rentals, apartment rentals mail, registering new members to the gym, incoming calls and cleaning gym equipment.
- Maintained all financial records to verify timely clearance of all credit and debit activities.
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
- Processed payments and updated accounts to reflect balance changes.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Morton College
Cicero, ILSkills
- Staff mentoring
- Security monitoring
- Issue resolution
- Loss prevention
- Critical thinking
- Training & Development
- Leadership
- Communication
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Time management
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Police Officer
Chicago Police Department
02.2022 - Current
Cashier
Home Depot
10.2019 - 02.2022
Receptionist
Commit Fitness
08.2018 - 06.2019
Military Soldier
National Guard
01.2018 - 01.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Morton College
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