John A. Tyo
Merrimack
Summary
Offering solid foundation in public safety and community engagement, with strong drive to learn and grow. Brings understanding of security fundamentals and ability to quickly adapt to dynamic situations. Ready to use and develop problem-solving and communication skills in the Security Specialist role.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Police Officer
Nashua Police Department
04.2021 - Current
- Provide high quality law enforcement for the city of Nashua
- Perform traffic enforcement and law enforcement patrol functions
- Assess various types of situations to determine probable cause for search and arrest
- Interact with members of the community to resolve disputes while ensuring the safety of the public
- I have been named to several units within the department to include the Crime Scene Unit, Field Training Officer Unit, and Drug Recognition Expert Unit
- I was named a Field Training Officer in2022 and have trained several new officers since
- I was also selected to become a Drug Recognition Expert / Standardized Field Sobriety Test Instructor in 2022
- This role is an internationally recognized certification through the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP)
- I have demonstrated an ability to maintain composure in various situations such as motor vehicle accidents, domestic disputes, crime scenes, potential suicidal events, overdoses, etc
- Proven ability to work well in a team-oriented environment
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the chain of command within the agency.
Certified Police Officer/Trooper
New Hampshire State Police
03.2018 - 04.2021
- Provided high quality law enforcement throughout the state of New Hampshire with my efforts focused in Hillsborough County and portions of Rockingham County
- In this position, I performed various types of enforcement as well as patrol functions
- During my time at the New Hampshire State Police, I was certified as a Drug Recognition Expert in June2019 and provided my services to fellow troopers as well as other municipal agencies throughout the state
- An ability to work independently, manage time, complete necessary tasks in a timely manner, and perform duties without direct supervision are just a few of the skills I obtained
- I was involved in a wide range of investigations ranging from fatal motor vehicle crashes to drug investigations to forgery.
Certified Police Officer
Nashua Police Department
08.2016 - 03.2018
- Provide high quality law enforcement for the city of Nashua
- Perform traffic enforcement and law enforcement patrol functions
- Assess various types of situations to determine probable cause for search and arrest
- Interact with members of the community to resolve disputes while ensuring the safety of the public
- De-escalate potentially harmful situations using effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to maintain composure in various situations such as motor vehicle accidents, domestic disputes, crime scenes, potential suicidal events, overdoses, etc
- Complete daily tasks such as responding to calls, making effective motor vehicle stops, follow-ups on previous investigations, completing reports in a timely manner, and gathering information to write effective investigative reports.
Personal Trainer
Fitness500 Club
03.2015 - 08.2016
- Provide personal training to clients throughout the day emphasizing proper form and technique of individual exercises
- Provide insight into proper nutrition and supplementation for clients
- Interpersonal and communication skills used when interacting with clients of all ages and experience levels
- Ability to motivate clients to achieve their potential
- Ability to take critical feedback from my supervisor and used such direction to better my training technique, Responsible for setting my own schedule and keeping track of training hours.
Lacrosse Coach
Cape Cod Lacrosse
06.2015 - 11.2015
- Responsible for day-to-day activities associated with lacrosse including developing and planning practices, supervising and training athletes during pre and intra-season development programs, maintaining accountability, identifying and providing one-on-one coaching of athletes in need of additional instruction, exhibiting role modeling behaviors in the interest of player conduct on and off the field
- Promoting teamwork and role development
- Mentor and develop players both physically and mentally
- Identify the strengths and weaknesses of players to create a cohesive team
- Encourage player self-development while teaching proper technique and safety.
Assistant Head Coach, High School Lacrosse
Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High School
03.2014 - 06.2015
- Responsible for day-to-day activities associated with lacrosse including developing and planning practices, supervising and training athletes during pre and intra-season development programs, maintaining accountability, identifying and providing one on one coaching of athletes in need of additional instruction, exhibiting role modeling behaviors in the interest of player conduct on and off the field
- Promoting teamwork and role development
- Mentor and develop players both physically and mentally
- Identify the strengths and weaknesses of players to create a cohesive team
- Encourage player self-development while teaching proper technique and safety
- Maintain discipline and compliance with all regulations, team rules, procedures and policies as established by the Head Coach and myself
- Interpersonal communication with players, parents, teachers, and the Athletic Director of the high school
- Ensure players, equipment, and facilities are well prepared and organized.
Lumberyard Lead
Stonewood Products
05.2014 - 03.2015
- Work closely with senior leadership team on the day-to-day management of the lumberyard, including sales assistance, customer service, product merchandising and display design, and maintaining the integrity of the lumberyard
- This position is a high paced, stressful environment requiring leadership, multitasking, and interpersonal skills when interacting with customers and co-workers
- Act as professional consultant to the customers
- Delegate daily work assignments to the yard team
- Operate forklifts to bring in products, as well as moving completed orders to shipping warehouse
- Reconcile delivery invoices with shipping department.
Security Professional / Shift Leader
586 Bar & Bistro
06.2011 - 09.2014
- Maintain a safe and secure environment for customers and employees by enforcing security policies and procedures, including the rules and regulations of the Commonwealth and the company
- Identify and de-escalate potential problems in a challenging nightclub environment and supervise the work of other security professionals to mitigate potential issues
- Interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills used when interacting with the public
- The ability to maintain composure when dealing with escalating behaviors of intoxicated patrons and protect both the problematic patron and the innocent from physical harm.
Personal Trainer
Impact Performance Training Systems
05.2012 - 12.2012
- Provide personal training to clients throughout the day emphasizing proper form and technique of individual exercises
- Provide insight on proper nutrition and supplementation for clients
- Interpersonal and communication skills used when interacting with clients of all ages and experience levels
- Ability to motivate clients to achieve their potential
- Ability to take critical feedback from my supervisor and used such direction to better my training technique
- I was also the strength coach for the Cape Cod Hurricanes youth hockey program during the fall and winter of2012-2013.
Laborer and Carpenter’s Apprentice
Home Proz.
06.2007 - 12.2012
- Owner's assistant on home renovation projects
- Performed general construction tasks on job sites
- Directly responsible for miscellaneous purchases and orders, customer service, client coordination, and scheduling.
Security Professional
FBS Security
05.2010 - 12.2010
- Identify and de-escalate potential problems in challenging environments, including high traffic venues and at concerts
- Supervise the work of other security professionals to mitigate potential issues
- Interact with public and enforce rules and regulations of the Commonwealth and the company
- Ability to remain calm when faced with adversity and problems
- De-escalation, interpersonal skills, and conflict management used when interacting with the public
- Maintain order while enforcing strict regulations of the business.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
05.2012
- Criminal Justice Coursework GPA:3.6, Overall GPA3.16.
- Plymouth State University prepares students for a career in law enforcement and other related fields by giving them a well-rounded education and developing the communication, research, scientific, and technical skills necessary to succeed.
- Criminal Justice Coursework Includes:
- Homeland Security - An examination of counter terrorism and homeland security efforts critical to the mission of criminal justice agencies in the post9-11 world.
- Criminal Adjudication - An understanding of criminal law and the processes through which it is applied.
- The Individual and the Law - Introduction to the structure and organization of the formal legal system in the United States
- Juvenile Delinquency - An examination of theories explaining juvenile delinquency
- Research Methods in Criminal Justice - An examination of methodological approaches and data analysis strategies.
- The Law Enforcement Environment - A view of the management of law enforcement.
- Criminology - A scientific study of crime and its control, including rates and theories of crime and delinquency, courts, prison and parole.
- White Collar Crime - An examination of definitions of white-collar crime, of the impact such crime has on society and of societal responses to white-collar crime.
- Corrections - A comprehensive overview of the field of corrections, with special emphasis on community-based corrections as alternatives to institutionalization.
- Criminal Justice Seminar - A capstone experience in seminar format that focuses on the major contemporary issues that currently impact the criminal justice field locally, nationally and internationally.
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Sound decision making
- Attentive and observant
- Team player
- Reliable and responsible
- Problem solving
- Professional demeanor
- Adaptable and flexible
- Federal and state regulation compliance
- Criminal investigations
- De-escalation techniques
- Active listening
Profile
I am currently a Police Officer with the Nashua Police Department. I am a graduate of the171st New Hampshire Police Academy. I have been employed with the Nashua Police Department since April2021. I was previously a Trooper with New Hampshire State Police from March2018 to April2021 and was previously a Police Officer with the Nashua Police Department from August2016 to March2018. I am a college graduate with a BA in Criminal Justice from Plymouth State University. I graduated with a3.6 GPA in Criminal Justice coursework (3.16 overall). My peers have recognized me for my leadership qualities, which include being elected as the Vice President of the National Criminal Justice Honor Society and named a Team Captain for the men’s lacrosse team while at Plymouth State University.
Leadership Experience
- National Criminal Justice Honor Society Member
- Elected as Vice President of the Plymouth State Eta Zeta Chapter of Alpha Phi Sigma. Alpha Phi Sigma is a certified member of the Association of College Honor Societies and is affiliated with the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences. This society recognizes the academic excellence of undergraduate and graduate students in criminal justice.
- Worked closely with chapter president to plan and run meetings.
- Organized a fundraiser for scholarships by working with university faculty and local business sponsors.
- Plymouth State Men’s Lacrosse Team:2008-2012
- Elected by teammates as Captain2012
- Starting Goalie
Timeline
Certified Police Officer - Nashua Police Department
04.2021 - Current
Certified Police Officer/Trooper - New Hampshire State Police
03.2018 - 04.2021
Certified Police Officer - Nashua Police Department
08.2016 - 03.2018
Lacrosse Coach - Cape Cod Lacrosse
06.2015 - 11.2015
Personal Trainer - Fitness500 Club
03.2015 - 08.2016
Lumberyard Lead - Stonewood Products
05.2014 - 03.2015
Assistant Head Coach, High School Lacrosse - Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High School
03.2014 - 06.2015
Personal Trainer - Impact Performance Training Systems
05.2012 - 12.2012
Security Professional / Shift Leader - 586 Bar & Bistro
06.2011 - 09.2014
Security Professional - FBS Security
05.2010 - 12.2010
Laborer and Carpenter’s Apprentice - Home Proz.
06.2007 - 12.2012
Plymouth State University - Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice
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