John Florkowski
Shrub Oak
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience as a Park Ranger at Westchester County Police Department. Proven track record in enhancing public safety through effective law enforcement and emergency response. Skilled in GPS navigation and fostering positive visitor interactions, ensuring compliance with regulations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Westchester County Park Ranger
Westchester County Police Department
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Monitored park areas to ensure visitor safety and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with law enforcement to enforce park rules and regulations.
- Responded to emergency situations, providing first aid as needed.
- Documented incident reports and maintained accurate records of activities.
- Reduced safety incidents within the park by conducting regular patrols and enforcing park rules and regulations consistently.
- Performed search and rescue operations as needed, ensuring prompt resolution of missing persons cases or injured visitors situations.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies in investigating illegal activities such as poaching or vandalism within the park boundaries.
- Managed emergency situations effectively with timely response and coordination with other first responders.
- Interacted pleasantly with visitors and promoted park rules, regulations and safety measures to educate and inform.
- Provided information and guidance for park visitors, answered questions and inquiries and suggested trails for hiking.
- Patrolled all areas by foot and vehicle to assess park conditions and notified maintenance department regarding trash and debris.
- Enforced laws and regulations within parks for campgrounds, trails, nature preserves and roadways.
- Administered first aid to visitors suffering from falls and minor injuries and contacted paramedics for hospital transport in serious cases.
Cashier
Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale system.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided exceptional service.
- Maintained accurate cash drawer balances throughout shifts.
- Handled returns and exchanges in accordance with store policies.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline checkout procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked shelves as needed.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of checkout area for optimal customer experience.
- Trained new staff on register operations and customer service protocols.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Education
Criminal Justice / Forensic Science Minor
SUNY Oswego
Oswego, NY05-2027
High School Diploma -
Yorktown High School
Yorktown Heights, NY06-2023
Skills
- Law enforcement
- Outdoor recreation
- Public safety
- GPS navigation
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Westchester County Park Ranger
Westchester County Police Department
05.2025 - 08.2025
Cashier
Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace
10.2021 - 09.2022
Criminal Justice / Forensic Science Minor
SUNY Oswego
High School Diploma -
Yorktown High School