John Rivers
Satellite Beach
Summary
Dynamic law enforcement professional with extensive experience at the US Air Force and Brevard County Sheriff's Office. Proven expertise in emergency response and crisis management, demonstrating exceptional communication and conflict resolution skills. Adept at fostering team collaboration and ensuring regulatory compliance in high-pressure situations, consistently enhancing public safety and community trust.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Air Force Reserves
US Air Force- Dept. Of Defense
03.2023 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Military Police Officer
Air Force Reserves
Melbourne
09.2019 - Current
- Military police in the Air Force Reserves.
- Developed plans for responding to terrorist incidents or other high-risk scenarios.
Police Officer
Satellite Beach Police Department
06.2022 - 04.2025
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
Correctional Officer
Brevard County Sheriff's Office
Melbourne
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
Police Officer
Brevard County Sheriff's Office
Melbourne
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
Groundskeeper
Langley Apartments
Lynchburg
02.2019 - 07.2019
- Assistant in apartment maintenance and in charge of grounds keeping
- Assisted in maintenance of apartments with any issues, and maintained overall cleanliness of the apartment complex grounds.
- Removed debris and trash from surrounding areas and disposed of recyclable materials properly.
Kitchen Staff Member
Chick-Fil-A
Lynchburg
07.2018 - 01.2019
- Worked in the kitchen as a cook
- Provided high quality food to customers and maintained the operation of the kitchen.
Kayak Guide
Crystal River Kayak Co.
Crystal River
01.2018 - 06.2018
- In charge of boat maintenance and kayak tours
- Repaired/sold countless boats and provided customers with an enjoyable experience by providing them with kayaks and giving tours.
Golf Caddy
Black Diamond Ranch Golf and Country Club
Inverness
09.2016 - 09.2017
- Caddied for golfers and provided maintenance for the golf course
- Provided players with an enjoyable and helpful experience on the golf course.
- Provided exceptional customer service to ensure a pleasant experience for all clients.
Lawn Care Business Owner
Self-employed Rivers lawn business
Crystal River
04.2015 - 10.2015
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive lawn care plan tailored to each customer's needs.
- Scheduled appointments with customers for lawn care services.
- Performed regular mowing, edging, trimming, aerating, overseeding and fertilizing services for residential and commercial customers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA08.2022
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
HOME LIFE ACADEMY-JACKSON TENNESSEE
Tennessee Ridge, TN01.2018
Skills
- Emergency response
- Crisis management
- Regulatory compliance
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
Certification
- Radar and laser
- Interviews and Interrogation
- Taser
- pursuit driving
- Certified Scuba Diver
Timeline
Air Force Reserves
US Air Force- Dept. Of Defense
03.2023 - Current
Police Officer
Satellite Beach Police Department
06.2022 - 04.2025
Correctional Officer
Brevard County Sheriff's Office
03.2022 - 06.2022
Police Officer
Brevard County Sheriff's Office
07.2021 - 06.2022
Military Police Officer
Air Force Reserves
09.2019 - Current
Groundskeeper
Langley Apartments
02.2019 - 07.2019
Kitchen Staff Member
Chick-Fil-A
07.2018 - 01.2019
Kayak Guide
Crystal River Kayak Co.
01.2018 - 06.2018
Golf Caddy
Black Diamond Ranch Golf and Country Club
09.2016 - 09.2017
Lawn Care Business Owner
Self-employed Rivers lawn business
04.2015 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Liberty University
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
HOME LIFE ACADEMY-JACKSON TENNESSEE
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