Jonathan Bell
Elmhurst,IL
Summary
Qualified Law Enforcement Officer per the Illinois Basic Standards for Peace Officers. Over 10 years of training and experience in high security detail, along with advanced mental health training.
Qualified Security Officer with experience maintaining safety for campus grounds and facilities. Talented at roving control and entrance control. Successfully remains calm in high-pressure situations and interactions with difficult individuals.
Detail-oriented Security Officer equipped with excellent memory and awareness of people, events and facilities. Skilled in responding to emergency situations and providing crisis intervention. Exercises sound judgment during crisis and emergency situations.
Seasoned Security Officer equipped with excellent communication skills consistently maintains detailed logs of important events. Skilled in problem-solving and conflict resolution with knowledge of law enforcement investigations. Trustworthy and committed to honest interactions with supervisors, employees and customers.
Vigilant Security Officer known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in surveillance, risk assessment, and emergency response coordination. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring swift decision-making and effective problem-solving in critical situations. Committed to maintaining safety and security with focus on integrity and professionalism.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
P4 Protective Security Services
Downers Grove, Illinois
09.2019 - Current
- Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Investigated all reported incidents of theft or vandalism on premises.
- Enforced access control measures in accordance with established procedures.
- Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required.
- Confirmed visitor identification prior to granting entry into the building.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of security policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities.
- Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
- Participated in training sessions to stay up-to-date on current security trends and best practices.
- Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
- Investigated any suspicious persons or vehicles on premises and contacted appropriate authorities if necessary.
- Prepared detailed reports regarding daily activities, unusual occurrences, maintenance issues.
- Assisted with crowd control during large events held at the facility.
- Monitored entrances and exits for unauthorized personnel or prohibited items being brought onto premises.
- Adhered to post orders while maintaining a visible presence around the property.
- Operated communication systems between officers stationed throughout the facility.
- Provided assistance to other departments as needed such as deliveries from vendors or contractors.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies, and regulations.
- Monitored premises and recorded activity in daily officer reports.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Documented security-related situations and submitted in-depth reports to superiors.
- Observed patrons and customers to quickly address security situations.
- Screened visitors and employees for weapons and contraband with hand wands and metal detectors.
- Enforced security regulations and escorted non-compliant individuals to private areas for processing.
- Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises.
- Inspected parking lot to verify parking permits and ticketed or towed unauthorized vehicles.
- Searched individuals and baggage for weapons and other prohibited items.
- Adhered to daily patrol schedules to support consistent security presence throughout property.
- Patrolled crowds during events to preserve order and promote security.
- Escorted individuals requiring personal protection to provide safe transport to specified locations.
- Deterred criminal activity, vandalism, and general misconduct by providing expert and highly visible security presence at facilities.
Deputy Sheriff
Cook County Sheriff Department
Chicago, Illinois
03.2014 - Current
- Assisted in the organization and implementation of community outreach programs to raise awareness about public safety.
- Trained new officers on proper patrol procedures and techniques.
- Provide safety and security for inmates, civilian staff, and fellow officers.
- Help with medical and mental health evaluations of inmates.
- Investigated criminal activity such as assaults, burglaries, robberies, thefts.
- Gathered evidence from crime scenes to assist with investigations.
- Prepared detailed written reports documenting incident information and investigative activities.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activity and enforce laws and regulations.
- Utilized law enforcement databases to identify suspects or verify information related to investigations.
- Adhered to departmental policies and procedures while performing job duties.
- Interacted with citizens in a professional manner during routine patrols or while responding to calls for service.
- Performed administrative tasks such as completing paperwork, filing documents.
- Participated in continuing education courses related to law enforcement practices.
- Monitored inmates at correctional facilities ensuring compliance with all rules and regulations.
- Ensured that equipment was properly maintained and operational before each shift.
- Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings and varied incidents.
- Responded to radio messages or telephone instructions to appear at scenes of disorder or crime.
- Prepared detailed documentation of felony-level property and violent crimes investigations.
- Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
- Monitored and investigated suspicions persons and situations and unusual activities.
- Recorded facts and prepared reports to document incidents and activities for later use in court cases and legal records.
- Rendered assistance to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries or medical crises.
- Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.
- Partnered with team members to implement service initiatives and achieve team objectives.
- Saved time through effective emergency issue resolution.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL05-2004
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MISkills
- Access Control
- Document Management
- Visitor tracking
- Identification verification
- Arrest procedures
- CCTV Monitoring
- Premises patrol
- Electronic surveillance
- CCTV Surveillance
- Staff Management
- Stationary surveillance
- Emergency Response
- Threat Management
- Personnel screening
- Crime Prevention
- Investigation documentation
- Metal detector operation
- Emergency Management
- Government security clearance
- Screening wands
- Surveillance expertise
- Weapons training
- Investigative skills
- Criminal Law
- Physical Fitness
- Security systems knowledge
- General security
- Criminal law knowledge
- Detail Oriented
- Theft prevention training
- Crime prevention methods
- Law enforcement background
- Dispatch
- Operations Management
- Report Generation
- Security Screenings
- Surveillance
- Alarm monitoring
- Shift work experience
- Report Writing
- Entrance control
- Interior and exterior patrol
- Criminal Investigations
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Conflict de-escalation
- Criminal records searches
- Relationship building and management
- Crisis Management
- First aid and CPR certified
- High level of integrity
- Threat Assessment
- Superior customer service
- Investigative abilities
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Crisis intervention training
Timeline
Security Officer
P4 Protective Security Services
09.2019 - Current
Deputy Sheriff
Cook County Sheriff Department
03.2014 - Current
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
William Rainey Harper College
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Northern Michigan University