Jonathan Ortega
Rancho Cucamonga,CA
Summary
Dedicated Law Enforcement Officer bringing 6 years of excellent performance in law enforcement roles. Passionate about public safety with strong knowledge of local laws and regulations. Proven history of fostering public safety and awareness through consistent patrol efforts and security details for community events.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Upland Police Department
Upland
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Organized crime scene investigation, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- 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.
- Maintained order during civil disturbances or protests.
- Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
- Investigated suspicious persons or activities to determine if criminal activity was present.
- Monitored radio transmissions from dispatch regarding reported crimes or emergencies.
- Observed court proceedings related to cases involving police work.
- Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.
- Utilized various technologies including computers, cameras, radar guns., to complete job duties.
- Ensured compliance with local laws by performing periodic safety inspections of businesses.
- Attended training sessions to maintain proficiency in law enforcement techniques.
- Provided testimony in court when necessary concerning investigations conducted.
- Counseled victims of domestic violence regarding available resources and legal options.
- Performed searches for missing persons using a variety of investigative methods.
- Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
- Communicated with victims, suspects and witnesses to gather and provide information regarding criminal events.
- Patrolled assigned areas both on foot and in motor vehicles, maintaining awareness and providing valuable community surveillance.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
- Executed law enforcement patrol functions in assigned locations for extended periods of time.
- Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects to conduct thorough criminal investigations.
- Interviewed witnesses and victims to determine critical details relevant to each case.
- Documented observations and actions by radioing information and completing reports.
- Subdued resisting subjects with defensive tactics and approved nonlethal weapons.
- Operated mobile data terminals from patrol vehicles to obtain criminal records on-scene.
- Performed CPR and other rescue techniques on individuals in medical emergencies.
- Pursued fleeing suspects on foot and in varying terrain.
- Served criminal warrants and subpoenas to suspects in public and private locations.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
- Patrolled designated to identify criminal activities, issue citations, prevent incidents and serve warrants.
Deputy Sheriff
Los Angeles County Sherrifs
Los Angeles, CA
02.2018 - 07.2023
- Assisted in the organization and implementation of community outreach programs to raise awareness about public safety.
- 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.
- Adhered to departmental policies and procedures while performing job duties.
- Interviewed witnesses and victims of crimes to obtain additional information regarding incidents under investigation.
- Performed administrative tasks such as completing paperwork, filing documents.
- Monitored inmates at correctional facilities ensuring compliance with all rules and regulations.
- Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings and varied incidents.
- Completed debriefings for arrested subjects to obtain information pertinent to investigations.
- Identified and notified next of kin of deaths, offering counseling and support.
- Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
- Patrolled designated to identify criminal activities, issue citations, prevent incidents and serve warrants.
- Eliminated process discrepancies and accurately investigated felony-level property and violent crimes while preparing, submitting and aiding district attorney prosecution cases.
- Strengthened operational efficiencies and traceability by developing organizational deployment material filing systems for confidential employee records and reports.
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
Long Beach, CA
02.2016 - 02.2018
- 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.
- Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required.
- Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
- Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
Ride Operator
Knotts
Buena Park, CA
09.2016 - 01.2018
- Ensured safety of guests by enforcing ride and park policies.
- Assisted with loading, unloading, and securing passengers on rides.
- Maintained cleanliness of rides and surrounding area.
- Provided customer service to guests in a friendly manner.
- Performed daily inspections of rides according to company guidelines.
- Monitored guest behaviour while riding attractions.
- Reported any mechanical or operational issues to maintenance staff promptly.
- Verified rider height requirements for each attraction prior to boarding.
- Greeted customers upon arrival at the entrance gates.
- Communicated effectively with other departments regarding performance issues.
- Provided assistance to guests who required special attention due to disabilities or mobility challenges.
- Checked seatbelts of riders to maximize safety and manage risk.
- Pulled down safety bars and secured riders according to specified attraction details.
- Served guests with enthusiastic, helpful demeanor to promote positive, memorable experiences.
Education
High School Diploma -
Downey High School
Downey, CA06-2014
Skills
- Evidence identification
- Court Proceedings
- Subpoena delivery
- Courthouse safety
- Public Safety
- Public disturbance resolution
- Witness interviews
- Crime investigation discovery
- Background Investigations
- Interview techniques
- Crime Prevention
- Prisoner Transport
- Emergency Management
- Search and rescue operations
- Firearms proficiency
- Arrest procedures
- Accident investigation
- Criminal Law
- Incident Response
- Evidence collection
- Community policing
- Law Enforcement
- De-Escalation Techniques
- First-aid and CPR
- Surveillance
- Staff Management
- Witness interviewing
- Defensive Tactics
- Relationship building and management
- Criminal Investigations
Timeline
Police Officer
Upland Police Department
07.2023 - 02.2024
Deputy Sheriff
Los Angeles County Sherrifs
02.2018 - 07.2023
Ride Operator
Knotts
09.2016 - 01.2018
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
02.2016 - 02.2018
High School Diploma -
Downey High School