Hi, I’m
KAITLIN MARIE ELGRIM
U.S. Park Ranger
Twentynine Palms,CA
Summary
Innovative Photographer talented at experimenting with new approaches, techniques, software and lenses. Thrive under pressure and successful with creativity-focused artistic challenges. Excellent eye for light and composition.
Overview
8
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Enforcement Park Ranger, The National Park Service, Yosemite National Park | Cabrillo National Monument
Law
06.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Managed different activities, such as interrogating suspects to obtain information, patrolling campgrounds and enforcing campground regulations, and steering backcountry patrols and road patrols
- Kept duty gear, such as taser (X26P), pepper spray, baton, handcuffs, and firearm Sig Sauer P320
- Ensured high-level park security by managing de-escalation and crowd control, when needed
- Trained other divisions on de-escalation during COVID-19 while working as a team player with other divisions, districts, and agencies
- Collected information from witnesses on a particular event, such as accident investigation, SAR, EMS, and other law enforcement incidents
- Performed proper search incident to arrest before transporting arrestees as well as followed proper arrest procedure outlined in Yosemite SOPS of known violators
- Maintained proper investigation and evidence log by collecting and documenting evidence at a crime scene or motor vehicle accident scene in a written format and submit into IMARS
- Gained proper knowledge of Yosemite National Park Medical Services Patient Treatment Guidelines and delivered immediate medical services to park visitors, when required
- Provided general information on the park conditions, resources, trail conditions, and potential hazards by engaging orally with park visitors
- Provided assistance with Search & Rescue missions, as primary emergency medical provider & incident command
- Played a key role in integrating California state laws, such as CA Penal Code, Vehicle Code, and CA game code
- Developed understanding of Yosemite NPS SOPs and the Superintendent's Compendium
- Implemented natural resource laws, educated the public on laws, and steered appropriate search & seizure laws
- Analyzed and enforced state, local, and federal laws, e.g
- 36 CFR, 16 USC, 18 USC, and 21 USC
- Communicated effectively with dispatch and other park employees through radio.
Allied Universal SecurityPennington, NJ
Security Officer
03.2019 - 05.2019
Job overview
- Efficiently executed day-to-day command post duties, including answering phones, dispatching on floor officers, and performing searches for nurse and patient safety
- Maintained top-level security of hospital premises through patrolling, supervising surveillance equipment; and inspecting outside of hospital entrances and doors
- Developed professional skills by completing training related to Capitol Health Handle with care in 2019.
Bailey’s Dairy FarmCraftsbury, VT
Dairy Farm Worker
01.2017 - 01.2018
New Jersey State Polic, True Blue and Gold Logo StoreTrenton, NJ
Cashier
07.2015 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Increased workplace efficiency by spearheading daily activities, such as stocking, pricing, controlling inventory, designing merchandise displays, preparing shipment orders, and timely processing transactions
- Generated optimal outcomes by troubleshooting windows computer system and Lightspeed Point of Sale System
- Updated website by supporting with marketing effort management to attract new prospects.
Petal Pushers Flower ShopHamilton, NJ
Customer Service/ Floral Design Assistant
01.2015 - 01.2016
Education
Sterling College
B.A. from Ecology
01.2018
University Overview
Achieved academic excellence, GPA: 3
Seasonal Law Enforcement Program Training SLEPT
01.2018
Skills
- Research Active listening Relationship building Highly organized Independent worker Organizational Policies & Protocols Teambuilding & Training Cross-functional Collaboration
- TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Google Docs, Gmail, Slides, Macintosh OS, Windows, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), ArcGIS (basic)
- Excellent Workflow Management
- Adobe PhotoShop
- Creative Thinking
- Complex Problem Solving
- Photo Shoots
- Social Media
- Digital Photography
Accomplishments
- State and federal criminal law procedures
- Resource protection laws and regulations provided in 36 CFR to ensure the protection of resources
- Training and education in relevant laws and how they are applied within the National Park Service as well as the regulations, policies, and procedures
- Crime scene control, evidence collection, and the proper documentation of evidence
- Operating in a controlled environment, interacting with visitors, and providing information on the park regulations
- Conducting searches incident to arrest for illegal substances or property
- The use and maintenance of defensive equipment in a controlled environment
- Training in crowd and traffic control
- Training in non-violent conflict resolution
- Experience in interviewing persons in a controlled environment to obtain information about an incident
- Providing medical attention to an injured person
- The proper way to compose a routine report
- Educated on the proper way to issue citations and written warnings
- PRACTICAL EXERCISES
- Remote Emergency Medical Technician, 2020 – 2023
- Emergency Medical Technician – NREMT E3518130
Certification
CPR/AED – Emergency Care and Safety Institute, 2020 – 2022
Certified Wilderness First Responder, 2017
FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certificates:
IS100 Introduction to Incident Command
IS200 ICS for Single Resource and Initial Action Incident
IS700 an Intro National Incident Management System
IS800 National Response Framework, an Introduction
IS05 an Introduction to Hazardous Material
SORA NJ Guard Training (February 2019)
Basic Wildland Fire
S190- Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior- 02/18/2020
S 130- Firefighting Training- 02/21/2020
Interests
OTHER INVOLVEMENTS
, Volunteer at Hardwick Rescue, Hardwick, VT, Summer 2017
Volunteer at Trenton Soup Kitchen, Trenton, NJ
Observer at Nottingham Rescue Squad
Timeline
Law
Enforcement Park Ranger, The National Park Service, Yosemite National Park | Cabrillo National Monument
06.2019 - Current
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security
03.2019 - 05.2019
Dairy Farm Worker
Bailey’s Dairy Farm
01.2017 - 01.2018
Cashier
New Jersey State Polic, True Blue and Gold Logo Store
07.2015 - 01.2018
Customer Service/ Floral Design Assistant
Petal Pushers Flower Shop
01.2015 - 01.2016
Sterling College
B.A. from Ecology
Seasonal Law Enforcement Program Training SLEPT