KEVIN ORTLOFF
Park City
Summary
Passionate leader who takes pride in everything I do. From maintaining the IT systems and Facilities to work throughout my community in Law enforcement. I live by a simple motto "do the right thing, even when no one is looking"
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
IT and Facilities Manager
Lexus of Highland Park
Highland Park
11.2000 - Current
- Manage all aspects of the IT Department, including, physical hardware, PCs, tablets, wireless, security hardware and software, camera systems, IP based phones and compliance.
- Perform all electrical work including LED lighting conversions as well as all computer wiring.
- Responded to building emergencies and managed repairs.
- Investigated problems and determined appropriate remedies.
- Controlled expenses to meet budget requirements.
- Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
- Developed a safety and emergency plan
- Operate heavy equipment including sky jacks, bobcats, and snow removal equipment.
- Negotiate contracts for both IT and facilities.
- In charge of physical building security.
Deputy Sheriff
Lake County Sheriff's Office
Lake County
04.2025 - 01.2026
- Enforced laws and regulations within Lake County jurisdiction.
- Responded to emergency calls and dispatched appropriate units.
- Responded to emergency calls for service involving domestic disputes or other potentially hazardous situations.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests to support investigations and legal proceedings.
- Arrested and transported suspects or prisoners to jail or court to maintain custody.
- Regulated vehicle flow during emergencies and congestion to enhance public safety and minimize accidents.
- Leads Certified
- Achieved certification for Glock 45, Red Dot, Taser 10, baton, OC spray, handcuffs, and defensive tactics.
- Certified in CPR, AED usage, choking response, NARCAN administration, stop the bleed techniques, chest seal application, and tourniquet use.
Auxiliary Deputy Sergeant
Lake County Sheriff's Department
Lake County
01.2017 - 04.2025
- Provided Assistance to the Sheriff's Department in times of need, such as serious traffic accidents, trees and wires down, flooding, unrest, search warrants, and Presidential and Vice Presidential Security details.
- Help Municipalities and the County with Special Events.
- Provide escorts for events and funerals
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Lead a team of Auxiliary Deputies.
- Honor Guard Commander.
- Incident Response Team Lead.
- Certified in CPR, AED, Choking and Narcan.
- Certified in use of force, OC spray, baton and handcuffs.
- Operates squads and radios
Education
Basic Law Enforcement - Law Enforcement
Police Training Institute
Champaign, IL08-2025
High school or equivalent - General Education
Schaumburg High School
Schaumburg, IL05-1990
Skills
- Network intelligence
- Operating systems management
- Computer hardware expertise
- Wireless access points
- Incident response
- Safety and security practices
- First aid certification
- Critical thinking skills
- Report writing proficiency
- Community relations
- Emergency communication strategies
- Law enforcement principles
Accomplishments
- 2017 Probationary Auxiliary Deputy of the year award
- 2024 Command Officer of the year award
- 4 time top call out hours award
- 4 time top detail hours award
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
Lake County Sheriff's Office
04.2025 - 01.2026
Auxiliary Deputy Sergeant
Lake County Sheriff's Department
01.2017 - 04.2025
IT and Facilities Manager
Lexus of Highland Park
11.2000 - Current
Basic Law Enforcement - Law Enforcement
Police Training Institute
High school or equivalent - General Education
Schaumburg High School