Linda Polizzi
Bellmore
Summary
Offering strong communication and organizational skills, eager to learn and develop. Developed critical skills in public safety environment, including effective communication, conflict resolution, and leadership. Demonstrates strong analytical abilities and capacity to remain calm under pressure, seeking opportunities to transition into new field. Looking to leverage these skills in collaborative and dynamic work environment. Driven and community-focused individual with strong sense of integrity and dedication to public safety.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Public Safety Officer
Nassau County Public Safety Officer
06.2025 - Current
- Security personnel for Nassau County
- 36 hours a week
- Working closely with Nassau County Police Department
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Responded to emergencies, providing first aid and coordinating with local authorities.
- Maintained accurate records of incidents and actions taken during shifts, contributing to effective communication between team members and supervisors.
- Monitored surveillance systems for potential threats or suspicious behavior around critical infrastructure, reporting findings to appropriate authorities for further investigation.
- Performed crowd control duties during large gatherings or events, maintaining order while prioritizing the safety of all attendees.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to share intelligence, coordinate responses, and support investigations into criminal activity.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Applied principles of law enforcement and fire protection.
- Assisted in the evacuation of buildings during fire alarms or other emergencies, ensuring the safe and orderly exit of occupants.
- Maintained high standards of public safety by enforcing local laws and regulations.
Swim Instructor
Saf-T-Swim
04.2023 - 08.2025
- 16+ hours a week
- Swim Instructor for all ages, infants and adults
- Other titles: Lifeguard, Front Desk Associate
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Assisted customers in locating merchandise and providing product information.
- Instructed individual and group swim lessons, enhancing water safety awareness among participants.
- Monitored student progress, providing constructive feedback to improve technique and confidence.
- Implemented safety protocols during lessons, ensuring a secure environment for all participants.
- Monitored pool activities to ensure safety of guests and compliance with regulations.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Enforced pool rules and regulations to maintain a safe environment for patrons.
Seasonal Cashier
Michael’s Inc.
09.2022 - 01.2023
- 20+ hours a week
- Duration of employment: 5 months
- Worked primarily throughout the busy holiday season while attending school and extra curricular activities
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art And Design Education
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY05-2028
High School Diploma -
W.C. Mepham High School
Bellmore, NY06-2024
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Emergency response
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Record keeping
- Work ethic and integrity
- Some basic law enforcement knowledge
- Firearm training
Accomplishments
- Promoted to Sergeant in 2022
- Promoted to Lieutenant in 2023
- Promoted to Captain 2024
- Promoted to Inspector 2025
- Completion of the New York Area Academy: Three weeks in the beginning of August, Explorers have the option to participate in the New York Area Academy, an academy that simulates what it’s like to be in the Police Academy. The first two weeks are from 8AM-3PM. Physical training commenced from 8AM-9:30AM every morning with little breaks in between. The rest of the day was more informational and drill based (marching). The last week of this academy took place in camp Keowa, upstate New York. Explorers were taken out of their comfort zones and pushed to their limits. No phones, no technology. This week was the most fun out of the 3. Physical training did not occur every morning, however was used as punishment if required.
- Completion of the Nassau Academy: Team building based academy that tests your ability to work in a group and bond with others.
- Multiple NCPD Explorer Program Competition Awards, including out of state awards
- National Art Honor Society
- Art averages all above 95 every year in High School
- National Honor Society
- Honor Roll
- GPA above 90 every quarter of every year in High School
- Dean's List (Adelphi University): GPA for first semester above 3.6
- 2024 Nassau All-County Art Exhibition - Art Supervisors association, Selected among many candidates to be chosen to receive a scholarship for my artwork
NCPD Explorer Program Ranks
NCPD Explorer Program Academies
School Accomplishments
Affiliations
Nassau County Police Department Explorers Program: https://www.nclee.org/
Certification
- CPR and AED Certification
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Public Safety Officer
Nassau County Public Safety Officer
06.2025 - Current
Swim Instructor
Saf-T-Swim
04.2023 - 08.2025
Seasonal Cashier
Michael’s Inc.
09.2022 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Art And Design Education
Adelphi University
High School Diploma -
W.C. Mepham High School