With a broad range of experience and a strong educational background, this ambitious individual is eager to contribute their efforts to your organization. Leveraging diverse work and life experiences, they bring valuable resources, capabilities, and motivation that can greatly benefit any company.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
The City of Cottonwood
Cottonwood, USA
05.2022 - Current
Proudly serves the citizens of Macomb as a patrolman addressing both crimes and citizen concerns
Served on the Verde Valley Swat team as a Sniper and qualified for the entry team
Worked as part of the Criminal Investigation Unit as a detective specializing in Internet Crimes Against Children
Served on the Off-Highway Vehicle Team as an enforcement and education officer
Field Training Officer to educate and guide new officers starting their career
FAA Certified Unmanned Ariel Vehicle Pilot
Front line Supervisor
Locomotive Engineer and Freight Conductor
BNSF Railway
Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin, California, Arizona
01.2012 - 05.2022
Responsible for the handling, compliance, documentation, repair, customer service, and movement of a variety of freight from origin to destination as safely and efficiently as possible
Operated in all weather conditions, day or night, with no schedule, up to 12 hours at a time
Locomotive Engineer since 2013
Inspected locomotives before and after runs.
Coordinated with yardmasters to ensure the efficient movement of trains within rail yards, optimizing space utilization and minimizing delays.
Police Officer
The City of Macomb
Macomb, USA
06.2003 - 01.2012
Proudly served the Citizens of Macomb in a variety of capacities as a Police Officer
Special duties included: School Resource Officer, DARE Instructor, Recruiting Officer, K9 Officer (Dual Service, 5 years), Front Line Supervisor/Officer in Charge (6 years), Field Training Officer (6 years), and Public Relations Officer
Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
Dispatcher
McDonough County 911
McDonough County, USA
01.2005 - 01.2007
Served as a Police and Fire Dispatcher for McDonough County Illinois
Covering 4 law enforcement agencies and 6 volunteer fire agencies
Responsible for both call taking and dispatching of calls for service
Managed high-stress situations calmly and effectively, ensuring timely assistance to those in need.
Paramedic
McDonough District Hospital
01.2000 - 01.2003
Operated out of a small rural hospital serving the entire county as the stand-alone Advanced Life Support ambulance service
When not on calls for service, I served as an Emergency Room Tech in the Emergency Room
Advance Cardiac Life Support and Pediatric Advance Life Support certificates, former American Red Cross and American Heart Association CPR/AED Instructor
Education
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement and Justice Administration, Community Health Education, Computer Science
Western Illinois University
01.2003
Course - Field Training and Evaluation
Northwestern Illinois University School of Staff and command
01.2006
Basic Law Enforcement Certificate -
University of Illinois Police Training Academy
01.2003
Paramedic Certification -
Carl Sandburg College
01.2000
Skills
Adaptability
Teamwork
Independence
Quick Response
Report Writing
Documentation
Effective Communication
Understanding of Procedure and Policy
Contribution to Success and Growth
Integrity and honesty
Relationship building and management
Conflict de-escalation
Timeline
Police Officer
The City of Cottonwood
05.2022 - Current
Locomotive Engineer and Freight Conductor
BNSF Railway
01.2012 - 05.2022
Dispatcher
McDonough County 911
01.2005 - 01.2007
Police Officer
The City of Macomb
06.2003 - 01.2012
Paramedic
McDonough District Hospital
01.2000 - 01.2003
Course - Field Training and Evaluation
Northwestern Illinois University School of Staff and command
Basic Law Enforcement Certificate -
University of Illinois Police Training Academy
Paramedic Certification -
Carl Sandburg College
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement and Justice Administration, Community Health Education, Computer Science