Luis Zavala
Las Vegas,Nevada
Summary
Oriented Law Enforcment Officer comfortable working in high-stress situations and coordinating emergency responses. Proactive about using proper protocols while on duty and interacting with community contacts. Committed public servant displays sound judgment under pressure in life-threatening and emergency scenarios and situations. Watchful and diplomatic professional preserves public safety.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
North Las Vegas Police Department Officer
NLVPD
08.2023 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls relayed from dispatcher or supervisors and communicated situation details to other officers.
- Conducted surveillance to detect suspicious activity.
- Following safety precautions.
- Reading and comprehending regulations and instructions.
- Addressed public questions, complaints and requests and provided necessary assistance.
- Prepared warrants and searched buildings for criminal activity and illegal substances.
- Interrogated suspects and witnesses to investigate crime scenes and criminal actions.
- Wrote detailed narrative reports for use in investigations.
- Prepared and submitted detailed reports regarding assignments and ongoing investigations.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Analyzing and troubleshooting problems to identify solutions or alternatives.
Armored Truck Driver
GardaWorld Cash Services
07.2021 - 12.2022
- Drove armored truck hundreds of miles per month to transport money and valuables in Las Vegas, Utah, Arizona.
- Performed pre-trip inspections on armored truck by checking fluid levels, signals, brakes and engine functionality.
- Received and issued receipts from customers to verify successful transfer of valuables.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Supervised unloading and loading of valuables, cash and important artifacts to verify proper delivery of requested items.
- Guarded valuables and money bags during transfer and receipt to guarantee safe delivery.
- Coordinated with various banks to organize transportation of requested amounts of coins and cash.
Correctional Officer
Nevada Department Of Corrections
12.2022 - 10.2023
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness, and safety.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Administered drug tests to inmates.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
Armed Security Officer
Protective Force International
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Reduced vandalism and criminal activity by keeping close eye on premises through personal checks and CCTV monitoring.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Checked personnel ID badges and issued temporary credentials to visitors.
- Maintained physical fitness to perform physically demanding job tasks.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
Education
North Las Vegas Police Department Academy
North Las Vegas, NV08.2023
Nevada Department of Corrections Academy
NV05.2023
Skills
- Inventory control
- Supervision and training
- Complex problem solving
- Calm under pressure
- Strong verbal communicator
- Skilled negotiator
- Sound judgment
- Computer-savvy
- Effective team leader
- Trained in emergency response
- Extremely organized
- Emergency Procedures
- Dispatch Communication
- Time Management
- Dependable and Responsible
- Multitasking Abilities
Accomplishments
Graduated and received Law Enforcement/Peace Officer Certification Category III
Timeline
North Las Vegas Police Department Officer
NLVPD
08.2023 - Current
Correctional Officer
Nevada Department Of Corrections
12.2022 - 10.2023
Armed Security Officer
Protective Force International
11.2021 - 04.2022
Armored Truck Driver
GardaWorld Cash Services
07.2021 - 12.2022
North Las Vegas Police Department Academy
Nevada Department of Corrections Academy