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Michael Brand

Des Moines,IA

Summary

Detention Officer with extensive knowledge of law enforcement practices, investigation techniques, and security equipment operation.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Detention Officer

Polk County Sheriffs' Office
03.2019 - Current
  • Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors
  • Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks
  • Coordinated and worked closely with law enforcement, social service agencies and mental health providers
  • Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints and searches.

Armed Security Officer

Win Watch
09.2018 - 01.2023

8 Hours/week

  • Delivered accurate verbal and written reports to company personnel.
  • Noted and followed up on any unusual behavior.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to all security violations and duress alarms.

Security Officer

Perishable Distributors of Iowa/Hyvee
05.2018 - 03.2019

40 hours/week 

  • Performed surveillance of suspects using binoculars, cameras and camcorders.
  • Wrote reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual occurrences.
  • Processed and logged accurate and detailed incident reports.

Security Officer

Hy-Vee Corporate Office
07.2017 - 04.2018

40 hours/week

  • Secured all doors in the office and main building after hours
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of employees and visitors.
  • Monitored central alarm system for fire, intrusion, and duress alarms and responded when needed.

Sales Associate

Buckle
12.2016 - 05.2017

12-30 hours/week

  • Greeted customers in a timely fashion while quickly determining their needs.
  • Recommended merchandise to customers based on their needs and preferences.
  • Built relationships with customers to increase likelihood of repeat business.
  • Trained, coached and mentored staff to ensure smooth adoption of new programs.

Security Officer

The One Night Stand
05.2016 - 02.2017

8-12 hours/week

  • Secured all doors in the office and main building after hours.
  • Denied entrance to the building to unauthorized persons.
  • Warned offenders about rule infractions and violations and verbally evicted violators from premises.

Security Officer

Shotgun Bettys
02.2015 - 05.2016

12-18 hours/week 

  • Detected suspicious activities and watched for criminal acts and rule infractions.
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of employees and visitors.
  • Secured all doors in the office and main building after hours.
  • Circulated among visitors, patrons and employees to preserve order and protect property.

Security Officer

On Point Security
06.2014 - 05.2016

8-12 hours/week

  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of employees and visitors.
  • Monitored and reported suspicious activities to local authorities.
  • Warned offenders about rule infractions and violations and verbally evicted violators from premises.

Sales Associate

Buckle
06.2013 - 05.2016

12-40 hours/week

  • Stocked and replenished merchandise according to store merchandising layouts
  • Handled all customer relations issues in a gracious manner and in accordance with company policies.
  • Educated customers about the brand to incite excitement about the company’s mission and values.

Car Salesman

Stew Hansen Hyundai
01.2014 - 05.2014
  • Responded to customer enquiries via telephone and email
  • Met customers on lot and in showroom to discuss available vehicles and options
  • Greeted customers on lot and in showroom to answer questions about brand and available inventory

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Iowa State University
Ames, IA

Associate of Arts - General

Iowa Central Community College
Fort Dodge, IA

Associate of Arts - AGS

Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA
12.2017

High School Diploma -

Clarion Goldfield High School
2011

Skills

  • Crime prevention expertise
  • Security personnel training
  • Stationary surveillance
  • Team leadership
  • Opening and closing procedures
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Customer Service
  • Verbal Judo
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Excellent team player and community builder

Timeline

Detention Officer

Polk County Sheriffs' Office
03.2019 - Current

Armed Security Officer

Win Watch
09.2018 - 01.2023

Security Officer

Perishable Distributors of Iowa/Hyvee
05.2018 - 03.2019

Security Officer

Hy-Vee Corporate Office
07.2017 - 04.2018

Sales Associate

Buckle
12.2016 - 05.2017

Security Officer

The One Night Stand
05.2016 - 02.2017

Security Officer

Shotgun Bettys
02.2015 - 05.2016

Security Officer

On Point Security
06.2014 - 05.2016

Car Salesman

Stew Hansen Hyundai
01.2014 - 05.2014

Sales Associate

Buckle
06.2013 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Iowa State University

Associate of Arts - General

Iowa Central Community College

Associate of Arts - AGS

Des Moines Area Community College

High School Diploma -

Clarion Goldfield High School
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