Communicative Police Officer successful at developing positive relationships with colleagues and citizens. Approaches each situation with alertness, compassion and concern. Organized and dependable officer successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Cedar Hill Police Department
01.2021 - Current
Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
Security Officer
Texas Health Resources Dallas
09.2019 - 12.2020
Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
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.
Security Officer Supervisor
Allied Universal Security Services
05.2017 - 09.2019
Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
Regulated vehicle and pedestrian traffic onto building grounds.
Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
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.
Issued access cards to authorized personnel to monitor access points.
Soldier
Jamaica Defense Force
07.2003 - 08.2016
Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
Trained in infantry tactics, weapons and medical procedures for well-rounded field support.
Coached and mentored new recruits for motivated, high-performing teams.
Assembled, disassembled and maintained various weapons for operational readiness.
Relayed crucial information and coordinated operations using radio communications equipment.
Coordinated patrol operations to maintain safe urban and rural environments.
Navigated terrain in hostile and non-hostile conditions, achieving positive outcomes.
Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.
Served in on-call capacity for last-minute or late-night taskings from leadership.
Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors.
Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions, sometimes in dangerous, deployed locations.
Worked weekends and long hours in deployed locations to complete taskings.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Brookhaven College
Dallas, TX
03.2025
High School Diploma -
FERNCOURT HIGH
CLAREMONT, JAMAICA, WI
06.2000
Skills
Firearm training system (FATS) operator
Firearm instructor
Mine warfare/counter IED
Combat Engineer
Accomplishments
CEDAR HILL POLICE DEPARTMENT AWARD
Earned Life Saving Award (October 2022)
Recognized by National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (Officer of The Month, October 2022)
JAMAICA DEFENSE FORCE (JDF)
International DutyDecember 10 – 22, 2015
Consisted of constructing a Bailey Bridge 90 feet long in Dominica because their original bridge was destroyed by tropical storm Erika.
JAMAICA DEFENSE FORCE (JDF) AWARDS
Invaluable contribution towards 4 Support Squadron 1 Engineering Regiment JDF
Runner-up most outstanding student [combat engineer course class 1, (March 2014)]
Academic Award [combat engineer course class 2,(June 2013)]
Most outstanding student [Potential Non-Commissioned Officer’s course (May 2010)]
Runner-up Academic Award [Potential Non-Commissioned Officer’s course (May 2010]
Soccer, Track & Field, Basketball, Volleyball
I played competitive soccer for my high school, community, and Jamaica Defense Force. I played as a goal keeper. I was the captain of my community and 1 Engineer Regiment team within the JDF. I did Track and Field and played Basketball and Volleyball when ever the opportunity came because of the love i have those sports.
Timeline
Police Officer
Cedar Hill Police Department
01.2021 - Current
Security Officer
Texas Health Resources Dallas
09.2019 - 12.2020
Security Officer Supervisor
Allied Universal Security Services
05.2017 - 09.2019
Soldier
Jamaica Defense Force
07.2003 - 08.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Brookhaven College
High School Diploma -
FERNCOURT HIGH
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