Nicholas Pickering
Summary
Dynamic business professional with extensive experience as a Peace Officer at Chula Vista Police Department and Co-Founder of 4S Bio LLC, a biotech company. I excel in high pressure situations from crisis intervention and investigative skills to a fast pace international sales. Proven track record in community policing and evidence collection, fostering strong partnerships and enhancing public safety. Adept at navigating complex situations with integrity and effective communication.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Peace Officer
Chula Vista Police Department
03.2024 - Current
- California Post Certified
- Patrolled assigned districts, responding to emergency calls and investigating incidents such as assaults, domestic disputes, and traffic collisions.
- Leveraged crisis intervention training to successfully de-escalate volatile situations and prevent harm.
- Enforced local, state, and federal laws, maintaining a strong record of adherence and integrity.
- Conducted thorough investigations, collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses/suspects.
- Prepared detailed incident reports and documentation, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
Co-Founder
4S Bio LLC
09.2025 - Current
- International Bio-bank that works with clinics around the world to supply vendors with materials used for clinical research.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Networked with other businesses and customers to increase sales opportunities and contacts.
Assistant Manager
Vivint Smart Home
05.2019 - 02.2023
- Managed 36 employees via 3 teams in the customer up-sale and onboarding group - Account Management Inbound "AMI"
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to employees.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Missionary
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints
05.2017 - 05.2019
- Volunteered in overseas locations and in various roles - Spanish speaking areas.
- Trained new missionaries on effectively sharing the gospel and doing service in the community.
- Proselytized people and imparted knowledge of faith using strong public speaking and one-on-one discussions.
- Taught English to Spanish speaking refugees in Canberra, Australia.
Education
California P.O.S.T. Academy - Standard P.O.S.T. Certificate
San Diego Miramar College
San Diego, CA08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Utah Valley University
Orem, UT12-2022
Associate of Science - Humanities
Utah Valley University
Orem, UT05-2021
Skills
- Partnership cultivation
- Capital fundraising
- Market analysis
- Customer relations
- Firearms proficiency
- Community policing
- Defensive tactics
- Arrest procedures
- Investigative skills
- Traffic control
- Evidence collection
- Search and seizure
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Co-Founder
4S Bio LLC
09.2025 - Current
Peace Officer
Chula Vista Police Department
03.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager
Vivint Smart Home
05.2019 - 02.2023
Missionary
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints
05.2017 - 05.2019
California P.O.S.T. Academy - Standard P.O.S.T. Certificate
San Diego Miramar College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Utah Valley University
Associate of Science - Humanities
Utah Valley University