Nicholas Wruck
Rice
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience as Asset Protection Associate with Walmart and Reserve Police Officer at Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Proven ability in community relations and incident documentation, utilizing strong observational skills and integrity to enhance public safety. Adept at safety and compliance, crowd control, community policing and de-escalation techniques, ensuring a secure environment for all.
Methodical Asset Protection Associate with 15 years of experience in enforcing departmental policies, procedures, and regulations. Proven skills in Safety and Compliance with excellent problem-solving capabilities. Skilled at investigating shrinkage and safety issues. Eager to apply abilities to dynamic new position.
Pursuing full-time/part-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Reserve Police Officer
Minnesota State Fairgrounds
07.2022 - Current
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- 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.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Wildland Firefighter/Smokechaser
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
03.2015 - Current
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Established water supplies, connected hoses and directed water onto fires.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements, and incoming personnel.
Asset Protection Associate
Walmart
07.2010 - Current
- Wrote reports for internal and external crime, burglary, or theft.
- Contacted local authorities and apprehended shoplifters.
- Kept patrons and employees safe and from criminal activity.
- Checked CCTV for evidence of shoplifting.
- Patrolled store departments to check for suspicious activities.
- Controlled reduction of loss inventory by protecting company assets.
- Developed and implemented procedures to reduce risk of shoplifting and other loss prevention related issues.
- Addressed safety and compliance issues in Supply Chain
- Involved with safety meetings, training and certifications of power equipment in Supply Chain
- Monitored activity around facility perimeter and truck gate area in Supply Chain
Education
No Degree - Law Enforcement
Alexandria Technical College
Alexandria, MNHigh School Diploma -
St. James High School
St. James, MN06-1998
Skills
- Observational patrolling
- Self-defense techniques
- Community police services
- Radio communication
- First aid and CPR
- Traffic control
- Detail-oriented
- Vehicle operation
- Integrity and honesty
- Community relations
- Incident documentation
- Crowd control
- De-escalation techniques
- Cultural sensitivity
- Defensive tactics
- Patrol procedures
- Safety and Compliance
- Investigation
- Interpersonal skills
Affiliations
- MN-IAAI
Certification
- CPR/First Aid/AED
Timeline
Reserve Police Officer
Minnesota State Fairgrounds
07.2022 - Current
Wildland Firefighter/Smokechaser
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
03.2015 - Current
Asset Protection Associate
Walmart
07.2010 - Current
No Degree - Law Enforcement
Alexandria Technical College
High School Diploma -
St. James High School
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