Patrick Oelke
Rockwall,TX
Summary
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Seasonal State Fair of Texas Ambassador
State Fair of Texas
Dallas, TX
09.2021 - 10.2023
- Developed strong relationships with customers by providing personalized assistance and support.
- Assisted with crowd control during large events held at the facility.
- Checked and secured building areas during off-hours to prevent entry by unauthorized individuals.
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
- Observed patrons and customers to quickly address security situations.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
Driver
Premier Accessible Van Rental
Forney, TX
05.2019 - 03.2021
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
- Demonstrated professional conduct with clients to deliver outstanding customer service.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures related to safety and security standards.
Police Officer
City of Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX
06.1985 - 04.2018
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Communicated with victims, suspects and witnesses to gather and provide information regarding criminal events.
- Advised citizens on safety precautions and preventive measures against crime.
- Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.
- Recorded facts and prepared reports to document incidents and activities for later use in court cases and legal records.
- Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
- Ensured compliance with local laws by performing periodic safety inspections of businesses.
- Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects to conduct thorough criminal investigations.
- Subdued resisting subjects with defensive tactics and approved nonlethal weapons.
- Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
- Directed traffic at high-volume special events for public safety and order.
- Organized crime scene investigation, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
- Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.
- Interviewed witnesses and victims to determine critical details relevant to each case.
- Patrolled designated to identify criminal activities, issue citations, prevent incidents and serve warrants.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Served criminal warrants and subpoenas to suspects in public and private locations.
- Pursued fleeing suspects on foot and in varying terrain.
- Investigated suspicious persons or activities to determine if criminal activity was present.
- Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stevens Point Area Senior High School
Stevens Point, WI05-1981
Some College (No Degree) -
University Wisconsin Stevens Point
Some College (No Degree) - Police Science
North Central Technical Institute
Skills
- Listening Skills
- MultiTasker
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- Customer Service
- Customer Relations
- Documentation
- Courteous Demeanor
Affiliations
Enjoy Fishing with Trips to Canada and Alaska. I enjoy Local fishing on Lake Ray Hubbard. I also enjoy boating, skiing,cooking,hunting, backpacking, and travelling abroad.
Accomplishments
- Life Saving Award
- Police Commendation
- No Sick Time Award
- Safe Driving Award
- Honorably Retired
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Seasonal State Fair of Texas Ambassador
State Fair of Texas
09.2021 - 10.2023
Driver
Premier Accessible Van Rental
05.2019 - 03.2021
Police Officer
City of Dallas, Texas
06.1985 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Stevens Point Area Senior High School
Some College (No Degree) -
University Wisconsin Stevens Point
Some College (No Degree) - Police Science
North Central Technical Institute
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