Patrick Thomas
Peoria,AZ
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Safety
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
02.2017 - Current
- Managed event staff scheduling
- Ensured proper training for the staff on equipment
- Maintain equipment
- Ensured smooth event wrap-up and accurate processing of invoices.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Security Manager
UPS
Phoenix, AZ
01.2006 - 01.2017
- Developed and enforced security policies, procedures, and protocols to protect confidential information.
- Conducted regular staff training on security policies and procedures.
- Audited existing security systems for potential vulnerabilities and implemented corrective measures as necessary.
Damage Investigator
Nicor Gas
Naperville, IL
12.2001 - 08.2005
- Conducted interviews with witnesses and suspects to obtain information related to case.
- Organized and maintained files of all investigative activities.
- Analyzed data gathered during investigations to determine the validity of claims or theories.
- Provided expert testimony in court concerning investigation findings.
Senior Deputy
Wiinebago County Sheriff's Police
Rockford , IL
05.1984 - 04.2002
- Provided support to Sheriff's Office staff members in the performance of their duties.
- Assisted with investigations, arrests and prosecutions of offenders.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance to citizens.
- Maintained order at public events, such as parades, festivals, concerts and sporting events.
- Supervised deputies on patrol shifts ensuring safety regulations were followed.
- Developed new strategies for combating crime in the community.
- Participated in neighborhood watch programs providing information about crime prevention measures.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement agencies during joint investigations.
- Collected and preserved evidence associated with crimes, supporting investigations
- Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings and varied incidents.
- Testified in court in connection with criminal prosecutions to support judicial process.
- Prepared detailed documentation of felony-level property and violent crimes investigations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Police Command & Supervision
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL05-1990
Associate of Science - Criminology
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL11-1984
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Microsoft Word
- Time Management
- Planning
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Research
- MS Office
- PPE use
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Analytical
- Dependable and Responsible
- Public Speaking
- Cultural Awareness
- Networking
- Organizational Skills
Affiliations
- Emcee football games working directly with an NFL team
- Growing a local establishments business through this activity as well as networking and social introductions
Accomplishments
- Directly responsible for a local venue having their top two sales day ever within the chain
Timeline
Public Safety
Grand Canyon University
02.2017 - Current
Security Manager
UPS
01.2006 - 01.2017
Damage Investigator
Nicor Gas
12.2001 - 08.2005
Senior Deputy
Wiinebago County Sheriff's Police
05.1984 - 04.2002
Associate of Applied Science - Police Command & Supervision
Northwestern University
Associate of Science - Criminology
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
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