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PAUL ARNOLD
Caldwell,ID
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with a swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Investigator/Code Compliance Officer II
CITY OF THOUSAND OAKS
THOUSAND OAKS, CA
02.2008 - 11.2010
- Enhanced compliance awareness by conducting regular field investigations concerning relevant regulations and policy violations.
- Wrote detailed and complex reports, documented evidence, including physical evidence and witness testimony.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent adherence to codes and regulations across all departments.
- Advised management on the potential impact of proposed regulatory changes, enabling informed decision-making regarding company policies and strategies.
- Served as a subject-matter expert on code compliance matters, providing valuable insights to improve overall audit outcomes.
- Provided expert testimony in court concerning investigation findings.
Child & Adult Abuse Investigator
County of Ventura, Child & Adult Protective Service
Ventura, CA
08.2005 - 02.2008
- Conducted interviews and investigations to determine the facts surrounding reported cases of abuse.
- Partnered with community organizations offering support services for survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault.
- Provided crisis intervention services in emergencies involving victims of abuse or neglect.
- Provided court testimony regarding findings from investigations into reports of abuse or neglect.
- Created written summaries detailing investigative findings for use by legal authorities in criminal proceedings against perpetrators of child abuse or neglect.
Sergeant/Public Safety Supervisor
PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY
08.2005 - 02.2008
- Handled sensitive information with discretion and maintained confidentiality as required, safeguarding the privacy of individuals involved in reported incidents
- Enhanced public safety by implementing effective patrol strategies and coordinating with local law enforcement agencies.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Safely used firearms and other modern medical and police equipment.
- Applied principles of law enforcement and fire protection.
- Effectively led investigations, ensured safety protocols were followed, and handled high-pressure situations.
Soldier/Combat Engineer
40TH INFANTRY DIVISION, UNITED STATES ARMY
04.1999 - 10.2004
- Constructed bunkers and foxholes for personnel safety during combat operations.
- Cleared minefields by locating, marking, and detonating explosive hazards safely.
- Performed demolitions on enemy fortifications and obstacles.
- Assisted with the construction of defensive positions, bridges, and roads.
- Guided the proper use of explosives when conducting demolition tasks.
- Set up booby traps to disrupt enemy movement or activities.
- Operated heavy machinery such as bulldozers, cranes, and backhoes.
Seabee/Sailor
United States Naval Reserves
08.1996 - 04.1999
- Operated heavy machinery and construction equipment for various projects as a Seabee in United States Navy.
- Conducted daily safety inspections to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Performed routine maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment to maintain operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate construction site activities effectively.
- Utilized bulldozers, backhoes, and excavators for earth movement and foundation construction.
Soldier/Counter Signal Intelligence Specialist
United States Army Reserve
04.1989 - 08.1996
- Executed strategic planning for mission objectives and resource allocation.
- Followed orders and carried out mission directives with professionalism and compassion despite chaotic and emotionally stressful circumstances.
- Maintained accountability of assigned equipment and supplies to ensure readiness for operations.
- Conducted counter-signal intelligence operations.
- Used rifles, machine guns and other weapons to suppress enemy forces during warfare.
Sailor/Search & Rescue Crew Damage Controlman
United States Coast Guard
11.1987 - 04.1989
- Conducted search and rescue operations in maritime environments.
- Operated and maintained navigational equipment for safe passage.
- Collaborated with team members during emergency response operations.
- Conducted watch duties to ensure the security of the vessel while underway.
- Conducted first aid/life support, fire fighting, and maritime law enforcement.
Education
Master of Arts - Criminal Justice Leadership, Criminal Justice
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY
ST. PAULBachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY
ST. PAUL05-2008
Skills
- Active listening
- Exceptional interpersonal communication
- Community relations
- Critical thinking
- Problem analysis and resolution
- Teamwork mindset
- Ethics focused
- Decision making
- Flexible and adaptable
- Staff mentoring and leadership
- Creativity and ingenuity
- Mission-oriented
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Crisis intervention
- Child safety
- Case management
- Report writing
- Crisis intervention
- Interview techniques
- Evidence gathering
- Court testimony
- Conflict resolution
Languages
English
Timeline
Investigator/Code Compliance Officer II
CITY OF THOUSAND OAKS
02.2008 - 11.2010
Child & Adult Abuse Investigator
County of Ventura, Child & Adult Protective Service
08.2005 - 02.2008
Sergeant/Public Safety Supervisor
PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY
08.2005 - 02.2008
Soldier/Combat Engineer
40TH INFANTRY DIVISION, UNITED STATES ARMY
04.1999 - 10.2004
Seabee/Sailor
United States Naval Reserves
08.1996 - 04.1999
Soldier/Counter Signal Intelligence Specialist
United States Army Reserve
04.1989 - 08.1996
Sailor/Search & Rescue Crew Damage Controlman
United States Coast Guard
11.1987 - 04.1989
Master of Arts - Criminal Justice Leadership, Criminal Justice
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY