Renée Vidriezca
Oak Park,CA
Summary
Dynamic security professional with 30 years law enforcement background, previously with the Los Angeles Police Department. Proven expertise in criminal investigations and electronic surveillance, complemented by strong communication skills. High level of integrity and commitment to community protection. Fluent in Spanish. CCW approved and hold current BSIS permit for Exposed Firearm .
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
Los Angeles Philharmonic
05.2024 - Current
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Reduced vandalism and criminal activity by keeping close eye on premises through personal checks and CCTV monitoring.
- Checked personnel ID badges and issued temporary credentials to visitors.
- Cooperated with security personnel and law enforcement to share information and coordinate responses to security incidents. By
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
Police Officer
Los Angeles Police Department
02.1993 - 11.2023
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
- Assigned to Narcotics Division, conducted surveillance and intelligence gathering for search and arrest warrant service.
- Participated in undercover (buy) operations for Narcotics and Vice operations .
- Assigned to Air Support Division, Special Investigation Section. Assisted federal task forces (LA Impact, HIDTA) and departmental specialized units (SIS, SWAT, Major Crimes, Majors/Narcotics) with aerial surveillance/tactics
Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District
06.1990 - 02.1993
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - French
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06.1990
Skills
- Electronic surveillance
- Criminal investigations
- Active shooter training
- Law enforcement background
- CCTV surveillance
- High level of integrity
- FLUENT IN Spanish
- Report writing
- Criminal law knowledge
- Security guard license
Certification
CCW
BSIS Permit for Exposed Firearm
California POST certified
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Security Officer
Los Angeles Philharmonic
05.2024 - Current
Police Officer
Los Angeles Police Department
02.1993 - 11.2023
Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District
06.1990 - 02.1993
Bachelor of Arts - French
University of California, Los Angeles