Ricky Simmons
Lithonia
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience in law enforcement and emergency services, including roles at Conyers Police Department and Clayton County Fire and Emergency Services. Proven ability in community engagement and teamwork, complemented by strong self-defense tactics and physical fitness. Committed to upholding high standards of professionalism and fostering positive relationships.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer Recruit
Conyers Police Department
07.2025 - Current
- Served as a positive role model within the community by upholding the highest standards of professionalism both on and off duty.
- Deterred criminal activity through high-visibility patrols in known problem areas.
- Reduced traffic accidents through proactive enforcement of traffic laws, including speeding, DUIs, and seatbelt violations.
- Maintained high levels of physical fitness, consistently passing mandatory fitness tests required for job performance.
Juvenile Correctional Officer
Rockdale Juvenile Detention Center
02.2023 - 07.2025
- Rehabilitate the Youth so they can be prepared to go back to the community.
- Maintained a secure environment for juvenile offenders with diligent monitoring and supervision.
- Served as a positive role model by demonstrating strong work ethic, integrity, and respect towards others within the correctional setting.
- Developed rapport with offenders, fostering positive relationships to support rehabilitation efforts.
Firefighter
Clayton County Fire And Emergency Services
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
Stocking Associate
Walmart
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Enhanced store organization by accurately stocking shelves and maintaining inventory control.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
Morning Stocker
Ross
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing workloads, effectively prioritizing tasks and adjusting as necessary to meet store needs.
- Streamlined receiving process by verifying shipment contents against invoices and promptly addressing discrepancies with vendors or management teams as needed.
- Reduced customer wait times by promptly responding to inquiries and providing accurate product information.
- Assisted in inventory management by conducting regular counts and reporting discrepancies to supervisors.
Education
High School Diploma -
Martin Luther King High School
Lithonia Business Administration And Management
Georgia State University
Clarkston, GA05.2021
Skills
- Self-defense tactics
- Physical fitness
- Evidence handling
- Community engagement
- Teamwork
- Professionalism
- Active listening
- Team building
- Self-defense
Accomplishments
- I have earned my CPR training
- I have worked my rank up in the detention center.
- I have gained knowledge on gangs, mental health problems also someones being abused
Certification
- CPR
- Post certification
- Department of juvenile justice certification
Timeline
Police Officer Recruit
Conyers Police Department
07.2025 - Current
Juvenile Correctional Officer
Rockdale Juvenile Detention Center
02.2023 - 07.2025
Firefighter
Clayton County Fire And Emergency Services
08.2022 - 06.2023
Stocking Associate
Walmart
01.2021 - 05.2021
Morning Stocker
Ross
06.2020 - 08.2020
High School Diploma -
Martin Luther King High School
Business Administration And Management
Georgia State University
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