Robert Derfus
Oro Valley,AZ
Summary
Qualified Police Officer with proven law enforcement and patrol procedures mastery. Demonstrated skills in emergency response, crime prevention, and developing community relations. Notable strength in maintaining public safety, decision-making, and enforcing laws. Impact of previous roles include improved community relations and lowered crime rates.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Security Officer
Amphitheater Public Schools
Tucson, AZ
08.2022 - Current
- Secure campus by monitoring doors and gates, unlocking as necessary for access.
- Observe student behaviors during lunchtime and events for safety.
- Oversee extracurricular activities to maintain a safe environment for students and community.
Patrol Supervisor
Saddlebrooke Two
Tucson, AZ
06.2024 - 07.2024
Reserve Deputy Sheriff
Cochise County Sheriff's Office
Bisbee, AZ
02.2020 - 05.2024
- All aspects of law enforcement.
Security Officer
Catalina Foothills School District
Tucson, AZ
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Monitored student movements and enforced campus security protocols during school hours.
- Oversaw security operations for sporting events, ensuring safety and compliance.
- Checked student vehicles for contraband.
- Secured and unlocked doors and gates as needed.
- Managed camera systems for effective surveillance and incident documentation.
- Directed traffic during parent pickup to ensure orderly flow and safety.
- Identified and removed unauthorized individuals on campus.
- Maintained accurate logs of all security-related activities for accountability.
Security Officer
Amphitheater Unified School District
Tucson, AZ
08.2017 - 08.2021
Board of Directors Member
88 Crime
Tucson, AZ
04.2017 - 02.2018
Police Officer
Town of Marana
Marana, AZ
04.1997 - 04.2017
- Senior K9 handler and certified K9 trainer.
- Designed and oversaw weekly K9 in-service training.
- Enforced state criminal law, state traffic law, and civil laws.
- Conducted traffic stops, narcotic interdiction, interviews, and criminal investigations.
- Detection of crimes in progress.
- Responded to emergency calls for service.
- Patrolled high-crime areas to deter crimes and ensure public safety.
- Processed evidence.
- Expertly delivered courtroom testimony.
- Conducted professional demonstrations and public speaking to educate the community.
Deputy Sheriff
Cochise County
Bisbee, AZ
10.1992 - 03.1997
- All aspects of law enforcement.
Deputy Town Marshall
City of Tombstone
Tombstone, AZ
11.1991 - 10.1992
- All aspects of law enforcement.
Education
Basic Police Officer Certification - Law Enforcement
Central Arizona College
Casa Grande, AZ11-1992
GED - Basic State required education
Cochise College
Sierra Vista, AZ10.1988
Skills
- Supervisor (10 years of experience)
- Emergency management
- Law enforcement
- Security
- Surveillance
- Dog handling
- Public speaking
- Teaching
Certification
- ATV/UTV Training, August 2011 to Present
- Elder Abuse Training, Module 1-2, May 2005 to Present
- Mandatory School Reporting, Arizona Police Officer Standards and Training Board, April 2005 to Present
- Master Instructor NarcoPouch Identification, February 2004 to Present
- Hazardous Communication Training, Southwest Risk Services, April 2003 to Present
- Supervisors Training, January 2003 to Present
- Highway Drug Investigations, Florida Department of Highway Patrol, October 2002 to Present
- Police K9 Patrol and Detector Certifying Official, National Police Canine Association, July 2002 to Present
- Initial Incident Commander/Command Systems, Tucson-Pima County Office of Emergency Management, October 2000 to Present
- Police Service Dog Instructor, February 2000 to Present
- Commercial Vehicle Level 2 Inspector, October 1996 to Present
- Evidentiary Photography, Basic Course, June 1995 to Present
- Field Training Officer, December 1994 to Present
- Interview and Interrogation, Arizona Law Enforcement Officers Advisory Council, November 1993 to Present
- Child Abuse & Molest Interviewing Techniques, Cochise County Sheriff's Department, October 1992 to Present
- Police Officer Certification, Central Arizona Regional Law Officers Training Academy, February 1992 to Present
- Hazardous Materials Training, Arizona Division of Emergency Services, December 1991 to Present
- CPR/AED/First-Aid
- Class D Driver's License
Awards
- McGruff Top Dog Award, April 2017
- Sons of the American Revolution Commendation Award, February 2014
- Officer of the Year, February 2013
- Life Saving Medal, February 2013
- Officer of the Year, January 2005
- Sons of the American Revolution Commendation Award: Unit Citation, February 2014
- Deans List, February 1992, Central Arizona College
Professional References
- Joseph Bianculli, (520) 971-9400, 8501 N. Wanda Road, Tucson, AZ, 85704
- Lucas Wilkinson, (520) 403-0980, 7500 E. Mary Drive, Tucson, AZ, 85730
- Wesley Henson, (520) 904-4798, 12425 N. Waterside Drive, Marana, AZ, 85653
Timeline
Patrol Supervisor
Saddlebrooke Two
06.2024 - 07.2024
Lead Security Officer
Amphitheater Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Security Officer
Catalina Foothills School District
08.2021 - 05.2022
Reserve Deputy Sheriff
Cochise County Sheriff's Office
02.2020 - 05.2024
Security Officer
Amphitheater Unified School District
08.2017 - 08.2021
Board of Directors Member
88 Crime
04.2017 - 02.2018
Police Officer
Town of Marana
04.1997 - 04.2017
Deputy Sheriff
Cochise County
10.1992 - 03.1997
Deputy Town Marshall
City of Tombstone
11.1991 - 10.1992
Basic Police Officer Certification - Law Enforcement
Central Arizona College
GED - Basic State required education
Cochise College