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Robert Swanson

Spokane Valley,WA

Summary

Highly trained Individual proficient in equipment, techniques and tools useful for public safety operations. Coordinates safety-first approaches to every incident. Resourceful, hardworking and dependable professional. Brings 10 years of experience in public safety.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Firefighter/EMT

Spokane Valley Fire Department
Spokane Valley, WA
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
  • Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
  • Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
  • Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.

Police Officer

Spokane International Airport
Spokane, WA
07.2008 - 01.2012
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
  • Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
  • Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
  • Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
  • Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
  • Determined appropriate course of criminal prosecution by analyzing and evaluating information.
  • Conducted thorough investigations of serious injury and fatality traffic accidents.
  • Validated evidence for admissibility and preserved evidence to be utilized court hearings.

School Resource Officer

Central Valley School District
Spokane Valley, WA
09.2006 - 06.2008
  • Provided security and safety to school staff and students.
  • Performed conflict resolution between student body, parents, teachers, and administration.
  • Collaborated with administration and teachers to develop crisis plans.
  • Conducted school security inspections.
  • Investigated criminal matters occurring within school and on school property, compiling findings into detailed activity reports.
  • Documented safety and security incidents using preset guidelines and methods.
  • Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
  • Drafted reports of property damage, theft, accidents and unusual occurrences to document daily activities and irregularities.
  • Obtained CPR and First Aid certifications in preparation for on-campus emergencies.

Sheriffs Deputy

Spokane County Sheriffs Department
Spokane, WA
01.2005 - 02.2006

The duties of this position were the same as Police Officer at Spokane International Airport.

Police Officer

City Of Pullman
Pullman, WA
07.2002 - 01.2005

The duties of this position were the same as Police Officer at Spokane International Airport.

Social Studies Teacher

Republic School District
Republic, WA
09.1999 - 06.2002
  • Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
  • Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
  • Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
  • Utilized curriculum which reflected diverse educational, cultural and linguistic background of student body.
  • Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
  • Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
  • Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
  • Developed instructional aids for classroom use and encouraged student participation.

Education

Associate Of Applied Arts - Administration of Justice/Law Enforcement

Spokane Community College
Spokane, WA
11.2001

Bachelor Of Applied Arts - Education/Kinesiology

Whitworth University
Spokane, WA
01.1999

Skills

  • Incident Safety
  • Drills and Demonstrations
  • Accident Site Response
  • Emergency Response Procedures
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Investigative Report Preparation
  • Crisis Situations
  • Accident Reporting

Timeline

Firefighter/EMT

Spokane Valley Fire Department
01.2013 - 01.2016

Police Officer

Spokane International Airport
07.2008 - 01.2012

School Resource Officer

Central Valley School District
09.2006 - 06.2008

Sheriffs Deputy

Spokane County Sheriffs Department
01.2005 - 02.2006

Police Officer

City Of Pullman
07.2002 - 01.2005

Social Studies Teacher

Republic School District
09.1999 - 06.2002

Associate Of Applied Arts - Administration of Justice/Law Enforcement

Spokane Community College

Bachelor Of Applied Arts - Education/Kinesiology

Whitworth University
Robert Swanson