ROLANDO PADRON
City of Miami Police Department
Miami,FL
2
Languages
8
years of professional experience
A Florida International University graduate committed to advancing a career in law enforcement. Recognized for a strong work ethic, adaptability, and the ability to thrive both independently and collaboratively. Currently serving as a City of Miami Police Officer, dedicated to embracing new challenges and continuously enhancing professional skills to achieve excellence in service. Passionate about positively contributing to my organization and ready to assume new challenges with dedication.
Work History
Police Officer
1 Year 9 Months- Responded to emergency calls, providing timely assistance to citizens in distress.
- Enforced laws, ensuring public safety and compliance within assigned patrol areas.
- Conducted thorough investigations on criminal activities, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Communicated effectively with diverse populations to promote understanding, strengthen rapport, and foster trust between law enforcement and community members served.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before force escalation was necessary.
- Provided accurate testimony in court proceedings.
Transportation Security Officer
1 Year 11 Months- Reviewed IDs and other paperwork to verify personal information and checked for fraudulent documents.
- Secured restricted areas, ensuring compliance with safety protocols to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Utilized metal detectors, wands and X-ray screening machines to perform thorough searches for prohibited items on individuals, belongings and cargo.
- Operated explosive detection system to resolve alarms on possible and confirmed threats.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities throughout the screening process.
- Conducted full-body pat-downs on high-risk individuals and those who opted out of the standard screening process.
- Monitored and identified suspicious behavior to proactively address potential threats and enhance security measures.
- Maintained a full-time schedule of 40 hours to support team objectives.
Retail Sales Associate
5 Months- Monitored sales floor to identify customers in need of assistance and merchandise requiring replenishment.
- Assisted customers by asking open-ended questions to understand needs and suggest suitable merchandise.
- Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
- Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new products, attract customers and enhance sales.
- Hours per week: 25-30
Delivery Driver / Warehouse Associate
1 Year- Loaded trucks and safely secured merchandise to prevent damage during transportation.
- Communicated frequently with dispatch to relay route changes and delays impacting customer delivery timetables.
- Received merchandise into warehouse, relocated products using forklifts and pallet jacks and processed orders for shipment.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Hours per week: 25-35
Grocery Stock Clerk / Cashier
1 Year 6 Months- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
- Preserved appearance of store by arranging and replenishing displays and merchandise racks.
- Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
- Hours per week: 20-30
Cashier
7 Months- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash and credit card.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
- Routinely performed cleaning of windows, floors, tables, and restrooms to ensure a clean work environment and lobby area
- Hours per week: 20-35
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
- Magna Cum Laude
- Minor in Marketing
- 2019-2022: Dean's List
- Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Recipient
- 3.8 GPA
High School Diploma
- Passed 4 Advanced Placement college-level courses
- Member of French Honor Society
- 3.5 GPA
Skills
CPR/First aid certified
Firearms proficiency
Report writing
Critical thinking
Conflict resolution
Strong ethical standards
Awards
- City of Miami Police Academy Chief Clarence Dickson Academic Excellence Award
- City of Miami Police Academy Top Gun Award
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Police Officer
City of Miami Police Department
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
Transportation Security Officer
TSA
01.2023 - 12.2024Read More
Retail Sales Associate
BrandsMart USA
07.2022 - 12.2022Read More
Delivery Driver / Warehouse Associate
Team Worldwide
04.2021 - 04.2022Read More
Grocery Stock Clerk / Cashier
The Fresh Market
10.2019 - 04.2021Read More
Cashier
Taco Bell
03.2019 - 10.2019Read More
Florida International University
Bachelor of Science from Criminal Justice
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Terra Environmental Research Institute
High School Diploma
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