Ronald Young
New Milford,CT
Summary
Reliable Retired Police Officer dedicated to saving lives, protecting the community, increasing community safety and decreasing crime rates. Brings 28 years of street-level policing to protecting citizens. Dedicated to maintaining public safety through proactive community engagement. Motivated Small Business Owner with proven record of success managing daily operations of business. Versed in monitoring day-to-day operations, reviewing sales reports and hiring and training top talent. Charismatic leader focused on generating repeat business. Well-rounded small business owner offers account management, budgeting and customer relations expertise paired with outstanding leadership and communication abilities. Spirited and hardworking professional with several years of experience growing and stabilizing business.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Armed School Security Officer
Town of New Milford, CT
New Milford, Connecticut
08.2023 - Current
- Conducted daily patrols of school premises to detect any suspicious activity and ensure safety of students, staff and visitors.
- Assisted in the implementation of emergency response plans during drills or actual emergencies.
- Inspected doors, windows and other points of entry for signs of tampering or damage.
- Reported all hazardous conditions or equipment malfunctions to appropriate authorities immediately.
- Provided guidance to visitors on school policies upon entering the building.
- Performed regular checks around campus buildings for potential hazards.
- Participated in emergency, evacuation and shelter drills to prepare for health or safety emergencies.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
- Warned violators of rule infractions and escorted unauthorized persons off premises.
Police Officer/Motorcycle Officer
Town of New Milford, CT
New Milford, CT
03.1998 - 07.2023
- Protected citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws and apprehending suspects.
- Communicated with victims, suspects and witnesses to gather and provide information regarding criminal events.
- Patrolled assigned areas both on foot and in motor vehicles, maintaining awareness and providing valuable community surveillance.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
- Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects to conduct thorough criminal investigations.
- Interviewed witnesses and victims to determine critical details relevant to each case.
- Issued traffic tickets and wrote incident reports according to commissioner specifications.
- Documented observations and actions by radioing information and completing reports.
- Observed and recorded details of criminal events according to departmental protocol.
- Directed traffic at high-volume special events for public safety and order.
- Responded promptly to activated alarms for fires and burglaries.
- Performed CPR and other rescue techniques on individuals in medical emergencies.
- Served criminal warrants and subpoenas to suspects in public and private locations.
School Resource Officer
Town of New Milford, CT
New Milford, CT
01.2010 - 01.2020
- Mentored students to help foster positive and safe learning environment.
- Built safety plans and provided guidance on updating plans.
- Mediated conflicts between students and teachers.
- Collaborated with probation officers, school representatives and other key individuals in community to support adolescents and families.
- Participated in emergency, evacuation and shelter drills to prepare for health or safety emergencies.
- Performed security oversight, traffic control and crowd control at special events and campus activities.
- Conducted investigations of incidents, collected physical evidence and interviewed suspects, witnesses and victims.
- Responded to emergency calls regarding illnesses, accidents and disturbances.
- Enforced institutional rules, regulations and laws regarding student conduct to maintain safe campus.
- Managed building access control systems and developed lock and unlock protocols with key control.
- Enforced truancy and delinquency regulations.
- Conducted daily patrols of school grounds to ensure safety of students and faculty.
- Maintained a visible presence in classrooms, hallways, and other areas on campus.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance as needed.
- Responded to emergency situations such as fights, medical issues, or suspicious activity.
- Provided support to school staff with discipline issues involving students.
- Investigated reports of bullying and harassment among students.
- Developed relationships with students by engaging in conversations and activities.
- Assisted law enforcement agencies with investigations related to criminal activity on campus.
- Participated in community outreach programs designed to improve relations between the school district and local law enforcement agencies.
- Intervened when necessary to prevent potential conflicts from escalating into violence.
- Provided training sessions for faculty members regarding security protocols for handling emergencies.
- Attended meetings with school personnel concerning student discipline issues or safety concerns.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, counselors, parents and guardians, and other stakeholders to create safe learning environments for all students.
Small Business Owner
R & R Protective Services
New Milford, CT
03.2009 - 01.2019
- Created budgets and monitored expenses to stay within budget limits.
- Developed business plans and strategies to grow small business.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers, and customers.
- Managed staff recruitment, hiring, training, and development.
- Oversaw daily operations of small business including customer service and financial management.
- Established partnerships with other businesses in related industries for mutual benefit.
- Reviewed company performance metrics on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement or growth potentials.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations while running the business.
- Advised employees on best practices regarding safety protocols and procedures.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members and customers when necessary.
- Participated in local community activities to promote the brand's visibility and reputation.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Supervised company social media and marketing efforts to expand brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Designed detailed business plans to outline finances, goals and operations of company.
- Studied business laws to comply with legal and administrative requirements.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
Police Officer
City Of Hartford
Hartford, CT
03.1995 - 03.1998
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Organized crime scene investigation, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
- Maintained order during civil disturbances or protests.
- Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
- Investigated suspicious persons or activities to determine if criminal activity was present.
- Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.
- Ensured compliance with local laws by performing periodic safety inspections of businesses.
- Patrolled assigned areas both on foot and in motor vehicles, maintaining awareness and providing valuable community surveillance.
- Gathered evidence, interviewed victims and interrogated suspects to conduct thorough criminal investigations.
- Performed CPR and other rescue techniques on individuals in medical emergencies.
Loss Prevention Manager
Bradlees Department Store
New Milford, CT
01.1988 - 03.1995
- Conducted investigations into suspected internal and external theft cases, including interviewing personnel and witnesses.
- Monitored store surveillance systems to identify potential shoplifting incidents.
- Developed and enforced loss prevention policies, procedures, and standards for all stores.
- Trained new employees on company security protocols and safety regulations.
- Provided feedback to store management regarding potential risks or violations of security protocol.
- Served as liaison between corporate office, law enforcement agencies, and local businesses in order to prevent theft activities.
- Investigated suspicious activity at point-of-sale registers or other areas of the stores.
- Reviewed incident reports from store personnel and investigated further when necessary.
- Monitored loss prevention operations to minimize impact of shrink and identify theft and fraud.
- Interviewed individuals suspected of internal theft or shoplifting.
- Monitored loss prevention operations to reduce impact of loss and identify theft and fraud.
- Reviewed loss prevention exception reports and cash discrepancies.
- Maintained documents of all loss prevention activity.
- Monitored employees entering and leaving property, inspecting parcels or packages.
- Watched for customer and employee theft, identifying shoplifters and signs of dishonesty.
Education
Post-Degree Certificate - Law Enforcement
Hartford Police Academy
Hartford, CT03-1995
High School Diploma -
Danbury High School
Danbury, CT06-1986
Skills
- Community Relations
- Traffic Control
- Report Writing
- Patrol Procedures
- Traffic Laws
- Conflict De-Escalation
- CPR/First Aid Certified
- Crime Scene Processing
- Fingerprinting
- Officer Training
- Interrogation Techniques
- Emergency Planning
- Search and Seizure Laws Familiarity
- Search and Seizure Warrants
- Campus Operations
- CCTV Monitoring
- Ground Patrol
- Premises Surveillance
- First Aid Certified
- Surveillance
- Honest and Dependable
- First Aid Training
- Punctuality
- Law Enforcement Collaboration
- Professional Demeanor
- Student Security
- Reliable and Responsible
- CPR Certified
- Security Procedures Knowledge
Timeline
Armed School Security Officer
Town of New Milford, CT
08.2023 - Current
School Resource Officer
Town of New Milford, CT
01.2010 - 01.2020
Small Business Owner
R & R Protective Services
03.2009 - 01.2019
Police Officer/Motorcycle Officer
Town of New Milford, CT
03.1998 - 07.2023
Police Officer
City Of Hartford
03.1995 - 03.1998
Loss Prevention Manager
Bradlees Department Store
01.1988 - 03.1995
High School Diploma -
Danbury High School
Post-Degree Certificate - Law Enforcement
Hartford Police Academy
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