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Ross Ritter

Maple Grove,MN

Summary

Dedicated and resourceful Army veteran, law enforcement officer, and security company owner/operator with a passion for logistics. Possessing a strong background and a deep desire to protect and serve, vigilant in approach to every task. Seeking to leverage skills and experience in a challenging position that allows utilization of expertise in a new role.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner Operator

Protection and Threat Resources
2021.01 - 2023.06
  • Managed risk management, loss prevention, and safety operations across various event venues, private entities, and businesses, operating 24 hours a day, 7 days week
  • Oversaw team of up to 100+ security personnel and managed daily administrative functions, including scheduling, performance evaluations, and corrective action
  • Responsible for development and creation of all standard operating procedures and ensuring compliance with Minnesota State license-holder requirements
  • Partnered with stakeholders to ensure continuous quality improvement through policy and procedure development
  • Completed leadership rounding of multiple sites to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures and client expectations.

Certified Armed Protection Officer

G4S Secure Solutions, MISO Energy
2020.03 - 2020.12
  • Responsible for armed response to any violent threat presented at MISO location
  • Maintain daily activity reports, security incident reports, and system malfunction reports
  • Perform patrols to validate building, employees, and properties are safe and secure
  • Access control, monitoring CCTV and Lenel / Onguard transactions
  • Issue all guests visitor passes and ensure all employees had proper identification.
  • Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.

Area Manager Security Supervisor

Whelan Event Staffing Services
2017.10 - 2020.01
  • Provide event security at U.S
  • Bank Stadium, TCO Performance Center, Target Center, Minneapolis Convention Center, Allianz Stadium, and other event venues
  • Manage up to 7 supervisors, operating 60-100 staff or more
  • Prior to events, assign duties, manage team member allocation, ensure magnetometers and equipment is functional and distributed
  • Served as Assistant Security Manager for MN Vikings Training Camp for 2018 and 2019 seasons
  • During MN Vikings games, served as VIP escort and controlled VIP access, assisting with field security as needed
  • During U.S
  • Bank Super Bowl, supervised staff providing security for NFL teams and musical acts
  • Provided personal security for headliners and athletes.

Event Security Officer

The Armory
2018.02 - 2018.08
  • Provide security during concerts and other events at venue, ensuring all guests have a safe and enjoyable experience
  • Prior to event, screen guests for weapons and appropriate behavior while entering through magnetometers and wands
  • Screen guests for appropriate event tickets and/or wristbands to ensure appropriate levels of access to restricted areas
  • Disrupt and de-escalate violent or disruptive behavior, escorting individuals from the venue, and partnering with the city of Minneapolis Police Department officers when needed.
  • Conducted training sessions for new security personnel to facilitate compliance with security protocols.

Staff Sergeant

U.S. Army, Iowa National Guard
1994.06 - 2015.03
  • Organized professional with expertise in managing resources and optimizing performance. Proficient in providing valuable insights and supporting decision-making processes. Committed to enhancing productivity and contributing to overall success.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Member of Wounded Warrior Transition Battalion in Fort Riley, KS. From November 2008-June 2012.
  • Deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, from October 2005-August 2007.
  • I was squad leader in charge of nine soldiers and millions of dollars of equipment during combat operations outside secure bases.
  • Selected as rear detachment Supply Sergeant in support of Operation Enduring Freedom from May 2003 to February 2004.
  • I was leader of maintaining millions of dollars of unit's equipment and planning logistics for deploying soldiers and soldiers that stayed back with the rest of the unit.
  • I was selected as one of 102 soldiers to complete Operation Desert Spring, vital security mission in Saudi Arabia form October 2000 to February 2001.
  • Completed Protective Service Driver's training course. After completion I was driving uparmored Suburbans providing security and escorting high ranking US dignitaries and US Generals.

Patrol Officer

Waterloo Police Department
2005.05 - 2010.05
  • Patrol officer for city of 68,000 citizens
  • Performed traffic stops and issued citations or made arrests when necessary
  • Completion of all required documentation and further investigation into crimes when necessary.

Deputy Sheriff

Black Hawk County Sheriff's Office
2000.02 - 2005.03
  • Served as pod officer in jail monitoring up to 50 inmates
  • Ensured all inmates were in compliance with regulations and maintained safety standards
  • Assist with inmates processing at time of arrival to jail, as well as transfer to maximum security when needed
  • Provided courtroom security, prisoner transport, patrol duties as needed and served search warrants and subpoenas.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice -

Belford University
Houston, Texas
06.2007

Law Enforcement Administration - undefined

Iowa Law Enforcement Academy
Des Moines, IA
06.2000

Skills

  • Team Management
  • Weapons Screening
  • Loss Prevention
  • Emergency Response
  • Law Enforcement
  • Confidential Personal and Executive Security
  • Certified Armed Protection
  • Incident Command
  • Personnel Management
  • Operations Oversight
  • Operations Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Staffing
  • Hiring

Certification

  • Protective Service Drivers Training
  • National Incident Management System
  • PPCT (2022)
  • Personal Protection Training - Qualification Course on Firearms (2022)
  • Baton, Impact Weapons, Handcuffs and OC Spray (2022)
  • Certificate of Homeland Security
  • Hazardous Materials Response Operations
  • Introduction to the Incident Command System
  • ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
  • Iowa Law Enforcement

Personal Information

Title: Security Professional

Awards

  • Expert Weapons and Grenade Badge
  • Combat Infantry Badge
  • Overseas Service Ribbon
  • Global War on Terrorism Medal
  • National Defense Service Medal (2nd Award)
  • Army Good Conduct Medal (3rd Award)
  • Iraq Campaign Medal with Two Campaign Stars
  • Army Achievement Medal (3rd Award)
  • Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
  • Non-Commissioned Officer Ribbon
  • Armed Forces Reserve Medal with M Device (2nd Award)
  • Driver and Mechanical Badge with Driver-Wheeled Vehicle Clasp

Timeline

Owner Operator

Protection and Threat Resources
2021.01 - 2023.06

Certified Armed Protection Officer

G4S Secure Solutions, MISO Energy
2020.03 - 2020.12

Event Security Officer

The Armory
2018.02 - 2018.08

Area Manager Security Supervisor

Whelan Event Staffing Services
2017.10 - 2020.01

Patrol Officer

Waterloo Police Department
2005.05 - 2010.05

Deputy Sheriff

Black Hawk County Sheriff's Office
2000.02 - 2005.03

Staff Sergeant

U.S. Army, Iowa National Guard
1994.06 - 2015.03

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice -

Belford University

Law Enforcement Administration - undefined

Iowa Law Enforcement Academy
  • Protective Service Drivers Training
  • National Incident Management System
  • PPCT (2022)
  • Personal Protection Training - Qualification Course on Firearms (2022)
  • Baton, Impact Weapons, Handcuffs and OC Spray (2022)
  • Certificate of Homeland Security
  • Hazardous Materials Response Operations
  • Introduction to the Incident Command System
  • ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
  • Iowa Law Enforcement
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