Ryan Hoffman
McDonald,PA
Summary
Extensive training, professional background and dedication to my work makes me an excellent candidate for the role of armed security guard. My time in the military and the department of corrections have taught me how to handle stressful situations and work successfully both on my own and with a team to meet the objective. I am passionate about using my skills in the right capacity to protect people and property. One of the most important aspects of a good security guard is remaining calm and controlled in any situation that arises and I have the personality and experience to follow this requirement to the letter.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Security Officer
Burgettstown Area School District
11.2023 - Current
- Recorded observations and occurrences and interviewed witnesses to complete and submit incident report.
- Responded promptly to reported concerns or incidents, addressing issues effectively and efficiently.
- Served as initial contact for campus visitors and provided directions to specific buildings, events and classrooms.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Implemented access control measures to prevent unauthorized entry onto school property.
- Enhanced school safety by performing regular patrols and monitoring security cameras.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
Public Safety Officer
Pittsburgh Technical College
07.2023 - Current
- Maintain security and safety of students and faculty at all times
- Control egress and ingress
- Hourly rounds around the campus to ensure safety
- Excellent communication and rapport with students and coworkers.
School Security Officer
Montour Elementary School
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Maintain security and safety of students and faculty at all times
- Monitor CCTV
- Control egress and ingress points
- Control vehicle traffic coming in and out of the school compound
- Excellent communication skills with parents, students, and staff.
- Responded promptly to reported concerns or incidents, addressing issues effectively and efficiently.
- Served as initial contact for campus visitors and provided directions to specific buildings, events and [Type].
- Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Implemented access control measures to prevent unauthorized entry onto school property.
- Enhanced school safety by performing regular patrols and monitoring security cameras.
- Issued access cards to authorized personnel to monitor access points.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Leveraged physical or verbal techniques to investigate suspicious activities and resolve concerns.
Supervisor of Maintenance
Mama Jane's Eatery
01.2019 - 04.2022
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to ensure timely task completion
- Worked with staff to resolve on-site problems, improve operations, and provide exceptional customer service
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
- Identified equipment failures and initiated corrective actions
- Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements.
Correctional Officer
PA Department Of Corrections
- Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll call
- Maintained custody and control of 2200 inmates housed in a level 1-5 security unit
- Received and inspected mail, property, and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates
- Created and maintained arrest files on all inmates processed through jail
- Investigated attempted escapes and conducted searches for escaped inmates
- Verified facility security by inspecting plumbing, outside areas, locks, and cells for potential hazards
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release
- Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness, and safety
- Issued cleaning supplies, comfort items, laundry, and all basic meals
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
Assistant Maintenance Director
Mercer Area School District
03.2002 - 06.2018
- Safely and effectively handled a wide range of cleaning products and solutions
- Assessed operating conditions and adjusted settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity
- Reduced opportunities for theft and trespassers by securing all entrances and exits
- Reported issues to superintendent so that effective resolutions could be immediately put into place
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications to identify most effective ways to approach electrical and plumbing projects
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks, including sweeping, pulling weeds, painting, and power washing
- Removed damaged portions of walls, walkways, partitions, and other similar structures in preparation for repairs
- Examined alarm systems and monitors to meet carbon monoxide and fire standards and safeguard personnel
- Reviewed technical documentation to perform accurate repairs on diverse equipment
- Performed locksmithing tasks by installing new locks, door handles, and door closures
- Finalized work on building systems by completing basic carpentry and other finish work
- Thoroughly cleaned and lubricated parts to keep all equipment operating at peak performance.
Head Soccer Coach
Mercer Area High School
08.2001 - 06.2016
- Improved player behavior through modeling and disciplinary interventions.
- Promoted a growth mindset among players by emphasizing personal development goals alongside team objectives.
- Boosted player development through personalized coaching, skill assessments, and individualized feedback.
- Built positive, productive training environments fostering team unity and camaraderie.
- Evaluated game footage to identify opportunities for tactical adjustments and targeted training sessions.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing strategic training programs and practice sessions.
- Led the team to multiple regional victories with focused game strategies and effective communication techniques.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Maintained player safety through careful practice and game supervision.
- Maintained accurate records of player statistics, tracking individual progress throughout each season.
- Optimized player performance through personalized training and nutrition plans.
- Built strong relationships with parents and guardians to maintain open lines of communication regarding player progress and expectations.
United States Army Ranger
United States Army
03.1992 - 06.1995
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Learned discipline and how to function independently and within a team setting.
- Directed logistical training procedures in accordance with military regulations.
- Led basic reconnaissance operations and reported enemy movements to commanding officers.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance and explosives.
- Maintained security of local areas and performed route clearance for visiting high-ranking officials.
- Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency and knowledgeable assistance.
Education
Corrections Officer - Corrections Officer
PA Dept of Corrections Training Academy
Elizabethtown, PA08.2017
High School Diploma -
Mercer Area Senior High School
Mercer, PA05.1991
Skills
- Care, Custody and Control
- Excellent rapport with students
- Materials requisition
- Preventive Maintenance
- Maintenance and repair
- Crisis intervention
- Soccer coach for 17 years
- Firearms Training
- De-Escalation Techniques
- CCTV Monitoring
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Crisis Management
Certification
- ACT 235 certified
- ACT 67 certified
- National Threat Evaluation and Reporting
- First Aid
- CPR
- AED
- OC certified
- Taser certified
Timeline
School Security Officer
Burgettstown Area School District
11.2023 - Current
Public Safety Officer
Pittsburgh Technical College
07.2023 - Current
School Security Officer
Montour Elementary School
08.2022 - 07.2023
Supervisor of Maintenance
Mama Jane's Eatery
01.2019 - 04.2022
Assistant Maintenance Director
Mercer Area School District
03.2002 - 06.2018
Head Soccer Coach
Mercer Area High School
08.2001 - 06.2016
United States Army Ranger
United States Army
03.1992 - 06.1995
Correctional Officer
PA Department Of Corrections
Corrections Officer - Corrections Officer
PA Dept of Corrections Training Academy
High School Diploma -
Mercer Area Senior High School
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