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Ryan Mahan

Ballston Lake,NY

Summary

Diligent law enforcement professional looking to expand on a career of public service.. Impeccable integrity and the skills to handle a wide range of jobs. Work background comprises of Police Sgt., school liaison, School Resource Officer, Director of cadet post, loss prevention manager, district manager, and union president.

With over 20 years in law enforcement, numerous role, some listed above. Currently holding the rank of Sgt., assigned to supervising the day shift.

Dedicated loss prevention professional, successful at reducing shrink for organizations in the retail sector through audits, OSHA compliance, adherence to safety protocols, and investigations.. Implemented effective theft deterrent policies and recruited talented individuals with a wealth of theft deterrent experience. Provided education and training to employees, as well as ensuring safety protocols were established and maintained.

As the union president, the main goal was labor relations. Proven expertise in maintaining positive relations between employers and employees. Successful in negotiating and managing collective agreements with a fair approach. Knowledgeable about fair practices and equal employment requirements. Maintained and fostered a relationship with community members. Implemented a community outreach and volunteer program. Natural leader and accomplished law enforcement professional with strong history of success as skilled [Job Title]. Handling demanding shift management challenges and tactical situations. Demonstrated abilities in meeting coverage requirements and building highly professional team.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patrol Sergeant

Saratoga County Sheriff's Office
01.2022 - Current
  • Led teams by example, consistently demonstrating correct behaviors and enforcing policies and procedures.
  • Guided officers through difficult situations, backing up teams onsite and advising on strategic decisions.
  • Backed up patrol officers during difficult stops or to answer complex questions.
  • Structured assignments for subordinates based on current patrol priorities, special requirements and individual strengths.
  • Active shooter trainer
  • Threat assessments
  • Evidence technician
  • Police instructor
  • Director of youth program

Deputy Sheriff

Saratoga County Sheriff's Office
10.2004 - Current
  • School liaison
  • School resource officer
  • Certified police instructor
  • Evidence technician
  • Director of County youth program
  • Member of county school safety team
  • Commercial vehicle enforcement
  • Community outreach and safety presentations
  • Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
  • Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
  • Organized criminal documents such as logs, records, reports, and agendas to streamline processing and improve traceability.
  • Identified suspicious activity and conducted interviews with witnesses to build cases.

Police Benevolent Association President

Saratoga County Deputy Sheriff's PBA
01.2017 - Current
  • Foster strong labor relations between employees and employer
  • Safety and compliance
  • Pubic Information Officer
  • Negotiate and interpret labor contracts
  • Interview employees
  • Employee orientations
  • Community liaison
  • Community outreach and volunteer

District Loss Prevention Manager

Kmart
01.1998 - 01.2003
  • Employee interviews
  • Safety Compliance
  • OSHA reporting
  • Conduct routine audits
  • Minimize shrink percentages
  • Manage employees
  • Conduct training
  • Completed incident reports and activity logs for accurate, current records.
  • Risk management assessments
  • Accident reports
  • Investigated and documented thefts and suspicious activity to improve issue prevention.
  • Patrolled store premises to detect and prevent shoplifting and security breaches.
  • Trained personnel on security best practices, protocols and procedures.
  • Liaised with law enforcement and security personnel in issue investigation.
  • Trained all new executives and asset protection personnel.
  • Created and maintained records of security incidents and investigations.
  • Installed and maintained covert security equipment.

Education

Certification - Police

Police Academy
Whitehall, NY
08.1999

High School Diploma -

Clayton A Bouton High School
Voorheesville, NY
09.1997

Skills

  • Report Writing and Approval
  • Investigations
  • Critical Thinking
  • Software Proficiency
  • NYS Certified Police Instructor
  • Community Outreach Initiatives
  • CCTV Surveillance
  • Managing Crisis Situations
  • Problem Analysis and Resolution
  • Evidence Tech

Certification

Incident command

Evidence technician

Police Instructor

Emergency vehicle operator instructor

Public Information Officer

Youth safety and protection

Police Supervision

Interview and interrogation

OSHA training

Hazmat training

First aid

Commercial vehicle enforcement

Threat assessment

Active shooter

Timeline

Patrol Sergeant

Saratoga County Sheriff's Office
01.2022 - Current

Police Benevolent Association President

Saratoga County Deputy Sheriff's PBA
01.2017 - Current

Deputy Sheriff

Saratoga County Sheriff's Office
10.2004 - Current

District Loss Prevention Manager

Kmart
01.1998 - 01.2003

Certification - Police

Police Academy

High School Diploma -

Clayton A Bouton High School

Incident command

Evidence technician

Police Instructor

Emergency vehicle operator instructor

Public Information Officer

Youth safety and protection

Police Supervision

Interview and interrogation

OSHA training

Hazmat training

First aid

Commercial vehicle enforcement

Threat assessment

Active shooter

Ryan Mahan