Ryan Polk
Smithfield,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with strong leadership skills and history in security and law enforcement. Offering exceptional communication skills and network of community resources. Well-versed in assisting with and working and law enforcement cases.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nuclear Security Officer
Huntington Ingalls Industries
04.2023 - Current
- Performed regular foot and mobile patrolling on entire protected area, vital area and gates to monitor nuclear facility security.
- Ensured proper security and handling of classified and sensitive materials, documents and information
- Responsible for safeguarding nuclear materials and warships being built and repaired for the United States Navy.
- Monitored and checked vehicles, personnel and possessions at all entry and exit points.
- Conduct investigations into incidents and complete detailed reports.
Laborer
U.S. Navy
06.2022 - 04.2023
- Use motorized pallet jacks, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill including backhoes, front-end loaders, dump trucks and tractors.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Demonstrated skilled use and maintenance of landscape tools and equipment.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
Cable Technician
Cox Communications
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Install, disconnect, troubleshoot and repair products using radio frequency signal, including cable, high speed internet, telephony, home security and automation services
- Work with various types of coaxial cable, category 3, category 5 and other low voltage wire
- Tested cables using tools such as volt-OHM meters, spectrum analyzers, and signal level meters.
- Planned layouts and ran cable into buildings and through walls, attics, and crawl spaces.
- Read and interpret electrical wiring and plant service schematics.
Police Officer
Town of Smithfield
02.2018 - 09.2021
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Serve as an investigator in the Criminal Investigations Division
- Identified witnesses and collected statements to gather information and pursue remedies for violations of legal standards.
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations and documented in a detailed report.
Claims Adjuster
Geico
11.2016 - 02.2018
- Examined claims forms and other records to determine insurance coverage.
- Reviewed police reports, medical treatment records, and physical property damage to determine extent of liability.
- Conducted comprehensive interviews of witnesses and claimants to gather facts and information.
- Evaluated insurance policies and analyzed damages to determine coverage.
- Documented all investigation activity and presented reports to management.
Police Officer
City of Norfolk
01.2016 - 10.2016
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Answered emergency calls for assistance from citizens and business owners.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
Campus Security Officer
Nazareth College
07.2015 - 01.2016
- Conducted regular campus security patrols and handled incidents promptly to maintain overall safety for staff, students and visitors.
- Enforced ongoing and special event parking regulations and issued parking tickets to violators.
- Documented safety and security incidents using preset guidelines and methods.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
Security Officer II
Unity Health System/ Rochester Regional Health
10.2013 - 07.2015
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Successfully completed training in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) modules: ICS-100, and ICS-700 and CPR/AED training.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
State University of New York At Brockport
Brockport, NY05.2015
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Monroe Community College
Rochester, NY05.2013
High School Diploma -
Webster Thomas High School
Webster, NY06.2010
Skills
- Activity Logging and Reporting
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Crime Trend Analysis
- Crime Scene Processing
- Investigative Reports
- Investigative Interviews
- Time Management
Certification
- Virginia DCJS Basic Law Enforcement
- Certified Background Investigator
- Western Tidewater Crisis Intervention Team
- 2019 American Legion Officer of the Year
- 2020 Hampton Roads Crime Stoppers “Top Cop”
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Safety and Health
Timeline
Nuclear Security Officer
Huntington Ingalls Industries
04.2023 - Current
Laborer
U.S. Navy
06.2022 - 04.2023
Cable Technician
Cox Communications
09.2021 - 06.2022
Police Officer
Town of Smithfield
02.2018 - 09.2021
Claims Adjuster
Geico
11.2016 - 02.2018
Police Officer
City of Norfolk
01.2016 - 10.2016
Campus Security Officer
Nazareth College
07.2015 - 01.2016
Security Officer II
Unity Health System/ Rochester Regional Health
10.2013 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
State University of New York At Brockport
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Monroe Community College
High School Diploma -
Webster Thomas High School
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