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Taal Harris

Newark,NJ

Summary

I am a dedicated law enforcement officer with 10 years of experience as a patrol officer, investigations detective, and community policing specialist. Through my experience, I have become more proficient in problem-solving, critical thinking, and organizational skills. I excel in high-pressure situations and while working independently on investigations. Recognized for my integrity and leadership, I became a more resourceful team member. Additionally, I am skilled with Microsoft Office, which enables me to develop strategies and prioritize requests.

I seek a role that values hard work and dedication, where I can contribute to team success and drive organizational excellence.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Security Supervisor

Metlife Stadium
04.2025 - Current
  • Maintained a secure environment for employees and visitors by enforcing policies.
  • Ability to handle stressful situations and intoxicated guests in a calm and professional manner.
  • Providing excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with guests and provide a positive experience.
  • Conducting regular patrols of assigned areas within the stadium to ensure security and order.
  • Enforcing stadium rules and policies to maintain a safe and enjoyable environment for all attendees.


Police Detective

Orange Police Department
12.2016 - Current
  • To Protect and To Serve people of the community
  • Apprehend violators of the law when necessary
  • Conducts preliminary and follow-up criminal and traffic investigations.
  • Respond to calls for service
  • Detective in the Investigative Bureau
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
  • Solved complex criminal cases by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing critical thinking skills.
  • Developed strong relationships with community members, promoting trust and cooperation in law enforcement efforts.

Correctional Officer

Essex County Correctional Facility
12.2015 - 12.2016
  • Maintaining order
  • Enforcing rules, monitoring inmate activities
  • Ensuring the safety of other institutional employees and visitors
  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items(weapons or drugs).
  • Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.

Toll Collector/Roadway Maintenance

New Jersey Turnpike Authority
09.2005 - 12.2015
  • Work as a team or alone, also need strong written/verbal communication skills
  • Conducted Roadside Assistance, Landscaping & periodic Construction
  • React to accidents and severe weather by providing assistance, controlling traffic, and clearing debris.
  • Conduct regular inspections, spread asphalt, perform crack sealing
  • Duties that involved communicating with government officials on ‘To Do’ issues involving R.S.A.
  • Collecting cash while providing excellent customer service
  • Being Proficient in handling money, making change, and performing basic calculations.
  • Being able to work at a fast paced environment to maintain a steady traffic flow.
  • During transactions must be able to classify vehicles correctly


Security Officer

Sunstates Security
10.2013 - 03.2014
  • Deter, Detect, Observe and Report
  • Tours are made every half hour to an hour around the premises
  • Able to assist individuals with sources of information
  • Ability to work with a professional demeanor.

Assistant Store Manager

Footaction U.S.A
12.2009 - 08.2010
  • Held Assistant Manager Position
  • Ensuring the best available merchandise in line with the latest sales trends
  • Outstanding verbal communication skills
  • Significant use of strong PC and organizational skills
  • Driving sales through exceptional customer service
  • Having the ability to work well under pressure
  • Problem solving, conflict resolutions, scheduling

Authorized Sales Representative

Clear
07.2008 - 12.2008
  • Door to Door salesman
  • Selling phone/internet products or services to the general public
  • Dealing with customers face to face, closing sales and motivational principles
  • Customer Service & Satisfaction

Education

NJ SORA Certified -

Culinary Arts

Hudson Community College
05.2013

Bachelor's Degree - Business Management

Clayton State University
12.2009

Associate's Degree - Business Administration

Dean College
05.2006

Skills

  • Safety management
  • Goal oriented

  • Strategic planning
  • Adaptable to changing demands

Certification

  • Technology In Criminal Investigations
  • Bombing Surveillance Detection
  • Dignitary Proctection

Timeline

Security Supervisor

Metlife Stadium
04.2025 - Current

Police Detective

Orange Police Department
12.2016 - Current

Correctional Officer

Essex County Correctional Facility
12.2015 - 12.2016

Security Officer

Sunstates Security
10.2013 - 03.2014

Assistant Store Manager

Footaction U.S.A
12.2009 - 08.2010

Authorized Sales Representative

Clear
07.2008 - 12.2008

Toll Collector/Roadway Maintenance

New Jersey Turnpike Authority
09.2005 - 12.2015

Culinary Arts

Hudson Community College

Bachelor's Degree - Business Management

Clayton State University

Associate's Degree - Business Administration

Dean College

NJ SORA Certified -

Taal Harris