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Vernon Wade

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Dependable Amtrak Officer with track record of success in field, attention to detail and proactive mindset. Seeks opportunities to improve processes and workflows for team benefit. Conscientious, hardworking and excels at multitasking in fast-paced environments. Analytical professional with technical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in data-driven environments. Tackles challenges with positivity and drive to overcome. Works great alone or with others and consistently exceeds expectations. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Amtrak Officer

Amtrak
Wilmington , DE
08.2010 - Current
  • Monitored and investigated suspicions persons and situations and unusual activities.
  • Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
  • Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings and varied incidents.
  • Supported positive relationships between community leaders and general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens and visitors.
  • Documented observations and actions by radioing information and completing reports.
  • Executed law enforcement patrol functions in assigned locations for extended periods of time.
  • Responded promptly to activated alarms for fires and burglaries.
  • Patrolled assigned areas both on foot and in motor vehicles, maintaining awareness and providing valuable community surveillance.
  • Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
  • Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Answered calls per shift to assist with customer questions and concerns.
  • Participated in regular meetings with upper management regarding progress updates on current initiatives.
  • Responded quickly to dispatch and took appropriate action at crime and disaster scenes.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.

Carpenter

CBH Homes
Philadelphia, PA
01.1997 - 07.2024
  • Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
  • Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
  • Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
  • Inspected tiles, wall coverings or woodwork for breakage or damage.
  • Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
  • Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
  • Prioritized work, keeping carpentry jobs on task and within budget.
  • Reviewed jobsite needs with foreman and coordinated construction.
  • Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional team to define features and build powerful and easy-to-use products and customer-facing workflow tools.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
  • Fabricated staircases, doors, window frames and other wooden components for buildings.
  • Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
  • Used band, circular and compound miter saws.

School Police Officer

School District of Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA , PA
09.2001 - 06.2007
  • Patrolled designated to identify criminal activities, issue citations, prevent incidents and serve warrants.
  • Observed surveillance cameras regularly throughout the day for any possible threats.
  • Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, playgrounds and other areas of the school.
  • Attended meetings with faculty members, administrators and parents regarding student behavior issues.
  • Modified existing software systems to enhance performance and add new features.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Conducted daily patrols of school grounds and buildings to maintain order, provide security, and respond to emergencies.
  • Maintained safe and secure environments for court proceedings.
  • Supervised extracurricular activities such as sporting events or dances.
  • Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
  • Assisted in conducting investigations into alleged violations of school policy or state laws by interviewing witnesses and collecting evidence.
  • Educated students about safety issues including bullying prevention strategies, internet safety tips and drug awareness information.
  • Enforced truancy and delinquency regulations.
  • Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.

Security Supervisor

Day & Zimmermann
Philadelphia, PA
02.2000 - 08.2001
  • Implemented new security protocols to prohibit trespassing and increase safety.
  • Improved resource planning and allocation by streamlining security and administrative programs, business management operations and inventory control.
  • Floated between security locations to check in with officers, assess security and make proactive adjustments based on changing conditions.
  • Developed and implemented preventative measures against accidents, thefts and other risks.
  • Led and directed investigations of accidents, thefts and property loss on premises.
  • Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance cameras.
  • Participated in continuing education and seminars to learn about latest threats and risk prevention methods.
  • Provided ongoing coaching, feedback, development opportunities, discipline when necessary to ensure employees are meeting expectations.
  • Hired, trained and managed staff 200 associates.
  • Implemented new technologies such as biometric systems or facial recognition software into existing Security infrastructure.
  • Communicated and enforced compliance with state and local laws while emphasizing company standards of professionalism and safety.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
  • Monitored entire facility using CCTV while simultaneously performing dispatch duties.

Education

High School Diploma -

JOHN BARTRAM
Philadelphia, PA
06-1999

Some College (No Degree) - Theology

Palmer Theological Seminary of Eastern University
King Of Prussia, PA

Skills

  • Search and Seizure
  • Work Coordination
  • Investigation Leadership
  • Court Appearances
  • Reporting and Documentation
  • Report Writing
  • Emergency Response
  • Strategic Planning
  • Emergency Response Coordination
  • Asset Protection
  • Community Relations
  • Report Preparation
  • Information Verification
  • Investigation Management
  • Traffic Direction
  • Evidence Collection
  • Rule Enforcement

Certification

Destination Diversity: Awareness2Action

Records Information Management (RIM)

Records & Email Management-Phase II CBT

AHA Standard First Aid

AHA Heartsave / AED 2 Year

Movable Point Frog - CBT

AMT-2B Mechanical CBT2

Security CBT Refresher

Information Security Awareness Trng

Workplace Harassment Prevention

Cyber Security Awareness Training 2020

Ready.Set.Learn Individual Development Plan

Introduction to Diversity and Inclusion

COVID-19 Safe Workplace Training

Workplace Harassment Prevention eLearning (Fundamentals)

Employee Code of Ethics and Standards for Behavior

Driver Safety and Dashcam Awareness for Drivers eLearning

TSA Prepare, Observe, Assess, and Respond Security Training eLearning

Phishing Fundamentals

Introduction to Ransomware

Social Engineering Red Flags

Timekeeping Basic Navigation for APD

Workplace Harassment Prevention (Fundamentals) eLearning

Employee Code of Ethics and Standards for Behavior

Sales Management Foundations

Amtrak Police Department Human Trafficking Awareness Training

Management Foundations

Onboarding New Hires as a Manager

Ready.Set.Learn Individual Development Plan (Recorded session

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Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited

Timeline

Amtrak Officer

Amtrak
08.2010 - Current

School Police Officer

School District of Philadelphia
09.2001 - 06.2007

Security Supervisor

Day & Zimmermann
02.2000 - 08.2001

Carpenter

CBH Homes
01.1997 - 07.2024

High School Diploma -

JOHN BARTRAM

Some College (No Degree) - Theology

Palmer Theological Seminary of Eastern University

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