VINCENT CASENDINO
Chester,USA
Summary
Law enforcement professional with commitment to protecting public safety and upholding law. Known for reliability, adaptability, and strong sense of duty, contributing to cohesive team environment. Possesses key skills in crisis management and community outreach, ensuring effective collaboration and positive outcomes.
Over nine years of service enforcing rules and authority for good of all citizens. Passionate about saving lives, protecting victims and crime prevention. Exceptional history of job performance and recognition for going beyond call of duty for citizens.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Orange Police Department
29 Park Street Orange, NJ 07050
06.2022 - Current
- Respond to emergency and non emergency calls for service from citizens and business owners.
- Patrol assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Secure crime scenes, gather evidence, and question witnesses.
- Handle domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalate tensions and provide appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Effectively diffuse potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force is necessary.
- Reduce criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Investigate and reporte crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Respond immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support if necessary.
- Conduct preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Manage crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
- Apprehend suspects to include processing (fingerprinting, ECDR and transporting offenders to jail).
- Conduct searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Utilize clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Provide testimony in court proceedings.
- Built excellent rapport with the residents and business owners to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Conduct checks of vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
Police Officer
East Orange Police Department
15 South Munn Avenue, East Orange, NJ 07018
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, building trust between law enforcement and the community members.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Responded to emergency calls for service from citizens and business owners.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
Correctional Police Officer
New Jersey Dept. Of Corrections
Annandale, NJ, USA
03.2015 - 11.2021
- Assigned to Mountainview Youth Correctional Facility in Annandale, NJ.
- Supervised inmates in secure and non secure areas ranging from 4 to 120.
- Responded to all emergencies (medical, fire, fights etc).
- Complete daily activity log and reports.
- Ensure inmates adhere to rules and regulations.
- Safely transported inmates in accordance with department policies to work sites, hospitals, funerals etc.
- Conducted internal and perimeter security checks.
- Conducted searches and property for evidence of contraband or escape daily.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections of transport vehicles and equipment.
- Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
- Maintained communications with all other areas of the facility at all times.
- Maintained correct physical head count at all times.
- Attended regular trainings and maintained appropriate certifications.
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services
Hackettstown, NJ, USA
11.2012 - 01.2014
- Assigned to two client sites: Thomas & Betts Elastimold and Mars Chocolate North America Inc.
- Conducted routine tours of the interior and perimeter of both facilities.
- Completed shift activity reports, daily activity reports, and incident reports.
- Patrolled facilities and served as a general security presence and visible deterrent to crime and rule infractions.
- Reported all incidents, accidents and medical emergencies to law enforcement.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies, bomb threats and fire alarms.
- Answered alarms and investigated disturbances.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Trained new Security Officers in company policies, ensuring consistent knowledge across the team and adherence to established procedures.
Enlisted-Corporal(E-4)
NJ Army National Guard/Army Reserve
Dover, NJ, USA
10.2011 - 10.2018
- Successfully completed Basic Combat Training and Advanced Individual Training at Fort Benning in Georgia.
- Served under the 50th Infantry Brigade Combat Team in the 102nd 1st Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron and 113th Infantry Division in Headquarters/Headquarters Company as a Mortarman (11C).
- Served under the 854th Engineer Battalion in the 668th Engineer Company in Orangeburg NY as a Carpentry and Masonry Specialist (12W).
- Army Achievement Medal, Humanitarian Service, State Service, NJNG Good Conduct, NJNG Merit Award, Commanders Certificate of Achievement.
Sales/ Assistant Manager
Breslow Home Design Center
Chester, NJ
03.2010 - 03.2015
- Designed and suggested new display ideas to improve accessibility to merchandise.
- Expressed appreciation and invited customers to return to the store.
- Successfully interacted with customers and retail buyers to expedite orders.
- Assisted customers with store and product complaints.
- Managed cash stock and inventory balances accurately.
- Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and returns professionally, ensuring a positive experience for all clients.
- Increased sales by building strong customer relationships and providing excellent service.
- Processed transactions accurately while maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Remained calm and poised in high-stress, dynamic environment to promote service to customers and staff.
- Established rapport with customers using active listening and interpersonal skills.
Education
Some Credits - Criminal Justice
County College of Morris
Law Enforcement
Essex County Police Academy
Cedar Grove, NJ05-2022
Some Credits - Law Enforcement
Basic Course For State Corrections Officers
Sea Girt, NJ06-2015
Some Credits -
Basic Combat Training/Advanced Individual Training
Columbia, Georgia05-2012
High School Diploma -
Mount Olive High School
Flanders, NJ06-2010
Skills
- Certified First Aid Training
- Automated External Defibrillator Training
- Firearms Proficiency
- Proven Leadership Skills
- Proficient in Defensive Strategies
- Non-Lethal Weapons Proficiency
- Strong Analytical Thinker
- Highly Organized
- Military Experience
- Clear and Concise Reporting
- Certified CPR Training
- Effective Decision-Making During Crises
- Mediation and Negotiation Skills
- Efficient Task Management
- Integrity and honesty
- Patience and empathy
- Mental resilience
- Cultural awareness
- Court testimony
- Community relations
- Crime scene preservation
- Evidence collection protocols
Timeline
Police Officer
Orange Police Department
06.2022 - Current
Police Officer
East Orange Police Department
12.2021 - 05.2022
Correctional Police Officer
New Jersey Dept. Of Corrections
03.2015 - 11.2021
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services
11.2012 - 01.2014
Enlisted-Corporal(E-4)
NJ Army National Guard/Army Reserve
10.2011 - 10.2018
Sales/ Assistant Manager
Breslow Home Design Center
03.2010 - 03.2015
Some Credits - Criminal Justice
County College of Morris
Law Enforcement
Essex County Police Academy
Some Credits - Law Enforcement
Basic Course For State Corrections Officers
Some Credits -
Basic Combat Training/Advanced Individual Training
High School Diploma -
Mount Olive High School