Vincent L Avery
Chicago,IL
Summary
Qualified Security Officer with experience maintaining safety for grounds and facilities. Talented at roving control and entrance control. Successfully remains calm in high-pressure situations and interactions with difficult individuals. I am an observant professional accustomed to working alone to maintain security at facilities. Knowledgeable about detecting and preventing incidents, reporting crime and providing basic first aid. Thorough understanding of enforcement policies coupled with deep familiarity of safety equipment.
Skilled professional competent in conducting patrols, monitoring entrances and escorting visitors to maximize building security. Good report writing, recordkeeping and multitasking abilities with solid history of success at and facilities. Keen to offer several years of experience and take on challenging new role.
i am a 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. 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.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
City of Chicago Colleges
Chicago, IL
02.2023 - Current
- Operated communication systems between officers stationed throughout the facility. Utilized radio communication with other personnel when patrolling secured areas.
- Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance. Ensured that all persons entering the college were directed to their areas without delay.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
- Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of security policies and procedures.
- Monitored entrances and exits for unauthorized personnel or prohibited items being brought onto premises.
Sergeant of Police
City Of Chicago Police Department
Chicago , IL
11.2004 - 08.2019
- Conducted surveillance operations to detect and apprehend narcotics traffickers.
- Provided testimony regarding arrests made during narcotics investigations in court hearings.
- Assisted in developing strategies for long-term narcotic investigations.
- Searched vehicles, buildings, and individuals for contraband drugs or evidence of criminal activity.
- Maintained records of confiscated items such as cash, weapons, and drugs for court proceedings.
- Assisted prosecutors in preparing cases against those arrested for drug offenses.
Police Officer/ Narcotics Investigator
City Of Chicago Police Department
Chicago, IL
07.1990 - 10.2004
- Attended training sessions to maintain proficiency in law enforcement techniques.
- Advised citizens on safety precautions and preventive measures against crime.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Utilized various technologies including computers, cameras, and radar guns to complete job duties.
- Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
- Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Partnered with team members to implement service initiatives and achieve team objectives.
- Eliminated process discrepancies and accurately investigated felony-level property and violent crimes while preparing, submitting and aiding district attorney prosecution cases.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Law Enforcement Management
Calumet College of St. Joseph
Whiting, IN05-2004
High School Diploma -
Dunbar Vocational HS
Chicago, IL05-1979
Skills
- Emergency Management
- Arrest procedures
- Crime Prevention
- Emergency Response
- Stationary surveillance
- Investigation documentation
- Electronic surveillance
- Identification verification
- Staff Management
- Criminal Investigations
- Surveillance expertise
- Report Writing
Certification
- Northwestern University training course Identifying Lies & Disguise
- Drug Enforcement Agency narcotics training for police & sergeant drug investigations
Accomplishments
University of Chicago Maroon & White Award
Numerous Chicago Police Department Awards
Timeline
Security Officer
City of Chicago Colleges
02.2023 - Current
Sergeant of Police
City Of Chicago Police Department
11.2004 - 08.2019
Police Officer/ Narcotics Investigator
City Of Chicago Police Department
07.1990 - 10.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Law Enforcement Management
Calumet College of St. Joseph
High School Diploma -
Dunbar Vocational HS
- Northwestern University training course Identifying Lies & Disguise
- Drug Enforcement Agency narcotics training for police & sergeant drug investigations
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