Zarek Jones
Hays,MT
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a background in law enforcement and firefighting. Known for strong attention to detail and stress management skills, contributing to effective emergency responses and community safety initiatives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Fort Belknap Law Enforcement
Harlem, Montana
03.2025 - Current
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain community safety and order.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided immediate support at incidents.
- Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
- Conducted traffic stops and issued citations for violations.
- Collaborated with community members to address safety concerns and build trust.
- Assisted in crime scene management and evidence collection procedures.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting incidents, arrests, and investigations.
- Eliminated process discrepancies and accurately investigated felony-level property and violent crimes while preparing, submitting and aiding district attorney prosecution cases.
Wildlan Firefighter
U.S Fish and Wildlife Service
Roy, Montana
05.2023 - 10.2024
- Suppressed wildfires using hand tools and equipment for effective fire management.
- Conducted fire line construction to contain and manage active fire incidents.
- Built containment lines around the perimeter of an active wildfire using shovels, Pulaskis and chainsaws.
- Conducted mop-up operations to extinguish remaining hot spots, minimizing risk of wildfire re-ignition.
- Assisted in prescribed burns to promote habitat restoration and ecosystem health.
- Assisted in hazardous fuels reduction projects, including cutting brush, felling trees, and chipping debris, to mitigate wildfire risks.
- Participated in safety briefings ensuring team awareness of hazards and protocols.
- Trained new recruits on safety practices and basic firefighting techniques for skill development.
- Assisted in training new firefighters on proper use of safety gear and techniques for containing wildfires.
- Monitored weather conditions to determine potential impacts on fire behavior.
- Performed backfire operations to contain advancing fires by burning fuel ahead of them.
- Operated firefighting vehicles while adhering to safety regulations and guidelines.
- Operated pumps connected to high-pressure hoses.
- Collaborated with team members during emergency response operations for efficient coordination.
- Coordinated with both federal and state agencies during incident response activities.
- Maintained firefighting tools and equipment to ensure operational readiness and reliability.
- Attended daily briefings with crew members to discuss strategy for upcoming shifts.
- Organized fire caches and positioned equipment to enhance response effectiveness during emergency calls.
Maintenance Technician
U.S Fish and Wildlife Service
Malta, Montana
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Maintained equipment and tools for wildlife conservation projects.
- Assisted in routine inspections of facilities and machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to complete maintenance tasks efficiently.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials on-site.
- Documented maintenance activities in service reports accurately.
- Supported environmental initiatives through facility upkeep and cleanliness.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Cleaned work areas to ensure safety and organization. to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dodson High School
Dodson, MT05-2021
Skills
- Law enforcement
- Equipment operation
- CPR/First aid certified
- Detail orientation
- Stress resilience
- Effective communication
Timeline
Police Officer
Fort Belknap Law Enforcement
03.2025 - Current
Wildlan Firefighter
U.S Fish and Wildlife Service
05.2023 - 10.2024
Maintenance Technician
U.S Fish and Wildlife Service
04.2022 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
Dodson High School