Detective/Loss Prevention Resume Example University Of Wisconsin System

DETECTIVE/LOSS PREVENTION

Professional Summary

Enthusiastic retired police officer eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of company goals. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in aiding and assisting civilian training through extensive law enforcement career.

Skills

Detail-oriented
Teamwork
Organization and Time management
Responsible
Critical thinking
Analytical skills

Reading comprehension
Written Communication
Concise
Video surveillance proficiency
Verbal and written communication
MS Office

Work History

Detective/Loss Prevention, 04/2013 to 06/2020
University Of Wisconsin System – Milwaukee , WI

Investigate criminal violations against the person or property of any customer or Associate committed on company premises.
Promote shortage awareness and theft deterrence among associates by conducting meetings and participating in security sponsored training events.
Prepare prompt and complete reports relative to all theft incidents, merchandise recoveries, accident investigations, audits and other activities as assigned by the Security Manager.
Streamlined shrink management program and trained Loss Prevention Officers.
Audited store on monthly basis to identify deficiencies and identified potential causes.
Performed security walks around store to monitor employee and customer activities.
Analyzed POS data to support employee compliance with procedures and investigate suspicious activity.
Interviewed employees and suspects and drafted reports to assist law enforcement.
Established solid client base by identifying company resources, determining client risk factors and promoting solutions that alleviated risk potential.
Upheld strict security and safety procedures to protect business from financial losses due to theft or careless mismanagement.
Increased company understanding of loss control strategies through on-site client training seminars and implementation of new programs.
Worked with clients and risk management specialists to provide meaningful solutions that met client needs.
Prepared reports for clients and underwriters regarding property loss features and recommendations for improvement and future needs.
Enhanced training processes for both clients and departments to increase overall functionality.
Identified company resources, determined client risk factors and promoted solutions to establish solid client base.
Provided meaningful solutions by garnering teams of risk management specialists to meet client needs.
Coached, directed and mentored employees in loss investigation and reporting techniques.
Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.

Police Officer, 09/2001 to 09/2012
Virginia Commonwealth University – Richmond , VA

Assigned to the Uniformed Patrol Division.
Involved in numerous investigations within the Detective Bureau.
Duties included surveillance and investigations.
Assigned to the New Milford Police Department Gang Task Force.
Assigned to the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office Narcotic Task Force.
Assigned to the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office Computer Crimes Unit.
Instructor for New Milford Junior Police Academy.
Conduct interviews in person and by phone to obtain, clarify and verify information.
Follow various policies and procedures on a daily basis.
Explain policies and procedures to the general public on a daily basis.
High aptitude for meeting and dealing with the general public.
Efficiently resolve discrepancies as well as clarify issues in order to make final decisions.
Provide referral services, identify and investigate potential abuses.
Proficiently gather facts and evidence to make critical decisions.
Prepare prompt, concise and complete reports.
Establish confidence and put others at ease.
Aptitude to organize and express thoughts clearly and intelligently.
Elevated ability to listen, follow guidelines and commands.
Delegate instructions with use of clear speech.
Extremely motivated and high attention to detail.
Actively patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
Translated command mandates into actionable policies for frontline officers and detectives.
Reported deficient streetlights, signs and road surfaces to keep residents safe.
Educated staff members on proper field procedures to boost public trust in officers.
Delivered courtroom testimony in numerous criminal cases per year.
Accompanied new officers during shifts to evaluate performance and resolve any incorrect behaviors.
Led shift briefings to inform officers of important considerations such as properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
Determined appropriate course of criminal prosecution by analyzing and evaluating information.
Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
Engaged with local individuals and community leaders at events to discuss ways to reduce crime.
Managed crime scenes to protect personnel and preserve evidence.
Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
Spearheaded investigations into gang related activities.
Sorted, organized and eliminated tips on daily basis to keep open investigations moving forward.
Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
Issued traffic citations for violations of traffic laws.
Conducted thorough investigations of serious injury accidents.
Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries.
Answered calls from citizens and business owners for help in various situations and emergencies.
Reduced lead times on criminal investigations to effectively address greater number of criminal violations.
Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
Worked with investigations team to surveil and capture various offenders for possession and distribution of illegal narcotics and prescription drugs.
Coordinated swift and tactical responses to criminal issues.
Checked accuracy and integrity of collected information to identify optimal course of investigation.
Discussed with offenders links between criminal behavior and anger management problems or drug and alcohol abuse.
Notified emergency personnel of incidents and accidents requiring medical assistance and aid.
Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
Executed operational protocols for criminal and non-criminal violations.
Booked suspects into custody by processing mug shots and fingerprints.
Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
Validated evidence for admissibility and preserved evidence to be utilized court hearings.
Checked all vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
Supervised and led tour operations at various times.
Maintained tight controls during static and mobile surveillance operations to protect validity and usefulness of evidence collected.
Policed assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance.
Debriefed arrested individuals to collect important information for ongoing investigations.
Processed, verified and utilized tips to initiate speedy resolutions for investigations.
Conducted numerous interviews with targets, witnesses and subjects.
Issued warnings and citations for traffic violations.
Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
Promoted safe driving conditions by quickly identifying and removing disabled vehicles and obstructions from roadways.
Conducted stationary and mobile surveillance.
Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine course of action.

Police Officer, 11/1998 to 09/2001
Guttenberg Police Department – City , STATE

Assigned to the Uniformed Patrol Division.
Assigned to Street Crimes Unit (plain clothes detail).
Duties included surveillance and investigations.
High aptitude for meeting and dealing with the general public.
Conduct interviews in person and by phone to obtain, clarify and verify information.
Follow various policies and procedures on a daily basis.
Elevated ability to listen, follow guidelines and commands.
Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
Reported deficient streetlights, signs and road surfaces to keep residents safe.
Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine course of action.
Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
Conducted stationary and mobile surveillance.
Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
Issued warnings and citations for traffic violations.
Debriefed arrested individuals to collect important information for ongoing investigations.
Policed assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance.
Checked all vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
Booked suspects into custody by processing mug shots and fingerprints.
Notified emergency personnel of incidents and accidents requiring medical assistance and aid.
Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries.
Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
Issued traffic citations for violations of traffic laws.
Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.

Education

Bachelor of Science: National Security Studies, 2013
New Jersey City University - City, State

Additional Information

Fluent in Italian and Sicilian

Resume Overview

School Attended

New Jersey City University

Job Titles Held:

Detective/Loss Prevention
Police Officer

Degrees

Bachelor of Science : National Security Studies , 2013

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