Nico C. Courtney adwqa5@r.postjobfree.com
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Professional experience in an exemplary 23-year law enforcement career working in a fast-paced, stressful environments demanding quick decision making, delegation, teamwork, and effective communication skills. Consistently served with the upmost honesty, integrity, and ethical standards for effective law enforcement service rendered to the public. Provided confident and poised interactions with people of all ethnicities. Resourceful towards diligently completing all assigned job tasks while having the ability of multitasking when necessary. Other job-skills also include:
Comprehensive Report Writing * Effective Communication Skills * Interview Skills
Background Investigations * Word Processing & Typing * Problem Solving
Team Player * L.E. Computer Operations * Detail Oriented
Applying ORS Laws * Applying ORS Vehicle Code * Criminal Investigations
EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS
Gaming Functions
Completed comprehensive gaming investigations of all major gaming companies located domestically and internationally for suitability to both the Oregon Lottery and Oregon Casino entities
Completed highly complex reporting protocols relating to gaming company suitability and findings
Consistent travel and regular interaction(s) with corporate representatives and agents of any given gaming entity both domestically and internationally
Established a positive rapport with all representatives and agents of gaming entities domestically and internationally
Familiar with ORS / OAR’s / and Tribal MICS and applied to investigative protocols
Worked closely with the Oregon Department of Justice (“DOJ”) pertaining to complex gaming investigative issues
Completed Class II and III gaming employee background investigations for suitability for both the Oregon Lottery and Oregon Tribal Casino entities
Completed all other gaming-related crimes as assigned
HR Administrative Functions
Coordinated with the HR Director with strategies for effective hiring and recruitment.
Created and incorporated a policy and procedure manual for future job protocols for the Gaming Commissioner
Obtained strict confidential phone / in-person complaints and forwarding to the appropriate parties
Conducted employee personnel investigations and attended employee hearings at the direction of the HR Director
Hiring & Firing protocols
Computer Operations
Certifications in an array of various law enforcement computer programs such as; LEDS/NCIC, Live Scan, Dun & Bradstreet, and Lexis Nexis
Proficient in Windows programs such as Word, Outlook and Excel
Management & Supervision
Participated in staff recruitment, hiring, training, and scheduling. Track and report progress to management staff.
Supervised supporting staff members.
As “owner & operator,” managed and supervised employees and staff members in my espresso & bakery business entitled “Savanna’s”
PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
TriMet Transportation Portland Metro Locations, Portland, Oregon 02/14 – 11/16
PSE CLERK US Post Office, Parkrose, Oregon 09/13 – 01/14
DETECTIVE WS PD / Gaming Commission, Warm Springs, Oregon 03/09 – 06/13
HR RECRUITER Kahneeta Resort & Casino, Warm Springs, Oregon 04/07 – 01/08
BUSINESS OWNER “Savanna’s” Espresso & Bakery, Mt. Angel, Oregon 08/05 – 04/07
DETECTIVE Oregon State Police Gaming Divisions, Salem, Oregon 06/93 – 08/05
EDUCATION
Mt. Hood Community College, Gresham, OR (Fall 2012 – Summer 2013)
** Graduated June 2012 AAS Associates Degree **
Portland State University, Portland, OR (Fall 2016 – June 2020)
** Graduated June 2020 - Urban & Public Affairs, BS Degree. Dean’s List Recipient**
VOLUNTEER SERVICE
Meals on Wheels (2017)
5325 NE MLK Blvd
Portland, OR 97211
Oregon Food Bank (2018)
7900 NE 33rd Ave
Portland, OR 97211
Portland State University Food Pantry (2019)
1800 SW 6th Ave
Portland, OR 97207
Portland State University “Free Food Bank” (2019)
1800 SW 6th Ave
Portland, OR 97207
Friends of Trees (2019)
3117 NE MLK Blvd
Portland, OR 97212
PROFESSIONAL CHARACTER REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
2/2021