Derrick Bernard Gelzer, Sr.
Sherwood, AR 72120
adx6kz@r.postjobfree.com
Seeking a position in the field of: Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement
City - State – Federal - Private
Hardworking, Disciplined and dedicated with a strong work ethic
Possess seven years of Security experience
Documented record as a leader, motivator and innovative resourceful problem solver
Meet challenges that I encounter head on, works well in high stress conditions
Education and Training:
Park University, Parkville, MO, BS, Criminal Justice 2017
Graduate Internship –June – Dec 2016 North Little Rock Police Department
Oklahoma School of Construction, Oklahoma City, OK 2009
U.S Marine Security Forces School – Quantico, VA 1990
U.S Marine Corp School of Infantry Training – Camp Lejeune, NC 1989
U.S Marine Basic Training-Parris Island, S. C
Jean Ribault High School – Jacksonville, FL 1989
Professional Experience
Professional Truck Driver
2017 – 2020
Responsibilities: Operated flatbed and dry van trucks. Completed driver paperwork in an accurate and timely manner. Operated vehicles in a safe manner to prevent accidents. Highly effective time management skills. High energy and dependable with a proven ability to produce within a demanding work schedule. All forty-eight states, Canada and Mexico.
Internship, North Little Rock Police Department
2016 – 2017
Responsibilities: Applied concepts, theories and the techniques learned in the classroom to assist in solving problems. Participated in ride-alongs with patrol officers; Observed various policing activities including accident investigations, traffic enforcement, criminal investigations and preventive patrol. Received training in the department on records and computer systems, public records law, privacy and confidential concerns, the court/judicial process, investigative and operational procedures, fiscal management and research methodologies.
School Security Officer
2010 - 2013
Responsibilities: Patrol and monitor all school grounds to ensure the safety and well-being of students and staff and security of the facility. Remove disruptive students from classrooms when needed and escort to office for disciplinary action. Prepare incident reports. Utilized good communication skills to prevent student conflicts and fights and advise students of consequences if rules are violated. Monitor and report unusual activities or unauthorized persons on campus. Operate a two-way radio to communicate with school office and other security personnel. Assist in detaining an offender until a situation is resolved. Responsible for monitoring fire systems and security cameras 40 to 60 hours a week
Crane Operator, NCCO Certified
2007 – 2009
Responsibilities: Responsible for inspecting the condition of selected work site prior to setting up crane, manipulating the crane to hoist position and transport materials such as machinery, equipment and other construction products. Constantly monitor to see how much material could safely be lifted upon weather conditions and the capacity of the crane. Inspected and maintained crane against any defect or malfunctions. Prepared paperwork, checked for accuracy and ensured it was submitted timely. Responsible for maintaining all files related to individual jobs.
U.S. Army – Combat Infantryman
2003 – 2007
Responsibilities: Assisted in the performance of reconnaissance operations. Carried out the job of Security Specialist. Performed security checks and detained prisoners. Performed foot patrols. Developed leadership skills through intense training, classes and evaluations. Served as an infantry gunner and operated communications and signal equipment to send, receive and relay orders.
References available upon request.