Karol Hoffman
E-mail: ***********@*****.***
OBJECTIVE:
A challenging career where my education, training and experience can be utilized.
EDUCATION:
NICK HARRIS DETECTIVES ACADEMY
Van Nuys, California
LOS ANGELES VALLEY COLLEGE
Van Nuys, California
NORTH HOLLYWOOD HIGH SCHOOL
North Hollywood, California
QUALIFICATIONS:
My character and background have given me the experience, patience and sincere openness needed in working with diverse individuals and groups. I enjoy challenges and learning. I am fully bilingual in English and Spanish.
EMPLOYMENT:
2018-2023
IHSS Kern County Aging and Adult Services
In Home Services Caretaker
Specialized in taking care of all needs regarding my elderly mother who suffered from Alzheimer's and Dementia.
2007-2018
Self Employed
Performed Private Investigator duties working together as needed with several other Private Investigator Agencies on different cases.
2005-2007
Nick Harris Detectives Academy
General Internship
Performed various duties in many different assigned cases.
Several Other Agencies~ various duties on many different “on-call” cases.
1991-2005
Los Angeles Unified School District, Lankershim Elementary School.
Special Education Bilingual Resource Educator
Assessed and assisted in coordinating placement for Special Education Students. Identified and tested eligible students for special education programs as well as supplied teachers with results on a weekly basis. Worked together with psychologists, nurses, speech therapists and various other specialists to create individual educational plans for each student and their needs.
INVESTIGATIVE TRAINING:
Skip Tracing, Report Writing, Photography, Criminal Investigations, Statements, Assets Search, Videography, Case Manager, Undercover Operations, Locksmith, Print Dusting, Document Research, Surveillance Operations, Backgrounds, Finger Printing, Executive Protection, Self Defense, Polygraphs Administration, Missing People, Non-lethal Chemicals, Air Taser Use and Safety, Firearms Use and Safety. Combative, self-defense and defenses against threats with handgun.
OTHER QUALIFYING LICENSING, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
*Licensed and Bonded Process Server
*California Concealed Weapon License Holder
*Arizona Concealed Weapon License Holder
*Guard Card Holder
*Personable, with excellent co-worker employee relations
*Fully Bilingual in English and Spanish
*Computer literate
* Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills
*Very reliable, with outstanding attendance and on time record
*Advanced artistic skills
*Certificate from Los Angeles Unified School District for Special Education Skills
*Verification from Los Angeles Unified School District of –No child left behind act- NCLBA
*Verification of High School Graduation
*Verification of qualifying College Transcripts
* CPR, First Aid and Safety Training
*Experienced in working with autistic children and adults
*Experienced in working with adults suffering from Alzheimer's and Dementia
REFERENCES:
*Available upon request
At your earliest convenience, I would like to meet with you to discuss how my skills might benefit your agency. Please feel free to call me at 818-***-**** to arrange a meeting time or you may also e-mail me at: ***********@*****.***.
Thank you for your time and consideration for this position. I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Karol Hoffman