Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
50
50
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Investigator
TC Energy
Fort McMurray, Alberta
01.2022 - 01.2023
Forsythe Security Services and Off Duty Services
Produced professional reports outlining findings of cases, expenses incurred and any important incidents.
Tracked claimants through routine and notable activities and documented findings with videos, photographs and audio recordings.
Compiled exceptional notes on movements of individuals and collected documentation.
Stayed in open communication with supervisors to maintain operational safety and submit timely reports.
Collected documentation such as witness statements, video recordings and photographs to support case findings.
Staked out locations to locate individuals and gather evidence of unlawful activities.
Set up both auditory and visual monitoring and recording devices.
Conducted mobile and stationary surveillance on subjects of investigations.
Searched computer databases, credit reports, public records or other resources to locate persons or to compile information for investigations.
Uploaded evidence into case management system each day.
Manager of Operations
Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
Fort McMurray, Alberta
01.2011 - 01.2017
Managing 63 staff which included:
Community Peace Officers I and ll, Commercial Compliance Officers, Environmental Officers, Animal Control Officers, Administrative and contracted staff.
Enforced client confidentiality related to court cases and defended clients against opposition.
Cultivated strong relationships with vendors and partners supporting administrative operations.
Identified opportunities to streamline processes and improve office operations and efficiency.
Created reports, presentations and other materials for executive staff.
Built and managed processes for tracking and monitoring department performance.
Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
Negotiated and executed contracts on behalf of department.
Improved customer satisfaction scores through application of superior conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
Implemented project management techniques to overcome obstacles and increase team productivity.
Analyzed and solved multi-faceted problems that effected executive leaders and business initiatives.
Built highly-efficient administrative team through ongoing coaching and professional development opportunities.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Municipal Law Enforcement Officer (PSO,MLEO,CPTED)
Corporation of the City of Oshawa
01.2000 - 01.2012
Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
Provided testimony in court proceedings.
Rendered aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.
Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
Operational Coordinator
Municipal Law Enforcement and Licensing Services
01.2009 - 01.2012
Including all responsibilities of Supervisor of Special Enforcement Services, In this management position responsible for development and implementation of senior managements strategies
Responsible for management of 22 front-line staff in all departments of Municipal Law Enforcement
Departments under direct supervision were Animal Services, Property Enforcement Services and Parking Enforcement
Responsible for evaluation and discipline of all front-line officers
Established performance targets and increased deliverables (KPI's) as per direction from senior leadership.
Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships
Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards
Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics
Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits
Reported issues to higher management with great detail
Supervisor
Enforcement Services
01.2006 - 01.2009
Directing staff of four trained Peace Officers in this project-oriented enforcement unit
Special Enforcement Team was designed to work outside of core hours, to work in cooperation with other enforcement agencies such as Police Services and AGCO
Responsible for all administration this enforcement branch including but not limited to scheduling, cost controls, evaluating work performance and training
Responsible for ensuring staff were competent to enforce all by-laws, provincial legislation and criminal law available to Municipal Law Enforcement Officers
Including but not limited to
Responsible Pet Owners by-law and applicable provincial legislation, Property Standards by-law and applicable Building Code legislation, zoning by-law and applicable Municipal Act legislation.
Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows
Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity
Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas
Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets
Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals
Enforced rules and regulations outlined in company manual to set forth expectations comprehensibly and consistently
Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies
Municipal Law Enforcement Officer
01.2000 - 01.2007
Involved in all facets of municipal law enforcement related to zoning and property standards
Responsible for assigned review of business licenses, building permits, applications to the
Committee of Adjustment and Property Standards Committee, and participate in meetingsdealing with politically sensitive files
Duties include the investigation of complaints, initiating compliance requirements andensuring compliance is achieved
Motivate self-compliance by clearly explaining the immediate problems and giving directionto promptly bring resolution
Negotiate compliance through third parties such as lawyers, trustees, real estate agents
Enforce compliance through litigation
This may happen via Notices of Offence, Orders, Part Isummons or Part III information
Investigate files considered to be high risk
Answer inquiries by the general public, members of council, or co-workers viaemail, correspondence, telephone or person to person
Assisting other officers with technical advice and in the field with hands on assistance
Manager of Municipal Law Enforcement
Village of Omemee, Bobcaygeon and Fenelon
01.1995 - 01.2000
Falls, City of Kawartha Lakes
I initiated private company contracts with each of the municipalities
Duties included all aspects ofmunicipal law enforcement including vehicular enforcement, animal control through to propertystandards and municipal property security
Responsible for all hiring, discipline and performance evaluation of each employee
Initiated in house training program for all employees this included, legal responsibilities,employment obligations, health and safety requirements, use of force
Responsible directly to three municipal councils
Attended monthly council meetings
Reported onactivities answering questions by the general public, media and council members
Designed and implemented the first Municipal Property Security Program
This was a Special
Enforcement Project to protect municipal assets during high-risk hours
The project required theimplementation of surveillance equipment and techniques
The project resulted in a substantialreduction in damage to municipal assets ultimately reducing overall property related crime withinthe communities
Responsible for organizing, co-ordination and prosecution of all Notices of Violation, Part
I Offences, Part II Violations related to vehicular enforcement and Part III Offences
Responsible for reviewing existing by-laws and making recommendations to amend orremove outdated municipal laws
Responsible for the writing and implementation of new by-laws
Working closely with all other municipal staff to create an effective and credible
Municipal Enforcement Department
Responsible for all aspects of animal control
Attended community meetings such as Neighborhood Watch and Community Emergency
Response Team.
General Manager
Sunset Marina
01.1980 - 01.1994
Responsible for day-to-day operation of family owned business
I was directly involved with successful seven-year plan to expand a marina basin
Responsibilities included:
Hiring, dismissal, training and evaluation of all employees
Administration of five hundred thousand ($500,000.00) dollar yearly overall budget.
Scheduling of work.
Implementation of reservation systems for ten rental cabins, fifty trailer sites and up to two hundred and fifty docking sites.
Corresponded with and made presentations to Federal, Provincial and Municipal Ministries.
Responsible for special projects which included in-depth analysis and reporting. Included Environmental assessment, Fish Habitat Study and Lake Capacity Study.
Police Officer
Durham Regional Police Service
01.1973 - 01.1979
In capacity as Police Constable, was responsible for all aspects of police work
Responsible for investigation and enforcement of Provincial and Federal Statutes
Responsible to intercede and quickly respond to volatile situations.
Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses
Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area
Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property
Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action
Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners
Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes
Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations
Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes
Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection
Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary
Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court
Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction
Provided testimony in court proceedings
Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training
Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes
Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork
Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid
Education
No Degree - Advanced Law Enforcement And Investigations
Ontario Police College
Aylmer, ON
Municipal Law Enforcement Officers AssociationCompletion of this accredited certificate courses -
2008
Standards OfficersTrainingCompletion of Parts 1, 2 and 3Completion of this accredited certificate courses -
Association of Property
2006
Crime Control Commissions Certificate -
1987
Completion of this accredited certificate coursesSkillsCertified Property Standards Officer through OAPSOWorking knowledge of most software and hardware associated with normal business use.Certified instructor in the use of self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (SCUBA)Certified instructor in the use of VHF radio.Licensed to operate both automobile and motorcycle -
Police College
Aylmer, Ontario
1975
Skills
Evidence Gathering
Court Research
Courtroom Testimony
Report Development
Covert Video Recording
Law Enforcement Collaboration
Case Documentation
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Private Investigator
TC Energy
01.2022 - 01.2023
Manager of Operations
Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
01.2011 - 01.2017
Operational Coordinator
Municipal Law Enforcement and Licensing Services
01.2009 - 01.2012
Supervisor
Enforcement Services
01.2006 - 01.2009
Municipal Law Enforcement Officer (PSO,MLEO,CPTED)
Corporation of the City of Oshawa
01.2000 - 01.2012
Municipal Law Enforcement Officer
01.2000 - 01.2007
Manager of Municipal Law Enforcement
Village of Omemee, Bobcaygeon and Fenelon
01.1995 - 01.2000
General Manager
Sunset Marina
01.1980 - 01.1994
Police Officer
Durham Regional Police Service
01.1973 - 01.1979
No Degree - Advanced Law Enforcement And Investigations
Ontario Police College
Municipal Law Enforcement Officers AssociationCompletion of this accredited certificate courses -
Standards OfficersTrainingCompletion of Parts 1, 2 and 3Completion of this accredited certificate courses -
Association of Property
Crime Control Commissions Certificate -
Completion of this accredited certificate coursesSkillsCertified Property Standards Officer through OAPSOWorking knowledge of most software and hardware associated with normal business use.Certified instructor in the use of self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (SCUBA)Certified instructor in the use of VHF radio.Licensed to operate both automobile and motorcycle -