Guillermo Castorena
Riverside
Summary
To obtain a position as a Supervising Code Enforcement Officer within the Cannabis team. Dedicated officer with supervisor experience in leading teams of individuals & guiding them to perform their tasks & provide quality customer service. Ability to handle multiple situations in crucial moments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Code Enforcement Officer II
County of Riverside-Code Enforcement (STR)
07.2022 - Current
- Enforce county ordinances regarding unpermitted events, street vending, short-term rentals, loud noise, parking enforcement, etc.
- Conduct research, investigate (take photographs, video recordings, measurements, property information)
- Create & maintain open dialogue w/ other county agencies to establish compliance from property owners
- Respond to complaints relating to county & code violations
- Inspect parcels, land, &/or permits
- Testify in court/hearing proceedings & confirm court declarations
- Maintain records of inspections & enforcement, prepare required documentation for legal actions
- Make contact with public, educate, give warnings, correction notices &/or issue citations
- Conduct property compliance inspections & follow-ups
- Conduct administrative duties, write & prepare reports
- Answer public inquiries regarding zoning, housing, building, land use codes & regulations
- Prepare cases for county counsel for legal action against parties involved
Director of Security
Allied Universal Security
02.2011 - 07.2022
- Oversee & manage approx
- 50+ security officers for large real estate portfolio
- Handle day to day incidents, review daily reports, mandated training, payroll, review of surveillance cameras, hire new personnel, coordinate with management for special events or requests
- Provide property mgmt
- With weekly updates on incidents, staffing, quality of life issues, etc
- Dealing with customer & tenant complaints, providing resources to other departments such as parking, engineering & janitorial
Security Officer
Universal Protection Services
03.2009 - 04.2014
- Conduct internal & external patrol of assigned property
- Greet visitors & tenants
- Write incident reports
- Monitor security cameras
Security Officer
J. Paul Getty Museum
10.2007 - 11.2009
- Observe, detect & report on damages to the property
- Patrol property by foot and/or vehicle
- Answer questions from visitors/guests regarding the museum
Police Officer
Tustin Police Department
09.2004 - 02.2007
- Respond to radio calls, make arrests & issue citations
- Testify in court
- Assist with K-9 training
- Investigate crimes & traffic collisions
Police Student Worker
City of Los Angeles (LAPD)
03.2002 - 09.2004
- Conduct divisional audits
- Prepare & revise reports
- Make copies & fax documents
Education
Associate of Science - Code Enforcement & Compliance
Santiago Canyon College
Orange, CA01.2022
Basic Police Academy - Criminal Justice
Golden West College
Huntington Beach02-2005
Associate of Arts - Administration of Justice
Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles, CA06-2004
High School Diploma -
John Marshall High School
Los Angeles, CA01.2001
Skills
- Clear communication skills
- Investigation techniques
- Patience and tact
- Legal compliance
Certification
- CACEO Certification #C66437968, 07/01/23
- California POST Recertification, 06/01/13
- California POST PC 832 Arrest & Control, 03/01/22
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Code Enforcement Officer II
County of Riverside-Code Enforcement (STR)
07.2022 - Current
Director of Security
Allied Universal Security
02.2011 - 07.2022
Security Officer
Universal Protection Services
03.2009 - 04.2014
Security Officer
J. Paul Getty Museum
10.2007 - 11.2009
Police Officer
Tustin Police Department
09.2004 - 02.2007
Police Student Worker
City of Los Angeles (LAPD)
03.2002 - 09.2004
High School Diploma -
John Marshall High School
- CACEO Certification #C66437968, 07/01/23
- California POST Recertification, 06/01/13
- California POST PC 832 Arrest & Control, 03/01/22
Associate of Science - Code Enforcement & Compliance
Santiago Canyon College
Basic Police Academy - Criminal Justice
Golden West College
Associate of Arts - Administration of Justice
Los Angeles City College
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