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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Languages
Certification
Hobbies
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Jim Wasylciw

Calgary,AB

Summary

Resourceful ex-Community Peace Officer with successful career maintaining order and public safety, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property and promoting positive community relations. 14 years of experience in enforcing provincial and federal laws and bylaws according to departmental policies, procedures and regulations. Proven skills in crisis management with excellent problem-solving capabilities. Extensive experience in mental health & addictions environment and commitment to maintaining high levels of safety and organization. Proven leader with great and detail-oriented observation skills. Eager to apply abilities to dynamic new position and to help team achieve organizational goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Community Peace Officer

Alberta Health Services, AHS
06.2014 - Current
  • Maintained detailed records of incidents, arrests, and investigations for accurate reporting purposes.
  • Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with patients/staff/visitors.
  • Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
  • Performed close monitoring and physical intervention with violent/suicidal/flight-risk patients/prisoners
  • Demonstrated excellent crisis management skills during high-pressure situations while maintaining composure under stress.
  • Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
  • Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
  • Utilized negotiation skills in conflict resolution scenarios to de-escalate potentially dangerous situations effectively.
  • Participated in department-wide diversity training sessions to promote Indigenous peoples awareness within the workplace environment.
  • Assisted in the training of new recruits, sharing knowledge and expertise on law enforcement procedures.
  • Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
  • Provided testimony in court proceedings.
  • Ensured compliance with department policies and procedures through consistent adherence to established guidelines.
  • Served as a liaison between law enforcement agencies, AHS, and other emergency services, ensuring seamless cooperation during joint operations.

Soldier

Department Of National Defence
05.2014 - 01.2020
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to solve complex problems while working under pressure in dynamic environments.
  • Maintained awareness of personal problems and shortcomings within the unit, supporting personal and professional growth.
  • Relayed crucial information and coordinated operations using radio communications equipment.
  • Trained in infantry tactics, weapons and medical procedures for well-rounded field support.
  • Assembled, disassembled and maintained various weapons for operational readiness.
  • Served in on-call capacity for last-minute or late-night taskings from leadership.
  • Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
  • Participated in joint exercises with allied forces to improve interoperability and strengthen partnerships.
  • Mitigated risks by conducting thorough safety assessments and implementing appropriate measures.
  • Excelled in specialized training courses to enhance technical expertise in specific areas of military operations.
  • Upheld high standards of professionalism both on-and off-duty representing the Canadian Armed Forces with honor at all times.
  • Coached and mentored new recruits for motivated, high-performing teams.
  • Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions for extensive/undetermined periods of time while maintaining personal/platoon health, hygiene, and combat effectiveness
  • Performed as fire team member and section machine gunner during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
  • Strengthened morale among fellow soldiers through active listening, empathy, and encouragement in difficult situations.

Shift Lead - Protective Services Guard

Paladin Security Group
02.2010 - 06.2014
  • Resolved conflicts between employees to maintain positive and productive work environments.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
  • Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
  • Conducted regular team meetings to discuss progress, address concerns, and set goals for continued improvement.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Prepared shift summary reports for Team Leads and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
  • Maintained safe working environment by observing safety procedures, policies, and regulations.
  • Collaborated with management to develop strategies for improving overall operations.
  • Conducted performance reviews and provided staff with feedback and guidance.
  • Oversaw cash handling procedures, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation at all times.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Supported upper management during critical decision-making processes by providing valuable insights based on firsthand experiences from shift operations.

Education

GED -

Bow Valley College
Calgary, AB
09.2012

Skills

  • Emergency Response
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Team building
  • First Aid Combat First Aid
  • Suspicious Activity Monitoring
  • Officer Training
  • Report Writing
  • Land navigation/patrol discipline

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 6+ members (AHS, DND, & Paladin Security Group)
  • Award in recognition of Overall Performance upon completion of Community Peace Officer II program (AHS)
  • Multi-recipient of Employee of the Month award (Paladin Security Group)
  • Undocumented positive impacts in the lives of hundreds of patients in their worst moments

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • Driver's Licence (Class 5)
  • Community Peace Officer certificate
  • Pressure Point Control Tactics (PPCT) certified
  • Verbal Judo certified
  • Tactical Bike Unit certified
  • Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) spray trained
  • DP1/DP2 Infantry qualified
  • Heavy Weapons Detachment qualified
  • Basic Winter Warfare qualified
  • PWT certified marksman (C7)

Hobbies

Bushcraft/outdoor enthusiast - Gained extensive outdoor survival training in the military and now utilize my skills on my own time with trips to Crown Land for practicing bushcraft.

Target shooting - Gained extensive experience with firearms in the military and continue to hone my marksmanship skills through target shooting.

Audio Engineering - In my youth, I volunteered with the Audio/Visual team with my local church and found a passion for music and audio engineering, which I have reapplied to my personal life in adulthood.

Timeline

Community Peace Officer

Alberta Health Services, AHS
06.2014 - Current

Soldier

Department Of National Defence
05.2014 - 01.2020

Shift Lead - Protective Services Guard

Paladin Security Group
02.2010 - 06.2014

GED -

Bow Valley College

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