Ruben Gonzalez
San Diego
Summary
Security Contractor with an extensive 27-year background in law enforcement, emphasizing code compliance, emergency management, and community engagement. Proven ability in supervising teams to elevate safety and compliance standards, utilizing advanced surveillance and interagency collaboration to enhance operational efficiency. Adept at mentoring and leading investigations, ensuring meticulous adherence to local and international property maintenance codes.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Federal Court Security Officer
Walden Security
Muskogee, OK & San Diego, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Developed strong professional relationships with colleagues from other government agencies involved in ensuring courthouse safety.
- Reduced risk of potential threats by performing comprehensive background checks on individuals with access to sensitive areas.
- Increased staff preparedness through regular training sessions focused on emergency response procedures and threat assessment techniques.
- Contributed to efficient daily operations by completing administrative tasks related to court security, such as incident reports or shift logs.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to develop comprehensive strategies for enhancing courthouse security protocols.
- Prevented unauthorized access to restricted areas by closely monitoring entrances and exits throughout the courthouse complex.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations on courtroom activities by monitoring proceedings and enforcing rules when necessary.
- Contributed to the successful apprehension of individuals attempting to bring prohibited items into the courthouse by vigilantly inspecting all personal belongings.
- Conducted routine patrols of the courthouse premises to deter criminal activity and ensure a safe environment for all occupants.
- Identified potential vulnerabilities within existing security systems, recommending improvements that led to increased protection for courthouse occupants.
Code Enforcement Officer
City of Muskogee
Muskogee, OK
01.2024 - Current
- Enforced city ordinances and international property maintenance code
- Proactively patrolled and surveyed locations for code violations
- Collaborated with various departments for code compliance tasks
- Maintained cleanliness of assigned vehicle and equipment
- Acted as supervisor in a two-person unit for property case investigations
Code Enforcement Officer
City of National City
National City
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Enforce ordinances, specific state law sections and the international property maintenance code
- Respond to citizen's complaints of code violations.
- Inspects and investigates potential violations of city codes and other laws which have been reported to determine if a violation has occurred.
- Proactively patrol and survey locations for code violations during the course of duties.
- Researches land ownership records, permitting records and past or current code violations using computer.
- Prepares a descriptive summary report on conditions and findings regarding each case investigation to document potential violations for case preparation.
- Prepares notices of violation to be sent or served directly upon violators after inspection; communicates with alleged violators regarding findings, the process they will be involved in, and the resolution of the violation.
- Re-inspects violations for compliance, issues citations and notices to appear, and prepares reports as necessary.
- Appears in court or other judicial proceedings to submit evidence and case summaries for the enforcement/prosecution of criminal infractions of codes, ordinances and/or laws.
- Works in compliance with other departments that are engaged in code compliance tasks. (i.e., building inspector, public works, storm water, fire codes, etc.) Maintains communications for establishing coordination with other departments/agencies relevant to code enforcement activities.
- Performs data entry in computer as necessary.
- Maintains cleanliness of assigned vehicle and equipment.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Acting supervisor and part of a two person unit charged with investigating, reporting, and presenting dilapidated property cases to assistant city manager and City attorney
- Translate for Spanish speaking members of our community
Patrol Agent (Retired)
United States Border Patrol
San Diego, Ca
05.1997 - 05.2022
- Law Enforcement Defensive Tactics Instructor
- Firearms Instructor
- Certified Armorer: Beretta 96D Brigadier, H&K P2000, Colt M4, Remington 870 12 gauge
- Vehicle Stops
- Investigation
- Interrogation Interview
- Surveillance
- Report Writing
- Community Oriented Policing
- First Responder
- Emergency Management
- Intelligence Gathering and Dissemination
- Interagency Liaison
- Spanish Proficient
- Human Tracking
- Search and Rescue
- Field Training Officer
- Honor Guard
- Explorer Advisor
- Oklahoma CLEET armed security guard certified
- Streamlined emergency response protocols, significantly reducing response times.
- Pioneered community policing initiatives, fostering public trust and safety.
- Mentored over 30 new agents, boosting unit performance and cohesion.
Education
Diploma -
Sweetwater Union High School
National City, CA01.1994
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Federal Law Enforcement Training Center United States Border Patrol Academy
Charleston, SC09.1997
Skills
- Law Enforcement Defensive Tactics Instructor (Expert)
- Firearms Instructor (Expert)
- Certified Armorer (Expert)
- Vehicle Stops (Expert)
- Investigation (Expert)
- Interrogation Interview (Expert)
- Surveillance (Expert)
- Report Writing (Experienced)
- Community Oriented Policing (Expert)
- First Responder (Expert)
- Emergency Management (Expert)
- Intelligence Gathering and Dissemination (Expert)
- Interagency Liaison (Expert)
- Spanish Proficient (Expert)
- Investigating Human Tracking (Expert)
- Search and Rescue (Expert)
- Field Training Officer (Expert)
- Honor Guard (Expert)
- Explorer Advisor (Expert)
- Teamwork (Expert)
- Leadership (Expert)
- Critical thinking (Expert)
- Flexibility (Expert)
- Communication skills (Expert)
- Attention to detail (Expert)
- Problem solving (Expert)
Languages
Spanish (Expert)
Certification
- Licensed with Oklahoma CLEET Armed Security and California Guard Card #6833950. Armed Certification is in the pending stage. All testing and paperwork have been filed through BREEZE.
Timeline
Federal Court Security Officer
Walden Security
08.2024 - Current
Code Enforcement Officer
City of Muskogee
01.2024 - Current
Code Enforcement Officer
City of National City
01.2022 - 04.2023
Patrol Agent (Retired)
United States Border Patrol
05.1997 - 05.2022
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Federal Law Enforcement Training Center United States Border Patrol Academy
Diploma -
Sweetwater Union High School