Shaquille Hamilton
Toronto,ON
Summary
Accomplished Special Constable with 2.5 years of experience as a sworn Peace Officer, dedicated to upholding municipal, provincial, and federal laws in Toronto. Expert in responding to both emergency and non-emergency calls while effectively investigating violations. Proven ability to maintain public safety and foster community trust through proactive engagement and decisive action.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Constable
Toronto Community Housing Corporation
Toronto, ON
10.2022 - Current
- Monitored designated locations to ensure community safety and order.
- Enforced compliance with laws, regulations, and bylaws per relevant legislation.
- Executed investigations, arrested suspects, and documented statements.
- Gathered evidence for criminal cases, wrote reports, and provided testimony in court proceedings and Landlord Tenant Board Tribunals.
- Provided assistance to victims of crime or disaster, offering emotional support and practical advice.
- Oversaw CCTV systems to ensure operational functionality.
- Responded to emergency calls from the public relating to incidents such as fires, accidents or disturbances.
- Conducted searches for missing persons, stolen property or contraband items.
- Intervened in disputes between individuals or groups to prevent further escalation of violence or aggression.
- Evaluated risk levels of potential threats through verbal conflict resolution.
- Prevented unauthorized access to restricted areas through effective monitoring procedures.
- Organized comprehensive logs to ensure accurate documentation of incidents.
- Liaised with other police personnel in order to coordinate joint operations when necessary.
- Participated in public gatherings to enhance community presence.
- Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.
- Recorded facts and prepared reports to document incidents and activities for later use in court cases and legal records.
- Promoted mutual respect and understanding through cooperative engagement with both local leaders and visitors.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
- Monitored and investigated suspicious persons and situations and unusual activities.
- Promoted and maintained good community relations.
- Coach Officer Certified; trained new Special Constable recruits following Department training manual.
- Shift Lead Certified in 2024; acted as a Field Supervisor when required.
Infantryman
Canadian Armed Forces - Reserves
Toronto, Ontario
10.2017 - Current
- Rank: Corporal
- Assisted in civilian training at Peace Support Training Centre at CFB Kingston.
- Conducted pre-inspections, to ensure standardization.
- DP1 Infantry qualified.
- DP2 Primary Leadership Qualification Mod 2
- Basic Winter Warfare / Survival
- Designated Section Commander for Covid-19 Force Protection.
- Acting Unit Transport Supervisor
- Coordination of transports for operational and training requirements.
- Maintaining records of driver daily inspections and monthly trip tickets.
- Maintaining records of driver road tests, received from Unit Driving Examiner.
- Train and develop new recruits during Basic Military Qualification courses
- Assigned as current section commander of Unit's Signal cell
- Maintained accountability of assigned personnel, weapons, equipment and supplies.
- Participated in tactical planning sessions to determine mission objectives.
- Monitored communications systems for orders, instructions and alerts.
- Operated communications equipment to ensure effective field communication.
- Supervised junior enlisted personnel in their duties and responsibilities.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and standard operating procedures.
- Led detailed trainings on weapons systems for subordinates, enhancing overall team safety and cohesion.
- Engaged in marksmanship training with various weapons systems to ensure accuracy and proficiency.
- Conducted debriefings post-mission to assess performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Educated junior soldiers in tactics, weapons handling, and field survival skills.
- Trained continuously on weaponry, tactics and maneuvers to maintain mission readiness.
Transport Guard CBSA/TIHC
Gardaworld Security Corporation
Etobicoke, Ontario
10.2019 - 11.2022
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Picked up clients and/or vehicles and drove property to specified receiving agency or location.
- Inspected company's vehicle prior to and after completing each shift, noting any damage or conflicts in detailed logs.
- With my defensive driver training, I observe all driving regulations and safety procedures while maintaining 100% safe driving record.
- Maintained ongoing communications with Operations Supervisor to keep teammates informed.
- Exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Logged all pertinent shift information, including driving hours and entered data on time to keep reports current.
- Full time from October 2019 to December 2019.
- Promoted to Supervisor January 2020
- Transferred to GardaWorld Security 01 July 2022
Patrol Supervisor
Paragon Protection Ltd.
North York, Ontario
11.2021 - 10.2022
- Patrol client premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusions and to ensure physical security of doors, windows, and gates.
- Responding to alarms and investigating disturbances.
- Call Police or Fire Department in case of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
- Write reports of daily activities and irregularities.
- Warn persons of rule infractions or violations and apprehend or evict violators from premises using force when necessary.
- Operate a company vehicle; following and observing safe driving practices.
- Acting as after hours management during non-business hours and holidays.
- Transporting guards to sites when requested by dispatch team.
- Grounding at sites; during times of staffing issues
- Delivering uniform requests to sites.
- Conduct site visits and audits.
- Coach and mentor guards to site / company standards.
Elite Protection Professional
Allied Universal Security
Toronto, Ontario
12.2018 - 06.2022
- Assist in conducting BAP and Use of Force training for new hires & recertification's.
- Mentoring and coaching of existing staff for on-the-job training.
- Accepting high level assignments & tasks required by the Elite Protection Division.
- Promoted useful resources to facilitate coaching goals.
- Led group sessions and encouraged discussion to improve results for all individuals.
- Managing Aggressive Behaviors
- Spontaneous Weapons Defence
- Expandable Baton Tactics annual training
- Knife and Edged Weapons Defence annual training
- Leadership for Supervisors and Managers Certification training
Shift Supervisor CBSA/TIHC
Allied Universal Security
Etobicoke, Ontario
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Supervising the Transport & Security Guards at CBSA Toronto Immigration Holding Centre.
- Coordination of transports to and from Pearson International Airport; as well as transfers to different detention facilities in Ontario.
- Ensuring placement of employees at each guard post; While maintaining care and control.
- Liaise inquiries from Canada Border Service Agency and/or Allied Universal Security for the purpose of transport and operational requirements at the Toronto Immigration Holding Centre.
- Assisted upper management with daily operations to meet standards of service and quality. By implementing new directives from internal and external customer.
- Cultivated a performance-based and collaborative culture by recognizing achievements and promoting from within.
- Patrol work areas to inspect operations, identify concerns and implement corrective actions.
- Coordinating with Primary Scheduler to complete scheduling needs based on operational requirements.
- Maintaining master schedules and submitting to payroll for processing.
- Managing scheduling requirements after hours and during holidays.
- Scheduling employees through the use of TimeGate software.
Education
Certificate - Advanced Security Practices
Paradigm Professional Institute Ltd.
North York, ON02.2022
Police Foundations
Centennial College Of Applied Arts And Technology
Scarborough, ON01.2018
Computer Systems Technology - Networking
Centennial College Of Applied Arts And Technology
Scarborough, ON04.2014
High School Diploma -
Cardinal Leger Secondary School
Brampton, ON06.2012
Skills
- MS Office proficient
- Excellent multi-tasker
- Skilled in conflict resolution
- Certified Security Supervisor
- First aid and CPR certified
- AED certified
- Defensive driving training
- Criminal law knowledge
- Report writing
- High level of integrity
Certification
- St John's Ambulance Standard First aid and CPR with AED. Exp 15 January 2026
- MLEO, Parking Offences Toronto Police Parking Enforcement for Private Property 25 July 2017 - 06 April 2019 / December 2022 - Present
- Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police Certificate
- Certified Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP)
- Armament Systems and Procedures, Inc - Defensive Tactics Instructor
Licence
- Ontario Full "G" Licence
- Canadian Firearms PAL / RPAL
Timeline
Special Constable
Toronto Community Housing Corporation
10.2022 - Current
Patrol Supervisor
Paragon Protection Ltd.
11.2021 - 10.2022
Shift Supervisor CBSA/TIHC
Allied Universal Security
01.2020 - 12.2021
Transport Guard CBSA/TIHC
Gardaworld Security Corporation
10.2019 - 11.2022
Elite Protection Professional
Allied Universal Security
12.2018 - 06.2022
Infantryman
Canadian Armed Forces - Reserves
10.2017 - Current
Certificate - Advanced Security Practices
Paradigm Professional Institute Ltd.
Police Foundations
Centennial College Of Applied Arts And Technology
Computer Systems Technology - Networking
Centennial College Of Applied Arts And Technology
High School Diploma -
Cardinal Leger Secondary School