John Hollis
Chadstone,VIC
Summary
Accomplished law enforcement professional with a proven track record at Victoria Police, enhancing public safety through community engagement and strategic crisis management. Skilled in emergency management and relationship building, demonstrated success in reducing crime rates and fostering trust within diverse communities. Expert in risk mitigation and conflict de-escalation, ensuring effective team collaboration and high-stakes decision-making under pressure.
Overview
2000
2000
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Officer
Victoria Police
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
- Developed strong rapport with local businesses owners to address concerns about crime or vandalism affecting their establishments.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to solve complex cases and apprehend dangerous criminals.
Security Officer
MSS Security
02.1994 - 08.1999
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
Meatworker
Q Meats
04.1993 - 08.1999
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding any concerns or suggestions for improvements in the work process or environment.
- Maintained high-quality standards for meat products by conducting regular quality inspections and adhering to strict sanitation regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale meat orders within tight deadlines, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing work demands and schedules, maintaining a positive attitude and strong work ethic throughout.
Education
Diploma Of Public Safety - Policing
Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC02.2003
HSC -
Casino High School
Casino, NSW12.1990
Skills
- Report Writing
- Integrity and Honesty
- Conflict de-escalation
- Relationship building and management
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Community Engagement
- Criminal Investigations
- Planning and coordination
- Emergency Management
- Crisis intervention and deescalation
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Physical Fitness
- Self-defense techniques
- Law Enforcement
- Mental Resilience
- Tactical Driving
- Risk Mitigation
- Undercover operations
- Self-defense training
- Crime scene preservation
- Surveillance
- Weapons training
- Executive protection
- Client Confidentiality
- Route Planning
- Threat Assessment
- Personal security
- Bodyguard Tactics
- Vehicle Security
- Protective Escorting
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Team Player
- Problem-Solving
- Reliable and Responsible
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Crisis Management
- Reading body language
- Excellent Communication
Hobbies
- Golf
- Gym
- Mountain biking
Timeline
Security Officer
MSS Security
02.1994 - 08.1999
Meatworker
Q Meats
04.1993 - 08.1999
Police Officer
Victoria Police
Diploma Of Public Safety - Policing
Deakin University
HSC -
Casino High School
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