Daryl Burdette
Nappanee
Summary
Accomplished Public Safety Officer with a proven track record at Goshen General Hospital, enhancing safety through expert crisis intervention and conflict resolution. Skilled in criminal law and adept at fostering a secure environment, demonstrating a significant impact on public safety operations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Safety Officer
Goshen General Hospital
Goshen, IN
12.2016 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of incidents and actions taken during shifts, contributing to effective communication between team members and supervisors.
- Patrolled assigned areas on foot, horseback or by vehicle.
- Provided first aid assistance during medical emergencies, applying life-saving techniques until paramedics arrived on scene.
- Monitored surveillance systems for potential threats or suspicious behavior around critical infrastructure, reporting findings to appropriate authorities for further investigation.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay up-to-date on best practices in public safety operations and procedures.
- Notified emergency personnel of incidents requiring medical assistance and aid.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to share intelligence, coordinate responses, and support investigations into criminal activity.
- Utilized conflict resolution skills to de-escalate tense situations involving disputes between community members.
- Prevented property damage by identifying potential hazards during routine inspections of residential areas and commercial establishments.
- Prepared reports on public safety activities and initiatives, contributing to decision-making processes for resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Applied principles of law enforcement and fire protection.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments for events and facilities, implementing appropriate security measures to ensure public safety.
Security Officer
Elkhart CAPS
1000 West Hively Ave Elkhart, IN
06.2016 - 04.2017
- Circulated among visitors, patrons and employees to preserve order and protect property.
- Monitored and reported suspicious activities to local authorities.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
Security Officer
Per Mar Security
600 East Main Elkhart, Indiana
05.2015 - 12.2016
- Detected suspicious activities and watched for criminal acts and rule infractions.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of employees and visitors.
- Circulated among visitors, patrons and employees to preserve order and protect property.
- Wrote reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual occurrences.
- Monitored and reported suspicious activities to local authorities.
- Warned offenders about rule infractions and violations and verbally evicted violators from premises.
- Monitored central alarm system for fire, intrusion, and duress alarms and responded when needed.
- Denied entrance to the building to unauthorized persons.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- 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.
Correction's Officer
Elkhart County Sheriff's Department
26861 CR 26 Elkhart, IN
11.2006 - 04.2015
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Directed the activities of inmate crews working on maintenance, operations, farming and construction projects.
- Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness and safety.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints and searches.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
- Searched the building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
- Verified facility security by inspecting plumbing, outside areas, locks and cells for potential hazards.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs and scheduled activities.
- Issued cleaning supplies, comfort items, laundry and all basic meals.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
- Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
- Determined and assigned inmates to appropriate housing.
- Arranged for medical and dental care of inmates.
- Responded to inquiries from the public, other staff, inmates and visitors.
- Led disciplinary hearings and made recommendations for sentencing.
- Notified victims of upcoming inmate releases.
- Made sure holding areas were cleaned and that prisoners were served meals on time.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to help keep the institution safe and secure.
- Established healthy relationships and maintained professional boundaries with resident offenders in the institution.
- Made regular sanitation and maintenance checks of dorms and reported results to appropriate personnel.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Rantoul Township High School
Rantoul, Illinois1996
Skills
- Criminal law knowledge
- Crisis intervention training
- Self-defense techniques
- Search and seizure procedures
- Correctional facility procedures knowledge
- Suicide prevention training
- Inmate behavior modification tactics
- Integrity and ethics
- Security management
- Search and seizure procedures
- Safety and security-oriented
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Conflict resolution skills
- Team-oriented
- First Aid Certified
- De-escalation Strategies
- Report Preparation
- Emergency Response
- Critical Thinking
- Public relations
Timeline
Public Safety Officer
Goshen General Hospital
12.2016 - Current
Security Officer
Elkhart CAPS
06.2016 - 04.2017
Security Officer
Per Mar Security
05.2015 - 12.2016
Correction's Officer
Elkhart County Sheriff's Department
11.2006 - 04.2015
High School Diploma - undefined
Rantoul Township High School