Fredrick Ford
Memphis
Summary
Dynamic School Resource Officer with Memphis Shelby County Schools, skilled in conflict resolution and crime prevention. Successfully enhanced school safety through proactive measures, reducing incidents of bullying and violence. Fostered strong relationships with students, promoting engagement and trust while implementing effective crisis management strategies. Committed to creating secure, inclusive learning environments.
Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with solid background in school safety and student engagement. Successfully implemented various programs that enhanced security and well-being of students and staff. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with students and faculty while maintaining safe and secure learning environment.
Security professional prepared to contribute expertise in maintaining safe and secure school environment. Proven ability to develop and implement effective safety protocols and foster positive relationships within school community. Focused on collaborative efforts and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs, and reliable in crisis situations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
School Resource Officer
Memphis Shelby County Schools
08.2007 - Current
- Enforced school safety protocols to maintain secure learning environments.
- Collaborated with school administrators on crisis intervention strategies and emergency response plans.
- Conducted regular safety drills and training sessions for students and staff, enhancing preparedness and awareness.
- Mediated conflicts among students, promoting positive behavior and conflict resolution techniques.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and communication within the school community.
- Implemented preventive measures to reduce incidents of bullying and violence in schools.
- Coordinated with local law enforcement to address safety concerns and enhance community engagement initiatives.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance on best practices for school resource management and student interaction.
- Conducted school security inspections.
- Fostered a positive school environment by building strong relationships with students, staff, and parents.
- Provided security and safety to school staff and students.
- Enhanced school safety by conducting regular campus patrols and monitoring potential threats.
- Provided assistance during investigations involving student misconduct or criminal activity on campus grounds.
- Conducted drug awareness presentations, promoting healthy lifestyle choices among students.
- Investigated criminal matters occurring within school and on school property, compiling findings into detailed activity reports.
- Performed conflict resolution between student body, parents, teachers, and administration.
- Collaborated with administration and teachers to develop crisis plans.
- Served as liaison between the school and local law enforcement agencies to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
- Participated in after-school programs to provide supervision and support, fostering a sense of community within the student body.
- Performed risk assessments for various on-campus activities or events to ensure student safety remained paramount at all times.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify potential behavioral issues within the classroom, implementing interventions as necessary to support student success.
- Assisted with traffic control efforts before and after school hours, ensuring the safe arrival and departure of students each day.
- Provided guidance and support for at-risk students through mentorship and counseling programs.
- Reduced instances of vandalism through increased visibility around campus facilities during off-hours periods.
- Facilitated training sessions for school staff on crisis management procedures, enhancing overall preparedness levels.
- Organized proactive safety drills to prepare students and staff for emergency situations, minimizing potential risks.
- Assisted in conflict resolution between students, resulting in a decrease in disciplinary incidents.
- Collaborated with school administrators to develop and implement comprehensive emergency response plans.
- Maintained accurate records of incidents requiring intervention or follow-up action, enabling informed decision-making by administration officials.
- Supported special events planning by ensuring proper crowd control measures were in place during large gatherings or assemblies.
- Contributed to the development of new policies regarding bullying prevention, leading to a more inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Addressed truancy issues by working closely with attendance officers and parents to identify underlying problems and implement solutions.
- Improved security measures by regularly reviewing surveillance footage and reporting any concerns to administration promptly.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN12-1998
Skills
- Youth counseling
- Conflict resolution skills
- Law enforcement procedures
- Student engagement
- Gang awareness
- School safety
- Multicultural sensitivity
- De-escalation techniques
- Crime prevention
- Peer mediation
- Conflict mediation
Timeline
School Resource Officer
Memphis Shelby County Schools
08.2007 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Middle Tennessee State University