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Des Moines, Iowa, United States

Des Moines, Iowa, United States

A Public Safety Officer at Broadlawns performs a complex range of tasks, fashioned after a para-law enforcement model: - Certifications: Taser 7 CEW; Professional Assault Crisis Training (Pro-ACT); BLS. - Focus on healthy, productive relationships with communities, law enforcement agencies, and stakeholders. - Wearing a ballistic vest and duty belt, including Taser 7, OC Spray, radio system, handcuffs- Multi-building patrols, on foot at Main Campus- Exterior/interior multi-campus patrols on foot and in Police Interceptor Ford Explorer around Main Campus, River Plaza, and Drake locations during Exterior Officer service- Verbal and physical de-escalation of hostile situations with various patients and visitors- Dispatch officers and resources appropriately, including reporting, via LEO-style OmniGo software- Direct intake and release of corpses through hospital morgue, in partnership with Polk County Medical Examiners- Operation and investigation of matters using more than 600 cameras.- Serve as backup communications operator for the entire campus switchboard

Pella, Iowa, United States

I update and revise a diverse range of operator and maintenance manuals for a large Iowa manufacturer.

Continental U.S.A.

As a freelance writer and journalist, I have interviewed and covered musical giants, corporate leaders, blue-collar successes, and all manner of excellent human lives in between. I have been lucky to interview heroes, both well-known as well those who fly off the radar. My favorite work by far. I have also have provided services in diverse realms such as public speaking, ghost writing, consulting, public relations, content creation, and internal/external process improvement.

Des Moines, Iowa, United States

I was promoted to Security Officer III in my first six months. Additional duties included posting at the Education Desk, which oversees most of the organization's public-facing CRM, and the safety/security of hundreds of children per week during class sessions. Early morning and late evening lock and alarm procedures were required, as well as postings at the front desk.

Des Moines, Iowa, United States

Security Officer 1 duties focus on the protection, patrol, and monitoring of an art collection and historic facilities, valued in excess of $1B. The role is centered around significant customer engagement and management. Other duties include special events and remaining flexible for as-needed tasks.

Clive, Iowa, United States

Progressive is a great company to work for. Unfortunately, I contracted long-haul COVID, which required my full focus on my health.

Des Moines, Iowa, United States

I served as Office Manager for the Des Moines office of Johnston Martineau, LLP (also known and Des Moines Injury Law and Law Group of Iowa), the Iowa branch of Minnesota-based Johnston Martineau, PLLP. In that role, I conducted various creative, paralegal, and investigative activities as directed by the leadership team. I enjoyed the tremendous diversity of challenges, from learning how to wire an ethernet closet and managing our technical needs, to reengaging elements of my criminal justice education and experience in the daily pursuit of client advocacy. I also took on special projects, such as contributing an article to The Iowa Lawyer, the official magazine of the Iowa State Bar Association.

Des Moines, Iowa Area

This role was comprehensive, including researching and drafting all manners of written pieces for internal and external needs, daily editing/proofing of various written products for my global team, and managing marketing collateral in several offices, among other administrative tasks.

West Des Moines, Iowa

Management of online learning resources, including process improvement, instructional design, and all relevant aspects of coordinating online training and development. My primary responsibilities also include administration of training department inventory, project management, and customer service.

An all-encompassing position that requires strong administrative, consulting, customer service, graphic design & file assembly, spreadsheet, and communication skills. Outside of self-employment, this is one of the most fulfilling job I have held, in great measure due to having a large amount of self-management flexibility and an excellent relationship with customers, partners/vendors, and managers.

Des Moines, Iowa Area

Worked directly with youth to provide continuous 24-hour care and supervision for adjudicated and respite clients.

Altoona, Iowa Area

Cook/Catering/Customer Service, in addition to various responsibilities ranging from meat to grocery departments.

Des Moines, Iowa Area

I worked in all facets of the finishing department, running 52" hydraulic cutters and 26" folders, serving as operator assistant on a 5-pocket stitcher/trimmer, and various shipping & warehouse duties, including machine operation. I also handled nightly paperwork and database updates, working with proprietary software for cost-estimation and production values.

Political Science

Master Of Fine Arts - Mfa, Creative Writing, 4.00

I am currently an MFA Candidate in the Creative Writing program.

Bachelors Of Science Degree, Adult Education

Associate’S Degree, Criminal Justice, With Honors

Associate'S Degree, Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities, With Honors