Dennis Cattenhead
BOLINGBROOK
Summary
With over 40 years of service at the United States Postal Service and extensive experience in security roles, including the United States Marine Corps and Veterans Administration, I excel in problem-solving and maintaining workplace safety. Demonstrated ability to work independently, ensuring precision in high-stakes environments. Proven track record in enhancing security measures and operational efficiency.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mail Processing Clerk
United States Postal Service
03.1987 - 12.2018
Process letter size mail in Delivery Bar Code Machine for Delivery Pont sequence arrangement to Carriers at local associates offices.
Retired with 40 years of service.
Security Officer
Wackenhut Security Services
01.1999 - 01.2001
Providing a visible deterrence for safety of clients and customers. To aid and assist emergency conduct regular patrols keeping log, access control.
Police Officer
United States Veterans Administration
03.1985 - 03.1987
Reduced opportunities for crimes through alert and aggressive patrols. Extend information and direction when necessary. Cite or arrest violators of regulations, state and federal laws. Identify and report hazardous situations and correct immediate dangers.
Distribution Clerk
United States Postal Service
04.1980 - 03.1987
Window Clerk, Mail Distribution Clerk, and Dock or Dispatch Clerk.
Security Force
United States Marine Corps
08.1976 - 08.1978
- Conducted security checks on the premises, mitigating risks associated with unauthorized access or contraband materials.
Education
Triton College
River Grove, ILSkills
- Problem-solving skills
- Accuracy and precision
- Work independently
- Workplace safety
Accomplishments
- ABILITIES
- Report writing
- Competent to meet challenging tasks and work well with others
- Diversified knowledge and experience in the Security field
- Punctuality prompt/on time
- Tactful
- Assertive
- Radio Procedures
- Bomb threat procedures
- Search and seizure procedures
- Use and handling of firearms
- Investigations
- Internal and external patrols
- Access control
- Fire prevention and control
Certification
ACHIEVEMENTS
- Honorable discharge United States Marine Corps
- Veterans Administration Police Training Certificate
- Wackenhut Security Corp. Custom Protection Officer Training Program Certificate
- Preventing and Managing Violent Behavior Certificate
- Royal Marine Commando Training Certificate
- U.S.M.C. Military Functions in Civil Disturbances Certificate
- Introduction to Law Enforcement (MCI) Marine Corps Institution
- Adult CPR
- PERC Card
- Certification in Mediation Saint Xavier University
- Twelve weeks of computer training Proviso-Leyden Council for Community Action, Inc
Timeline
Security Officer
Wackenhut Security Services
01.1999 - 01.2001
Mail Processing Clerk
United States Postal Service
03.1987 - 12.2018
Police Officer
United States Veterans Administration
03.1985 - 03.1987
Distribution Clerk
United States Postal Service
04.1980 - 03.1987
Security Force
United States Marine Corps
08.1976 - 08.1978
Triton College
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