Gerald Brahl

• Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, minimizing risks to public safety.
• Assessed potentially dangerous situations quickly; employed de-escalation techniques when needed to maintain peace.
• Maintained structure and security during court proceedings.
• Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.

• Patrolled store departments to check for suspicious activities.
• Controlled reduction of loss inventory by protecting company assets.
• Monitored and analyzed customer behavior to identify and respond to potential theft and fraud incidents.
• Wrote reports outlining activities and results.
• Utilized security systems and CCTV to monitor store activities and detect possible security incidents.
• Collaborated with store management to develop targeted action plans addressing high-risk areas and items.
• Assisted law enforcement in the apprehension of shoplifters, providing necessary evidence and documentation for successful prosecutions.
• Maintained a secure environment by conducting thorough surveillance, floor patrols, and CCTV monitoring.
• Checked CCTV for evidence of shoplifting.
• Maintained detailed records of all incidents involving asset loss or shrinkage, supporting data-driven decision-making for future prevention efforts.
• Kept patrons and employees safe and from criminal activity.

• Conducted regular patrols of facility to detect and deter security threats.
• Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
• Monitored alarm systems and CCTV footage to enable prompt attention and response.
• Closely monitored alarm systems, responding promptly to alerts and coordinating appropriate action when necessary.
• Maintained a secure environment for employees and visitors by enforcing access control policies and visitor management procedures.
• Supervised and evaluated security staff performance to determine compliance with safety regulations.
• Managed a team of security officers, providing guidance, support, and performance evaluations to ensure a high level of professionalism.

Upon graduation from the Pa State Police Academy I was assigned Patrol duties at the Troop J Avondale Barracks. During my career I was promoted through the ranks performing various duties until the final four years of my career serving as Lieutenan, Eastern Section Commander of the Pennsylvania Turnpike.