Miguel Angel Barron
Police Officer
Elgin,IL
Summary
Police Officer with over 5 years of service enforcing rules and authority for good of all citizens. Passionate about saving lives, protecting victims and fighting crime. Consistently ensuring public safety and effective community policing. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving results through teamwork. Skilled in conflict resolution, crisis management, and maintaining public order. Adaptable and reliable, always ready to respond to evolving situations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator (Platoon Sergeant)
Army Reserves
07.2017 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, minimizing hazards and promoting overall safety on the job site.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently complete projects within tight deadlines.
- Inspected, cleaned, and performed operator level maintenance on equipment in accordance with standards.
Police Officer
Elgin Police Department
02.2020 - 09.2025
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
Lead Public Safety Officer
Advocate Aurora Health – Good Shepherd Hospital
03.2017 - 01.2020
- Safety and Security of all assets of Hospital property staff and patients
- Coordinated emergency response drills, enhancing team preparedness and compliance with safety regulations.
- Perform and keep accountability of quarterly fire drills.
- Test and Check all alarms to maintain full security of special units in the hospital setting.
- Oversee timecards to ensure employees were paid properly.
- Adjust and approve schedule/ paid time off days when needed.
- Led daily safety inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards, ensuring a secure environment for patients and staff.
- Monitored safety protocols to ensure compliance with hospital regulations.
Public Safety Officer I
Advocate Aurora Health – Sherman Hospital
02.2005 - 01.2017
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, providing assistance and coordinating with medical personnel as needed.
- Provided support during patient transfers, ensuring safety and security throughout the process.
- Maintained clear communication with hospital staff regarding security policies and incident reporting procedures.
- Administered first aid and CPR in emergency situations, ensuring immediate care until professional medical help arrived.
Security Officer
Alexian Brother Health System
03.2006 - 12.2019
- Safety and Security of all assets of Hospital property, staff, patients, and visitors.
- Monitored surveillance systems to ensure safety and security of premises.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify and address potential security risks.
- Trained new personnel on security procedures and operational guidelines.
Infantryman
Illinois Army National Guard
01.2010 - 01.2017
- Served 7 years as a light infantryman applying military skills and knowledge in home-station environments as well as overseas assignments and duties.
- Supervised and led a team of heavy weapons specialists, educating and applying hands-on training for them to succeed in the team's operations and tasks.
- Received an Army Achievement Medal for exemplary performance during a fire team competition that consisted of Leadership, Communication, and being able to perform tasks in a timely manner.
- Supervised a team of 6 military personnel and effectively trained others, after getting promoted to the rank of sergeant.
Education
Associates Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Elgin Community College
01.2017
Bachelors - Criminal Justice Administration
Columbia College of Missouri
04-2019
Skills
- Fluent in both English and Spanish
- Community oriented policing
- Mental resilience
- Crisis Intervention / De-escalation tactics
- CPR certified
Certification
- 560 HOUR BASIC LAW ENFORCEMENT ACADEMY
- CPR/AED
- FOID
Timeline
Police Officer
Elgin Police Department
02.2020 - 09.2025
Heavy Equipment Operator (Platoon Sergeant)
Army Reserves
07.2017 - Current
Lead Public Safety Officer
Advocate Aurora Health – Good Shepherd Hospital
03.2017 - 01.2020
Infantryman
Illinois Army National Guard
01.2010 - 01.2017
Security Officer
Alexian Brother Health System
03.2006 - 12.2019
Public Safety Officer I
Advocate Aurora Health – Sherman Hospital
02.2005 - 01.2017
Associates Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Elgin Community College
Bachelors - Criminal Justice Administration
Columbia College of Missouri