Michael Hamideh

Experience

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  Salt Lake County Jail

  Jan 1996 - Jan 1996

  Corrections Officer

  Responsible for maintaining the safety, security, and well-being of inmates and staff at the Salt Lake County Jail. • Conducted routine security checks and inspections of cells, common areas, and perimeter fences to prevent escapes and detect contraband.• Supervised inmate activities, including meals, recreation, work details, and visitation, to ensure compliance with facility rules and regulations.• Responded promptly to emergencies, disturbances, and incidents within the facility, including fights, medical emergencies, and fires.• Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and personal belongings to confiscate unauthorized items, such as weapons, drugs, and prohibited materials.• Provided assistance and support to inmates experiencing personal crises, mental health issues, or disciplinary problems.• Documented incidents, writing reports, and maintaining accurate records of inmate behavior, disciplinary actions, and administrative procedures. Show less

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  Utah Highway Patrol

  Jan 1996 - Jan 1997

  State Trooper

  Promoted public safety by protecting lives and property on the Utah freeways.• Enforced state traffic laws and regulations to promote safe driving behaviors and reduce traffic accidents and fatalities.• Conducted routine patrols and responded to emergency calls for service.• Investigated traffic accidents, gathered evidence, and prepared detailed accident reports.• Assisted motorists in distress, providing traffic control at accident scenes and special events, and rendering first aid when necessary.• Conducted criminal investigations, apprehended suspects, and made arrests for offenses ranging from traffic violations to felony crimes.• Providing assistance and support to other law enforcement agencies and first responders during emergencies and major incidents. Show less

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  West Valley City Police Department

  Jan 1997 - Jan 2000

  Police Officer

  Safeguarded the community by patrolling designated areas, responding to calls for service, and enforcing local, state, and federal laws.• Conducted proactive patrols to deter criminal activity and maintain public order.• Responded to emergency and non-emergency calls for assistance.• Conducted thorough investigations, gathering evidence, and making arrests when necessary.• Maintained accurate and detailed records of incidents, investigations, and activities.

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  Salt Lake City Police Department

  Jan 2004 - Jun 2018

  Assigned to Tactical Diversion Squad conducting pharmaceutical investigations to analyze sources of supply and points of diversion within the drug trade.• Maintained integrity and reliability as investigator and witness with zero internal affairs complaints in 21 years despite long-term undercover work and involvement in difficult cases.• Investigated complex international and domestic pharmaceutical diversions involving forgeries, crypto-currency, and the dark web.• Utilized skill for confrontational, relationship-based interrogations to elicit information from suspects and to establish Confidential Sources of Information (rather than burning bridges).• Leveraged knowledge of case law and regulations to avoid violations that may undermine the legal case; stay well within regulatory and legal parameters even in complex cases.• Assembled evidence to identify culpable parties and prosecute cases that typically go unsolved.• Utilized excellent investigation and analysis skills to identify advanced fraud methods and make arrests in sophisticated crimes.• Analyzed financial data and tracked money; wrote search warrants, affidavits, and subpoenas. Show less Spokesperson and public relations representative for Salt Lake City Police Department. Disseminated public information to the media. Coordinated press conferences to TV and radio.• Conducted on-camera interviews and presentations during critical incidents including hostage situations, officer-involved shootings, homicides, and traffic fatalities.• Maintained integrity of ongoing investigations by adeptly balancing public’s need to know with protecting confidential or sensitive information.• Promoted SLCPD reputation and improved public safety by spearheading proactive informational interviews on crime prevention, traffic safety, and other public service announcements. Show less Investigated active homicides, including officer-involved shootings and cold cases. Verified the validity of accidental deaths.• Built air-tight cases to highest standards of proof for challenging cases, often developing leads and solid evidence from very little information.• Used discretion and critical analysis as lead investigator of multiple officer-involved shootings, requiring investigation of colleagues within our agency.• Presented cases to multiple attorneys, developing ability to present facts in a clear and compelling manner.• Developed strong interrogation skills; conducted all Spanish-language interviews. Show less

  • Task Force Officer, Drug Enforcement Administration

    Jan 2013 - Jun 2018

  • Public Information Officer

    Jan 2011 - Jan 2013

  • Homicide Detective

    Jan 2008 - Jan 2011

  • Task Force Officer, Drug Enforcement Administration

    Jan 2004 - Jan 2008
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  Mountain America Credit Union

  Jun 2018 - Mar 2019

  Security Ambassador

  Maintained safety and security for employees and visitors at corporate headquarters.• Liaised with law enforcement to ensure the physical security of buildings and staff.• Built relationships of trust with staff and executives.• Performed incident investigations to ensure safety while mitigating risk, handling incidents with discretion, and maintaining corporate reputation.• Monitored CCTV footage, fire alarm systems, and other security systems.

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  Waterford School

  Mar 2019 - now

  Director of Safety and Operations

  Leads all security functions on an open campus of students from pre-K3 to grade 12. Oversees transportation, facilities, grounds, and custodial for a 43-acre campus with 9 buildings. Designed a security plan to ensure the safety of all students and staff.• Led implementation of new security software system built to interface with police department and staff; system provides real-time data to police and dispatch.• Overhauled management structure for all facilities management functions (Maintenance, Grounds, Custodial, Transportation); implemented standardized management and cross-training to improve morale.• Built relationships with staff, teachers, and students—down to pre-K—to establish my role as a trusted advisor, leading to critical disclosures that enable me to proactively address sensitive issues.• Leveraged investigative background and law enforcement network to handle abuses and violations efficiently and discreetly that mitigates public conflict.• Tapped by administration for public-facing presentations to parents and staff.• Conducted staff training on security protocols. Conducted fire drills.• Built a culture of safety and security, empowering all staff as eyes and ears to report safety issues. Show less