Derek Van Brunt
Adrian
Summary
Dedicated Law Enforcement Professional with 11 years of experience at Sheriff's Office, specializing in patrol operations. Proven ability to ensure public safety and regulatory compliance through effective problem-solving and communication skills. Strong track record of fostering community relationships and maintaining order in high-pressure situations.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Patrol Deputy - Full Time
Cass County Sheriff’s Office
07.2025 - Current
- General Patrol directed at preventing crime, enforcing traffic laws, and maintaining civil order within the county.
- Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service.
- Documenting and reporting calls for service.
Reserve Deputy
Cass County Sheriff’s Office
06.2014 - 07.2025
- Passed FTO status to support Patrol Division.
- Passed JTO status to support Jail Division.
- Passed Court status to support Court Division.
- Completed countless Extraditions supporting Jail Division.
- Completed countless Hospital supporting Jail Division.
- Support the Sheriff’s Office in many Public Relations Events.
Warehouse Operations
Kenny’s Tile and Floor Covering
06.1992 - 07.2025
- Developed high-quality tile installations ensuring durability and aesthetic appeal across various projects.
- Executed precise tile layout strategies that enhanced visual impact for residential and commercial spaces.
- Managed inventory effectively to optimize stock levels, ensuring timely project completion without delays.
- Coordinated job deliveries, guaranteeing on-time arrival of materials to job sites for seamless operations.
- Supervised team members to promote adherence to safety standards and high-quality workmanship.
- Implemented efficient workflows that improved delivery processes and reduced operational bottlenecks.
- Conducted regular training sessions for staff, enhancing skills and productivity within the team.
- Established relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent material availability and quality.
Recruit
Cass County Regional Training Academy
02.2013 - 11.2013
- Squad Leader.
- Most improved Physical Fitness.
- Highest POST score of the class.
- Class 13-01
Education
GED -
Southwest High School
San Diego, CA08-1989
Skills
- Integrity and ethics
- Leadership qualities
- Incident command
- Mental health awareness
- Traffic enforcement
- Weapons handling
- Officer safety
- Police patrol operations
- De-escalation techniques
- Crime scene investigation
- Patrol techniques
- Defensive tactics
- Crime prevention
- Arrest procedures
- Crime scene preservation
- Emergency response
- Criminal investigations
- Firearms proficiency
- Traffic stop investigations
- Evidence collection
- Domestic violence response
- First aid and CPR
- Integrity and honesty
- Radio communication
- Problem-solving
- Time management
Timeline
Patrol Deputy - Full Time
Cass County Sheriff’s Office
07.2025 - Current
Reserve Deputy
Cass County Sheriff’s Office
06.2014 - 07.2025
Recruit
Cass County Regional Training Academy
02.2013 - 11.2013
Warehouse Operations
Kenny’s Tile and Floor Covering
06.1992 - 07.2025
GED -
Southwest High School
2017 Reserve deputy of the Year
October 2025- Outstanding Service to Sheriff's Office and Citizens of Cass County award.