Paxton Ayers
Cape Girardeau,MO
Summary
Security and law enforcement professional with over 15 years of combined experience in public safety, corrections, and conflict resolution. Proven ability to maintain order in high-stress environments, safeguard staff and the public, and enforce policies with fairness and integrity. Adept at de-escalation, team supervision, and emergency response — skills directly transferable to ensuring the safety of patients, visitors, and medical staff in a hospital setting.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Public Safety Officer
Saint Francis Hospital
12.2020 - Current
- Maintain accurate records of incidents and actions taken during shifts, contributing to effective communication between team members and supervisors.
- Patrol assigned areas on foot, horseback or by vehicle.
- Provide first aid assistance during medical emergencies, applying life-saving techniques until paramedics arrived on scene.
- Monitor surveillance systems for potential threats or suspicious behavior around critical infrastructure, reporting findings to appropriate authorities for further investigation.
League Official
City of Cape Girardeau
01.1994 - Current
- Over 30 years of community service through officiating sports, maintaining order and enforcing rules fairly.
- Demonstrates long-term reliability, impartial decision-making, and professionalism in public-facing roles.
Supervisor Tech
Advanced Pest Control Systems, Inc.
01.2018 - 04.2020
- Managed crews and schedules, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Set goals, delegated assignments, and provided corrective feedback to improve performance.
- Developed problem-solving and diversity training sessions, fostering teamwork in high-pressure environments.
Jail Administrator / Deputy Sheriff
Scott County Sheriff’s Office
06.2011 - 12.2018
- Directed daily operations of a secure facility, ensuring safety for inmates, staff, and the public.
- Applied de-escalation and conflict resolution techniques to prevent incidents and maintain order.
- Supervised officers, conducted training, and enforced policies in compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Responded to emergencies with quick judgment and coordinated multi-staff interventions — directly aligned with hospital security protocols.
Education
Peace Officer Standards And Training - Criminal Justice
South East Missouri Police Acadamy
Cape Girardeau, MO2011
Skills
- Hospital security operations
- De-escalation strategies
- Incident Reporting & Compliance
- Inmate/Patient Supervision & Care Standards
- Team Training & Leadership
- Safety & Emergency Response Procedures
- Time-Tested Reliability (20 years of service roles)
- De-escalation strategies
- First aid certified
- Report preparation
- Emergency response
- Fire prevention
Certification
Missouri Peace Officer Standards and Training
Timeline
Public Safety Officer
Saint Francis Hospital
12.2020 - Current
Supervisor Tech
Advanced Pest Control Systems, Inc.
01.2018 - 04.2020
Jail Administrator / Deputy Sheriff
Scott County Sheriff’s Office
06.2011 - 12.2018
League Official
City of Cape Girardeau
01.1994 - Current
Peace Officer Standards And Training - Criminal Justice
South East Missouri Police Acadamy
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