Reese Brayton
Saint Charles
Summary
Reese Brayton is a Criminal Justice student at St. Charles Community College with a strong background in public safety and leadership. He has four years of experience working for the City of St. Peters as a lifeguard, including one year as a Head Lifeguard, where he supervised staff, enforced safety protocols, and responded to emergency situations. During his time in this role, he was recognized for performing a life-saving rescue and for outstanding performance during safety audits.
Reese is certified in CPR and First Aid through Ellis & Associates and has completed a semester of training with Air Force ROTC, further developing his discipline and teamwork skills. He maintains a strong work ethic, stays physically active, and holds a valid driver’s license with a clean record. Reese is committed to pursuing a career in law enforcement, with the goal of protecting his community and ensuring public safety.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Lifeguard
St. Peters Rec Plex
City Of Saint Peters, MO
03.2025 - Current
- Ensured safety of patrons by enforcing rules and maintaining constant situational awareness
- Responded effectively to emergency situations, including performing a life-saving rescue
- Selected for promotion to Head Lifeguard based on leadership, reliability, and performance
- Assisted in training and supervising staff to maintain safety standards
- Recognized by supervisors for outstanding performance during safety audits
- Supervised daily operations and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
Lifeguard
St. Peters Rec Plex
City Of Saint Peters, MO
01.2023 - Current
- Monitored pool activities to ensure safety and compliance with regulations
- Administered first aid and CPR in emergency situations
- Conducted routine safety inspections of facilities and equipment
- Trained new lifeguards on protocols and emergency response procedures
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
St. Charles Community College
St. Charles, MO05-2027
High School Diploma -
Francis Howell Central
St. Charles, MO06-2024
Skills
- Customer service
- Team management
- Staff supervision
- Emergency response
- Physical fitness
- Certified in CPR/AED
Accomplishments
- Performed a life-saving rescue while working as a lifeguard, demonstrating the ability to act quickly and effectively under pressure
- Promoted to Head Lifeguard within three years, recognizing leadership, reliability, and strong job performance
- Recognized by supervisors for outstanding performance during safety audits, maintaining high operational and safety standards
- Supervised and assisted in training lifeguard staff, contributing to a safe and well-managed environment
- Completed CPR and First Aid certification through Ellis & Associates, maintaining readiness for emergency response situations
- Successfully completed a semester of Air Force ROTC, developing discipline, teamwork, and accountability
- Consistently upheld a strong work ethic and reliability, trusted with leadership responsibilities and critical safety roles
Certification
- Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Certification
- CPR Certification (Ellis & Associates)
- First Aid Certification (Ellis & Associates)
Timeline
Head Lifeguard
St. Peters Rec Plex
03.2025 - Current
Lifeguard
St. Peters Rec Plex
01.2023 - Current
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
St. Charles Community College
High School Diploma -
Francis Howell Central
Awards
Outstanding Performance Award — City of St. Peters
October 19, 2025
- Recognized for alertness, quick action, and effective teamwork during a critical emergency on August 22, 2025
- Assisted in rescuing an unresponsive individual from the water and initiating CPR, AED, and First Aid procedures
- Contributed to stabilizing the individual, who regained independent breathing prior to transport for further medical care
- Demonstrated strong composure, coordination, and adherence to emergency response protocols under pressure