Experienced Regional Safety Advisor with a long record of OSHA compliance, hazard control, workplace inspections, and incident investigation. Known for training teams, strengthening safety programs, and reducing risk across complex operations. Holds a Double CSHO from TEEX.
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years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Safety advisor
H-E-B LP
San Antonio, Texas
02.2006 - Current
Supported H-E-B store teams with OSHA safety compliance and hazard control practices.
Performed workplace inspections across H-E-B facilities to spot unsafe conditions.
Documented incidents and findings for H-E-B safety leadership to inform safety improvements.
Trained H-E-B partners on PPE use, emergency response, and safe work practices.
Reviewed safety procedures and updated guidance for H-E-B departments.
Monitored corrective actions and followed up on hazard removal at H-E-B sites.
Coordinated safety meetings with H-E-B managers and frontline partners.
Maintained safety records, reports, and compliance documentation for H-E-B operations.
Performed safety audits and inspections of worksites, identifying hazards and proposing corrective action plans.
Conducted periodic reviews of existing safety programs to ensure effectiveness and compliance with current regulations.
Assisted in the development of job hazard analyses for new operations or processes.
Facilitated meetings between management personnel and employees concerning health &safety issues.
Collaborated with other departments to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to occupational health and safety.
Conducted field inspections of sites, procedures and protective gear to assess compliance with safety standards.
Trained workers on safe work practices and emergency response procedures.
Evaluated employee adherence to safety rules, regulations, and protocols to ensure compliance.
Oversaw environmental health and safety programs to ensure compliance and safety standards were met.
Participated in meetings with external auditors to discuss OSHA compliance issues.
Monitored safety protocols in accordance with OSHA standards.
Ensured that all workers comply with OSHA requirements while working at construction sites.
Market Asset Protection Manager
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. Home Office
Bentonville, Arkansas
01.1990 - 01.2006
Directed asset protection programs for Wal-Mart Stores Inc. Home Office operations.
Investigated theft, fraud, and policy violations using store reports and surveillance.
Reviewed exception data to identify shrink patterns and exposure risks.
Collaborated with store teams on safety, compliance, and loss prevention controls.
Developed asset protection procedures for retail operations and corporate standards.
Trained associates on security practices, incident response, and reporting steps.
Coordinated law enforcement and internal teams during active investigations.
Monitored access controls, alarm systems, and camera coverage across facilities.
Managed incident reports and documentation for legal purposes.
Analyzed data from security systems and surveillance cameras to identify trends in incidents and develop prevention plans accordingly.
Trained staff on how to properly use security equipment such as alarm systems and CCTV cameras.
Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies on cases involving potential criminal prosecution.
Reviewed financial documents such as invoices and receipts for accuracy prior to submitting them for processing.
Conducted investigations into suspicious activity related to shoplifting, employee theft, fraud, or other violations of company policies.
Assisted Loss Prevention personnel with investigations.
Monitored inventory levels and identified discrepancies between physical counts and computer records.
Advised senior management on best practices for reducing shrinkage due to theft or fraud.
Provided leadership, coaching, feedback, and guidance to team members regarding asset protection initiatives.
Developed and implemented strategies to reduce risk of theft, loss, or damage of merchandise in all areas of the store.
Performed regular audits of store locations to identify potential risks or vulnerabilities that could lead to loss or damage of assets.
Participated in safety meetings with store management teams to ensure compliance with government regulations and corporate policy standards.
Investigated internal thefts by interviewing suspects and reviewing evidence collected from video surveillance systems.
Maintained accurate records of all incidents reported including dates, times, locations, descriptions of events and suspects.
Planned, organized and scheduled strategy collaboration with other asset protection specialists.
Mitigated risk and oversaw internal and external shoplifter apprehension and detention.
Identified and resolved crime cases in partnership with local law enforcement agencies.
Represented the region at corporate office town hall meetings.
Obtained positions of increasing responsibility based on expertise in loss prevention and store operations.
Criminal Investigations Detective
Alice Police Department
Alice, Texas
07.1979 - 12.2005
Investigated felony complaints for the Alice Police Department's criminal cases.
Interviewed witnesses and suspects during complex detective investigations.
Collected evidence and maintained detailed case files for department review.
Served search warrants and coordinated crime scene processing with patrol units.
Prepared affidavits, reports, and court testimony for prosecutions.
Analyzed case records and identified investigative leads for follow-up action.
Collaborated with prosecutors and outside agencies on active investigations.
Monitored case progress and updated department supervisors on investigative status.
Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
Secured evidence from crime scenes, bodies, and secondary locations, carefully following sound evidentiary practices and chain of custody requirements.
Documented facts and statements gathered from complainants, witnesses and accused persons.
Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.
Sought out witnesses to obtain information about identifiable violations of local, state or federal statutes.
Coordinated with prosecutors during the pre-trial phase of a criminal investigation.
Prepared affidavits for search warrants based on probable cause statements.
Maintained contact with informants who provided valuable information regarding ongoing investigations.
Prepared detailed written reports documenting investigative activities and findings.
Participated in joint task forces involving federal, state and local law enforcement agencies.
Interviewed suspects to obtain information related to a criminal investigation.
Conducted detailed interrogations to gather crucial information from suspects.
Managed investigations and prepared criminal cases for court.
Testified under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.
Education
CSHO in Construction - Occpational Safety & Health
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
12-2025
CSHO in General Indusry - Occupational Health And Safety
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
07-2024
Police Officer Certification School - Police Science
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX
09-1979
Associate of Science - Police Science
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX
Skills
OSHA compliance
Safety program design
Safety program evaluation
Workplace inspections
Incident investigation
Risk assessment
Job hazard analysis
Safety instruction
Occupational health
OSHA Outreach trainer
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Regional Safety advisor
H-E-B LP
02.2006 - Current
Market Asset Protection Manager
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. Home Office
01.1990 - 01.2006
Criminal Investigations Detective
Alice Police Department
07.1979 - 12.2005
CSHO in Construction - Occpational Safety & Health
Texas A&M University
CSHO in General Indusry - Occupational Health And Safety
Texas A&M University
Police Officer Certification School - Police Science