Alan Underwood
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Seasoned professional with a diverse background spanning from the United States Navy to Lake Mead Christian Academy, showcasing unparalleled leadership in high-stakes environments and empathetic pastoral care. Expert in creative lesson planning and in-depth scripture knowledge, I excel in mentoring with a strong theological understanding, significantly enhancing community and individual growth.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bible Teacher
Lake Mead Christian Academy
Las Vegas, NV
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Facilitated engaging class discussions to deepen students' understanding of biblical stories.
- Developed and implemented weekly lesson plans based on biblical teachings and morals.
- Provided guidance and spiritual counseling to students in need.
- Coordinated with parents and guardians to support students' spiritual growth outside of class.
- Led multiple mission trips with students, ensuring safety and coordinating with local missionaries to support the community.
Security Officer
Lake Mead Christian Academy
Henderson, NV
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Sounded alarms and called police or fire department in cases of fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
- Participated in training sessions to stay up-to-date on current security trends and best practices.
- Inspected security systems to maintain consistent operational availability and to detect evidence of tampering.
- Adhered to daily patrol schedules to support consistent security presence throughout property.
- Ensured school security and preparedness for active shooter situations as an armed security officer.
Police Officer
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Dept
Las Vegas, NV
01.1999 - 09.2021
- Saved time through effective emergency issue resolution.
- Arrested individuals suspected of criminal activities, following proper legal procedures.
- Maintained order during civil disturbances or protests.
- Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
- Performed CPR and other rescue techniques on individuals in medical emergencies.
- Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
- Operated mobile data terminals from patrol vehicles to obtain criminal records on-scene.
- Issued traffic tickets and wrote incident reports according to commissioner specifications.
- Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Documented observations and actions by radioing information and completing reports.
- Trained new officers in essential policing skills, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and accuracy in report writing.
- Demonstrated exceptional organizational skills in managing case files and evidence.
- Executed crisis intervention strategies to assist individuals in distress.
- Ensured security and safety at McCarran Airport as part of the Homeland Security team for 5 years.
Security Officer
Golden Nugget Casino
Las Vegas, NV
01.1994 - 01.1999
- Participated in training sessions to stay up-to-date on current security trends and best practices.
- Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Enforced security regulations and escorted non-compliant individuals to private areas for processing.
- Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
- Inspected parking lot to verify parking permits and ticketed or towed unauthorized vehicles.
- Enforced access control measures in accordance with established procedures.
- Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
- Monitored premises and recorded activity in daily officer reports.
- Searched individuals and baggage for weapons and other prohibited items.
- Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
- Patrolled crowds during events to preserve order and promote security.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
Naval Aircrewman
United States Navy, USN
Lemoore, CA
09.1991 - 09.1993
- Led as crew chief on F-18 fighter jets aboard the aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln.
- Ensured the safety of pilots and crew by maintaining proper aircraft maintenance.
- Operated in a high-risk, fast-paced flight deck environment, ensuring safety protocols for self and team.
- Trained new recruits on flight deck operations of an aircraft carrier.
Education
High School Diploma -
Valley High School
Las Vegas, NV06-1991
Skills
- In-depth scripture knowledge
- Pastoral care
- Social media engagement
- Empathetic listener
- Cross-cultural sensitivity
- Relational ministry
- Mentoring and discipleship
- Writing and editing
- Strong theological understanding
- Creative lesson planning
- Educational activities
- Positive reinforcement
- First aid trained
- Emergency planning
- Weapons safety
- Surveillance expert
- Felony laws proficiency
- Conflict resolution tactics
- Crime prevention strategies
- Arrest and detention
- Schedule setting
- Suspect interrogation
- Mental resilience
- Firearms proficiency
- Risk mitigation
- Tactical policing
- De-escalation techniques
- CPR/First aid certified
- Court testimony
- Physical fitness
- Exceptional problem solver
- Crime prevention models
- Police reports
- Crime prevention training
Affiliations
Enjoy maintaining a healthy lifestyle through diet and exercise.
Hiking and mountain biking.
Training with firearms.
Most importantly I enjoy spending time with my family.
Certification
CPR and AED certification through Lake Mead christian academy.
CCW permit.
Volunteer
- volunteer as a youth leader at Hope Church. Boys youth leader for three years.
- Coached Middle school Girls Basketball
- Coached Junior varsity boys basketball : 2 years
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bible Teacher
Lake Mead Christian Academy
09.2023 - 05.2024
Security Officer
Lake Mead Christian Academy
06.2022 - 05.2024
Police Officer
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Dept
01.1999 - 09.2021
Security Officer
Golden Nugget Casino
01.1994 - 01.1999
Naval Aircrewman
United States Navy, USN
09.1991 - 09.1993
High School Diploma -
Valley High School