Andy Young
Corryton,TN
Summary
Security and law enforcement professional with experience in nuclear site protection, access control, patrol operations, and emergency response. Holds DOE Q clearance and HRP qualification, with training in radiological safety and X-ray screening. Enforces security procedures, maintains clear communications, and delivers dependable incident response. Completed FBI Hostage Negotiator School and Crisis Negotiator I and II, plus 40-hour Crisis Intervention Team training through the McNabb Center.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Police Officer I
Consolidated Nuclear Security
Oak Ridge, TN
10.2020 - Current
- Responded to alarms and suspicious activity using protective force procedures.
- Inspected barriers, locks, and surveillance equipment to verify security readiness and identify potential vulnerabilities.
- Patrolled protected areas and supported perimeter security at nuclear facilities.
- Enforced site rules and federal security standards with clear communication.
- Coordinated with security teams during emergencies and critical incidents to ensure swift and effective response.
- Responded to emergency calls for service in a timely manner.
- Provided access control to sensitive areas, ensuring only authorized personnel were granted entry.
- Escorted personnel, contractors, and deliveries through controlled areas.
- Performed searches of people or property using appropriate methods according to established guidelines.
- Participated in security exercises to prepare for potential threats and emergencies.
- Operated security equipment including metal detectors and X-ray machines for thorough screening of individuals, enhancing overall facility security.
- Observe radiological work processes and report unusual conditions or potential security concerns to supervisors.
- Operated Ludlum radiation detection instruments to monitor radiation levels effectively.
- Operate radiological survey instruments and confirm check sources to test and verify proper equipment functionality.
POLICE OFFICER II
Knoxville Police Department
Knoxville, TN
07.2011 - 10.2020
- Patrol Officer (8 years)-Duties include protection of citizens and property through proactive patrol,responding to calls for service, provide security during public events (parades, protests, concerts,etc), issue and serve active arrest warrants, issue search warrants, drug interdiction, special plain clothes assignments, testify before criminal court and grand jury, and conduct investigation of reported crimes
- Field Training Officer
- Member of Crisis Negotiation Unit-responding to situations including suicidal persons, barricaded suspects and hostage negotiations
- Instructor for Community Response to Active Shooter Situation
- Recruit mentor
- Certified Bike Officer
- Completed FBI Hostage Negotiator school, as well as Crisis Negotiator I and II through the Public Agency Training Council
- Officer of the Month-March 2006
- Member of Crisis Intervention Team-Trained in response to individuals in crisis who are unable to respond to their crisis in a proper and safe manner
TEACHER-CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Hardin Valley Academy
Knoxville, TN
08.2008 - 08.2011
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
- Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- Established internship with the Knoxville Police Department, allowing Criminal Justice students to participate in ride-along with KPD officers on a weekly basis.
- Established SkillsUSA club, an after-schools club for students interested in learning more about the criminal justice field.
PROBATION OFFICER
Tennessee Board of Probation and Parole
Sevierville, TN
08.2007 - 08.2008
- Administer drug and alcohol tests, including random drug screens of offenders, to verify compliance with substance abuse treatment programs.
- Recommend remedial action or initiate court action in response to noncompliance with terms of probation
- Interview probationers regularly to evaluate their progress in accomplishing goals and maintaining the terms specified in their probation contracts and rehabilitation plans.
- Prepare and maintain case folder for over 80 probationers
- Conducted in-home visits of probationers and monitored their compliance to the conditions of their probation as set by the state of Tennessee
- Supervised all the sex offenders in Sevier County. Conducting monthly visits. Communicated with probation officers out of state regarding sex offenders wishing to move to Sevier County, thencreated an approval or denial report
Education
B.A. - Sociology-Criminology and Criminal Justice
UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE-KNOXVILLE
Knoxville, TN05-2006
High School Diploma -
FARRAGUT HIGH SCHOOL
Knoxville, TN05-1996
Skills
- DOE Q Clearance
- Human Reliability Program (HRP) Qualified
- NCS Training
- Radiological Worker I, II and III Training
- Trained in operation of X-Ray equipment
- Trained and qualified for use of Avon C50 full face respirator
- Member of Emergency Response Organization
- Fluent in Chinese
- Completed FBI Hostage Negotiator School, as well as Crisis Negotiator I and II through the Public Agency Training Council
- Completed 40 hours of Crisis Intervention Team training program through the McNabb Center
Personal Information
Title: Security Police Officer
Certification
- Peace Officer Standards and Training certified Law Enforcement Officer, Certification of Completion of FBI Basic Crisis Negotiation Course, Crisis Intervention Training
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
I am comfortable working within the framework of a collective group.Having worked different areas with diverse people, from government funded housing to the center of downtown Knoxville, I have experience relating to people with different personalities and traits. I understand the importance of teamwork. I am good at following orders, self-motivated and complete all my assignments in a prompt manner. I believe that I work well under stressful conditions and am able to discern the best way to handle each situation.
Languages
English
Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Knoxville Police Department Officer of the Month-March 2016
Timeline
Security Police Officer I
Consolidated Nuclear Security
10.2020 - Current
POLICE OFFICER II
Knoxville Police Department
07.2011 - 10.2020
TEACHER-CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Hardin Valley Academy
08.2008 - 08.2011
PROBATION OFFICER
Tennessee Board of Probation and Parole
08.2007 - 08.2008
B.A. - Sociology-Criminology and Criminal Justice
UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE-KNOXVILLE
High School Diploma -
FARRAGUT HIGH SCHOOL