Anna Collins
Austin,TX
Summary
Highly disciplined and dedicated former Military Police Officer with nine years of experience in the military and five years specializing in law enforcement, security operations, and personnel management within high-pressure environments. Expertise in developing and implementing comprehensive security policies, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with military and civilian regulations. Demonstrated ability to write clear and effective policies, standard operating procedures, and training manuals that enhance operational efficiency and safety. A proven leader with strong communication skills, adept at training and mentoring teams, managing critical incidents, and fostering a culture of integrity and accountability.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Anti-Terrorism Tactical Watch Officer
US Navy
02.2018 - 03.2023
- Achieved operational efficiency by continuously identifying areas for process improvement within the watch center.
- Modelled best practices in stress management, teamwork, and adaptability in a high-pressure work environment.
- Enhanced team performance through ongoing training initiatives and cross-functional collaboration opportunities.
- Anticipated potential challenges with proactive assessments of current trends in geopolitical landscape and threat intelligence sources.
- Developed comprehensive situation reports, contributing to the overall understanding of complex incidents and events.
- Maintained high levels of data accuracy in logs and records by adhering to strict documentation standards.
- Maintained a secure environment by diligently enforcing access control protocols at the watch center.
Military Police
US Navy
12.2015 - 03.2023
- Led diverse training simulations to prepare teams for combat and emergency situations.
- Provided fast and accurate emergency response to injured teammates, providing first aid and Buddy Care.
- Monitored and authorized access to restricted areas by employees and visitors to guard against theft and incursion.
- Completed regular patrols of assigned areas within operations areas.
- Managed receipt, storage and issue of mission-specific weapons and ammunition.
- Developed and implemented anti-terrorism policies, administered force protection programs and served as technical authority on anti-terrorism and overall security.
- Identified and analyzed threats, protected against radiological sabotage and handled nuclear emergency situations.
- Maintained periodic qualification of armed response, physical fitness and weapon requirements and maintained all required qualifications for site access.
- Assessed alarms, investigated and reported suspicious activity, identified safety and fire hazards and made action recommendations.
- Led or participated in security drills, practical exercises and required training programs and mentored over 100 new security staff members.
- Circulated among visitors, patrons and employees to preserve order, protect property and warn violators of rule infractions.
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
- Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
- Warned violators of rule infractions and escorted unauthorized persons off premises.
- Monitored and investigated suspicions persons and situations and unusual activities.
- Collaborated with intelligence personnel to analyze potential threats, informing strategic decision-making processes.
- Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
Lead Server/Management
Mina Lounge
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Oversaw daily operations of service team, delegated tasks, and trained new staff.
- Observed servers to provide feedback and coaching in areas requiring improvement.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Inspected FOH stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Supported needs of 30- person wait staff who attended to specific needs of countless customers daily for casual to club restaurant with social relevancy and intentionality.
Engineer
US Navy
06.2012 - 12.2015
- Reduced project completion time with efficient resource allocation and effective communication strategies.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to optimize hydraulic system designs and streamline troubleshooting processes.
- Resolved complex technical issues for improved equipment performance and reliability.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing lead times for spare parts procurement while minimizing costs associated with excess stock holdings.
- Enhanced system efficiency by conducting regular hydraulic equipment maintenance and thorough inspections.
- Spearheaded retrofitting projects that modernized aging hydraulic systems for improved efficiency levels without compromising on safety standards or operational capabilities.
- Developed comprehensive service reports, documenting all repairs, adjustments, and recommendations for future maintenance.
Education
Associate of Science - Accounting
American Military University
San Diego, CA12.2025
High School Diploma -
Christian Heritage Academy
Merritt Island, United States05.2012
Skills
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Investigation documentation
- Hazard analysis and risk control
- Electronic and stationary surveillance
- Vehicle inspections
- Counterterrorism
- Firearms expertise
- Criminal law understanding
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Problem resolution
- Cybersecurity Awareness
- Public Relations
- Team Leadership & Supervision
- Time Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Policy Development & Implementation
- Critical Thinking
- Decision-Making Under Pressure
- Legal and Ethical Adherence
Certification
- Security Specialist, USMAPS - 2016
- CFR - Certified First Responder
- Licensed CPR
- Sexual Assault Victim Advocate
- Hydraulic RHIB technician
- CSCS - Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Timeline
Lead Server/Management
Mina Lounge
06.2022 - 01.2023
Anti-Terrorism Tactical Watch Officer
US Navy
02.2018 - 03.2023
Military Police
US Navy
12.2015 - 03.2023
Engineer
US Navy
06.2012 - 12.2015
Associate of Science - Accounting
American Military University
High School Diploma -
Christian Heritage Academy