A versatile dynamic leader who brings 13 years of executive and administrative experience is looking for a long-term career appointment. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Director of Security and Safety – Chief Security Officer
Endeavors
10.2022 - Current
Oversee and manage security operations, contract security, safety, and emergency management in accordance with federal requirements over multiple sites
Manages and aligns security and safety policies to state and federal industry standards
Develop new processes, standards, training, Post Orders and SOPs for physical security and Security Operations Center
Interact with Risk to ensure current Policy and Procedures are up to date and create new policies to meet those risk needs
Oversee all visitor’s management, VIP appearances, develop operational plans for protection using any intelligence provided by the Security Operations Center
Oversee and manage the Emergency Management Program while ensuring quarterly and annual training is conducted for Emergency Response, Security, Leadership response, and Security Operations Center
Manage payroll, hours, and budgets
Manage and oversee continuous security risk audits to ensure optimum performance is adhered too
Developed and implemented active shooter response program
Oversee and manage the surveillance operations program, emergency management notification system, and internal and external communications
Conduct internal investigations
Work to develop outside partnership consisting of public safety, city and county governments, federal partners, and other agencies.
Improved overall team efficiency by streamlining project management processes and implementing new collaboration tools.
Reduced operational costs by identifying inefficiencies and implementing cost-saving measures in various departments.
Enhanced employee performance through targeted training programs and regular feedback sessions, resulting in higher productivity levels.
Implemented data-driven decision-making strategies, leading to more informed business choices and positive outcomes.
Assistant Director of Security Operations
Texas Children’s Hospital
06.2021 - 07.2022
Provide direction of the over a multi building security operations that included patrol, investigations, behavioral health officers, law enforcement, and training
Review, prepare, and execute 25-million-dollar budget
Provide support to direct reports on day-to-day security operations and implement strategic goals for subordinate managers and supervisors
Oversee found property, small fleet management, and records
Develop operation plans for VIP guests to provide protection and safeguards during visits
Review and investigate internal complaints and incidents
Ensure all records are kept in compliance
Co-manage the video surveillance for investigations and ensure patient safety
Develop and manage the implementation of the Training for the Commission Officer Program, Non-Commission Officer Program, the Police Program, Behavioral Health Officer Program and Workplace Violence Program
Research and create new policies, facilities, and POST orders
Conduct security audits and Security Risk Assessments
Take part in and Chair Committees.
Enhanced overall security by implementing new procedures and protocols for staff and visitors.
Increased staff performance by providing regular training sessions and skill development workshops.
Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to ensure a safe and secure environment for all personnel.
Managed access control systems, ensuring only authorized individuals could enter restricted areas.
Public Safety Programs Manager
Las Positas Community College
08.2018 - 05.2021
Provide direction and manage all facets of the Public Safety Programs
Review and approve all purchases
Schedule courses and staff as needed and provide direction on program discipline plans
Oversee and develop all department budgets as well as track and monitor all expenditures; oversee the accreditation process, provide self-program assessments, management program enrollments, and continue to develop all programs through new and updated curriculum
Managed grants and facility requests
Oversee and maintain all documentation for future site visits and individual program accreditation
Review and negotiate new contracts for the program
Maintain all equipment, vehicle maintenance, and facilities within the division
Recruit, hire, evaluate, and train new employees
Develop new private and public relationships to improve program outcomes and increase training opportunities with the public safety workforce
Provide maintenance and oversite of all public safety records for accreditation and regulatory compliance
Provide oversite of all public safety maintenance and fleet management
Conduct initial title IX complaints
Research, develop, and provide guidance for development of new curriculum, work with outside consortiums to merge curriculum and conduct needs assessments for public safety as a whole
Understand and maintain partnerships with Fire, Police and EMS agencies to include State Fire Marshall’s Office, CA POST, STC, FESHE and others.
Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
Facilitated successful cross-functional collaborations for the completion of key projects, fostering strong working relationships among team members.
Criminal Justice Adjunct Instructor
Brightwood College
08.2008 - 04.2018
Managed, directed, and taught students within the criminal justice field
Understood and analyzed new laws to interpret and relate to criminal justice students
Developed and maintained new and current curriculum in the criminal justice field
Developed testing and assignments to measure and control the learning ability of current and past students
Charged with securing the building an safety of staff and students during the night.
Enhanced student understanding of criminal justice concepts by incorporating real-world case studies and examples in lessons.
Developed assessment methods to measure student progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
Updated course materials regularly to ensure relevance with current issues and trends in criminal justice practice.
Provided individualized guidance to students on academic matters, improving retention rates and overall satisfaction with the program.
Tribal Administrator / Interim Police Chief / Economic Development CEO
Tule River Indian Tribe
12.2016 - 03.2018
Designated as Chief Administrator overseeing day-to-day operations of a $40M multi-department government consisting of 28 departments and 400 employees, which included Casino Security, Police and Fire departments
Provided direct oversight of grants and other programs for compliance
Provided direction to subordinate directors with regards to operations, policy and overall efficiencies
Developed optimum performance measures to provide best practices while reorganizing the agency
Provided direct oversight over a separate economic development corporation
Provided oversight and direction on projects which includes public works, water and sewage, land management and fire suppression, grants, and reporting requirements
Developed and implemented annual budget
Review all Internal Complaints for accuracy and determine appropriate action
Provided expertise and knowledge to Tribal Council to assist with overall policy decision making
Responsible for all personnel as the designated personnel officer in hiring, recruitment, and disciplinary actions of all employees
Review, approve and manage vendor contracts.
Strengthened relationships with tribal members by effectively managing communication channels and regularly updating them on initiatives.
Enhanced community programs by collaborating with various departments and implementing targeted strategies for improvement.
Streamlined administrative processes, resulting in increased efficiency and improved service delivery to the tribal community.
Criminal Justice Program Director
Brightwood College
04.2016 - 12.2016
Managed and coordinated the daily operations of the department
Supervised full-time and part-time adjunct faculty
Provided direction and managed projects and programs
Manage all student education records as well as staff employment records
Ensured program compliance with regards to accrediting commissions, licensing requirements, Title V, and company board policies as appropriate
Coordinated all departmental activities such as the scheduling of classes; faculty searches, hiring of all faculty, evaluations, and other related administrative duties
Reviewed and ensured all curriculums meet standards, develop and implement new curriculum; improve testing and training outcomes for student success
Scheduling and staffing of all related courses
Mentored and provided guidance to faculty and students for optimum program success
Worked with outside entities in marketing the college brand.
City Manager
City of San Joaquin
01.2015 - 03.2016
Designated as Chief Executive Officer, provided administrative direction over an $8.7M day-to-day operations of the City
Managed over city projects
Responsible for development, implementation and execution of city’s annual budget and accounting
Interpreted new laws, develop policies for adoption and assure implementation
Oversaw and managed a multitude of departments that include, finance, human resource, planning, and public works division; to include oversight function of contract services such as law enforcement, planning and engineering
Oversee and management a wastewater/water treatment plant
Provided Economic development, work with other agencies to optimize performance and provide measurable sustainability for the community
Oversaw grants, provide project oversight, implement, and design new programs
Responsible for ground water management of the city while ensuring that the community is sustainable in water quality and quantity
Researched, developed and provided policy for City Council as well as worked with other legislative body at the local, state and federal level
Continuously review and manage the service contract with the Sheriff’s department.
Enhanced community engagement by implementing innovative public outreach programs and events.
Streamlined city operations through the development of effective policies and procedures.
Managed financial resources responsibly, resulting in balanced budgets and cost savings for the city.
Police Lieutenant
Huron Police Department
07.2011 - 12.2014
Oversaw the daily operations of police operations and administration
Responsible for all major criminal investigations within the police department including internal affairs as well as direct supervision of the evidence property room, records, and dispatch
Developed strategies to ensure optimal performance in oversight of uniform patrols, investigations, traffic, community service, and other special operations units through adequate scheduling of personnel
Provide direct oversite of all records
Completed responsibility for all aspects of the Department’s annual budget
Conducted assessment analysis of all training matrixes in an effort to train, education, and promote employees to include all phases of hiring, background investigations, and discipline of all personnel
Oversaw all department accreditations that included police officer training standards, backgrounds, training, compliance of state mandated laws pertaining to temporary holding facilities, medical treatment, Department of Justice, as well as public records requests
Researched and developed policies for implementation
Designated as department’s Public Information Officer
Responsible for all scheduling.
Enhanced community safety by developing and implementing strategic policing initiatives.
Reduced crime rates through effective deployment and management of patrol officers.
Improved officer performance by conducting regular evaluations and providing constructive feedback.
Administrative Sergeant/Acting Chief
Huron Police Department
10.2009 - 07.2011
Oversaw patrol, human resource, dispatch, records, public works, and other city related duties
Oversaw all complex criminal investigations to include all internal affairs investigations, outcomes and disciplinary dispositions
Oversaw evidence and fleet management
Developed strategies to ensure optimal performance in oversight of uniform patrols, investigations, traffic, community service, and special operations
Responsible for employee training, animal control and records and dispatch
Complete responsibility for all aspects of the Department’s budget
Scheduled security details during special events
Schedule all training and quarterly firearms training.
Detective Gang Task Force / Police Officer
Dinuba Police Department
08.2003 - 10.2009
Assisted in managing and development of all gang enforcement and training within specialize unit
Conducted analysis of organized criminal patterns to produce effective patrol strategies to reduce violent criminal activities
Worked with district attorney in preparing, organizing, maintaining proper investigation and collection of evidence to successfully preserve and prosecute cases
Wrote and reviewed policies to adjust for proper actions within the organization
Investigated violent crimes, conducted surveillance, undercover operations to solve crimes, including locating witnesses, suspects, and protection of victims
Responsible for creating and scheduling city and county-wide special details that involved probation searches, saturation patrols and warrant services, which also included special events such as parades and family events
Conducted criminal investigations
School Resource Officer
Handled behavior problems
Conducted investigations, acted as liaison between the school district and P.D
Developed new programs for the school in regard to safety, discipline, and training
Schedule security details for football games, special events, and graduation ceremonies.
Police Officer / Gang Liaison
Huron Police Department
07.1999 - 08.2003
Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to solve complex cases and apprehend dangerous criminals.
Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
Served as a school resource officer, improving relationships between youth and police through positive interactions and educational programs.
Education
MPA - Public Administration
Kaplan University
07.2015
BS - Criminal Justice
Kaplan University
11.2011
AA - Administration of Justice
West Hills College
05.2009
AA - Social Science
West Hills College
05.2008
High School Diploma -
Madera High School
Madera, CA
06.1990
Skills
Strategic Leadership
Program Development
Crisis Management
Project Management
Certification
POST Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, Supervisory certificates - P.O.S.T Supervisor School
POST Management certificate - P.O.S.T Management School – Folsom
Advance Active School Shooter - Clovis
Multi-Hazards Emergency Planning for schools - FEMA
Emergency Planning – FEMA
Emergency Management 100, 200, 700, 800
Special Events Contingency Planning – FEMA
Facility Security Officer Certification
CPI Certified
Avigilon Admin I and II
Avigilon Operator I and II
Accomplishments
Created the Gold Standard of Hospital Police Academy and Field Training Program
Created a new standard in behavioral health security officer programs.
Created and established a regional fire academy/training facility.
Save one City from filing Bankruptcy and erased its bond debt.
Developed a fire report writing course, company officer program, and police academy.
Secured funding to install new servers while upgrading fiber optics to provide internet services.
Reorganized an entire police department to provide cost savings and better efficiencies.
Save one city over 2.1 million dollars of owed redevelopment debt.
Designed and implemented the first Tribal Court for the Tule River Tribe.
Implemented a free English class for the community of San Joaquin
Re-organized and implemented new operational policies and plans to increase economic development outcomes by over a million dollars per month.
Spearheaded Dam project to provide better drinking water.
Wrote and implemented school crisis plan.
Implemented new fiscal policies that increased transparency while increasing revenues.
Reopened a Community Center to provide activities to a small rural city.
Developed a cooperative sharing agreement between the West Side Cities within Fresno County.
Exposed and stopped one of the largest Human Trafficking Rings on the West Coast.
Increased retention, recruitment, and job placement for a college.
Software Systems: MS Office, Excel, Power Point, Canvas, EDI, Workday, and Zoom.
Civics
Board Member/Executive Advisor – Hen Nozzle Inc
References
Chris Harper, csharper@texaschildrens.org, 707-803-4766