Charlie Fender
La Center
Summary
Dedicated police officer with 32 years of experience in law enforcement. Extensive back round in both municipal and railroad law enforcement. Experience in: patrol operations, training, investigations and supervision. Known for conducting thorough investigations and enhancing safety protocols, ensuring compliance with regulations and mitigating risks.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Agent
BNSF Railroad
Vancouver, WA
05.2023 - 02.2026
- Conducted thorough investigations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and operational protocols.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to gather intelligence on potential security threats.
- Utilized surveillance technology to monitor activities, identifying suspicious behavior and mitigating risks.
- Provided police responses for BNSF personal and property
- Extremely familiar with all train operations
Director of Security
United Security Services Contracted by Hyatt Hotels
Portland, OR
10.2019 - 08.2021
- Developed and implemented security protocols to enhance safety across hotel properties.
- Led training sessions for security personnel, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend corrective actions for improved security measures.
- Collaborated with law enforcement to coordinate emergency response plans and crisis management strategies
- Provided personal and physical security for hotel employees, guest and hotel property
Police Lieutenant
Portland Police Bureau
Portland, OR
08.1990 - 10.2019
- Supervised daily operations of patrol units, ensuring effective law enforcement and community safety.
- Developed and implemented training programs for officers, enhancing skills and operational readiness.
- Coordinated multi-agency responses during critical incidents, improving interdepartmental collaboration.
- Analyzed crime trends to strategize resource allocation and deploy personnel effectively.
- Lieutenant PPB SERT team commander
- Lieutenant PPB training division
- Lieutenant professional standards division
- Sergeant Gang Enforcement Team
- Sergeant Patrol Division
- Firearms and EVOC instructor
- Patrol Officer 13 years
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences
Washington State University
Vancouver, WA05-1999
Skills
- State and Federal statutes
- Proactive police enforcement
- Collaborative with multiple agencies in OR and WA
- Excellent problem solving skills
Certification
DPSST basic Police certification
DPSST intermediate Police certification
DPSST advanced Police certification
DPSST supervisory Police certification
DPSST Police Management certification
Timeline
Special Agent
BNSF Railroad
05.2023 - 02.2026
Director of Security
United Security Services Contracted by Hyatt Hotels
10.2019 - 08.2021
Police Lieutenant
Portland Police Bureau
08.1990 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences
Washington State University