Christopher Arntz
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dynamic Aviation Security Officer with extensive experience at Geo Group Inc, skilled in conflict resolution and contraband detection. Proven ability to enhance safety through decisive action and effective collaboration during high-stakes events. Committed to continuous professional development, ensuring up-to-date knowledge of security technologies and best practices.
Transportation security professional with strong experience ensuring safety and compliance in high-pressure environments. Proven ability to collaborate with teams and adapt to changing needs while maintaining high standards. Skilled in threat detection, risk assessment, and emergency response. Highly reliable and results-driven, consistently achieving security objectives and enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Aviation Security Officer
Geo Group Inc
San Antonio, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted in the prevention of unauthorized access to restricted areas through effective implementation of access control procedures.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams during large-scale events at the airport, ensuring seamless coordination of security measures to maintain a safe environment for all attendees.
- Participated in continuous professional development opportunities to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in security technology.
- Demonstrated excellent decision-making abilities when faced with potentially dangerous situations, determining the most appropriate course of action to ensure safety.
- Prevented unauthorized items from entering secure areas by performing meticulous hand searches on selected luggage pieces when necessary.
- Performed pat-downs to look for unauthorized materials and weapons.
Aviation Security Officer
Akima Global Services
05.2020 - 07.2023
- Participated in continuous professional development opportunities to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in security technology.
- Demonstrated excellent decision-making abilities when faced with potentially dangerous situations, determining the most appropriate course of action to ensure safety.
- Completed comprehensive training programs on aviation security regulations, principles, and best practices, increasing proficiency in job responsibilities.
- Prevented unauthorized items from entering secure areas by performing meticulous hand searches on selected luggage pieces when necessary.
- Performed pat-downs to look for unauthorized materials and weapons.
- Developed and maintained positive rapport with passengers and other airport personnel.
- Attended daily briefings with supervisors to discuss issues with security screening processes.
Correctional Officer
Okaloosa County
Crestview, FL
02.2004 - 03.2015
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
Calvary Scout
U.S. Army Active Duty
Hinesville, GA
01.2000 - 01.2004
- Operated wheeled and tracked vehicles and communications equipment.
- Educated newer members on platoon inner workings, answered questions and provided advice on daily duties.
- Communicated updates on task completion to supervisors, maintaining smooth operations.
- Verified inventory computations by comparing to physical counts of stock, investigating discrepancies and errors.
- Directed platoon tactical movements, platoon security operations and platoon route and zone reconnaissance.
- Prepared mission equipment for deployment and secured vehicles prior to transport.
- Assisted with safe transport of Number vehicles for Number-man unit.
- Monitored enemy combatants captured in time of war awaiting transport for interrogation.
- Engaged enemy forces with anti-armor weapons in field while tracking enemy movements.
- Coordinated work assignments and evaluated performance for Number-member security team.
- Conducted mounted patrols on various terrains using specialized vehicles, effectively monitoring large areas while maintaining stealthy presence.
Education
Associate Of Arts - Criminal Justice
Northwest Vista College
San Antonio, TX12.2018
Correctional Certificate - Corrections
OWCC
Niceville, FL09.2004
High School Diploma -
Freeport High School
Freeport, FL04.1997
Skills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Inmate supervision
- Interpersonal communication
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Multitasking
- Safety and security
Timeline
Aviation Security Officer
Geo Group Inc
07.2023 - Current
Aviation Security Officer
Akima Global Services
05.2020 - 07.2023
Correctional Officer
Okaloosa County
02.2004 - 03.2015
Calvary Scout
U.S. Army Active Duty
01.2000 - 01.2004
Associate Of Arts - Criminal Justice
Northwest Vista College
Correctional Certificate - Corrections
OWCC
High School Diploma -
Freeport High School