Christopher A. Villa
Idaho Falls,ID
Summary
My name is Christopher Arris Villa. I am very interested in applying and interviewing for the position your company is offering. I firmly believe that my experience, various skillsets and professional capabilities would be an asset within this position as well as for the company.
I have vast expanse of experience with a variety of occupations: inclusive of Finance and Accounting; Auditing; Business ownership; Public Safety and policies and procedures; Hospital Security; and the supervision of personnel in many various capacities.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
HSS (Security E. Idaho Regional Medical Center)
Idaho Falls, ID
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Documented security-related situations and submitted in-depth reports to superiors.
- Enforced security regulations and escorted non-compliant individuals to private areas for processing.
- Monitored premises and recorded activity in daily officer reports.
- Searched individuals and baggage for weapons and other prohibited items.
- Assessed fire detectors and alarm systems to prevent and address issues.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Screened visitors and employees for weapons and contraband with hand wands and metal detectors.
Senior Lead Supervisor
Los Angeles Mayor's Office of Public Safety
Los Angeles, CA
11.2013 - 05.2019
- Supervised and reviewed approximately 250 personnel.
- Collaborated with: Divisional Commanders; City officials; police officers; fire and rescue personnel; coroner personnel and other public safety and mental health officials to maintain consistency in all Crisis Response operations and personnel.
- Trained and mentored staff on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and protect public trust.
- Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by volunteer Responders to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
- Provided management and support to team of approximately 250 volunteer Responders, reducing process gaps and promoting productivity.
- Contacted police department, fire department and other emergency personnel for assistance at critical and exigent incidents and accidents.
- Directed teams in all divisions of the City of Los Angeles as well as mutual aid cities, setting and enforcing policies for optimal performance.
Vice-President, Finance
Mid-Valley Police Council (501c3)
Los Angeles, CA
04.2017 - 04.2019
- Reviewed, designed and implemented accounting processes and procedures.
- Monitored, analyzed and presented financial updates to board of directors at monthly meetings.
- Reduced process discrepancies by accurately maintaining performance reporting data systems.
- Compiled and submitted feasibility analysis reports for each project.
Volunteer & Civilian Advisor
City of Los Angeles, Van Nuys Division, OVB
Los Angeles, CA
03.2013 - 04.2019
- Member volunteer, Community Police Advisory Board (CPAB)
- Assigned special duties for Division Captain
- Member of Volunteer Community Police Patrol (VCPP)
- Worked on behalf of my company MDLS, Inc. on various projects: social media platforms; asset acquisition in conjunction with Mid-Valley Police Council (MVCP); technical support, operations
Lead In-House Production Accountant
Universal Studious, Production Finance Group
Universal Studios, CA
02.1996 - 07.2000
- Maintained accurate accounts for cash, fixed assets and other transactions.
- Performed audits of operational and financial areas to check compliance.
- Oversaw full accounting cycle and prepared applicable financial statements.
- Presented audit results to management teams, delivering information in non-technical terms for easy understanding.
- Assisted CFO with month-end and year-end close activities.
- Tracked and managed expenditures of $100,000,000+ annually.
President/CEO
Metal Dog Logic Systems, Inc.
Sherman Oaks, CA
07.2005 - 10.2020
- Managed Technology specialists, and worked in conjunction with hired contracted staff.
- Business capabilities include everything from: A/V installs; break-fix for PCs; networking; website design; remote analysis for business auditing, etc.
Night Manager/Auditor Supervisor
The Peninsula Hotel
Beverly Hills, CA
02.1993 - 08.1995
- Handled night audit paperwork.
- Ran end-of-day computer functions and closed out reports
- Balanced accounts and conducted nightly audits to maintain PCI compliance and reporting standards.
Senior Accounts Payable Supervisor
Mondrian Hotel
West Hollywood, CA
02.1993 - 05.1994
- Reviewed all invoices for accuracy, subsequently resolving various issues.
- Matched invoices with purchase orders, audited for discrepancies and coded each according to general ledger standards.
- Prepared journal entries and reconciled accounts to complete month-end closing processes.
- Liaised with freight and utility vendors to facilitate timely payments, mitigate late fees and increase accuracy.
- Handled vendor invoice processing according to company policy.
- Researched past due invoices.
- Oversaw monthly close process to deliver timely and accurate reporting of accounting financial information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Law And Procedure
California State University - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA12.1999
Master of Science - Law And Political Science
California State University - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CACriminal Law
Western State University - College of Law
Fullerton, CASkills
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Report writing
- File and data retrieval systems
- Working collaboratively
- Decision-making
- Leadership
- MS Office - Various Technological platforms
- Data Management
- First Aid/CPR - Certified Tactical Medic
- Active listening
- Training & Development
- Social Media Management
- Interior and exterior patrol
- Patrolling
- Security procedures knowledge
- Premises surveillance
- Safety and security procedures
- Emergency Response
- Background in hospital security
Accomplishments
Successfully completed City of Los Angeles, DHS, Office of the Mayor, Crisis Response Team academy.
Presidential Volunteer Service Award (Gold) Recipient from President Obama.
Professionally trained in Public Safety radio communications usage and policies.
Managed various internal groups (e.g. training and procedure development, etc).
Created and managed social media platforms
Completed "Our House" (children's grief support organization) training.
References
Personal/Professional References for Christopher A. Villa:
Name: Jane Creighton
- Position: Deputy District Attorney, County of Los Angeles
- Phone: 818-399-3058
- Email: jane.creighton@la.county.gov
- Address: 5331 Natick Ave., Sherman Oaks, CA 91411
Name: Gerardo (Gerry) Sanchez
- Position: Captain (special Agent), State of California Alcoholic Beverage Control
- Phone: 310-425-4827
- Email: gerry.sanchez@abc.ca.gov
- Address: 8835 David Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90054
Name: Kyle Parren (PhD.)
- Position: Nuclear Engineer, Idaho National Laboratories
- Phone: 636-387-3525
- Email: kparren@parrenfirearms.com
- Address: 4674 Greystone Lane. Idaho Falls, ID 83404
Websites
Timeline
Security Officer
HSS (Security E. Idaho Regional Medical Center)
08.2022 - 12.2022
Vice-President, Finance
Mid-Valley Police Council (501c3)
04.2017 - 04.2019
Senior Lead Supervisor
Los Angeles Mayor's Office of Public Safety
11.2013 - 05.2019
Volunteer & Civilian Advisor
City of Los Angeles, Van Nuys Division, OVB
03.2013 - 04.2019
President/CEO
Metal Dog Logic Systems, Inc.
07.2005 - 10.2020
Lead In-House Production Accountant
Universal Studious, Production Finance Group
02.1996 - 07.2000
Night Manager/Auditor Supervisor
The Peninsula Hotel
02.1993 - 08.1995
Senior Accounts Payable Supervisor
Mondrian Hotel
02.1993 - 05.1994
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Law And Procedure
California State University - Los Angeles
Master of Science - Law And Political Science
California State University - Los Angeles
Criminal Law
Western State University - College of Law
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