CHRISTOPHER ARROYO
Summary
Dedicated Law Enforcement professional with over 23 years in law enforcement with extensive experience in providing community safety, enforcing of the law, maintaining the peace, decreasing crime rates, assisting citizens, investigating accidents and conducting routine patrols. Demonstrated proficiency in emergency procedures related to control, containment and confinement; principles of law enforcement administration; investigative procedures and practices; legal liabilities associated with arrest and law enforcement; court room procedures and laws of evidence and departmental rules and regulations. Ability to analyze situations and adapt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action with due regards to surrounding hazards and circumstances. Able to deal effectively with people having diverse social and economic backgrounds. Disciplined leader with the proven ability to remain calm and deliver results in high-pressure situations.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director of Campus Safety
Ethical Culture Fieldston School
12.2022 - Current
- Experience in protective services in closely related field; for two plus years in a corporate setting; at least three year managing a security team with direct reports.
- Worked with local, state and government agencies regarding company security matters.
- Researched and archived general liability incidents via CCTV.
- Detected, investigated and reported hazardous workplace incidents and issues.
- Conducted security audits to identify vulnerabilities.
- Performed risk analyses to identify appropriate security countermeasures.
- Recommend improvements in security systems and procedures.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Worked with clients and risk management specialists to provide meaningful solutions that met client needs.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Optimized resource allocation by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing personalized coaching for staff development.
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by ensuring prompt resolution of issues and concerns.
- Streamlined operational processes by implementing efficient workflow management strategies.
- Managed a team of over 30 employees, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to company policies and standards.
Security Manager
Durst Organization
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Kept team compliant with security protocols and appearance standards.
- Oversaw team of security officers and managed scheduling and performance evaluations.
- Investigated incidents and wrote reports.
- Completed vulnerability scans to identify at-risk systems and remediate issues.
- Liaised with corporate headquarters on compliance with manpower, travel, replacements and operational requirements.
- Verified excellence in regards to security programs, strategies and plans within fast-paced and high-risk environments.
- Coordinated protective service operations with other emergency response agencies.
- Moved around different security stations and vital areas to check on officers and adjust workflow to cover changing needs.
- Served as liaison with public officials, company negotiators and other departments to maintain big picture understanding of security needs covering all corporate assets.
- Supervised team of 20 security personnel during shift.
- Delivered regular security awareness programs to educate personnel on security measures and protocols.
- Investigated and resolved security breaches to protect organization and corporate assets.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop and implement strategies to mitigate security risks.
- Monitored and maintained CCTV and access control systems to protect personnel and assets.
- Implemented comprehensive security plans to provide highest levels of protection for facilities.
- Responded swiftly to security incidents and effectively resolved security issues.
- Worked in fast-paced and high-risk environments while maintaining exceptional standards of excellence for security programs, strategies, and plans.
Police Officer
PORT AUTHORITY OF NEW YORK & NEW JERSEY
03.2002 - 09.2021
- Certified in accordance with TSA standards and regulations as working K9 handler, training was conducted at Lackland, Air Force Base
- Primary duties is to safeguard some of most critical infrastructure facilities in Port Authority
- Span of control spreads across numerous jurisdictions within two states(New York & New Jersey), singular responsibility is provide security for thousands of employee's, millions of commuters, traveling through transportation facilities
- As a Police Officer and member of K9 unit, duties include high-visibility at all facilities, counter-terrorism tactics, evacuated areas endangered by explosive or toxic gases, liquids or other spilled materials, as well as buildings, vehicles and surrounding areas in response to bomb treats
- Supported Diplomatic Security Service and US Secret Service on POTUS and VPOTUS events, as well as United Nation delegation ensuring safety and security of all personnel on all responsible sites
- As a Patrolman, prepared reports,citations and summons necessary to charge individuals with violations of ordinances, statute, and law including petty,misdemeanor, and felonious offenses
- Interrogated suspects, interview complainants,witnesses summarize in writing statement of witnesses and complainants, and participated in raids and searches
- Investigated municipal ordinance violations, participated in prosecutions of city cases, and educated citizens to control ordinance violations
- Monitored and investigated suspicious person and situation and unusual activities, instructed suspects on field sobriety tests. Conducted preliminary investigation of events, related to fatal traffic accident and death/bodies found
- Coordinated with outside law enforcement jurisdictions and agencies necessary for continuing investigation of cases, suspects, and/or to gather criminal intelligence data
Police Officer
NEW YORK CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
07.1998 - 03.2002
- Performed foot and vehicle patrols of assigned areas to ensure safety and rights of citizens
- Prepared variety of routine and non-routine reports and records necessary information for reporting of daily activities, reporting of specific criminal and non-criminal incidents
- Conducting preliminary information as first responder to crime scenes, related to Homicide , Rape , Robbery , Fatal Traffic accident and death and bodies found
- Secured and protected crime scenes by establishing boundaries, detaining victims, suspects, and witnesses, locating and identifying evidence and briefing investigators upon their arrival
- Maintained security , Law and Order of residential and business establishments in assigned area as Community Police Officer
- Interrogated suspects, interview complainants, witnesses, summarize in writing statements of witnesses and complainants and participated in search warrants
- Prepared reports, citations and summons necessary to charge individuals with violations of ordinances, statutes, and laws including petty, misdemeanor, and felonies offenses
- Appeared in municipal, county, and district courts to offer credible testimony relative to investigation and charging of individuals with criminal and non-criminal offenses
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
John Jay College of Criminal Justice of The City University of New York
New York, NY06.2015
Skills
- Criminal Investigation & Management skills
- De-escalation Techniques
- Defensive tactics training
- Communication skills
- Conducted VIP special event
- Surveillance
- Emergency planning
- Evidence collecting
- Search and seizure procedures
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Criminal law(NYS Penal Law)
- Interrogation techniques
- Inter-agency coordination
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Defensive driving training
- Arrest techniques
- Firearms Trained
- Daily incident reporting
- Company risk management
- Security resource allocation
- Weapons screening
- Security officer development
- Safety and security regulations
- Incident reports
- Security team management
- Staff monitoring
- Training Oversight
- Schedule Management
- CCTV Monitoring
- Emergency Responses
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
Squad Leader, team leader: United States Army, RC-North Afghanistan( Camp Marmal) November 2011-September 2012. Rank:Staff Sergeant(E6)
- Planned, prepared, coordinated and led all aspects on over 100 missions. Consisting of 10 soldiers, 4 MRAP, and $2.5 million in equipment without injury, loss of life, or loss of equipment
- Develop, planned, coordinated implementation of security procedures
- Managed training of soldiers under stressful circumstances utilizing substantial leadership skills
Monitored health and welfare of soldiers both physically and mentally - Communicated, coordinated and set goals for subordinates
- Trained in multiple weapons systems.
Additional Information
Team leader, Gunner, United States Army, Basrah,Iraq June 2009-June 2010 Rank:Sergeant(E5)
- Performed duties as gunner on a personal security detail(PSD) for Senior Non-Commissioned Officer of the 206th MP company and EOD teams
- PSD VIP's included US ambassador to Iraq, Consulate General of Great Britain and numerous International Police Advisors
- Conducted training as part of Police Transition Team with IA personal
- Trained in multiple weapons systems
COMPUTER SKILLS:
Proficient in Microsoft word, Power point, Excel, and Google Workplace
Certification
- Explosive Detection Canine Handler Course(Department of Homeland Security)
- Protective Services Training, US Army
- Surveillance Course, US Army
- Anti-Terrorism Driving Evasive Course, UA Army
- Combat Lifesaver Course, US Army
- Site Exploitation Training Course, US Army
- Active Shooter Training, PAPD Annual training
- Certified Canine Trainer in Explosive Detection
- Licensed LEOSA HR-218
- New York State Armed Guard License
- Full carry License State of New York
Timeline
Assistant Director of Campus Safety
Ethical Culture Fieldston School
12.2022 - Current
Security Manager
Durst Organization
11.2021 - 12.2022
Police Officer
PORT AUTHORITY OF NEW YORK & NEW JERSEY
03.2002 - 09.2021
Police Officer
NEW YORK CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
07.1998 - 03.2002
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
John Jay College of Criminal Justice of The City University of New York
- Explosive Detection Canine Handler Course(Department of Homeland Security)
- Protective Services Training, US Army
- Surveillance Course, US Army
- Anti-Terrorism Driving Evasive Course, UA Army
- Combat Lifesaver Course, US Army
- Site Exploitation Training Course, US Army
- Active Shooter Training, PAPD Annual training
- Certified Canine Trainer in Explosive Detection
- Licensed LEOSA HR-218
- New York State Armed Guard License
- Full carry License State of New York
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