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Christopher Best

Bellingham,MA

Summary

A Self-motivated professional, with expertise in supervision and workflow delegation. A USAF trained Veteran with a proven advanced and adaptable management leadership acumen. Processes a multi-tasking and safety oriented proficiency in public service, and a leader that possesses an advanced problem solving ability in emergency planning and implementation. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Looking to transition into a position with a highly respected organization that offers stability and growth opportunities.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Buisness Management

Heather Best Photograpy
11.2018 - Current
  • Tracked trends and capitalized on emerging opportunities to adapt to changing business conditions and market demands
  • Increased revenue with improved marketing and customer engagement strategies that targeted local sports organization, schools, and business's
  • Organized promotional campaigns that offer-top notch service, which in-turn maximizes client satisfaction and lasting partnerships
  • Coordinated busy schedule of on-site appointments, location shoots, and other special event photography

911 Emergency Dispatcher

Bellingham Police Department
04.2023 - Current
  • Received 911 and non-emergency calls and dispatched calls to appropriate agencies and officers on duty.
  • Entered criminal record checks, driver's license numbers and warrants into telecommunications systems to fulfill officer requests.
  • Received public emergency and non-emergency calls and supervised response prioritization in order to effectively dispatch official units such as police, fire, and EMS while tracking data in real-time environments.
  • Operated telephone and radio equipment to receive requests and reports from police officers, medical dispatch and firefighting crews.

Asset Protection Manager

Walmart
10.2012 - 06.2018
  • Regionally recognized leader in interview and interrogation techniques, resulting in record level internal and external case development and recoveries
  • Developed and investigated multiple cases in which Federal, State and local authorities teamed up to provide resolution to high profile criminal activities
  • Assisted in overseeing the financial operations of a 104 million dollar store through in-depth internal and external case development, along with implementing and monitoring theft mitigation procedures
  • Decreased shrink levels a combined 2.6 million dollars in 3 years, by case resolution, hiring and training qualified associates, and implementing structured processes
  • Complied with corporate regulations, policies, and procedures to maximize safety, security, and overall trust in organization and employees

Store Manager

CVS Pharmacy
05.2003 - 09.2012
  • Facilitated the implementation of company programs or resets by communicating objectives across customers, associates, and the pharmacy department, assigning multi-phase activities to appropriate personnel and coordinating time lines to ensure successful launches.
  • Monitored budget adherence and promoted expense control with meticulous loss prevention strategies and accurate inventory management.
  • Built a strong, resilient team by identifying and onboarding highly qualified candidates for key front-line and senior management positions.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.

Security Forces Member

United States Air Force
06.1996 - 06.2000
  • Earned citations for excellence in rapidly resolving crisis situations, upholding law and order, relating effectively with culturally diverse populations while protecting property and lives.
  • Selected for elite security details providing dignitary protection for visiting generals, members of Congress and former President Clinton.
  • Gained experience in accident first-responder/investigations, police patrol, report writing, felony traffic stops, search and seizures, criminal investigations and suspect interviewing, fingerprinting and processing
  • Effectively communicated with other soldiers and commanding officers during high-stress situations.

Education

Law Enforcement Interviewing And Interrogation

Zulawski Interview and Interrogation
Chicago, IL
04.2016

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Community College of The Air Force
Elmendorf AFB, AK
05.1999

Skills

  • Business Management and Development
  • Emergency planning & response
  • Highly adaptable
  • Multi-tasking
  • Proficiency in public service
  • CPR Certified
  • Risk Management
  • Accurate Recordkeeping

Timeline

911 Emergency Dispatcher

Bellingham Police Department
04.2023 - Current

Buisness Management

Heather Best Photograpy
11.2018 - Current

Asset Protection Manager

Walmart
10.2012 - 06.2018

Store Manager

CVS Pharmacy
05.2003 - 09.2012

Security Forces Member

United States Air Force
06.1996 - 06.2000

Law Enforcement Interviewing And Interrogation

Zulawski Interview and Interrogation

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Community College of The Air Force
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