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Daniel Velazquez

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Well-versed in animal training procedures focused on explosive detection. Calmly approach every animal and situation with level-headed and experience-based strategies. Solid relationship-building and problem-solving abilities developed over 10 years of related experience. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

K9 Handler

MGM Resorts
05.2018 - Current

Hours per week: 40+

  • Responsible for ensuring the safety of guests and employees by handling a trained working dog. Trained and certified with EDD(Explosive Detection Dog) by the standards of CNCA(California Narcotic Canine Association). Respond to or sweep vehicles, MGMRI executive aircraft, packages, backpacks, mail, containers, rooms, buildings, areas, or other objects as directed that could contain explosive materials. Maintain the canine's proficiency in explosives detection through routine training and certification. Maintain the day-to-day health and welfare of assigned detection dogs, to include maintaining diet, ensuring adequate water throughout the day, and daily health checks and grooming. Corrected problem behaviors through understanding of Pack Dynamics, Canine Psychology and Positive Reward Based Training. Developed and implemented successful strategies for teaching and reinforcing basic obedience commands. Document training records composed daily. Set up training on scenario based and or pattern/productive area reinforcement. Maintain, train, and be heedful of the well being of approximately 24 other working dogs. Conducted training programs to develop or maintain desired animal behaviors. Established and maintained safe and clean working environment for animals. Observed and reported changes in canine behavior and health to appropriate stakeholders or supervisors. Utilized effective problem-solving skills to defuse and resolve canine behavioral issues. Assessed and evaluated time sensitive situations for correct implementation of canine units. Worked with LVMPD personnel, Casino Hotel Management, Security Management to correctly delegate and conclude delicate situations. Dispatched K9 units to different venues with special instructions depending on logistics and or requests. Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive patrols with the K9 partner. Supported fellow officers during high-risk situations, providing valuable K9 assistance and expertise. Improved public perception of law enforcement by participating in community outreach programs with the K9 partner. Collaborated with other agencies for joint operations, maximizing effectiveness of combined resources and skills. Increased overall safety at large-scale events by conducting thorough security sweeps with the K9 partner prior to event commencement. Strengthened interdepartmental relationships by participating in cross-training exercises with other specialized units within the agency. Prevented potential bomb threats by conducting explosive detection sweeps with a certified explosives-detection K9 partner at various locations. Fostered a supportive learning environment for new handlers by sharing knowledge, experiences, and insights on effective K9 handling techniques.

Transportation Security Officer

Department of Homeland Security
02.2016 - 05.2018

Hours per week: 40+

Detailed Lead Officer

  • Identify, distribute, and balance workloads and tasks among employees in accordance with established workflow and skill level. Make adjustments to accomplish the workload in accordance with established priorities. Providing input to supervisors and managers concerning a variety of human resources matters including, but not limited to, employee performance, promotions, reassignments, awards, etc. Implementing security screening procedures in accordance with TSA objectives and directives. Assisting with investigations of incidents, and preparing incident reports or other documents that convey required information. Responding to breaches of security and emergency situations. Training team members, monitoring and reporting on the status and progress of work, and representing the team in communications with the supervisor or manager for the purpose of obtaining resources. Coordinated and maintained smooth passenger traffic flow through airport security checkpoints.

Transportation Security officer

  • Implements security-screening procedures that are central to Transportation Security Administration (TSA) objectives and that will serve to protect the traveling public by preventing any deadly or dangerous objects from being transported onto an aircraft. Assists in conducting screening of passengers and baggage. Assists in monitoring the flow of passengers through the screening checkpoint to facilitate the orderly and efficient processing of passengers. Maintains close communication with supervisors regarding any issues that might reveal a weakness or vulnerable area of security screening that is discovered in the course of screening duties. Operates basic security. Communicates non-technical information effectively to others equipment such as X- ray machines and hand wands at screening checkpoints. Takes on the role as a Lead Officer. Running lanes making sure checkpoint is ran efficiently. Ability to work independently. Teaching or training adults and utilizing instructional methods in checkpoint setting. Mentoring to address training needs. teaching correct standard operating procedures (SOP). Preparing individuals for testing, including pat downs, bag checks, and SOP requirements. Performing training instruction with new hires on SOP for bag screening and pat downs. Strong communication skills, and delivers quality customer service. Reviewed IDs and other paperwork to verify personal information and to check for fraudulent documents. Provided security and protection to travelers across all transportation sectors. Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry. Assisted passengers with disabilities in walking through screening checkpoints.

Security Officer

Circus Circus Hotel & Resort
08.2013 - 02.2016

Hours per week: 40+


Bike Officer Captain

  • Provided clear and decisive leadership by rapidly assessing and responding to changing field conditions. Patrolled the property in an hourly bike rotation of different segments of the property including the parking garages, open parking lots, RV park, and hotel perimeter. Responded and assisted the units inside of the casino when needed. Report any suspicious activity to Security Dispatch. Making contact with guests or patrons upon any security issue. Customer service to guests when they require assistance. Gathering information and generating a report whenever an accident occurred and/or a guest requests to complete one. Escorted and or guided Emergency Medical Services anywhere on the premises. Trespassing suspects when required. Detaining subjects pending Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department response. Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations. Monitored premises and recorded activity in daily officer reports.

Dispatcher

  • Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision. Responded immediately to incidents, illegal activities or emergency situations. Observed extensive closed-circuit televisions, fire alarm systems, panic alarm systems and intrusion alarms. Utilized various casino assigned programs to write reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual occurrences. Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of employees and visitors to guard against theft and maintain security of premises. Answered telephone calls to take messages, respond to questions and provide information during non-business hours. Used radio, phone or computer to direct crews and other field units to appropriate sites. Investigated calls and complaints involving fire, theft, accident and hazard reports. Collected pertinent information from callers to disseminate to responding units or agencies. Used radio, telephone and computer system to update first responders with new information. Handled emergency phone calls calmly and obtained pertinent information with composed approach. Prioritized responses to public emergency and non-emergent calls to promptly dispatch police, fire and EMS while tracking data in real-time.

Security Officer

  • Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property. Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry. Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations. Monitored premises and recorded activity in daily officer reports. Reported safety hazards for remediation response. Observed patrons and customers to quickly address security situations. Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority. Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors. Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.

Education

High School Diploma -

Western High School
Las Vegas, NV
06.2009

Skills

  • Critical thinking abilities
  • Record keeping proficiency

Accomplishments

  • Successfully trained and supervised K9 Units until certification for MGM International.
  • Successfully completed Trainer Course of approximately 80+ hours in year 2023.
  • Successfully completed Canine Handler Introduction Course at Vohne Liche Kennels in Peru, Indiana.
  • Participated and upheld excellent Odor Detection skills at LVMPD K9 Trials in years 2022-2023.
  • Participated and upheld excellent Odor Detection skills and received awards at ICRWDA Casino K9 Trials in years 2022-2023.

Timeline

K9 Handler

MGM Resorts
05.2018 - Current

Transportation Security Officer

Department of Homeland Security
02.2016 - 05.2018

Security Officer

Circus Circus Hotel & Resort
08.2013 - 02.2016

High School Diploma -

Western High School
Daniel Velazquez