Danny Valencia
Carson,CA
Summary
Skilled Asset Protection Supervisor familiar with patrolling premises, checking bags and acting as visible deterrent to criminal activity. Organized and well-trained with strong defensive skills and problem-solving abilities. Offering 4 years of experience in Asset Protection and security.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Risk and Compliance
IKEA
04.2023 - Current
- Reviewed documents, files, transcripts and other records to assess compliance and potential risk.
- Managed compliance efforts, reporting and audits.
- Developed and delivered training programs to inform new and current employees about compliance issues.
- Played instrumental role in company-wide risk assessment efforts, supporting enhancements in business processes and controls.
- Prepared and presented comprehensive reports to upper management and audit team, covering issues and recommendations.
- Conducted quarterly audits of environmental management compliance.
- Delivered subject matter expertise for internal and external customers on compliance best practices and quality control.
Asset Protection Supervisor
The Home Depot Inc
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Managed schedules and payroll within AP District and planned support for non-Asset Protection staffed locations.
- Supervised surveillance, detection and criminal processing related to theft and criminal cases.
- Performed thorough cash audits and deposit investigations.
- Wrote reports for internal and external crime, burglary or theft.
- Patrolled store departments to check for suspicious activities.
- Checked CCTV for evidence of shoplifting.
- Contacted local authorities and apprehended shoplifters.
- Mitigated risk and oversaw internal and external shoplifter apprehension and detention.
- Implanted viable loss control and safety strategies by maintaining strong partnerships and trust with store leadership, store associates, and Asset Protection teams.
- Trained loss prevention staff, retail managers and store employees on loss control and prevention measures.
- Supervise and conducted internal investigations and prepared necessary documentation for internal interviews.
- Kept patrons and employees safe and from criminal activity.
- Investigated and resolved cash overs and shorts discrepancies -Investigated and conducted ORC investigation that led to prosecution.
Loss Prevention Specialist
Best Buy
09.2017 - 12.2020
- Reviewed CCTV and audited EAS and exception reports to identify dishonest activity, theft and fraud.
- Prepared case reports, preserved evidence, interacted with law enforcement and testified in criminal and civil court actions to facilitate prosecution.
- Led physical security and safety culture through training and by promoting safe and secure standards.
- Demonstrated industry-standard interrogation skills, conducted interviews and collected evidence and documentation for internal investigations.
- Reported hazardous or unsafe conditions to management to reduce risk of injury.
- Wrote reports for internal and external crime, burglary or theft.
- Mitigated risk and oversaw internal and external shoplifter apprehension and detention.
Crash Rescue Fire Fighter
United States Marine Corps
07.2013 - 07.2017
- Led teams in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish fire based on type of fuel and environment.
- Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
Security Team Leader
United States Marine Corps
07.2015 - 05.2016
- Inspected security design features, installations and programs to verify compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Conducted frequent security audits to identify potential problems related to physical security, staff safety and asset protection.
- Screened vendors and contractors before granting access to restricted areas within mall.
- Oversaw team of security officers and managed scheduling and performance evaluations.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CA06.2024
No Degree - Fire Science
Louis F. Garland Fire Academy
Goodfellow, AFB, TX03.2014
High School Diploma -
Fontana A. B. Miller High School
Fontana, CA05.2013
Skills
- Crisis Situations
- Daily Incident Reporting
- Safety Oversight
- Risk Management
- Law Enforcement Assistance
- Internal Investigations
- External Investigations
- ORC Investigations
- Department Reviews
- Audit Conduction
- Closed Circuit TV Systems
- Inventory Management
Certification
Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates, Interview and Interrogation Techniques Level 1- February 2021
Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates, Interview and Interrogation Techniques Level 2- February 2021
Timeline
Risk and Compliance
IKEA
04.2023 - Current
Asset Protection Supervisor
The Home Depot Inc
10.2020 - 09.2021
Loss Prevention Specialist
Best Buy
09.2017 - 12.2020
Security Team Leader
United States Marine Corps
07.2015 - 05.2016
Crash Rescue Fire Fighter
United States Marine Corps
07.2013 - 07.2017
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Long Beach City College
No Degree - Fire Science
Louis F. Garland Fire Academy
High School Diploma -
Fontana A. B. Miller High School