Deonna Watkins
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Experienced manager adept at guiding and supervising a team of 20+ individuals, overseeing multiple high-level programs and projects. Recognized for developing meticulous and focused operational strategies, effectively managing expenses, evaluating performance, and achieving measurable results. A visionary leader with a knack for establishing objectives, ensuring quality assurance, and driving growth initiatives, all while efficiently attaining goals. High-performing professional with substantial experience in developing and implementing safety and health programs. Strong ability to create safety protocols, conduct hazard assessments, and provide education. Extensive knowledge of OSHA regulations allows for a full commitment to promoting industrial hygiene and environmental health.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Environmental Health and Safety Supervisor
Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A
10.2024 - Current
- Managed hazardous materials inventory, ensuring proper storage conditions were met according to regulations.
- Served as liaison between the company and regulatory agencies, fostering positive relationships while maintaining compliance standards.
- Reduced employee accidents through the implementation of comprehensive safety training programs.
- Enhanced employee engagement in safety culture by creating open lines of communication for reporting concerns or suggestions.
- Provided leadership during incident investigations, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Collaborated with management teams to develop and implement effective emergency response plans.
- Improved workplace safety by identifying and addressing potential hazards in a timely manner.
- Facilitated ongoing training sessions for employees on various environmental health and safety topics, promoting continuous improvement.
SECURITY/BACKGROUND CHECK PROGRAM MANGER 40HR/Wks
Department of Defense
10.2021 - 08.2023
- Developed plans, policies, procedures and detailed instructions to implement military police programs that trained all installation security forces members, provided protection for 10K+ members, and guided senior executive leaders on potential threats to support informed decisions
- Personally issued 6,500 DoD installation controlled/restricted area badges, identification cards and ensured 60K+ annual base personnel/visitors are in compliance with federally mandated policies and procedures over all background checks.
- Managed and processed 36 Personnel Security Investigations (PSIs) for all installation active duty, air national guard/reserve, civil service members, and immediately identified and fixed 22 errors and eliminated a two-month administrative backlog
- Coordinated with external parties such as vendors and auditors during various stages of projects or initiatives involving security aspects
- Identified and addressed potential areas of vulnerability in existing systems, networks, applications, and processes
- Circulated among visitors, patrons and employees to preserve order and protect property
- Developed and implemented security policies, procedures, and standards to ensure the protection of the company's information assets
- Maintained knowledge base documentation regarding system configurations and changes
- Managed user accounts and privileges according to established security protocols.
AIRMAN FAMILY READINESS SPECIALIST 40Hr/Wks
USAF
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Collaborated with multiple squadrons to conduct comprehensive briefings for over 5,000 airmen, enlightening them about the various benefits and resources available during pre and post deployments
- This collaborative effort aimed to ensure that every airman was fully equipped and prepared, achieving a state of 100% mission readiness
- Identified potential barriers that could impact a family's ability to achieve their goals
- Diligently tracked and meticulously ensured the currency and accuracy of deployment records for over 6,000 airmen, playing a crucial role in maintaining the mission's objectives and goals.
ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS SPECIALIST 40-60Hr/Wks
United States Air Force
05.2019 - 09.2021
- Responded to 16 car accidents, 2 fire hazards, and 56 aircraft emergencies; quick response minimized injuries and protected $1.6B in U.S
- Air Force resources and safeguarded installation personnel
- Supervised maintenance and accountability of assigned government assets both stateside and overseas in excess of $4.5B, while implementing risk mitigation standards to ensure safety-related incidents remained at zero
- Managed Security Information Files (SIFs) Program for installation personnel; discovered 16 unfavorable information files that negatively impacted national security and immediately notified required senior executive leadership
- Developed and implemented system security policies, procedures, and standards to ensure data integrity and confidentiality
- Performed daily system backups ensuring data protection and recovery capabilities in case of a disaster
- Collaborated with other departments in order to understand their requirements and recommend solutions accordingly
- Assisted in developing incident response plans that could be used in case of a security breach or attack
- Created reports on security incidents and presented them to senior management for review
- Enforced password complexity requirements across all platforms and applications used by the organization
- Developed and implemented security policies and procedures to ensure the safety of company assets.
LEAD PATROL OFFICER40-60Hr/Wks
United States Air Force
05.2019 - 08.2021
- Directly facilitated law enforcement activities on federal installations encompassing a total of $1.6B in assets, over 12K personnel, and 38 organizations and 2 major commands
- Led and managed 20 key personnel in the performance of force protection duties that oversaw the Global Strike Command's $1.24B
- Interpreted and executed security procedures through the use of oral and written communication and input necessary data/carried out orders using discretion and good judgment
- Oversaw weapon systems, resource security, antiterrorism countermeasures, and base defense operations by organizing over 3.2K criminal/wants/open-warrant checks and denying over 122 civilians
- Maintained proficiency in the use of firearms, defensive tactics, emergency vehicle operations, and other related police duties
- Prepared detailed written reports following each shift summarizing daily activities
- Protected life and property by patrolling areas on foot or in a marked patrol car; responded to alarms; investigated disturbances; apprehended suspects
- Managed crisis situations effectively using sound judgment while remaining composed under pressure
- Responded to domestic violence incidents by providing assistance to victims, making arrests when necessary, completing incident reports, and testifying in court proceedings
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with citizens to ensure public safety and satisfaction with law enforcement services
- Utilized problem-solving techniques to de-escalate potentially volatile situations without resorting to physical force or weapons
- Investigated accidents involving personal injury or property damage; completed accident reports as required
- Supervised subordinate officers ensuring compliance with all policies, procedures, and regulations
- Provided proactive patrol of assigned area, responding to calls for service and taking appropriate action.
MANAGER 20Hr/wks
Zaxabys
08.2016 - 11.2018
- Supervised a staff of 10 personnel while ensuring that standards of cleanliness, product preparation, food safety, and inventory control are maintained
- Oversaw daily operations, ensured exceptional customer service was executed for 125 average customers daily, exacted quarterly budget, recommended promotions, and termination of employees if standards were not met consistently.
Education
COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS CALIFORNIA LAW ENFORCEMENT TERMINAL SYSTEMS CERTIFICATION -
Clets
COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS UNITED STATES AIR FORCE INSTRUCTOR METHODOLOGY COURSE -
United States Air Force Security Specialist Academ
COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - Lake cormorant high school -
Lake Cormorant High School
Skills
- Leadership Vision and Managerial Goal
- Development and Training
- Observance of Standards
- Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel and Word
- Security and Risk Management
- Strong Written and Oral Communication Skills
- Setting
- Conflict Resolution
- Critical Thinking
- Finance and Accounting Oversight
- Security Clearance
- CCTV Monitoring
- Accident investigation
- Entrance Control
- Remediation Planning
- Grounds Security
- Safety program development
- Write Reports
- Screen Personnel
- Safety training
- Patrol Buildings
- Hazard identification
- Waste management
Timeline
Environmental Health and Safety Supervisor
Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A
10.2024 - Current
SECURITY/BACKGROUND CHECK PROGRAM MANGER 40HR/Wks
Department of Defense
10.2021 - 08.2023
AIRMAN FAMILY READINESS SPECIALIST 40Hr/Wks
USAF
06.2021 - 10.2021
ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS SPECIALIST 40-60Hr/Wks
United States Air Force
05.2019 - 09.2021
LEAD PATROL OFFICER40-60Hr/Wks
United States Air Force
05.2019 - 08.2021
MANAGER 20Hr/wks
Zaxabys
08.2016 - 11.2018
COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS UNITED STATES AIR FORCE INSTRUCTOR METHODOLOGY COURSE -
United States Air Force Security Specialist Academ
COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - Lake cormorant high school -
Lake Cormorant High School
- Occupational Safety and Health 30hr
https://lms.360training.com/lms/rest/certificate/35523649
- Occupational Safety and Health 10hr
- Leadership Development series 20hr
COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS CALIFORNIA LAW ENFORCEMENT TERMINAL SYSTEMS CERTIFICATION -
Clets
Certification
- Occupational Safety and Health 30hr
https://lms.360training.com/lms/rest/certificate/35523649
- Occupational Safety and Health 10hr
- Leadership Development series 20hr
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