Derrick Dunbar
Ephrata,WA
Summary
Certified Dual Purpose K9 Handler/Trainer with extensive experience in K9 operations, including Police/Military working dogs and EDC (Explosives Detection Canine). Proven track record in training, handling, and administrative support for K9 programs. Adaptable and results-driven professional with over two decades of security expertise.
Motivated, skillful working efficiently under pressure and make sound decisions. Exceptional team leader with outstanding work ethic.
Confident Security Manager successful at making critical decisions quickly and effectively. Adept at meeting security challenges calmly and rationally. Adaptable security leader accustomed to managing challenging situations with grace and diplomacy. Skilled in managing large-scale public events and monitoring densely crowded areas to provide effective risk management. Versatile Security Manager smoothly manages administrative department needs, team leadership and security planning. Knowledgeable about company requirements, behavior markers and signs of suspicious activity in both employees and guests. Highly observant and skilled with 25 years of progressive experience.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Concert & Festival Security
Staff Pro, CMS, CSC, StarPlex
01.1995 - Current
- Supervised back of house operations, stage management, and artist/VIP protection
- Conducted bootleg merchandise process serving
- Provided security services for concerts, festivals, sporting events, and corporate functions.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Liaised with clients to determine exact event requirements.
- Fulfilled contractual obligations for rehearsal and day of event coordination.
- Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation, and proposal development for various events.
- Implemented contingency plans to address last-minute changes or unforeseen events.
- Implemented protocols and procedures to effectively manage planning process.
- Produced concept plans for high-profile corporate meetings and events.
- Analyzed event costs to identify areas of improvement and cost savings.
Private Security Contractor
601 Security
01.2000 - Current
- Managed security contracts in rural northeastern Washington, specializing in deterrence, EDC handling, and loss prevention
- Concert and Festival Security Supervisor CMS, Staff Pro, Private Entities / State-wide
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Recorded observations and occurrences and interviewed witnesses to complete and submit incident report.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Inspected and adjusted security systems, equipment and machinery to maximize coverage of parking lots and building interior and exterior.
- Regulated vehicle and pedestrian traffic onto building grounds.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Interacted assertively but non-confrontationally with personnel and general public.
- Adhered to established procedures and posted orders to enforce company rules, policies and regulations to general public.
- Placed necessary outgoing calls to verify alarms, dispatch proper authorities and notify proper parties.
- Analyzed and produced course-of-action reports and escalated issues outside scope of expertise to management.
- Conducted training sessions for new security personnel to facilitate compliance with security protocols.
- Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
- Leveraged physical or verbal techniques to investigate suspicious activities and resolve concerns.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Issued access cards to authorized personnel to monitor access points.
- Gathered information, identified, and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
Wilderness Security Contractor
Critical Activities Group CAG Security
09.2023 - Current
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
Explosives Detection Handler
GK9PG
01.2021 - 11.2021
- Trained and maintained ball reward CARGO TSA certified K9
- Contributed to the SeaTac contract operations.
- Participated in regular and required canine team training exercises and events to keep canine proficient and monitor increased proficiency.
- Scheduled veterinary visits, physicals, vaccinations and emergency medical needs to keep canine healthy, safe and well-maintained.
- Provided housing, food and water for assigned canine to promote health and well-being.
- Maintained and trained assigned canine in accordance with canine care and training protocol.
Bail Bond Agent
601 Bail Enforcement
01.2014 - Current
- Conduct background checks on fugitives using various resources
- Research and comply with local laws and regulations
- Conduct surveillance, cooperate with law enforcement, and apprehend fugitives.
- Filed paperwork and paid bonds to court, providing prompt jail release for defendants.
- Processed payments from defendants to secure bonds.
- Attended court to confirm attendance of each defendant at scheduled times.
- Assessed defendants' background and to repay bail bonds.
- Developed and maintained database of financial records for clients.
- Built and established relationships with clientele to improve future business opportunities.
- Devised and implemented controls and procedures to promote financial accuracy.
- Created and implemented innovative financial strategies to increase profitability.
- Negotiated and managed financial contracts with vendors and suppliers.
- Provided strategic financial advice to senior management and stakeholders.
- Produced financial statements and reports to comply with regulations.
- Located, apprehended and returned suspects to court or jail after missed court appearances.
Bail Bondsman
Bail Bond Agent DC Bail Bonds, A Plus Bail Bonds
01.2018 - 06.2020
- Evaluated defendant qualifications for bail bonds
- Investigated defendant backgrounds
- Ensured proper paperwork completion
- Liaised with various entities in the criminal justice system.
- Filed paperwork and paid bonds to court, providing prompt jail release for defendants.
- Located, apprehended and returned suspects to court or jail after missed court appearances.
- Processed payments from defendants to secure bonds.
- Assessed defendants' background and to repay bail bonds.
- Attended court to confirm attendance of each defendant at scheduled times.
- Built and established relationships with clientele to improve future business opportunities.
- Developed and maintained database of financial records for clients.
- Advised clients on financial matters and recommended investments.
- Delivered guidance on financial regulations and requirements.
- Analyzed and interpreted financial data to inform business decisions.
- Devised and implemented controls and procedures to promote financial accuracy.
Detection Canine Handler
Explosives, MSA Security
12.2019 - 04.2020
- Trained and maintained an EDD food reward canine
- Collaborated with NORT NAPWDA
- Worked front gate security for Boeing Moses Lake until COVID-19 shutdowns.
- Provided housing, food and water for assigned canine to promote health and well-being.
- Participated in regular and required canine team training exercises and events to keep canine proficient and monitor increased proficiency.
- Partnered with trained Explosive Detection Canine partner to conduct searches at assigned client sites.
USFS Wildland Firefighter Twisp Fire and Rescue / State
01.2000 - 01.2013
- Constructed firelines to contain wildfires
- Led crews and operated firefighting equipment
- Served as an Engine Boss
- Managed communications during wildfire suppression.
Logger Peone Logging
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Felled trees for land integrity
- Operated chainsaws and equipment
- Ensured safety protocols were followed.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA07.2024
GED -
Dayton High School
Dayton, NV07.1995
Skills
- Persuasive Negotiations
- Volunteer Coordination
- Supporting Artists
- Customer Inquiries
- Volunteer Organization
- Issue Resolution
- Crowd Management
- Device Monitoring
- Setting Up Booths
- Event Organization
- Customer Experience
- Customer Retention
- Customer Needs Assessments
- Venue Preparation
- Team Management
- Hospitality Experience
- Venue Safety
- Self-Driven and Motivated
- Emergency Evacuation
- Community Engagement
- Stage Setup
- Report writing
- Foot and Vehicle Patrol
- Two Way Radio use and programming
Accomplishments
- ICS and NIMS
- Emergency Management Training and Certifications
- Certifications in use of handcuffs, baton, and O.C
- Spray
- Police K9 Trainer Certified: Highland Canine NC
- Former WA EMT-B, Lieutenant: Twisp Fire and Rescue
Additional Information
- Certificates/Licenses: , Washington State Office of Insurance Commission License: Current Washington State Driver’s License: Current Washington State Concealed Pistol License: Current FCC General Radio License: Current Emergency Communications Certificate
Timeline
Wilderness Security Contractor
Critical Activities Group CAG Security
09.2023 - Current
Explosives Detection Handler
GK9PG
01.2021 - 11.2021
Detection Canine Handler
Explosives, MSA Security
12.2019 - 04.2020
Bail Bondsman
Bail Bond Agent DC Bail Bonds, A Plus Bail Bonds
01.2018 - 06.2020
Bail Bond Agent
601 Bail Enforcement
01.2014 - Current
Logger Peone Logging
01.2007 - 01.2008
Private Security Contractor
601 Security
01.2000 - Current
USFS Wildland Firefighter Twisp Fire and Rescue / State
01.2000 - 01.2013
Concert & Festival Security
Staff Pro, CMS, CSC, StarPlex
01.1995 - Current
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Penn Foster Career School
GED -
Dayton High School
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