Edward J. Powers II
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Marine Corps veteran with over 2 decades of experience leading diverse teams, developing & implementing policy in the areas of security, training and operations . Also spent years as a youth mentor, making a positive impact as an educator and behavioral health worker.
Proven track record of successful versatility, having performed in government, hospitality, education and security sectors in the US and abroad. Highly adaptive team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Courtesy Patrol Lead
Point Sebago Resort
06.2024 - 11.2024
- Monitored resort grounds to ensure guest safety and security.
- Responded promptly to guest inquiries and concerns, enhancing overall satisfaction.
- Conducted regular patrols of facilities to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
- Collaborated with maintenance team to address issues affecting guest experiences.
Security Supervisor
Job Corps
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Supervised security staff, ensuring adherence to protocols and procedures.
- Conducted regular safety inspections, identifying vulnerabilities and implementing corrective actions.
- Monitored surveillance systems, analyzing footage to detect suspicious activities and prevent incidents.
- Coordinated incident reporting processes, maintaining accurate documentation of all occurrences.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement in security operations.
- Conducted regular patrols of facility to detect and deter security threats.
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Monitored alarm systems and CCTV footage to enable prompt attention and response.
- Maintained a secure environment for employees and visitors by enforcing access control policies and visitor management procedures.
- Prepared and submitted reports to keep management informed of security activities and developments.
- Supervised and evaluated security staff performance to determine compliance with safety regulations.
Educator
Marine Corps JROTC Instructor, Gloucester High School
09.2019 - 08.2021
- Taught and mentored students to embrace the successful principles of the USMC, delivering instruction in ways to benefit each unique individual with temperance, compassion and empathy, providing them helpful tools to successfully achieve their goals in life. This includes drill and ceremonies, principles of leadership and management and communication skills. Also administered tests, gave career counseling, and supervised cadets in community service events and co-curricular activities
Security Officer
Banner University Medical Center-South
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Responded to calls for disruptive, agitated patients in level one psychiatric facility and de-escalated such situations with compassion and appropriate use of force, making appropriate notifications to medical teams. Documented such incidents in written reports
- Redirected hostile or non-compliant patients while conveying respect for the person, acceptance and a non-judgmental attitude
- Promoted a welcoming environment and delivers excellent customer service for patients, families and visitors served by the medical center
Behavioral Health worker/Recovery Coach
La Frontera AZ
06.2016 - 09.2016
- Provided services to adult mental health clients, assisting in the development of treatment plans and facilitating recovery services
- Developed knowledge of Arizona behavioral health system principles and current principles of recovery
- Served as case manager & court liaison for agency clientele in the Tucson “Veterans’ Court” system
First Sergeant
Senior Enlisted Advisor
09.2013 - 08.2015
- Mentored, led and instructed over 2,000 entry-level students (class sizes of up to 440), aged 18 thru 22 on numerous subjects including history, military tactics, physical fitness and life skills
- Evaluated mental health of personnel according to established “risk factors,” and connected them with the appropriate care when necessary, facilitated behavioral health care plans
- Coordinated care for personnel with psychologists, psychiatrists and other medical authorities, in accordance with HIPAA regulations and service guidelines
Police Advisor
Afghan National Security Forces
08.2012 - 09.2013
- Prepared police advisor team for deployment to Kajaki, Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF)
- Served as the senior enlisted advisor to the Officer in Charge, and participated in over 70 combat patrols
- Served alongside Afghan local nationals as part of an embedded training team (ETT), developing rapport and positive relationships, demonstrating broad cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Guided the development of ‘community policing’ based training initiatives for Afghan Uniformed Police (AUP), including investigations/ evidence collection and handling, medical training and other technical skills
Recruiter
Recruiting Substation Commander
07.2009 - 07.2012
- Served as the organization’s primary representative in the community, in an area of responsibility spanning over 24,000 square miles of the State of Maine. Developed and oversaw all marketing and public relations efforts
- Mentored and prepared dozens of high school students for graduation, monitoring academic progress
- Conducted numerous interviews of high school students and gave speeches at community events
- Worked effectively with parents, educators, community leaders and other influencers
Leader
Infantry Unit Leader
06.2006 - 07.2009
- Took part in 2 deployments to Al Anbar Province, Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)
- Served alongside Iraqi local nationals as part of an embedded training team (ETT), developing rapport and positive relationships, demonstrating broad cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Served as the senior enlisted advisor to the Officer in Charge, and participated in over 100 combat patrols
- Instructed over 500 individuals on subjects ranging from military history, customs and courtesies, martial arts, physical fitness, financial management and life skills
Education
No Degree -
Pima Community College
01-2017
No Degree - Humanities
Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZ08-2026
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Hesser College
01-1998
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Pinkerton Academy
01-1997
Skills
- Maintaining professionalism
- Safety awareness
- Physical fitness
- Incident reporting
Timeline
Courtesy Patrol Lead
Point Sebago Resort
06.2024 - 11.2024
Security Supervisor
Job Corps
01.2022 - 01.2023
Educator
Marine Corps JROTC Instructor, Gloucester High School
09.2019 - 08.2021
Security Officer
Banner University Medical Center-South
01.2017 - 12.2018
Behavioral Health worker/Recovery Coach
La Frontera AZ
06.2016 - 09.2016
First Sergeant
Senior Enlisted Advisor
09.2013 - 08.2015
Police Advisor
Afghan National Security Forces
08.2012 - 09.2013
Recruiter
Recruiting Substation Commander
07.2009 - 07.2012
Leader
Infantry Unit Leader
06.2006 - 07.2009
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Pinkerton Academy
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Hesser College
No Degree - Humanities
Glendale Community College
No Degree -
Pima Community College