Erik Runnerstrom

Results-oriented expert in emergency management and safety protocol enforcement. Recognized for exceptional communication and leadership abilities, fostering collaboration with school staff to design and execute comprehensive safety plans that prioritize student security. Observant School Resource Officer committed to protecting 650 students and 43 staff and property and maintaining law and order. Well-versed in conflict resolution, Vulnerability/threat assessments, crime scene investigation and firearms operations. Utilized computerized reporting system immediately available to dispatch and supervisors. Worked collaboratively with multiple law enforcement agencies during training to create a flow of cooperation during actual active assailant events. Dutiful and diligent individual with solid history of achievement in policing, leadership, protection, emergency response and education.

• General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS)
• Florida Guardian (Expired)
• Armed Security Officer (Expired)
• Unarmed Security Officer (Expired)
• Carry Concealed Weapon License

• Achieved commendable rating by completing the reorganization of unit weapons with accuracy and efficiency while deployed to Iraq 2003-2004.
• Discovered microscopic crack in the barrel of an M240B machinegun which greatly reduced the chances of soldiers be injured or killed by exploding weapon components.
• Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
• Documented and resolved sexual harassment assault response and prevention (SHARP) claims which led to prompt removal of offenders from the unit.
• Advised company commander on activity in the units area of responsibility by utilizing software and updated intelligence and making unit aware of weapon technology being introduced by insurgents and weapon suppliers in the units area of responsibility.
• Conducted vulnerability assessments to school campuses in Tampa Florida and advised Principals of their vulnerability(ies) in accordance with Florida Safe Schools Act of 2018 using matrix developed after the Marjorie Stoneman Douglas school Shooting.
• Conducted Threat assessments to schools from potential offenders using Comprehensive School Based Threat Assessment Guidelines (CSTAG) and collaboration with the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Department and school staff to mitigate risk to students staff and school property.
• Conducted monthly Active Shooter Drills in compliance with Florida Law and the Safe Schools Act of 2018. Consistently partnered with Hillsborough County Sheriffs Deputy's to physically check all classrooms were locked. Those that were unlocked teachers were informed on the proper procedures and what was observed when their doors were opened.
• Utilized Two-way radio and computer system supplied by the Hillsborough County .Public Schools Office of Security and Emergency Management.
• Conducted school evacuation drills monthly, providing security to students and staff, by requesting additional support from patrol officers. Maintained hurricane disaster kits in up to date and useable status. Kept alert to inclement weather status in the schools vicinity.
• Was recognized for discovering a breach to Fort Benning, Georgia along US Hwy 27 while assigned to the duty of 197th Infantry Brigade Anti terrorism/ Force Protection Officer. Wrote the first ever Brigade Anti Terrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP) Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
• Conducted Physical Security inspections of Brigade Arms Rooms. Wrote the Brigade Physical Security Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
• Responsible for the operation of the Fort Benning Georgia Anti Terrorism/Force Protection. Consistently maintained AT/FP equipment in an operable status and in accordance with the Fort Benning, Georgia AT/FP Branch SOP.