Jake Sperl
Thayne
Summary
Dynamic security professional with extensive experience at Jackson Hole Airport Board, excelling in compliance management and incident response. Proven track record in developing preventive solutions and enhancing security operations. Strong leadership and analytical skills fostered a culture of safety, ensuring effective team performance and operational excellence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Airport Security Coordinator/Manager
Jackson Hole Airport Board
06.2016 - Current
- Initiated investigations into security breach events, analyzing findings to determine cause and develop preventive solutions.
- Engaged in risk analysis to develop standard operating procedures for potential emergencies and breaches of security.
- Conducted regular inspections and audits of security systems, facilities and personnel to facilitate ongoing operational improvement.
- Supervised and provided day-to-day support to security staff, issuing guidance on management of security situations as they arose.
- Served as point of contact for safety and security matters, maintaining positive rapport with local law enforcement and community leaders.
Supervisor Transportation Security Officer
Jackson Hole Airport Board
09.2013 - 06.2017
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
Behavior Detection Officer
Jackson Hole Airport Board
05.2011 - 09.2013
- Responded accordingly to policies and appropriately dealt with suspicious behavior, items and vehicles.
- Utilized quick decision-making skills and sound judgment to act in accordance with policies, procedures and state statue.
- Requested assistance of law enforcement and intelligence agencies.
- Deterred terrorist activity, violent attacks and other malicious acts through patrolling, searching for suspicion indicators and assessing threat potential.
Lead Transportation Security Officer
Jackson Hole Airport Board
06.2010 - 05.2011
- Safeguarded transportation operations at commercial airports.
- Developed and maintained positive rapport with passengers and other airport personnel
- Managed team of trained security professionals engaged in anti-terrorism activities.
- Attended daily briefings with supervisors to discuss issues with security screening processes.
Transportation Security Officer
Jackson Hole Airport Board
06.2008 - 06.2010
- Operated x-ray machines, hand wands, and advanced imaging technology to conduct screening of passengers and baggage.
- Discretely observed behavior and demeanor of travelers and staff to screen for suspicious actions.
- Interacted with public to give directions, explain rules, and regulations and respond to inquiries.
- Authenticated boarding passes, identification, and passports to prevent fraudulent travel.
Screening Assistant
Jackson Hole Airport Board
06.2007 - 05.2008
- Assisted in the Screening operation at Jackson Hole Airport under the Screening Partnership Program.
- Checked Travel Documents and helped divest passengers when the submit to passenger screening
Education
High School Diploma -
Jackson Hole High School
Jackson, WYSkills
- Compliance management
- Security training
- Security operations
- Incident response
- Access control
Certification
- CM - Certified Member Certification
- Airport Certified Employee-Trusted Agent
- Airport Certified Employee-Security
Timeline
Airport Security Coordinator/Manager
Jackson Hole Airport Board
06.2016 - Current
Supervisor Transportation Security Officer
Jackson Hole Airport Board
09.2013 - 06.2017
Behavior Detection Officer
Jackson Hole Airport Board
05.2011 - 09.2013
Lead Transportation Security Officer
Jackson Hole Airport Board
06.2010 - 05.2011
Transportation Security Officer
Jackson Hole Airport Board
06.2008 - 06.2010
Screening Assistant
Jackson Hole Airport Board
06.2007 - 05.2008
High School Diploma -
Jackson Hole High School
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