James Hancock
Bentonville,AR
Summary
Experienced security leader with deep expertise in executive protection, threat assessment, and risk management. Skilled in CCTV monitoring, access control, and rapid incident response to protect people, property, and operations.
Led security programs across corporate sites, supported executive movements, and conducted venue and route assessments to identify threats. Strong background in threat assessment, emergency response, surveillance, and conflict resolution. Focused on maintaining safe environments through disciplined security procedures and effective risk control.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Auto Parts Sales
Smith Automotive
Bentonville, Arkansas
04.2026 - Current
- Assessed customer needs to locate classic and vintage auto parts.
Corporate Security Officer
JB Hunt
Lowell, Arkansas
07.2024 - 09.2025
- Assessed venues and routes for threats before executive movements and arrivals.
- Monitored J.B. Hunt facilities through CCTV and access control systems.
- Screened visitors, drivers, and employees at site entry to enhance security protocols.
- Conducted building inspections and property patrols to ensure safety of personnel and premises.
- Followed security procedures and posted orders while enforcing company rules, policies, and regulations.
- Recorded daily activities, observations, and security concerns for security leadership to inform decision-making.
Director of Global Security
Jazwares LLC
Plantation, Florida
10.2017 - 01.2024
- Provided subject matter expertise on physical security strategy, conducted site inspections, identified and mitigated risks, and implemented security programs to enhance overall safety.
- Directed physical security operations across corporate facilities and office campuses.
- Protected executives during travel, events, and daily operations within corporate security program.
- Evaluated venues and routes for potential threats prior to executive movements to ensure secure and safe arrivals.
- Escorted executives through secure areas to ensure their safety. through public spaces, private meetings, and secure facilities.
Director of Facilities and Operations
Jazwares LLC
Plantation, Florida
10.2017 - 11.2022
- Planned and coordinated activities related to the maintenance, repair, renovation, construction, and expansion of facilities.
- Oversaw workplace safety programs, inspections, and compliance documentation.
- Led security access, badge controls, and visitor procedures.
Police Officer
City of Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
10.1993 - 10.2017
- Conducted tactical operations in high-risk environments to mitigate threats and protect public safety.
- Conducted undercover operations as part of tactical impact unit to gather intelligence.
- Conducted surveillance operations to monitor suspects and document their activities.
- Patrolled City of Fort Lauderdale neighborhoods to enforce laws, ensuring community safety and compliance.
- Trained personnel in marine patrol operations, improving enforcement skills and operational readiness.
- Trained members of dive team in underwater search and rescue techniques.
Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol
Cecil Township Police Department
Cecil, Pennsylvania
02.1992 - 10.1993
- Responded to emergency calls involving disturbances, robberies, domestic disputes.
- Responded to emergency and nonemergency calls for service across township properties.
- Patrolled Cecil Township roadways and neighborhoods to deter crime and observe violations.
Education
Certified Police Officer - Criminology
Florida Municipal Police Academy
Davie, FL10-1993
Certified Police Officer - Criminolgy
Pennsylvania Municipal Police Academy
Indiana, PA09-1990
Skills
- Executive protection
- Risk assessment
- Threat assessment
- Emergency response
- Conflict resolution
- Critical thinking
- Security operations
- CCTV monitoring
- Access control
Timeline
Auto Parts Sales
Smith Automotive
04.2026 - Current
Corporate Security Officer
JB Hunt
07.2024 - 09.2025
Director of Global Security
Jazwares LLC
10.2017 - 01.2024
Director of Facilities and Operations
Jazwares LLC
10.2017 - 11.2022
Police Officer
City of Fort Lauderdale
10.1993 - 10.2017
Police Officer, Uniformed Road Patrol
Cecil Township Police Department
02.1992 - 10.1993
Certified Police Officer - Criminology
Florida Municipal Police Academy
Certified Police Officer - Criminolgy
Pennsylvania Municipal Police Academy