Jennifer West

Dedicated and detail-oriented Security Officer with over 20 years of experience in law enforcement, school security, and public safety, including 13 years specializing in education security and truancy. Proven expertise in ensuring the safety of students, personnel, visitors, and property while projecting a vigilant and friendly presence. Skilled in threat assessment, conflict de-escalation, emergency response, surveillance systems, access control, and radio communication. Adept at managing emergencies such as fire drills, medical incidents, lockdowns, intruder threats, and bomb scares. Physically fit and capable of standing or walking for extended periods.

• Threat Assessment & Conflict De-escalation (CPI)
• NJ Attorney General's Use of Force
• Active Shooter Response
• Anti-Bullying & Cyber Bill of Rights
• NJ Gang Awareness Cultural Sensitivity
• AED, CPR, First Aid, & Narcan Administration Certified
• Managing Conflict with Angry Parents
• Alcohol and Drug Awareness in Schools
• Valid NJ driver’s license, No Points

• Jaren Lapperelli, Vice-President, NJLegalExpress.com, 973-651-7125, njlegalexpress@gmail.com
• Janice McKeirnan, Parent Teachers Association Member, Edison Board of Education, (732) 742-3124, jmckeirnan1409@yahoo.com

• Emergency Response Excellence: Recognized for swift and effective responses during emergency situations, including lock down drills, fire drills, and medical emergencies.
• Conflict De-escalation: Successfully applied conflict de-escalation techniques to diffuse confrontations involving students and parents, ensuring a safe environment.
• Security System Implementation: Played a critical role in monitoring and managing surveillance systems, identifying and addressing security risks effectively.
• Safety Protocol Management: Developed and enforced safety protocols, reducing incidents of vandalism, unauthorized access, and student altercations.
• Leadership in Security Operations: Managed district-wide security operations, training security personnel, and coordinating schedules for after-school activities to enhance campus safety.
• Truancy and Attendance Intervention: Investigated truancy cases, conducted home visits, and ensured compliance with New Jersey statutes on attendance, contributing to improved student attendance rates.
• Community Collaboration: Built strong relationships with law enforcement, juvenile divisions, and community agencies to address truancy and security concerns.
• Recognition for Professional Judgment: Consistently praised for making sound decisions in high-pressure situations, demonstrating professional judgment and problem-solving abilities.
• Reduced Security Incidents: Implemented effective safety regulations that significantly reduced incidents of vandalism, theft, and illegal activity on school premises.

United States Air Force, Honorable Discharge