Jeremiah DeVoe
Keller,Texas
Summary
Seasoned and accomplished Director in the Security Industry, knowledgeable about all areas the industry operations and offering 20 years of experience in business planning, operations and team management. Proven track record in staff development and project management, with a focus on achieving regulatory compliance and enhancing security protocols. A dedicated, dependable, and organized individual who ensures a successful operation of the property, safety of the organization's associates and visitors, and the continued success of the Security Department within the organization.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director of Safety & Risk Management
Performing Arts Fort Worth - BPH
09.2021 - Current
- Current Director of Projects - Acquiring $450,000 in federal funding through the NSGP for security upgrades and enhancements.
- Developed Emergency Operations Plans to better follow the current industry standards and practices, including departmental emergency guidelines for uniformed training.
- Developed and Presented annual security awareness trainings to staff, as well as, hosting security exercises for state law enforcement personnel, to include active shooter training and Dignitary/VIP protective services operations.
- Oversee the coordination of contract security and local law enforcement services to support day-to-day business functions.
- Established and maintains collaborative relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement.
- Conduct Risk Assessments, including Threat and Safety Identifications.
Assistant Director of Security & Safety Services
Marriott International, Inc.
02.2004 - 09.2021
- Worked in fast-paced and high-risk environments while maintaining exceptional standards of excellence for security programs, strategies, and plans.
- Coordinated and directly oversaw the protective services operations of Celebrities, VIPs, and Government Dignitaries, to include collaborating with other local, state, and federal emergency response agencies.
- Established and cultivated relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement.
- Oversaw customer claims and investigations, to include conducting reports and presenting those findings to senior executives.
- Assisted in the budgeting and forecasting for the department to ensure that all P&L statements are in alignment.
- Directly oversaw and conducted all security audits, both quarterly and annual.
- Collaborated with senior executives to develop and implement strategies to mitigate security risks.
- Directed security services and safety functions to align key processes with goals and objectives of organization and regulatory compliance.
- Developed and grew staff competencies through team development, implementation and support of specific training for various responsibilities.
- Developed and improved emergency procedures, presenting to thousands of employees throughout my tenure, including the new-hire onboarding of all new Marriott employees.
- Established measures, metrics, thresholds and targets to drive performance in alignment with security and other business strategies.
- Oversaw safety of guests, employees, and assets by enforcing and regulating security policies and procedures.
Education
Certified Venue Security Manager -
IAVM - AVSS
New Orleans, LA03.2023
Certified Firefighter -
DeSoto Fire Academy
DeSoto, TX01.1998
General Studies -
Tarrant County College
Hurst, TX05.1997
Skills
- Strategic Planning and Problem Solving
- Risk and Data Analysis
- Crisis Management
- Staff Development and Management
- Industry partnerships
- Project Management
- Operations Management
- Employee and Customer Relations
- Individual accountability and attention to detail
- Regulatory Compliance
- Business goals and Communication
- Reports and Presentations
- Computer Literacy
Certification
- Certified Venue Security Manager - IAVM/AVSS
- PPO Level IV - Texas Commission on Private Security
- Certified ELP - Impact Leadership - Marriott International
Timeline
Assistant Director of Safety & Risk Management
Performing Arts Fort Worth - BPH
09.2021 - Current
Assistant Director of Security & Safety Services
Marriott International, Inc.
02.2004 - 09.2021
Certified Venue Security Manager -
IAVM - AVSS
Certified Firefighter -
DeSoto Fire Academy
General Studies -
Tarrant County College
- Certified Venue Security Manager - IAVM/AVSS
- PPO Level IV - Texas Commission on Private Security
- Certified ELP - Impact Leadership - Marriott International
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