Jesse S. Wilson
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with extensive experience at Concept Schools, specializing in school safety training and emergency management. Proven track record in contract management and team development, ensuring compliance with OSHA standards while enhancing safety protocols. Recognized for effectively coordinating with local law enforcement to create secure learning environments.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager of Operations, Security, Facilities and Maintenance, School Resource Officer
Concept Schools
Chicago, IL
01.2023 - Current
- I oversee the day-to-day operations of Facilities, Custodial, Grounds and Security
- Oversee construction, remodeling and renovating of all buildings
- Oversee safety training for school staff, responsible for managing and monitoring all district property
- Work with building administration to correct facilities concerns as a troubleshooter
- Liaison with local police and fire departments, community members when necessary
- Train staff and local law enforcement and other schools in the area on school and OSHA safety
- Responsible for training and implementing policies and procedures that comply with regional state and federal laws
Police Officer Reserve/School Resource Officer/Community Service Officer
Berrien Springs, Michigan Police Department
Berrien Springs, MI
01.2010 - Current
- Patrol assigned areas of the city, perform security checks on buildings and residents
- Observe and take appropriate action in the event of suspicious activity
- Enforce traffic ordinances, direct traffic, answer calls for protection of life and/or property
- Community awareness programs
- Assist in putting school safety programs together
Area Manager, Facilities, Custodial and Operations
ABM Industries
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Managed $9 million Custodial and Maintenance Contract
- Oversaw the day-to-day Operations of Facilities, Custodial
- Oversaw payroll and benefits
- Demonstrated quality leadership in meeting performance plans, ability to analyze and interpret financial and other data
- Developed and recommended custodial operating budget and ensured the department operates within budgets
- Established effective lines of communication with the client and facilities personnel to ensure satisfaction of needs and requirements
- Evaluated and justice supplies, equipment, and purchases as needed
- Met weekly with Principals and School Board Members or other designee to provide briefing on building concerns and steps being taken to resolve any issues
- Directed staff results by coaching, counseling employees, planning, monitoring and appraising job performance
Director of Operation Custodial and Facilities
ABM Industries
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Managed $5 million Custodial and Facilities’ Contract
- Oversaw the day-to-day operation of facilities and custodial
- Oversaw construction, remodeling, and renovation of facilities
- Oversaw training for school staff
- Responsible for managing and monitoring all district property
- Worked with building administration to correct facilities concerns as a troubleshooter
- Traveled from state to state as a troubleshooter, to assist other ABM teams as needed and train new managers
Directors of Security, Safety, and School Resource Officer
American Heritage Protective
Niles Township, IL
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Oversaw the day-to-day operation of school security officers
- Responsible for securing childcare coverage for special events
- Prepared annual performance audit to collaborate with school principal
- Oversaw the physical operation of the entire school and its programs
- Oversaw all school safety drills and compliance and training plans
- Oversaw all school vehicles and training
- Oversaw modeling and construction
Director of Operations, Custodial, Security, School Resource Officer, Facilities and Maintenance
Concept Schools
Chicago, IL
01.2006 - 01.2014
- Worked with assistant principals to provide a safe and structured learning environment
- Responsible for school safety plans: disaster preparation, fire drills, staff and public safety, soft and hard lock down drills and student health
- Coordinated with the assistant principals to maintain a positive, safe learning environment for students by enforcing the school discipline plan
- Trained, supervised, and evaluated personnel, responsible for overseeing school transportation
- Arranged for meeting with local police and fire departments and community members when necessary
- Trained staff, local law enforcement, and other schools in the area on school safety
- Oversaw construction and remodeling of all buildings
- Oversaw OSHA safety and training
- Oversaw food service contract
Supervisor of Security and Safety
Marriott Hotel Properties
Chicago, IL
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Oversaw the day-to-day operation of the security and safety department
- Trained new security officers in crisis management, public safety, workplace violence, and personal protection
- Coordinated preventive maintenance and repairs on all building mechanical infrastructures
- Attended client meetings and assisted with determination of project requirements
- Trained security officers in personal protection of arriving and exiting VIP’s
- Ensured all security systems were in working order
- Oversaw payroll and benefits
Police Officer Reserve
Benton Harbor Police Department
Benton Harbor, MI
01.1983 - 01.2000
- Midwest Gang and Narcotics Unit / Undercover Agent and Major Case FBI Task Force
- Gathered intelligence to best evaluate threats and to place or reallocate sources
- Identified witnesses
- Determined the safest way to execute search and arrest warrants and make seizures
- Handled weapons, drugs, and large sums of money
- Testified in court
- Conducted surveillance and undercover activities and operations
- Determined if a violation of the law had occurred or was in progress
- Coordinated federal, state, and local law enforcement
- Executive Protection Supervisor for witness protection while the witnesses testified in high profile court cases
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration and Management
Harold Washington Collage
Chicago, ILSkills
- Contract bids and proposals
- Emergency management
- Organizational briefings
- School safety training
- OSHA compliance training
- Team development
- Accounting operations
- Program management
- Transportation safety training
- Fire safety management
- Principal advisory services
- Contract reconciliation
Certification
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Manager of Operations, Security, Facilities and Maintenance, School Resource Officer
Concept Schools
01.2023 - Current
Area Manager, Facilities, Custodial and Operations
ABM Industries
01.2021 - 01.2023
Director of Operation Custodial and Facilities
ABM Industries
01.2015 - 01.2021
Directors of Security, Safety, and School Resource Officer
American Heritage Protective
01.2014 - 01.2015
Police Officer Reserve/School Resource Officer/Community Service Officer
Berrien Springs, Michigan Police Department
01.2010 - Current
Director of Operations, Custodial, Security, School Resource Officer, Facilities and Maintenance
Concept Schools
01.2006 - 01.2014
Supervisor of Security and Safety
Marriott Hotel Properties
01.2003 - 01.2006
Police Officer Reserve
Benton Harbor Police Department
01.1983 - 01.2000
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration and Management
Harold Washington Collage
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