Joel Lavespere, CPP
Security Manager
Battle Ground,WA
Summary
Astute Security Manager with 14 years of experience with infrastructure security processes and procedures for performing physical and personnel security monitoring, screening and reporting to maintain oversight of facilities. Orchestrates protective measures to safeguard information from loss, compromise or unauthorized disclosure to protect workforce, facilities and infrastructure from threats and effects of natural disasters. Collaborates with design specialists, operations personnel and other specialists to determine appropriate protection systems for maximum security while minimizing adverse impacts to organization's mission.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
11
11
Certifications
Work History
Security Policy and Training Manager
City Of Portland
Portland, OR
03.2023 - Current
- Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules, and training assessments to upper management.
- Advised division leaders of regulatory risks in business processed and provided recommendations for improvement.
- Coordinated protective service operations with other emergency response agencies for Mayors Office.
- Developed and maintained emergency response plans for 5 buildings to promote fast and effective action during crises.
- Established and maintained close working relationships with local law enforcement officers and coordinated active shooter training.
- Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules, and training assessments to upper management
Public Safety Manager
Oregon Zoo
Portland, OR
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Reduced injuries among personnel with development and implementation of robust safety programs and policies.
- Ensured safety and security of zoo employees, 212 exotic species, and 1.6 million visitors annually on 64 acre campus.
- Planed, conducted, and evaluated 5 annual emergency response drills for zoo staff. Single handedly revamped Oregon Zoo Emergency Management Program.
- Oversees department budget of $1.2 million and provides management over 1 Lead Public Safety Officer, 7 Full-Time Officers, and 24 Variable Hour Officers.
Communications Coordinator - Security Liaison
Avery Technical Resources
Thief River Falls, MN
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Security Consultant and Incident Commander for Protection of $2.6 Billion Critical Infrastructure Replacement Project spanning over 360 miles.
- Oversaw team of 20 Inspection personnel who interacted with contracted staff and provide project compliance.
- Developed security plans and contract requirements for protection of 4000 contracted workers and 1500 pieces of construction equipment.
- Managed critical communications for all accidents and incidents to frontline workers.
- Created mitigation plans for high threat areas and critical construction operations. Saved project $3.5 million dollars in unnecessary production loss and 14 days of downtime.
Director of Security and Emergency Management
North County Transit
Oceanside, CA
01.2020 - 07.2020
- Oversaw safety of guests, employees and and assets by enforcing and regulating security policies and procedures and monitoring and maintaining security systems.
- Directed Security Department for 6,400 personnel agency, 125 rolling stock, 3 Transit Center, 44 stations in North San Diego County.
- Responsible for three Police Agency contracts, Security Operations Center, Nine agreement direct reports, and $3.7 million budget.
- Oversaw and provided direction for Capital projects and physical security technologies including but not limited to, various card key access systems, alarm systems, and video surveillance systems.
- Developed initial COVID-19 response for continued operation and region support.
Security Manager - Right-of-Way Task Force
Metro North Railroad
New York, NY
10.2017 - 12.2019
- Acting Assistant Chief Security Office for Security Control Center. Oversaw CCTV, Access control, video management, Intelligence, and 24 Contracted Watch Officers.
- Designed and developed Right-of-Way Task Force Program from policy to operation. Tracked key performance indicators and developed matrixes to ensure departmental strategies and goals were met and drive organizational performance.
- Developed tracking method for trespass calls along with Metro-North Properties.
- Identified top ten areas of high number of calls and created mitigation effects for each area. Decreased trespass calls by 21% in one year.
Operations Security Coordinator
Sound Transit
Seattle , WA
10.2015 - 09.2017
- Conducted security assessments for 44 operational facilities, 14 construction projects, 151 properties, and all rolling stock owned by Sound Transit
- Oversaw 154 personnel security contract. Identified vulnerabilities and create corrective action plans to resolve issues.
- Performed technical reviews and audits on Access control, Intrusion detection, and CCTV Video Systems.
- Conducted reviews on technical specifications for physical security standards and recommend changes to enhance security posture through presentations and reports.
- Developed standards utilizing crime prevention through environmental design, physical security principles, and industry trends.
- Conducted public speaking presentations on security awareness, protocols, and procedures to all agency employees, vendors, and contractors.
- Developed Divisions five-year strategic outlook and identified deficiency in 21 FTE positions.
Operations Officer - Physical Security
United States Air Force, USAF
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA
04.2009 - 01.2016
- Directed 258 Security Specialist, 8 special units, and $52,000,000 budget.
- Created and executed strategy to improve reliability and security of 52 Critical Logistics Assets.
- Developed integrated physical security plan for Joint Base Lewis-McChord and combined two agency service requirements and standards. Department of Defense considered physical security plan as benchmark physical security program.
- Evaluated employee performance, held regular meetings, and made recommendations to higher management on promotions.
- Redefined scheduling requirements to increase security support for critical maintenance operations.
- Communicated formally and informally to executive leadership on all issues for 131 nuclear logistics movements.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Organizational Leadership
Air University
Montgomery, AL 09.2014 - 2014.10
Security Forces Officers Course (AFSF) - Law Enforcement And Security
United States Air Force Security Forces Academy
San Antonio, TX 05.2009 - 2009.09
Bachelor of Arts - Police Science
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA 09.2004 - 2009.03
Skills
Physical Security Assessment (RAMCAP, ISC, IDRMP, CARVER)
undefinedAffiliations
American Society of Industrial Security (ASIS)
InfraGard
TITAN Fusion Center
International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO)
Certification
ASIS-Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
Accomplishments
Nominated for 2018 Metro North Presidents Award for Right-of-Way Task Force program.
Unit was selected as the Best Small Security Forces Squadron of the year for 2013 and 2014.
Selected as the unit Junior Officer of the Year for 2013 and 2014.
Ranked #1 of 45 division Junior Officers for the 1st and 4th quarter, 2014.
Motivated the unit to receive the Unit of the Quarter 1st, 2nd, and 3rd quarter 2010 and Team of the Year 2010.
Timeline
Security Policy and Training Manager
City Of Portland
03.2023 - Current
Public Safety Manager
Oregon Zoo
08.2021 - 01.2023
Communications Coordinator - Security Liaison
Avery Technical Resources
08.2020 - 08.2021
Director of Security and Emergency Management
North County Transit
01.2020 - 07.2020
Security Manager - Right-of-Way Task Force
Metro North Railroad
10.2017 - 12.2019
Operations Security Coordinator
Sound Transit
10.2015 - 09.2017
Graduate Certificate - Organizational Leadership
Air University
09.2014 - 2014.10
Security Forces Officers Course (AFSF) - Law Enforcement And Security
United States Air Force Security Forces Academy
05.2009 - 2009.09
Operations Officer - Physical Security
United States Air Force, USAF
04.2009 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Police Science
Louisiana Tech University
09.2004 - 2009.03
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