John Hillenbrand
Rochester,NY
Summary
Homeland Security Program Analyst with extensive experience at New York State Division of Homeland Security. Specializes in crisis management and threat assessment, significantly improving public safety initiatives. Proficient in data analysis and team collaboration, leading effective training programs that enable community vigilance against suspicious activities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Homeland Security Program Analyst 1
New York State Division of Homeland Security & Emergency Services
Rochester, NY
03.2024 - Current
- Assigned to the Office of Counter Terrorism, Public Safety Unit
- Support New York State's "See Something, Say Something" initiative in conjunction with members of the New York State Police Counter Terrorism Intelligence Unit.
- Conduct pre-planned, concealed identity, Red Team Exercises throughout New York State's 16 assigned Counter Terrorism Zones.
- Provide suspicious activity training to businesses and critical infrastructure locations to help them identify potential terrorist activity within their respective sector.
- Conduct outreach to local businesses ahead of mass gathering events to enhance the safety and security of attendees.
Patrol Sergeant
Rochester Institute of Technology
08.2021 - 03.2024
- Supervised a shift of six officers between the hours of 6 am - 2 pm
- Approved incident reports and assign cases for follow-up investigation
- Made notifications to senior Public Safety and University Staff when applicable
- Coordinated with local law enforcement and first responders during campus incidents and serve as University Incident Commander
- Managed a fleet of nine patrol vehicles, specifically regarding routine maintenance, cleanliness, and purchasing of new vehicles
- Worked assignments and investigations on campus grounds which has approximately 22,000 Rochester Institute of Technology community members
- Upheld and enforce New York State law and Rochester Institute of Technology policies as a first responder
- Included disputes, theft, workplace violence, bias crimes, general complaints, fires, security alarms, fights in progress, medical emergencies, psychological crises, possession of drugs, sale of drugs, missing persons, motor vehicle accidents, and other emergency calls
- Acted as a preliminary investigator to incidents by gathering evidence, conducting interviews, and documenting the findings in reports
- Followed up on assigned investigations until suspects are apprehended or cases are filed as "officed".
Patrol Officer
Rochester Institute of Technology
11.2020 - 08.2021
- Worked assignments and investigations on campus grounds which has approximately 22,000 Rochester Institute of Technology community members
- Upheld and enforce New York State law and Rochester Institute of Technology policies as a first responder
- Included disputes, theft, workplace violence, bias crimes, general complaints, fires, security alarms, fights in progress, medical emergencies, psychological crises, possession of drugs, sale of drugs, missing persons, motor vehicle accidents, and other emergency calls
- Acted as a preliminary investigator to incidents by gathering evidence, conducting interviews, and documenting the findings in reports
- Followed up on assigned investigations until suspects are apprehended or cases are filed as "officed".
Patrol Officer
Hobart & William Smith Colleges Campus Safety
04.2018 - 10.2020
- Conducted investigations and assignments for approximately 3,000 Hobart and William Smith community members.
- Performed random and active patrols on campus by vehicle and foot, responding to dispatched radio calls.
- Gathered evidence, conducted interviews, and documented findings as a preliminary investigator of campus incidents.
- Enforced New York State laws and Hobart and William Smith policies as a first responder.
- Managed various emergency situations including theft, workplace violence, and medical crises.
- Acted as departmental liaison and mentor for Hobart and William Smith Emergency Medical Service.
Education
Master of Arts - Emergency Management & Homeland Security
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ08-2026
Master of Science - Law Enforcement And Public Safety Leadership
University of San Diego
San Diego, CA08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Hobart & William Smith Colleges
Geneva, NY05.2017
Skills
- Crisis management
- Threat assessment
- Data analysis
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Public relations
Accomplishments
- Life-Saving Award, 07/08/21, Rochester Institute of Technology, An award that is given to an individual upon successfully performing lifesaving methods on another person during a medical emergency.
- Officer of the Quarter, 07/30/21, Rochester Institute of Technology, An award that recognizes service in the field and to the Department of Public Safety.
- Officer of the Quarter, 07/30/23, Rochester Institute of Technology, An award that recognizes excellent service in the field and supervisory action taken during a large-scale campus incident.
- President's Civic Leadership Award, 05/01/17, Hobart & William Smith Colleges, An award given collaboratively by the President's Office and Center for Community Engagement recognizes a student's exceptional dedication to local civic engagement over their four years at the Colleges.
Training
- Stop the Bleed Instructor Course, 09/19, Dr. Jeremy Cushman - University of Rochester Medical Center, Geneva, NY
- American Sign Language 101, Fall 2021, National Technical Institute for the Deaf, Rochester, NY
- American Sign Language 102, Spring 2022, National Technical Institute for the Deaf, Rochester, NY
Volunteer Experience
- Chairperson, Pastoral Council - St. Patrick's Church, Victor, NY (2023-2025).
- Sacristan, - Diocese of Rochester, NY (2022-Present)
- Volunteer FireFighter, - Geneva Fire Department, Geneva, NY (2015 - Present). Retain active membership with the Nester Hose Company.
- Lieutenant, Hobart & William Smith Emergency Medical Services, Geneva, NY (2015 - 2017). Held the rank of Lieutenant and positions of Shift Supervisor, Field Training Officer, and Safety Officer.
Timeline
Homeland Security Program Analyst 1
New York State Division of Homeland Security & Emergency Services
03.2024 - Current
Patrol Sergeant
Rochester Institute of Technology
08.2021 - 03.2024
Patrol Officer
Rochester Institute of Technology
11.2020 - 08.2021
Patrol Officer
Hobart & William Smith Colleges Campus Safety
04.2018 - 10.2020
Master of Arts - Emergency Management & Homeland Security
Arizona State University
Master of Science - Law Enforcement And Public Safety Leadership
University of San Diego
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Hobart & William Smith Colleges
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