JOSEPH SANTA ANA
Eagle Lake,Florida
Summary
- Security professional with proven track record in overseeing campus safety and emergency protocols. Adept at ensuring secure environment while fostering collaborative team atmosphere. Known for adaptability and focus on achieving security objectives through efficient communication and teamwork.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
Florida Southern College
11.2024 - Current
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
Associate Director Public Safety
Pratt Institute
06.2008 - 10.2023
- Responsible for monitoring the daily security related functions on campus. Review incident reports, conduct follow-up investigations, plan and coordinate special details and events on campus with various departments and outside agencies. Implement and revise policies and procedures. Maintains and compiles information regarding crime statistics in compliance with the Clery Act. Responsible for Access control and CCTV systems. Assumed role as campus COVID-19 Coordinator during the pandemic, responsible for on-campus testing and data collection. Also Lead Instructor and coordinator for the Institute’s Self-Defense course.
- Established training programs for security personnel, enhancing compliance with campus safety protocols and regulations.
- Oversaw incident response procedures, ensuring timely communication and coordination with emergency services during crises.
- Evaluated security technology enhancements, optimizing CCTV surveillance effectiveness in crime prevention efforts across campus.
- Coordinated cross-departmental meetings to address safety concerns, fostering collaborative solutions among faculty and administration.
- Reviewed policy adherence in daily operations, ensuring alignment with state regulations and institutional guidelines for public safety.
- Developed community outreach initiatives focused on crime prevention education, strengthening relationships between students and local law enforcement.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff to share innovative ideas and providing resources for professional development.
- Prioritized tasks and allocated resources appropriately to keep teams focused and productive.
- Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
- Trained and developed department leaders and management staff for specific projects and ongoing operational needs.
- Established strong relationships with key industry partners, creating mutually beneficial opportunities for growth and collaboration.
Police Officer
Palm Beach County School District Police Department
08.2006 - 06.2008
- Executed routine patrols across campus grounds, ensuring the safety and security of all individuals.
- Served as a school resource officer, improving relationships between youth and police through positive interactions and educational programs.
- Collaborated with school administration to develop emergency response plans for various scenarios.
- Monitored access control systems to ensure compliance with security protocols during school events.
- Engaged with community members to build trust and improve transparency regarding safety initiatives on campus.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
Lieutenant/Assistant Director of Public Safety
Kingsborough Community College, Brooklyn, New York
Brooklyn, New York
08.2005 - 05.2006
- Manage staff of 40 with main objective of promoting public safety for students, teachers and visitors of the school. Requires expertise in strategic planning, program development and management, budget development and administration, human resource management, daily operations, team building, and staff development.
- Developed a Field Training Officer Program for newly hired officers which resulted in a better trained officer. Officers were more knowledgeable about job responsibilities and response procedures.
- Created a “Public Safety Web Page” linking the community to the college with crime prevention tips, statistics, emergency notices, lost and found, and parking regulations. Became invaluable tool for prospective students and their parents.
- Developed an “Operations Guide” used in the department as a guideline for policies and procedures.
- Created standardized job performance guidelines for each member of the department. It has become a model for other campuses to follow.
- Maintained compliance with NYS Department of Education safety regulations, ensuring readiness for audits and inspections.
- Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
- Prepared and adjusted schedules to cover demand.
Police Officer
Florida Atlantic University, West Palm Beach, Florida
West Palm Beach, Florida
12.2004 - 05.2005
- Protection of life and property on and around university property through Vehicle and foot patrols.
- Conduct investigations pursuant to criminal activity as well as in the investigative areas of university student discipline process.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Served as a school resource officer, improving relationships between youth and police through positive interactions and educational programs.
Police Officer
Palm Beach County School District Police Department
08.2004 - 12.2004
- Responsible for the safety and security of students, staff and visitors on and around school grounds. Investigation of criminal activity and effecting the arrest of violators. Provide crime prevention training and mentoring programs directed at students.
Lieutenant / Assistant Director of Public Safety
Kingsborough Community College, New York, NY
New York, NY
07.1994 - 08.2004
- Responsible for public safety on campus.
- Managed 30 staff and law enforcement members.
- Conducted internal and criminal investigations
- Skilled at collaborating with other law enforcement entities to develop and promote crime prevention initiatives.
- Monitored compliance with Clery Act mandates, ensuring timely dissemination of safety information to stakeholders.
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new educators to maintain a high-quality teaching staff.
- Fostered a positive school culture by promoting open communication among staff members and celebrating successes together as a team.
Campus Peace Officer Level III-Sergeant
New York City Technical College, New York, NY
New York, NY
01.1992 - 07.1994
- Tour Supervisor responsible for selecting post assignments for officer, conduct inspections of personnel and equipment.
- Involved in the security planning of special events on campus.
- Respond to incidents and make decisions on how they are to be managed.
- Conduct preliminary investigations into criminal matters and effect arrests of violators of the law.
Education
Associates of Applied Sciences -
Kingsborough Community College
New York, NYSkills
- Incident reporting
- CCTV surveillance
- Detail-oriented
- CCTV monitoring
- Complex Problem-solving
- Relationship building and management
- Staff management
- Crisis management
- Military experience
- Law enforcement background
- Access control
- Emergency response
Affiliations
- ASIS Member
- IACLEA Member
- Fraternal Order of Police
- Air Force Sergeants Association
- Sexual Harassment Education Committee member
- CUNY Connections Trainer
- Public Safety Performance Evaluation Trainer
- American Legion Gold Post – Staten Island
Certification
- Florida Department of Law Enforcement Police Officer Certification
- New York State Peace Officer License
- F.B.I. Statement Analysis Course
- N.Y.P.D. Specialized Protective Security Training Course
- CPR / AED / Narcan and Stop the Bleed Certification
- Mental Health Awareness Training
- Title IX Coordinator Certification
- Advanced Clery Training (5) Day Course
- Clery Training (2) Day Course
- OSAC – Study Abroad Conference
MILITARY SERVICE
- United States Air Force (1979-1988) Law Enforcement Specialist
- United States Air Force Reserves (2002-2004) Air Transportation Specialist
Timeline
Security Officer
Florida Southern College
11.2024 - Current
Associate Director Public Safety
Pratt Institute
06.2008 - 10.2023
Police Officer
Palm Beach County School District Police Department
08.2006 - 06.2008
Lieutenant/Assistant Director of Public Safety
Kingsborough Community College, Brooklyn, New York
08.2005 - 05.2006
Police Officer
Florida Atlantic University, West Palm Beach, Florida
12.2004 - 05.2005
Police Officer
Palm Beach County School District Police Department
08.2004 - 12.2004
Lieutenant / Assistant Director of Public Safety
Kingsborough Community College, New York, NY
07.1994 - 08.2004
Campus Peace Officer Level III-Sergeant
New York City Technical College, New York, NY
01.1992 - 07.1994
Associates of Applied Sciences -
Kingsborough Community College