Larry Sparks
Claremont,CA
Summary
Operations Manager with extensive experience in service delivery optimization, achieving a $3 million revenue boost at Inland Respite, Inc. Proficient in process improvement and employee training, enhancing efficiency for over 5,000 clients. Expertise in physical security and team leadership, ensuring accountability and safety across diverse teams.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager
Inland Respite, Inc
Corona, CA
12.2023 - 12.2024
- Directed operations and program improvements to enhance service delivery for over 5,000 clients.
- Created a process that aided the company in growing revenue by $3 million over the prior year.
- Supervised a cross-functional team of 45 employees in two locations, achieving consistent, on-time completion of complex initiatives.
- Tracked key operational performance metrics, improving reporting accuracy and visibility for executive leadership.
- Managed stakeholder engagement strategies to elevate organizational support and awareness.
- Led company growth by meeting with local and state officials in over three counties to gain support.
Security Operations Manager
United States Air Force
Scott AFB, IL
01.2014 - 12.2023
- Oversaw security operations across multiple locations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and operational readiness.
- Supervised and trained 235 personnel, promoting a culture of accountability and safety.
- Introduced LEAN process improvements, reducing workload by over 480 hours, and increasing response times by 50%.
- Managed over $1 million in security assets and infrastructure projects, including armory redesigns.
- Reduced incident rates by 40% through targeted policy enforcement, training, and quality control audits.
- Supported facility security during a $1.2M construction project, preventing legal liabilities, and ensuring compliance.
Education
MPA - Public Administration
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Security Management
Southwestern College
Winfield, KS07-2018
Skills
- Physical security
- Access control management
- Employee training
- Asset protection
- CCTV experience
- Security team leadership
- Process improvement
- Data analysis
Certification
- Project Manager Certification – Institute of Project Management
- Valid California Driver’s License
Availability
Immediate | Open to relocation and regional travel as required
Highlights Aligned To Inter Con Security Position
- 10+ years of managing regional security operations and compliance enforcement across U.S. and international locations.
- Proven record of leading multi-site teams, improving training outcomes, and enhancing service delivery standards.
- Strong familiarity with operational KPIs, incident tracking, and contract compliance monitoring.
- Excellent communicator with the ability to interact with clients and executives at all levels.
- Demonstrated success in managing and training supervisors and field security personnel.
- Willing and able to travel regionally (up to 50%) and work on-call to meet business demands.
Accomplishments
- Security Forces Non-Commissioned Officer of the year 2018, 2019, 20220
- Military Outstanding Community Volunteer 2018
Timeline
Operations Manager
Inland Respite, Inc
12.2023 - 12.2024
Security Operations Manager
United States Air Force
01.2014 - 12.2023
MPA - Public Administration
Columbia Southern University
Bachelor of Science - Security Management
Southwestern College
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