Lee Santos
San Jose,CA
Summary
Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and Operations leader with 30+ years of progressive experience leading workplace safety, emergency preparedness, security operations, and cross-functional programs across Fortune 500 technology, public sector, education, and real estate environments. Proven expertise in multi-site EHS operations, emergency evacuation planning, incident investigation, laboratory safety compliance, business continuity, risk management, and operational excellence. Recognized for building strong partnerships with Engineering, Facilities, Security, and Executive Leadership to strengthen safety culture, improve compliance, and enhance organizational resilience. Dedicated to coaching and mentoring teams, developing future leaders, and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement while delivering measurable operational results.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Google Inc.
Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)
Sunnyvale, California
03.2015 - Current
- Manage enterprise emergency evacuation readiness programs (170+ drills annually across campuses) ensuring compliance with internal safety standards and operational readiness.
- Lead incident investigation and root cause analysis (RCA) for workplace safety events, implementing corrective actions and preventive measures to reduce recurrence.
- Served as primary EHS point of contact of the Bay Area for evacuation drill programs, coordinating planning, execution, and post-event analysis to strengthen safety readiness across multiple sites.
- Led multi-campus EHS operations and emergency preparedness programs, enhancing safety protocols in large-scale corporate environments across Bay Area.
- Conduct laboratory safety inspections and compliance audits, ensuring alignment with OSHA standards, internal EHS policies, and audit readiness requirements.
- Coordinate business continuity and disaster recovery readiness, including disaster trailer deployment and relocation planning for critical campus operations.
- Partner weekly with Facilities, Security, Engineering, and Executive Operations teams to strengthen safety culture, risk mitigation, and operational resilience.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives across EHS programs, driving enhancements in response efficiency and safety performance outcomes.
Menlo School
Head JV Girls Basketball Coach
Atherton, California
08.2022 - Current
- Design structured training programs improving player development, teamwork, and competitive execution.
- Collaborate with varsity coaching staff to strengthen overall program success and athlete progression.
- Lead and mentor student-athletes during a 4-month competitive season, focusing on leadership development, discipline, and team performance.
Meta (Facebook)
Security Operations Supervisor
Menlo Park, California
10.2011 - 03.2015
- Supervised 30+ security officers daily, ensuring safety and compliance across high-security corporate campus.
- Coordinated executive protection and security for corporate events and high-visibility site operations, enhancing overall safety.
- Managed workforce scheduling and shift coverage, maintaining operational readiness for multi-building security operations.
- Responded to workplace incidents and escalations, ensuring rapid resolution and safety compliance.
- Partnered with leadership teams to improve security protocols, emergency response procedures, and operational efficiency.
Santa Teresa High School
Program Director - Head Boys Basketball Coach
San Jose, California
07.2016 - 08.2022
- Directed full athletic program operations, serving as Head Coach and Program Director for 6 years.
- Managed program structure including athlete development, coaching staff coordination, scheduling, and competitive strategy.
- Built a structured development system emphasizing leadership, accountability, and performance culture.
- Partnered with school administration and athletic leadership to ensure program compliance, safety, and operational success.
Alliance Bay Realty
Real Estate Realtor
Santa Clara, California
02.2002 - Current
- Managed full-cycle residential real estate transactions including listing, negotiation, contract management, and closing operations.
- Coordinated with escrow, lenders, inspectors, and contractors to ensure transaction compliance and operational efficiency.
- Built strong client relationships and referral-based business across the Bay Area.
City of San Jose
Activity Specialist II
San Jose, California
06.1994 - 06.2002
- Planned and implemented community events, educational field trips, and recreational activities to enhance participant engagement and independence.
- Delivered structured recreational and life-skills programs for adults with disabilities, promoting safety, inclusion, and personal development.
- Ensured participant safety through daily supervision, risk management, and program operations.
- Collaborated with families, caregivers, and community organizations to support individualized program goals and successful outcomes.
Education
High School Diploma -
San Jose High School
San Jose, CA06-1991
Associate of Arts - Business Management
San Jose City College
San Jose, CA06-1995
Some College (No Degree) - Business Operations, Construction Management
California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo, CASkills
- EHS Management
- Global safety program oversight
- Incident investigation
- Emergency management direction
- Business continuity planning
- Operations management
- Regional EHS leadership
- Corporate security and resilience
- Program & Project Management
- Team Leadership, Coaching & Mentoring
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Spanish
Advanced (C1)
C1
Certification
- Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
- Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- First Aid
- Department of Real Estate (DRE) License #01818453
Timeline
Menlo School
Head JV Girls Basketball Coach
08.2022 - Current
Santa Teresa High School
Program Director - Head Boys Basketball Coach
07.2016 - 08.2022
Google Inc.
Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)
03.2015 - Current
Meta (Facebook)
Security Operations Supervisor
10.2011 - 03.2015
Alliance Bay Realty
Real Estate Realtor
02.2002 - Current
City of San Jose
Activity Specialist II
06.1994 - 06.2002
High School Diploma -
San Jose High School
Associate of Arts - Business Management
San Jose City College
Some College (No Degree) - Business Operations, Construction Management
California Polytechnic State University