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Mark Labbé

Burns,United States

Summary

Resourceful Deputy Chief dedicated to maintaining order and public safety. Expertise in developing and administering department budget, evaluating and motivating personnel and establishing goals and objectives for department. Vigilant and candid professional with 25+ years of experience providing protection, security and safety to citizens all over the globe.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Chief - Campus Security

Belmont University
01.2015 - Current
  • Managed and oversaw the security operations of a large campus including the development and implementation of short and long-term safety and security plans
  • Developed and implemented campus safety and security procedures and policies
  • Supervised and trained a team of campus security personnel to ensure the highest level of safety and security
  • Developed and maintained emergency preparedness plans and procedures for the campus.
  • Served as a mentor to junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices for professional growth and development.

Infantryman

United States Army
06.1998 - 02.2020
  • Served in growing levels of leadership over the course of 22 years as an infantryman in both the active-duty Army and the Louisiana National Guard
  • Direct advisor to senior management on morale, welfare, legal, and discipline matters related to 144 soldiers.
  • Led squad in combat operations during deployment to Mosul Iraq in 2004-2005
  • Selected to lead 15-person Personal Security Detachment at United States Embassy, Baghdad in 2010
  • Promoted seven times throughout 22 years of service, retired at the rank of First Sergeant
  • Held Department of Defense (DOD) and State Department Top Secret Clearance

Security Director

Gordon Jewish Community Center
08.2011 - 12.2014
  • Extensive knowledge of applicable laws, regulations and best practices related to security and safety
  • Led private security team responsible for large campus that included a recreation center, preschool, and grade school
  • Created a training program for staff members relating to active shooter and other emergency preparedness
  • Collaborated with local Jewish religious leaders on security for events and high holidays.
  • Conducted regular security audits and assessments to identify potential security risks and vulnerabilities.

Police Officer / Sheriff Deputy

Lafayette Police Department / Iberia Parish Sheriffs Department
01.2006 - 07.2009
  • Served as a Police Officer/Sheriff Deputy for the City of Lafayette from September 2007 to July 2009 and the city of New Iberia from January 2006 to September 2007
  • Utilized problem solving and conflict resolution skills to deescalate situations
  • Monitored and patrolled assigned areas in order to detect and deter criminal activity
  • Responded to emergency calls and provided crisis intervention
  • Maintained extensive knowledge of state and local laws, regulations, and ordinances

Education

School of Police Staff & Command -

Northwestern University
06.2021

M.S. Justice Studies -

Southern New Hampshire University
05.2018

B.S. Political Science -

Belmont University, Nashville, TN
05.2015

Skills

  • Relationship Building
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Staff Development
  • Administration and Operations
  • Root Cause Analysis

Affiliations

  • International Association of Chiefs of Police (Member)
  • Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police (Member)
  • ALERRT Level 1 (Instructor) - Active Shooter Response Train the Trainer
  • ERASE (Instructor) - Active Shooter Response Train the Trainer

Timeline

Deputy Chief - Campus Security

Belmont University
01.2015 - Current

Security Director

Gordon Jewish Community Center
08.2011 - 12.2014

Police Officer / Sheriff Deputy

Lafayette Police Department / Iberia Parish Sheriffs Department
01.2006 - 07.2009

Infantryman

United States Army
06.1998 - 02.2020

School of Police Staff & Command -

Northwestern University

M.S. Justice Studies -

Southern New Hampshire University

B.S. Political Science -

Belmont University, Nashville, TN

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