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Markel English

Santa Ana,CA

Summary

Safety, Security, and Asset Protection leader with 10+ years of experience leading workplace safety initiatives, compliance programs, operational risk reduction, investigations, and team development within high-volume retail environments. Proven track record of conducting safety audits, identifying hazards, implementing corrective actions, and strengthening organizational compliance through training and accountability. Experienced in hazardous waste oversight, emergency preparedness, incident investigations, operational audits, and cross-functional collaboration. Dedicated to fostering a culture of safety while reducing organizational risk and improving operational performance.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Asset Protection & Safety Manager

JCPenney's
06.2022 - Current

• Directed workplace safety, compliance, and risk management initiatives in a high-volume retail environment.

• Oversaw hazardous waste handling, storage, and disposal activities to maintain compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

• Conducted safety audits, hazard assessments, and operational reviews to identify risks and implement corrective actions.

• Developed and delivered safety training programs that improved workplace awareness, accountability, and policy compliance.

• Collaborated with leadership teams to strengthen emergency preparedness, incident response, and safety protocols.

• Investigated workplace incidents, policy violations, and operational concerns to identify root causes and prevent recurrence.

• Implemented enhanced inventory audit procedures that identified supply-chain discrepancies and improved inventory accuracy.

• Reduced operational losses by approximately $425,000 through investigations, audits, process improvements, and risk mitigation strategies.

• Utilized reporting systems, surveillance tools, and operational data to identify trends and improve organizational performance.

• Trained supervisors and associates on safety standards, compliance expectations, and risk reduction best practices.

MATH/ STEM Tutor

Fullerton College
03.2021 - Current
  • Collaborated with students, teachers and parents to determine student needs and develop tutoring plans.
  • Built and maintained rapport with students through active listening and clear communication.
  • Planned and facilitated tutoring sessions centered on student needs and course concepts.
  • Worked with students to increase knowledge retention and improve study skills.
  • Documented session schedules, material covered and hours worked for reporting and tracking purposes.
  • Led individual and group education sessions in technology use and STEM-focused activities.
  • Submitted timesheets, lesson plans and reports in alignment with established standards.
  • Supported skills development by assessing learning styles and providing diversified instructional techniques.
  • Used online learning platforms to develop lessons, post assignments and communicate with students.
  • Maintained consistent communication with supervisory staff and contributed to organizational goals.
  • Complied with regulatory standards at school, state and federal levels.
  • Drafted and delivered progress reports to commend improvement and address further needs.
  • Facilitated engaging tutoring sessions that promoted critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Loss Prevention Asst. Manager

Neiman Marcus
01.2020 - 06.2022
  • Managed storewide security and loss prevention operations in luxury retail environment.
  • Led training initiatives on theft prevention compliance and investigative awareness.
  • Conducted audits of operational procedures and safety compliance standards.
  • Monitored surveillance systems and access control to identify security risks.
  • Developed investigative documentation and incident reports for leadership review.
  • Collaborated with management teams to implement shrink reduction initiatives.
  • Produced weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports on loss prevention performance metrics.

Loss Prevention Manager

Fry's Electronics
06.2016 - 12.2019
  • Managed daily loss prevention operations, including investigations, surveillance monitoring, and incident response.
  • Trained and mentored loss prevention personnel and operational staff on security procedures and shrink reduction strategies.
  • Implemented operational improvements that strengthened theft prevention and reduced loss exposure.
  • Conducted safety and compliance audits across multiple operational areas.
  • Monitored inventory control systems and investigated discrepancies impacting operational performance.
  • Responded to emergency incidents and safety concerns while maintaining compliance with organizational procedures
  • Developed loss prevention strategies to minimize theft and reduce shrinkage.
  • Trained and mentored staff on effective surveillance techniques and incident reporting.
  • Managed team performance through regular feedback, coaching, and recognition initiatives.

Loss Prevention Detective

Fry's Electronics
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Documented evidence of attempted theft and recovered merchandise for use in loss prevention report generation
  • Calculated response to detected theft attempts on basis of age and behavior of suspected perpetrator, erring on side of caution to insulate company from liability
  • Responded calmly and effectively to emergency conditions, including safety hazards and threats to life or property
  • Monitored and supervised customer's activities in store to detect signs of attempted theft.

Education

Associate of Science - Physics

Fullerton College
Fullerton, CA
04-2025

High School Diploma - undefined

South Cobb High School
05-2014

Skills

  • Implementing policies
  • Safety program development
  • Workplace Safety & Compliance
  • Hazard Identification
  • Risk Assessment
  • Incident Investigation
  • Hazardous Waste Oversight
  • Emergency Response Coordination
  • Audit & Compliance Oversight
  • Incident Reporting & Documentation
  • Operational Risk Mitigation
  • Cross-Functional Leadership

Certification

  • Wicklander-Zulawski Interview & Interrogation Certification
  • CPR/AED Certified
  • FEMA ICS-100: Introduction to Incident Command System
  • FEMA ICS-200: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response
  • FEMA IS-700: National Incident Management System (NIMS)
  • FEMA IS-5.A: Introduction to Hazardous Materials

LANGUAGE

Fluent in English and German

Timeline

Asset Protection & Safety Manager

JCPenney's
06.2022 - Current

MATH/ STEM Tutor

Fullerton College
03.2021 - Current

Loss Prevention Asst. Manager

Neiman Marcus
01.2020 - 06.2022

Loss Prevention Manager

Fry's Electronics
06.2016 - 12.2019

Loss Prevention Detective

Fry's Electronics
01.2013 - 01.2016

High School Diploma - undefined

South Cobb High School

Associate of Science - Physics

Fullerton College
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