Matthew Combs
Layton,UT
Summary
Proud Veteran of the United States Coast Guard Honorably discharged in February 1999. Dedicated Police Officer with over twenty years of service skilled at dealing with general public and monitoring high-stress situations. Expert at handling issues related to emotionally disturbed persons, domestic violence and child abuse victims. Ambitious and hardworking with record of rapid promotion. Accomplished Security Manager with 7 years of experience. Committed to strategic planning and delivery of large-scale objectives while maintaining highest levels of integrity and respect. Applies advanced technical, business and logistics acumen to streamline processes. Adept at driving cross-functional teams within high-pressure and deadline-driven environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Law Enforcement Officer
City Of North Salt Lake
North Salt Lake, UT
08.2021 - Current
- Initiated collaboration between community members and police department to strengthen communication and trust.
- Completed paperwork and processing duties for arrestees.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Provided for public safety by maintaining order, protecting people and property and promoting good community relations.
- Responded promptly to calls for protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances and general public service calls.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Established and maintained effective working relationships with city staff leaders, outside organizations and general public to provide optimal service and protection.
- Interviewed criminal targets and witnesses to uncover facts for verification and authentication.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
- Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding employee performance and training needs.
Security Consultant
Self Employed Specialists
Layton, UT
01.2016 - Current
- Promoted adherence to safety protocols by ensuring proper implementation of security plans
- Mitigated operations risks through proactive coordination of crisis response and emergency management strategies.
- Controlled access to event areas by supervising staff at ingress and egress points of event areas
- Planned and implemented disaster management strategies such as evacuation plans and shelter management.
- Delivered meticulous project management to effectively resolve complex challenges.
- Promoted safety and security by providing consistent armed security for diverse events.
- Assessed security compliance, security program organization, policies and procedures, general risks and vulnerabilities.
- Provided fire and rescue first response to security clients.
- Studied organization's security policies and made appropriate changes to improve protection.
- Reduced security risks by providing efficient emergency response management.
- Oversaw and validated grounds access to mitigate risk of theft.
- Drafted daily reports regarding equipment and property damage, incidents and audits.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Performed guard duties by making judgment decisions within proper policy and procedures.
- Consulted with team members to assess flawed root causes and plan for remediation.
- Performed cash drops while maintaining security and control of drop box.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Worked with local, state and government agencies regarding company security matters.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Scanned incoming and outgoing personnel and packages using hand-held wands, magnetometers , Opengate, and Evolv Express to protect building, assets and individuals.
- Managed large crowd movements to ensure safety, and efficient flow of ingress and egress of venues.
- Executive protection and escort of high profile clients in and around venues.
- Proactively engaged attendees for positive experience.
Police Corporal
City Of Bountiful
Bountiful , UT
02.2007 - 07.2021
- Planned, scheduled and supervised work of 16 subordinates.
- Developed, implemented and controlled emergency response training, drills and overall plans.
- Liaised with local, state and federal regulatory agencies to streamline investigation completion.
- Inspected and assessed weapons and vehicles on monthly basis to detect maintenance needs.
- Mitigated risks by accurately analyzing and evaluating criminal complaints, citations and search warrants while processing crime scenes.
- Increased field contacts, vehicle stops, criminal arrests and traffic citation volumes by effectively leading Bountiful Police Department and establishing operational goals.
- Implemented training programs for new recruits.
- Investigated stolen property cases and searched residents and property.
- Eliminated process discrepancies by accurately investigating felony-level property and violent crimes.
- Completed background investigations and arrests for violations of various laws.
- Developed curriculum, scheduled training, conducted assessments and implemented initiatives in leadership role.
- Completed investigations successfully by handling subject, target and witness interviews to verify and corroborate facts.
- Collaborated with police officers at crime scenes and during investigations and documented actions, findings and evidence.
- Supervised crime prevention activities.
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Notified emergency personnel of incidents requiring medical assistance and aid.
- Educated staff members on proper field procedures to boost public trust in officers and efficiency.
- Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
- Established and enforced employee performance policies.
- Accompanied officer's during shifts to evaluate performance and resolve incorrect behaviors.
Police Officer
City Of Ogden
Ogden, UT
09.2007 - 11.2007
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
Education
Master of Science - Strategic Leadership
Mountain State University
Beckley, WV12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Administration of Criminal Justice
Mountain State University
Beckley, WV08.2005
Skills
- Maintaining Order
- Active Listening
- Emergency Situations
- Protecting People and Property
- Risk Reduction
- Security Activity Coordination
- Contingency Planning
- Staff Leadership
- Incident Mitigation
- Special Event Security
- Threat and Vulnerability Analysis
- Emergency Response and Management
Additional Information
I am a experienced high profile event security consultant planing, managing, and implementing clients plans. While communicating with the client and modifying plans as demanding clients and events change mid event. I have been a team lead and security consultant for many events to include several Dreamforce and Google Next events, Salesforce World Tour, Sundance Film Festival to name a few. A full list is available upon request.
Timeline
Law Enforcement Officer
City Of North Salt Lake
08.2021 - Current
Security Consultant
Self Employed Specialists
01.2016 - Current
Police Officer
City Of Ogden
09.2007 - 11.2007
Police Corporal
City Of Bountiful
02.2007 - 07.2021
Master of Science - Strategic Leadership
Mountain State University
Bachelor of Science - Administration of Criminal Justice
Mountain State University
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