Matthew Laird
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Driven Director with experience planning and coordinating all aspects of productions. Proficient in selecting scripts, coordinating writing and supporting directing and editing. Multifaceted leader with talent orchestrating coordination of all records, plans and personnel to accomplish fast-paced work.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Recovery
Espinoza Bail Bonds
Sacramento
07.2020 - Current
- Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with corporate standards.
- Identified opportunities for process optimization through data analysis.
- Assessed employee performance against established benchmarks or targets.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, policies and procedures.
- Facilitated collaboration between teams by encouraging open communication channels.
- Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements for projects.
- Implemented systems for tracking progress on key initiatives or projects.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to ensure organizational goals were met.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the company.
- Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress on strategic initiatives.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics.
Yard Manager
Smith and Son Tire Company
Bakersfield
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Implemented effective strategies to reduce theft incidents within the facility by increasing security measures.
- Organized regular meetings with employees to discuss new policies and procedures related to yard operations.
- Conducted periodic inspections of the premises to identify any issues or deficiencies in safety standards or operational efficiency.
- Tracked shipments throughout their journey by communicating with customers, carriers, warehouse teams and other stakeholders involved in the process.
- Inspected incoming loads for damage before unloading them from trucks into storage areas.
- Ensured that all vehicles were properly inspected prior to entering or leaving the yard.
- Maintained accurate records of all shipments received at the yard, including delivery dates, quantities, weights.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers and vendors.
- Oversaw the loading and unloading process of goods from containers into trucks using forklifts or pallet jacks.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials needed for projects.
- Developed and implemented yard management protocols to ensure efficient use of resources.
- Scheduled maintenance checks for trucks and other heavy equipment in the yard.
- Supervised yard staff, maintained records, and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
Team Leader
Fugitive Recovery Investigations
Riverside
04.2016 - 06.2019
- Provided coaching and feedback on employee performance, encouraging professional development.
- Held weekly staff meetings to review project updates, discuss issues, and brainstorm solutions.
- Supervised a group of field investigators.
- Assisted Human Resources in day-to-day activities.
- Assigned and oversaw the distribution of new cases.
Detention Deputy
Kern County Sheriff's Office
Bakersfield
04.2005 - 04.2016
- Conducted investigations into inmate incidents, ensuring accurate documentation on incident reports.
- Attended regular training sessions related to current laws governing incarceration as well as best practices for dealing with difficult detainees.
- Responded promptly and appropriately to any emergencies occurring within the jail environment.
- Filed paperwork associated with all aspects of daily operations in the detention center.
- Assisted the investigations bureau with high-profile investigations.
- Lead instructor in various subjects including report writing and narcotics use.
Education
High School Diploma -
Garces Memorial High School
Bakersfield, CA05-2001
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CASkills
- Business Planning
- Staff Management
- Project Coordination
- Operations Management
- Staff Development
- Project Management
- Budget Control
- Report Preparation
- Interrogation expert
- Fugitive location and apprehension
- GPS tracking services
- Undercover Investigations
- Evidence collection and preservation
- Interrogation skills
- Report Generation
- Background Checks
- Interview techniques
- Performance Management
- Policy Implementation
- Financial Management
Affiliations
- Part time football coach for one of Kern County's elite youth football program.
- Founder and director of a new start-up Charter School for student athletes.
Accomplishments
- 2011 Officer of the year award recipient
Timeline
Director of Recovery
Espinoza Bail Bonds
07.2020 - Current
Yard Manager
Smith and Son Tire Company
06.2019 - 02.2020
Team Leader
Fugitive Recovery Investigations
04.2016 - 06.2019
Detention Deputy
Kern County Sheriff's Office
04.2005 - 04.2016
High School Diploma -
Garces Memorial High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Bakersfield College