Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Public Safety & Community Engagement Officer
Kansas City Kansas Police
09.2024 - Current
Led cross-departmental partnerships between law enforcement, student affairs, and counseling services to deliver trauma-informed safety interventions, and wellness programs.
Served as a liaison between public safety and campus leadership, aligning departmental operations with inclusivity, transparency, and crisis-prevention goals.
Conducted workshops and training sessions for community members on safety awareness and crime reporting procedures.
Established performance metrics to track the success of community engagement efforts over time.
Security Analyst & Community Liaison
GEOGROUP
02.2023 - 03.2024
Spearheaded rehabilitative engagement programs that integrated behavioral psychology and restorative justice principles, improving inmate compliance, and reducing behavioral infractions.
Coordinated daily operations for a 500-plus resident facility, applying crisis management and de-escalation strategies to maintain safety, order, and a supportive environment for both staff and residents.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams—including medical, mental health, and educational staff—to plan and execute initiatives that enhanced resident safety, personal development, and successful reintegration outcomes.
Conducted risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities in security protocols.
Security Analyst & Community Liaison
GardaWorld
03.2022 - 01.2023
Worked with for-profit and non-profits to support safety engagement plans that combined technology, community input, and best-practice strategies.
Developed and implemented incident response plans for security breaches.
Participated in stakeholder briefings and preparedness exercises, supporting organizational readiness and community confidence during emergencies.
Analyzed data from security incidents to improve future prevention strategies.
Community Engagement & Partnership Coordinator
Education For Afrika
11.2017 - 05.2022
Directed multi-regional community integration initiatives supporting over 30 refugee families, improving access to housing, legal aid, and social services.
Served as a key point of contact for community engagement efforts, fostering relationships with nonprofit organizations, local agencies, and internal teams to promote transparency, trust, and continuous improvement in safety practices.
Cultivated partnerships with Congolese community leaders, advocacy groups, and international organizations to advance resource equity and human rights awareness.
Developed and executed outreach strategies that expanded program reach by 60%, empowering underserved populations through capacity-building workshops and leadership training.
Coordinated cross-border advocacy campaigns aligning with U.N. sustainable development goals, enhancing organizational credibility and donor engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - BASc Criminology, Minor Psychology
Washburn University
Topeka, KS
Skills
Skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Program Development, Community-Centered Design, DEI-Centered Engagement, Crisis & Risk Management
Interests: Community Engagement & Public Safety Strategy, CRM & Engagement Platform Strategy (HubSpot, Salesforce, etc) Public Trust Building & Institutional Reputation Management
Accomplishments
Led multi-agency engagement strategy improving public safety metrics by 23%. Directed cross-sector partnerships advancing refugee integration in America & Congo.
Global Humanitarian Impact: Directed refugee integration programs supporting 15+ families in the U.S., aligning local outreach with international human rights principles and scaling program reach by 60%.
Certification
Skills: First Aid / CPR / AED Certified | Defensive Tactics & Use of Force | Crisis Intervention & De-escalation Incident Command System (ICS) | Emergency Vehicle Operation | OC Spray Certification | DUI Detection & Standardized Sobriety Testing
Timeline
Public Safety & Community Engagement Officer
Kansas City Kansas Police
09.2024 - Current
Security Analyst & Community Liaison
GEOGROUP
02.2023 - 03.2024
Security Analyst & Community Liaison
GardaWorld
03.2022 - 01.2023
Community Engagement & Partnership Coordinator
Education For Afrika
11.2017 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Applied Science - BASc Criminology, Minor Psychology