Proactive Manager with 18 years of experience. Adept at planning long-term goals and day-to-day streamlining for organization. Successful at personal and worker safety with an exceptional eye for detail and commitment to efficiency.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Illinois Terminal Supervisor
Champaign Urbana Mass Transit Ditrict
03.2006 - 02.2023
Directed and monitored tracking, routing and dispatching transportation vehicles.
Fielded customer complaints and comments and rectified issues.
Hired, trained and educated new employees to improve company performance and efficiency.
Promoted safety programs throughout terminal by conducting meetings and communicating safety program messages.
Performed human resource-related tasks by interviewing and hiring employees, performing payroll functions and evaluating all employees annually.
Monitored employee performance and productivity.
Maintained flexibility to work variety of shifts and days of week consistent with facility service demands.
Collaborated with Illinois Terminal employees and tenants to create, modify and implement goals, procedures and policies.
Coordinated and monitored all departments on a daily basis and repair of company equipment and building structure to provide timely servicing.
Directed and initiated investigations to resolve employee and customer complaints.
Maintained composure and order when handling customer and employee injuries, incidents and accidents.
Developed emergency protocols for Illinois Terminal and safety guidelines.
Handled customer complaints and revised process to improve service in Maintenance, Security, and Customer Service Department.
Collaborated with 30-member team to create, modify and implement goals, procedures and policies
Locksmith Technician
Lock Smith
05.2004 - 03.2006
Used devices to open door locks without keys.
Repaired panic hardware and alarm detection connections on doors.
Used key cutting machines to duplicate or cut new keys.
Installed new door hardware such as locks, plates and closers
Informed customers of setbacks or possible issues with repairs, quickly diagnosing problems to give accurate information.
Communicated with customer about specific security needs, adapting plans to meet needs and budget constraints.
Drilled into locked safes to open for legal owners who lost keys or inherited systems.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environment.
Fabrication Welder
Eagle Wings Industries Inc.
09.2002 - 12.2004
Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
Performed preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition.
Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Lost Prevention Manager
K's Merchandise
08.2000 - 07.2002
Completed incident reports and activity logs for accurate, current records.
Conducted daily store walk-throughs to identify potential security risks.
Investigated and documented thefts and suspicious activity to improve issue prevention.
Patrolled store premises to detect and prevent shoplifting and security breaches.
Responded quickly to emergency alarms and calls for assistance for improved issue prevention.
Trained personnel on security best practices, protocols and procedures.
Observed video surveillance systems for prompt emergency response.
Calmly and efficiently addressed emergency situations such as safety hazards and threats to life or property, deescalating when possible, and directing shoppers to safety.
Attentively monitored store and surrounding areas for signs of attempted theft by customers or personnel, intervening when necessary.
Liaised with law enforcement and security personnel in issue investigation.
Supported audits, shortage control initiatives, apprehensions, and disposition by preparing and reviewing associated paperwork.
Worked with auditors to conduct investigations into suspected theft or fraud by internal personnel.
Collaborated with law enforcement to detain and prosecute theft perpetrators, appearing in court hearings to provide honest and full eyewitness testimony of events.
Interviewed suspects, customers and witnesses to obtain helpful information and statements.
Generated comprehensive reports documenting evidence of attempted theft and recovered merchandise.
Trained all new executives and asset protection personnel.
Evaluated exhibited behavior and age of suspected perpetrators to calculate appropriate response to suspected theft attempts, erring on side of caution to mitigate liability risk.
Monitored paperwork procedures to prevent error-related losses.
Trained loss prevention staff, retail managers and store employees on loss control and prevention measures.
Monitored store surveillance cameras to detect suspicious behavior.
Supervised surveillance, detection and criminal processing related to theft and criminal cases.
Created and maintained records of security incidents and investigations.
Performed thorough cash audits and deposit investigations.
Collaborated with law enforcement to report crime and suspicious activity.
Reviewed and updated store security policies and procedures.
Worked closely with law enforcement in investigating and solving theft and fraud cases.
Installed and maintained covert security equipment.
Youth Counselor
YSI Youth Service In Transition
07.1997 - 04.2001
Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to youth.
Coordinated youth programs and activities to enhance life quality and self-esteem.
Helped youth develop and achieve personal goals with close support.
Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change.
Demonstrated positive influence to children by acting appropriately, being respectful to others and actively listening.
Supervised individuals in small group atmosphere to cultivate safety, independence, and structure.
Assisted youth in developing problem-solving and communication skills to support stress management.
Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits, and coping mechanisms.
Encouraged children to talk issues out with each other and without anger, which eased tense situations.
Maintained accurate documentation of youth progress in line with reporting requirements.
Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
Assistant Manager
Wings Theatre
02.1991 - 06.1993
Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
Increased employee performance and job satisfaction to strengthen retention and engagement.
Made hiring recommendations to increase company's productivity and profitability with quality workers.
Monitored security to protect employees, customers and property.
Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Parkland College
Champaign, IL
06.2000
Certification Or Completion of 20-hours B-Training - Safety Prevention
Hurst School of Security
Kankakee, IL
03.1996
High School Diploma -
Rantoul High School
Rantoul, IL
07.1992
Skills
Maintaining Clean Work Areas
Budget Preparation and Management
Policy Enforcement
Enterprise Resource Planning Software
Safety Regulations Implementation
Job Assignments
Operational Standards
Customer Satisfaction
Accounting Software's
Daily Operations Management
Safety
Oversee Department
Coordinating Repairs
Routine Inspections
Service Improvement Analysis
Teamwork Skills
Managing Assets
Improvement Plans
Business Workflows
Safety Standards
Word Processing
Delegation
Resolve Customer Issues
Compliance Requirements
DOT Requirements
Loss Prevention Strategies
Company Policy Compliance
Accomplishments
Used Microsoft Excel to develop training over site and incidents tracking spreadsheets.
Supervised team of 30 staff members.
Documented and resolved work related which led to disciplinary action.
Certification
Mental Health First AID USA, National Council For Behavioral Health - July 28th, 2015
Basic Tactical Communication & Control Tactic , U of I at Urbana-Champaign Police Training Institute - August 6, 2015
OSHA, Occupation Safety and Health Administration - 30-hr General Industry Safety and Health- December 8, 2022
Universal Waste Management, C/U MTD/Adam Shanks - June 2018
Food Safety Manager, National Registry of Food Safety Professionals - January 22, 2021
Timeline
Illinois Terminal Supervisor
Champaign Urbana Mass Transit Ditrict
03.2006 - 02.2023
Locksmith Technician
Lock Smith
05.2004 - 03.2006
Fabrication Welder
Eagle Wings Industries Inc.
09.2002 - 12.2004
Lost Prevention Manager
K's Merchandise
08.2000 - 07.2002
Youth Counselor
YSI Youth Service In Transition
07.1997 - 04.2001
Assistant Manager
Wings Theatre
02.1991 - 06.1993
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Parkland College
Certification Or Completion of 20-hours B-Training - Safety Prevention
Intern at Architectural Preservation, University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignIntern at Architectural Preservation, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign