Paul Arteche
Desert Haven,USA
Summary
Training facilitator with proven expertise in curriculum development and compliance at Capitol Bridge. Achieved significant improvements in operational efficiency and employee performance through innovative training methodologies. Skilled in conflict resolution and dedicated to creating engaging training programs that empower individuals. Track record of delivering impactful results in diverse environments, enhancing organizational effectiveness.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Training Facilitator / FED CE CCO/SCA GSA
Capitol Bridge
El Paso, TX
07.2025 - Current
- Secure and set up training classrooms and plan virtual training events.
- Prepare training resources and agendas.
- Deliver training to all levels of staff, ensuring compliance with company policies and laws IAW HHS.
- Conduct activities and exercises based on training curriculum needs.
- Distribute and analyze training feedback surveys.
- Monitor post-training performance and provide coaching/mentoring.
- Communicate with management regarding attendance, behavior, and other issues.
- Assist other departments during high-activity periods.
Fire Chief
Desert Haven Fire Department (Volunteer)
07.2022 - 12.2024
- Supervised fire department activities, enhancing overall operational effectiveness.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts during wildfires and natural disasters.
- Developed operational plans for effective fire station management and resource allocation.
- Oversaw maintenance of firefighting equipment to ensure readiness and safety standards.
- Collaborated with local agencies to enhance emergency response strategies and protocols.
- Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
- Conducted regular inspections of all fire stations to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Conducted search and rescue operations, quickly analyzed medical emergencies and administered first aid to injured persons.
- Established collaborative teams of first responders equipped to tackle various fire and emergency situations.
- Developed and administered department budget including capital projects.
- Collaborated with other community stakeholders on initiatives related to public safety information sharing systems.
- Created and executed training programs alongside operational guidelines for staff improvement.
- Formulated annual budgets and long-term plans to align with departmental goals.
- Cultivated strong relationships with local government and adjacent fire departments.
Deployed Services
SME Security
02.2023 - 11.2024
- Curriculum Development: Design and develop training programs and materials related to security protocols, procedures, and best practices.
- Instruction: Deliver training sessions to security personnel, ensuring they understand and can apply security measures effectively.
- Assessment: Evaluate the performance of trainees through tests, practical exercises, and other assessment tools to ensure they meet required standards.
- Continuous Improvement: Update training materials and methods based on the latest security trends, technologies, and regulatory changes.
- Compliance: Ensure that all training programs comply with relevant laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
- Consultation: Provide expert advice on security matters to other departments or organizations.
- Documentation: Maintain detailed records of training sessions, participant progress, and certification statuses.
- Mentorship: Offer guidance and support to less experienced security personnel, helping them to develop their skills and knowledge.
- Incident Analysis: Review and analyze security incidents to identify training needs and improve future training programs.
- Liaison: Act as a point of contact between the training department and other organizational units or external agencies.
Site Supervisor, EPIA
Allied Universal Security
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Managed daily operations at an international airport site.
- Supervised a staff of contractual guards across three shifts.
- Acted as a liaison between local law enforcement and management/security personnel.
- Trained staff on company policies and reviewed accidents for corrective action.
Assistant Fire Chief, Safety / Training Officer
Desert Haven Fire Department (Volunteer)
04.2021 - 07.2022
- Oversaw major fire department divisions and assisted with budget management.
- Developed department goals and objectives.
- Coordinated emergency scene activities and ensured readiness of fire apparatus and equipment.
Arizona State Resident Manager
Arrow Security, dba. Aron Security
Yuma, AZ
09.2012 - 08.2021
- Managed daily operations of the branch office.
- Developed new business and maintained customer relations.
- Trained staff on company policies and conducted security audits.
Field Supervisor / Armed Guard Instructor
American Guard Services
08.2020 - 09.2020
- Supervising staff of AZ contractual guards in all security-related activities for three shifts weekly.
- Conducting entry and exit interviews for incoming and outgoing guards.
- Performing fact-finding investigations for thefts, accidents, and any other unusual reported or observed occurrences.
- Acting as a company liaison between local law enforcement agencies and appropriate management/security personnel in the absence of the Group Supervisor and/or Manager.
- Training staff on company policies applicable to all security personnel.
- Reviewing all accidents and evaluating the effectiveness of corrective action.
- Preparing and maintaining security audits and operational manuals for all sites.
Youth Correctional Officer
Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections
03.2020 - 07.2020
- Established and maintain a professional rapport with youth inmates.
- Defused disruptive behavior by verbal interventions, appropriate verbal orders and/or appropriate use of physical force.
- Ensure facility policies and procedures are IAW State and Federal directives.
- Ensured that inmates rights were not being violated by staff, ensure all required state issued items are issued to inmates.
- Conducted investigations of inmate’s rights violations and presented written reports of finding and recommendations.
Safety & Security Manager
Education Management Corp. Phoenix Job Corps
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Directed departmental functions and coordinated search and seizure initiatives.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for student activities and staff operations.
- Coordinated emergency response drills to prepare staff and students for potential threats.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities in safety practices and policies.
- Trained staff on safety regulations and emergency procedures to promote compliance.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement to enhance community safety initiatives.
- Reviewed incident reports to identify trends and recommend preventive measures.
- Facilitated workshops on personal safety awareness for students and staff engagement.
- Inspected fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, sprinkler systems, and alarm systems for functionality.
- Created emergency response plans in case of fire, medical emergencies, or other disasters.
- Provided safety and security guidance to staff and visitors.
- Reviewed incident reports regularly to identify trends in accident occurrences.
- Coordinated with local law enforcement agencies on security-related issues.
- Conducted investigations into safety incidents and reported findings to management.
- Monitored the facility for any suspicious activity or potential hazards.
- Managed a team of security personnel in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Ensured student and staff civil rights protection while complying with legal guidelines.
- Facilitated effective public communication to enhance community relationships.
- Monitored adherence to health and safety standards within the department.
- Trained center staff on all aspects of safety and security measures.
- Supervised department activities, guaranteeing compliance with applicable regulations.
Career Technical Training Instructor / Homeland Security
Education Management Corp. Phoenix Job Corps
05.2017 - 02.2019
- Instruction and Classroom Management: Providing instruction and managing the classroom in specified career technical training areas.
- Curriculum Development: Developing curriculum for the training programs.
- Administering and Scoring Tests: Administering and scoring vocational competency tests.
- Monitoring and Evaluating Student Progress: Monitoring and evaluating student progress, updating PCDP (Personal Career Development Plan) and Student Case Notes with performance information.
- Documentation: Maintaining efficient and timely TAR (Training Achievement Record) documentation.
- Industry Connections: Making industry connections to promote service learning, cooperative education, and work-based learning opportunities for students.
- Professional Development: Participating in professional development activities.
Security Specialist Sr. / Joint Strike Fighter (JSF)
Lockheed Martin, GTL, MCAS Yuma AZ
03.2012 - 09.2012
- Developed & administers security programs and procedures for classified or proprietary material.
- Implements federal security regulations that apply to company operations.
- Prepared manuals outlining regulations, and established procedures for handling, storing, and keeping records, and for granting personnel and visitors access to restricted records and materials.
- Conducted security education classes.
Facility Security Officer / Training Specialist
Northrop Grumman TS, MCAS Yuma AZ
09.2009 - 02.2012
- Technical advisor to the Contract Site Manager on all security matters.
- Responsible for protecting classified information to ensure contractual obligation, IAW DOD Directive 5220.22-M, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).
- Ensures COMSEC equipment is managed IAW EKMS-1.
- Conduct IA security briefings and process system access requests.
- Maintain liaison with facilities, logistics, operations, corporate offices.
- Ensure compliance with the National Industry Security Program (NISP).
- Support all customer contractual security requirements.
- Conduct collateral and SAP activities within the facility.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive security Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
Physical Security Manager
New Mexico Tech University / EMRTC, Socorro NM
Socorro, NM
12.2004 - 08.2009
- Implemented extensive security plans to protect personnel, assets, and information.
- Supervised a skilled team of security personnel, enhancing their operational effectiveness.
- Performed frequent assessments to detect vulnerabilities and improve security protocols.
- Developed emergency response strategies in collaboration with key stakeholders.
- Maintained access control systems and surveillance technologies for peak efficiency.
- Ensured adherence to security standards through collaboration with internal departments.
- Investigated incidents, documented outcomes, and initiated remedial actions.
- Fostered partnerships with law enforcement to bolster security capabilities.
- Managed physical security operations across university facilities and research environments.
- Coordinated emergency response plans with local law enforcement agencies.
- Conducted regular security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and risks.
- Oversaw access control systems for sensitive areas on campus.
- Collaborated with university departments to enhance overall security measures.
- Delivered subject matter expertise on physical security strategy, performed site inspections, identified and resolved areas of risk and exposure and implemented physical security programs.
- Conducted complex and confidential investigations, maintained security records, files and data and evaluated and recommended best physical security systems, software and equipment.
- Coordinated with vendors for the purchase of security-related equipment and supplies.
- Evaluated effectiveness of existing physical security measures and made recommendations for improvement.
- Conducted physical security assessments of facilities to identify potential vulnerabilities.
- Investigated reports of unauthorized entry into secured areas or buildings.
- Assessed risk levels at individual sites and determined appropriate levels of protection needed.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations regarding physical security measures.
Correctional Officer
New Mexico Department of Corrections
Las Cruces, NM
09.2003 - 12.2004
Regional Account Manager
Secure Net Inc
Tulsa, OK
01.2002 - 01.2003
Branch Manager
Pinkerton Security Inc.
Tulsa, OK
01.2000 - 01.2002
Branch Manager
APG Security Inc
01.1998 - 01.2000
Area Supervisor / Operations Manager
Wackenhut Corp.
Tulsa, OK
01.1997 - 01.1998
Health Professions Recruiter
MRI of Tulsa OK
Tulsa, OK
01.1996 - 01.1997
Medical Recruiter
United States Air Force, 349th Recruiting Sqd
TABF, USA
01.1993 - 01.1996
Enlisted Recruiter
United States Air Force, 349th Recruiting Sqd
TABF, USA
01.1990 - 01.1993
NCOIC, Base Exercise Evaluation Team
United States Air Force, HQ AF military Training Center
LAFB, USA
01.1988 - 01.1990
Instructor, Air Force Security Police Academy
United States Air Force, 3280th Technical Training Center
LAFB, USA
01.1985 - 01.1988
Fire Team Leader, Sensor System Operator
United States Air Force, 8th Fighter Wing
Kunsan AB, South Korea
01.1984 - 01.1985
Fire Team Leader, Sensor System Operator
United States Air Force, 320 Bomb Wing (SAC)
MAF, CA
01.1981 - 01.1984
Education
M.S. - Security Management
Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE01.2015
B.S. - Security Management
Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE02.2013
A.S. - Industrial Security
Community College of the Air Force
Maxwell AFB, AL06.1989
Skills
- Law enforcement and public safety
- Online training
- Lesson writing
- Critical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Criminal investigations
- Counterterrorism strategies
- Defensive tactics and driving
- Crime scene management
- Interviews and interrogations
- Security operations management
- Executive protection
- Firearms safety and training
- Technology proficiency
- Emergency planning and response
- Classified information access
- Training and development
- Operational efficiency
- Training facilitation
- Curriculum development
- Regulatory compliance
- Assessments administration
- Motivational speaking
- Quality assurance
- Training needs analysis
- Training material updates
- Virtual training
- Needs assessment
Additional Education And Credentials
- STEPP / DSS Storage Containers and Facilities
- OPSEC Fundamentals
- NISPOM Chapter 8 Requirements for Industrial Course
- Physical Security Measure Course
- JPAS/JAMS for the Security Professional
- Visits and Meeting in the NISP
- Intelligence Oversight Awareness
- Developing a Security Education and Training Program
- Records Management
- Facility Security Officer (FSO) role in the NISP
- Insider Threat
- Essential of Industrial Security Management (EISM) Independent Study
- BJA Nationwide Suspicious Activity reporting (SAR) Initiative Line Officer Training
- FEMA AWR 187W Terrorism and WMD in the Workplace
- IS 106.11 Workplace Violence Awareness
- IS 810 Emergency Support Function Oil and HazMat Response
- IS 340 HazMat Prevention
- IS 265 Basic Instructional Skills
- IS00001 Emergency Program Manager
- IS 906 Basic Workplace Security Awareness
- IS 907 Activity Shooter: What Can You Do
- IS 00019.11 FEMA EEO Supervisor Course
- FEMA / NATIONAL FIRE ACADEMY ICS 300 Intermediate All Hazard NIMS ICS
- Q-534 Emergency Response to Terrorism
- Q-328 ICS Simulation Series Strip Mall Hostage/Arson Fire
- Michigan State University, School of Criminal Justice Hospital-Based decontamination: Hazard Recognition
- Emergency Response Planning
- Emergency Response Team Coordinator
- Unified Command
- Evacuation Coordinator
- Incipient Fire Fighting
- Hazardous Materials Response
- Machinery Rescue
- Container Inspection
- Radiation Safety Awareness
- National Wildfire Coordination Group S-130 Firefighter Training
- S-130 – 2022 Recertification
- S-180 Human Factors in The Wildland Fire Service
- S-190 Wildland Fire Behavior
- Naval Education and Training Command Homeland Security and Defense
- DOD / DISA Physical Security for the SIPRNET
- EOTA RAP 166DW Mission Planning
- EMS 101DW Emergency Medical Support
- OER 122D Crisis / Critical Communications
- EMP 170DW DOE Emergency Management System
- CIP 100D Analytical Risk Management
- RAP 180DW Training Practices and Instructor Development
- ETD 101DW Training and Drills
- EPI 110D Spokesperson and the Media
- EOTA CMP 108DW Technical Training for CM Managers
- ECC 130D Emergency Classification Decision Making
- ERO 110D Role and Responsibilities of Initial Responder: Enhancing Initial Response
- CMP 101DW Operations Overview of Consequence Management
- ECC 101DW Categorization and Classification
- EFE 101DW Emergency Facilities and Equipment
- EMS 200D Emergency Medical Integration & Coordination
- RAP 170DW Response Agency Network
Certifications And Clearances
- Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Basic Instructor
- Texas DPS Level 3 / Classroom & Range Instructor
- Texas DPS Level 3 / Armed Commission
- New Mexico DPS Level 3 / Armed Commission
- Arizona DPS Resident Manager License
- Arizona DPS Armed Guard Instructor License
- Arizona DPS Armed Guard License
- NRA Pistol Instructor
- Deans ‘Scholars List Bellevue University
- Active DOD Secret Clearance
- DOD SSBI/TS Clearance
- Current AHA First Responder CPR / AED
- Current ACLS / BCLS
- Terrorism Prevention for Law Enforcement, Naval Postgraduate School, 2010
- Homeland Security in Israel, Naval Postgraduate School, 2010
- Global Jihad Threat, Naval Postgraduate School, 2010
- Vulnerability Analysis and Protection, Naval Postgraduate School, 2010
- Emergency Classification Decision Making, EOTA, 2009
- Roles and Responsibilities of Initial Responders, EOTA, 2009
- Safety, Health and Security Strategies, NMCI Skillsoft, 2009
- Operational and Organizational Security, NMCI Skillsoft, 2009
- Security Management and Operations, NMCI Skillsoft, 2009
- EISM, DSS Academy, 2009
- Introduction to SNS and Mass Prophylaxis, TEEX, 2009
- Basic EMS concepts for WMD Incidents, TEEX, 2009
- WMD Incident Management / Unified Command, TEEX, 2009
- Terrorism Awareness for First Responder, TEEX, 2009
- Emergency Management for First Responders, TEEX, 2009
- Emergency Medical Integration & Coordination, EOTA, 2009
- Emergency Notification and Communications, EOTA, 2009
- Critical Thinking Skills, EOTA, 2009
- Mission Planning, EOTA, 2009
- Emergency Medical Support, EOTA, 2009
- IS 809 EMS #9 Search and Rescue, FEMA, 2008
- IS 804 EMS #4 Firefighting, FEMA, 2008
- IS 800 National Response Framework, FEMA, 2008
- IS 700 NIMS, FEMA, 2008
- IS 200 ICS for Single Resource & Initial Actions, FEMA, 2008
- IS 102 Deployment Basic for FEMA Response Partners, FEMA, 2008
- IS 100 Introduction to ICS, FEMA, 2008
- Incident Response to Terrorist Bombing, NMT/EMRTC, 2008
- Explosive Threat Awareness, EOTA, 2008
- Security Procedures for the RAP Responder, EOTA, 2008
- Vehicle Bomb Search Methods, EOTA, 2008
- Emergency Response Organizations, EOTA, 2008
- Crime Scene Issues, Law Enforcement, EOTA, 2008
- Explosive Effects and Countermeasures, EOTA, 2008
- WMD Response, EOTA, 2008
- DOE Emergency Management System, EOTA, 2008
- COMSEC Certification, NSA, 2007
- Understand & Planning of School Bomb incident, NMT/EMRTC, 2005
- Corrections Academy, NMDC, 2004
- PACT, APG Security, 1999
- Area Managers Training, APG Security, 1999
- CLEET Armed Security Officer Certification, State of Oklahoma, 1997
- CLEET Certification Security Officer, State of Oklahoma, 1997
- Recruiter School, USAF, 1989
- NCO Leadership School, USAF, 1988
- Test and Measurement Course, USAF, 1988
- Speaking and Briefing Course, USAF, 1988
- Basic Counseling Course, USAF, 1987
- Instructor Development Course, USAF, 1986
- Technical Instructor Course, USAF, 1985
- Hostage Negotiation, USAF, 1984
- Security Police Academy, USAF, 1981
- Basic Training, USAF, 1980
- Law Enforcement Academy, Certified, NMLEA, 1979
Recognition And Awards
- Allied Universal Security Supervisor of the month, Supervisor of Quarter
- USAF Noncommissioned Officer of the Year Award
- USAF NCO of the Quarter three quarters out of four
- USAF Rookie Recruiter of the Year
- USAF Commendation Medal
- USAF Achievement Medal with Device
- USAF Outstanding Unit Award
- USAF Organizational Excellence Award
- USAF Good Conduct Medal with three devices
- USAF Marksmen Medal with device
- National Service Medal, in support of Desert Shield and Desert Storm
Timeline
Training Facilitator / FED CE CCO/SCA GSA
Capitol Bridge
07.2025 - Current
Deployed Services
SME Security
02.2023 - 11.2024
Fire Chief
Desert Haven Fire Department (Volunteer)
07.2022 - 12.2024
Site Supervisor, EPIA
Allied Universal Security
09.2021 - 09.2022
Assistant Fire Chief, Safety / Training Officer
Desert Haven Fire Department (Volunteer)
04.2021 - 07.2022
Field Supervisor / Armed Guard Instructor
American Guard Services
08.2020 - 09.2020
Youth Correctional Officer
Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections
03.2020 - 07.2020
Safety & Security Manager
Education Management Corp. Phoenix Job Corps
02.2019 - 02.2020
Career Technical Training Instructor / Homeland Security
Education Management Corp. Phoenix Job Corps
05.2017 - 02.2019
Arizona State Resident Manager
Arrow Security, dba. Aron Security
09.2012 - 08.2021
Security Specialist Sr. / Joint Strike Fighter (JSF)
Lockheed Martin, GTL, MCAS Yuma AZ
03.2012 - 09.2012
Facility Security Officer / Training Specialist
Northrop Grumman TS, MCAS Yuma AZ
09.2009 - 02.2012
Physical Security Manager
New Mexico Tech University / EMRTC, Socorro NM
12.2004 - 08.2009
Correctional Officer
New Mexico Department of Corrections
09.2003 - 12.2004
Regional Account Manager
Secure Net Inc
01.2002 - 01.2003
Branch Manager
Pinkerton Security Inc.
01.2000 - 01.2002
Branch Manager
APG Security Inc
01.1998 - 01.2000
Area Supervisor / Operations Manager
Wackenhut Corp.
01.1997 - 01.1998
Health Professions Recruiter
MRI of Tulsa OK
01.1996 - 01.1997
Medical Recruiter
United States Air Force, 349th Recruiting Sqd
01.1993 - 01.1996
Enlisted Recruiter
United States Air Force, 349th Recruiting Sqd
01.1990 - 01.1993
NCOIC, Base Exercise Evaluation Team
United States Air Force, HQ AF military Training Center
01.1988 - 01.1990
Instructor, Air Force Security Police Academy
United States Air Force, 3280th Technical Training Center
01.1985 - 01.1988
Fire Team Leader, Sensor System Operator
United States Air Force, 8th Fighter Wing
01.1984 - 01.1985
Fire Team Leader, Sensor System Operator
United States Air Force, 320 Bomb Wing (SAC)
01.1981 - 01.1984
M.S. - Security Management
Bellevue University
B.S. - Security Management
Bellevue University
A.S. - Industrial Security
Community College of the Air Force