Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Officer of the Year 2006, 2013 Recognized by the FBI, ATF, Postal Inspection service for excellance
Timeline
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Perry Hurst

Sylvan Springs

Summary

Dynamic security leader with extensive experience at Piggly Wiggly Alabama Distribution Company Inc., excelling in emergency preparedness and operations oversight. Proven track record in implementing advanced surveillance technology and fostering collaboration among departments, enhancing safety and compliance while cultivating a vigilant organizational culture. Strong investigative techniques and exceptional communication skills drive successful outcomes.

Security professional with strong background in risk management, threat assessment, and emergency response planning. Proven ability to lead teams and collaborate effectively to achieve organizational safety goals, adapting to evolving security needs. Skilled in crisis management, surveillance systems, and regulatory compliance, with focus on delivering reliable and consistent results. Dependable and adaptable, ensures secure environment through proactive strategies and decisive action.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Security

Piggly Wiggly Alabama Distribution Company Inc.
07.2024 - Current
  • Established strong communication channels between departments on matters related to safety and security concerns, fostering collaboration among stakeholders.
  • Constructed incident-reporting mechanisms for staff members which streamlined information flow during emergencies or crisis situations.
  • Reviewed existing policies and procedures to identify areas for improvement, streamlining processes without sacrificing effectiveness or compliance standards.
  • Oversaw safety of guests, employees and and assets by enforcing and regulating security policies and procedures and monitoring and maintaining security systems.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on laws affecting facility operations, avoiding penalties or fines.
  • Trained staff in security awareness and protocols, cultivating a culture of vigilance within the organization.
  • Oversaw budget allocation for security equipment and services, optimizing resource utilization while maintaining high levels of protection.
  • Implemented cutting-edge surveillance technology to enhance monitoring capabilities and deter potential threats.
  • Developed and grew staff competencies through team development, implementation and support of specific training for various responsibilities.
  • Stayed abreast of emerging trends in the field through professional development activities such as attending conferences or participating in industry forums.

Police Detective Sergeant

Bessemer Police Department
04.1999 - 07.2024
  • Assisted victims of crimes by providing resources for support services and ensuring their rights were protected throughout the investigation process.
  • Interrogated suspects using appropriate interview techniques to obtain crucial information for case resolution.
  • Solved complex criminal cases by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing critical thinking skills.
  • Collaborated with federal agencies on high-profile cases, resulting in successful arrests and convictions of dangerous criminals.
  • Trained junior officers on investigative techniques and best practices, contributing to a more skilled police force.
  • Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
  • Kept meticulous and detailed records of each case to avoid causing any problems with prosecution.
  • Managed confidential informants effectively to gather valuable intelligence on criminal activities within the community.
  • Prepared comprehensive reports detailing investigative findings, supporting effective prosecutorial efforts in court cases.
  • Conducted surveillance operations for intelligence gathering, leading to successful apprehension of suspects.
  • Testified in court proceedings as an expert witness, providing accurate and detailed accounts of investigations conducted.
  • Wrote detailed reports outlining case findings for internal files and legal purposes.
  • Advised patrol officers on proper evidence collection procedures, ensuring the integrity of crime scenes for subsequent investigation by detectives.
  • Led a team of detectives responsible for investigating a wide range of criminal offenses including homicides, robberies, and drug trafficking cases.
  • Coordinated multi-agency task forces focused on addressing specific crime trends or patterns within the jurisdictional area.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
  • Developed strong relationships with community members, promoting trust and cooperation in law enforcement efforts.
  • Marked off crime scenes and controlled access to protect evidence from tampering or loss.
  • Utilized advanced forensic tools and technologies to analyze evidence, leading to breakthroughs in challenging investigations.
  • Reviewed cold case files and successfully solved previously unsolved investigations through renewed efforts and advanced investigative techniques.
  • Improved case clearance rates with diligent evidence collection, analysis, and follow-up procedures.
  • Obtained and served search warrants related to ongoing cases.
  • Participated in court hearings to provide written reports, evidence and verbal testimonies.
  • Investigated complaints brought by members of community by conducting interviews and compiling evidence.
  • Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures and investigation strategies.
  • Obtained and verified evidence by interviewing, observing, and conducting surveillance of suspects and records.
  • Initiated and concluded investigations of crime organizations.
  • Sent specimens to labs and ran fingerprints through databases to identify individuals of interest.
  • Appeared in court and testified under oath in Murder, Rape, Robbery, Arson, Kidnapping, Identity Theft and Embezzlement cases.
  • Secured search warrants to investigate scenes of crimes and collect evidence.
  • Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
  • Collected crime scene evidence, examined bodies, and investigated secondary locations to build detailed cases based on sound evidence handling practices.
  • Supervised and motivated field investigators and collaborated with personnel to identify strengths and areas of weakness.

Education

High School Diploma -

MInor High School
Minor, Alabama
05-1986

Skills

  • Travel security
  • Executive protection
  • Event security
  • Physical security
  • Administrative management
  • Security management
  • Operations oversight
  • Emergency preparedness
  • Investigation techniques

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 31 staff members.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Collaborated with team of 15 in the development of FBI Gang Violence Task Force.

Certification

Accredited Nationwide Fire and Explosives investigations. 2002 2024

*FBI Firearms Instructor 2006-Present

  • Jefferson County Cutoff Division District Attorney's Office expert witness and panelist for Identity Theft Investigative techniques for law enforcement investigators. And courtroom testimony.
  • SWAT Instructor
  • Crisis Negotiations Instructor
  • FBI - Identity Theft, embezzlement, wire fraud and bank fraud investigations.
  • Postal Inspection Service - Mail fraud, Identity Theft Federal guidelines

Officer of the Year 2006, 2013 Recognized by the FBI, ATF, Postal Inspection service for excellance

Officer of the Year 2006 awarded for solving a serial rapist case, and capturing the suspect. Solving the embezzlement case of 1.2 million dollars from the Crossway Baptist Church. Apprehending a suicidal man intent on mass murder at the Bessemer Farmer's Market. Investigation and prosecution of the SouthTrust bank massacre.


Officer of the Year 2013 awarded for solving a kidnapping, rape, attempted murder case of a TASK court officer, capturing the suspect. Solving all eleven homicides assigned for the year, a 100% clearance rate. Solving the embezzlement case of 2.4 million dollars from the Bessemer Community Credit Union.


Recognized by the FBI for solving a string of bank robberies across the greater Birmingham metro area, involvement in operation "Green Giant"  (an operation of western Jefferson county heroin dealers.)


Recognized by the ATF for seizure of multiple short barrelled rifles, and shotguns during a search warrant for identity theft.


Recognized by the Postal Inspection service for the investigation, arrest, obtaining a confession in a MIdfield Post Office Robbery

Timeline

Director of Security

Piggly Wiggly Alabama Distribution Company Inc.
07.2024 - Current

Police Detective Sergeant

Bessemer Police Department
04.1999 - 07.2024

High School Diploma -

MInor High School

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