A dynamic leader with extensive experience in security management and crisis intervention, successfully implementing district-wide safety initiatives at Champaign Unit 4 School District. Proven ability to foster community engagement and develop staff through effective training programs. Strong analytical skills and a commitment to continuous improvement drive operational excellence and enhance safety protocols.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director/District Manager of School Safety and Security
Champaign Unit 4 School District
Champaign, IL
08.2022 - Current
Leads the development and implementation of district wide safety and security initiatives
Provides supervision to assigned staff
Maintains effective working relationships with district employees and community members alike
I also appropriate others in support of assigned duties
Sergeant-Corrections Division
Champaign County Sheriff's Office
Urbana, IL
12.2006 - 11.2021
The primary objective of the correctional officer is to maintain the security of the jail facility and to provide for the well being of the residents
Transportation of the residents to court, within the facility and to and from other detention facilities is also a primary function
Intake responsibilities include processing charges, taking photograph and fingerprint records of the accused
Officers must also continuously patrol designated areas of the facility to maintain discipline and order
Other duties include the interviewing of complainants and witnesses regarding incidents occurring inside the correctional center and original reports are written when laws have been violated
Security measures taken include resident and cell locations searches and property intake documentation to minimize the introduction of contraband into the institution
Core Commercial Account Executive
Securitas Electronic Security
Champaign, IL
12.2020 - 06.2021
This is a sales role with an emphasis on lead generation and relationship building
You set appointments with and present our commercial electronic security products and services to national and large regional accounts
Correctional Officer I
Federal Bureau of Prisons
Lexington, KY
10.2006 - 11.2006
The Federal medical center is a federal prison housing approximately 1,400 male inmates under high security watch and approximately 300 female prisoners at a low security work camp
Duties include protection of society by confining offenders in a safe and controlled environment
Officers respond to variety of calls within the Prison, at times using force to protect officers and or offenders from harm
Deputy Sheriff-Correctional Officer
Douglas County Sheriff's Department
Tuscola, IL
01.2004 - 06.2006
The primary objective of the correctional officer is to maintain the security of the jail facility and to provide for the well being of the residents
Transportation of the residents to court, within the facility and to and from other detention facilities is also a primary function
Intake responsibilities include processing charges, taking photograph and fingerprint records of the accused
Officers must also continuously patrol designated areas of the facility to maintain discipline and order
Other duties include the interviewing of complainants and witnesses regarding incidents occurring inside the correctional center and original reports are written when laws have been violated
Security measures taken include resident and cell locations searches and property intake documentation to minimize the introduction of contraband into the institution
Uniloy Technician/ Production Supervisor
Plasti-Pak Packaging Incorporated
Champaign, IL
11.2003 - 01.2004
Duties were to maintain the proper function of The Uniroyal bottle production machines and the downstream flow of those bottles to the packing end of the line
Other duties include quality control of the produce and the fulfillment of the orders
Retail sales/ Customer Service Representative
Verizon Wireless Communications
Champaign, IL
05.2003 - 08.2003
Responsibilities were to assist with the sales of cellular phone contracts, handsets and wireless accessories for individual or business use
Areas of focus also included customer service issues and or technology issues on an individual basis
Social interaction was a key to inviting a new customer base and public recruiting at various events were common place
Retail Sales Associate
Best Buy Incorporated
Champaign, IL
05.2002 - 09.2002
I was a cellular sales representative
I focused of the sales of new lines of service for companies to include AT&T, T Mobile and Verizon Wireless
Responsibilities were to assist with the sales of merchandise throughout the store, focusing on the cellular phone and home theatre areas
Other aspects included assisting with loss prevention and inventory control measures
Education
Certificate of Completion - Safety and Security Practices
Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, IL
12.2004
High School Diploma -
Tuscola Community High School
Tuscola, IL
05.2000
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Parkland College
Champaign, IL
Skills
CPR TRAINING
Continuous improvement
Leadership
Security
Case Management
Risk management
AMERICAN RED CROSS
Analysis skills
Crisis Intervention
Military Experience
Microsoft Excel
Communication skills
Law Enforcement
Surveillance
Microsoft Office
Management
Loss Prevention
TRAINING
CPR
EMERGENCY RESPONSE
Supervising experience
40 hour firearm certification
AED-CPR Training
First Aid Red Cross Course
Control Tactics Course/ Use of Force Continuum
"OC" Pepper Spray course ECITF
X-26 Taser Certified
Full Leads Certified
Police Radio Use: Ten Codes
All Microsoft Computer Applications
Mental Health Screening
Suicide Prevention Measures/ Crisis Intervention
Signs of Intoxication: Drug Use Recognition
Designed and implemented a fire response plan for the jail environment
Trained Officers in the use of fire safety equipment and extinguishers
State of Illinois Firefighter level II
American Red Cross 1st Responder
Hazardous Materials Awareness Certification
Anhydrous Emergency Response
Use of Force Instructor: "Response 2 Resistance" Training Cadre
Field Training Officer
Shift Supervisor
Conflict resolution
Interagency collaboration
Staff supervision
Policy development
Crisis intervention
Security management
Risk assessment
Incident reporting
Training programs
Community engagement
Team leadership
Strategic planning
Employee relations
Operations management
Emotional intelligence
Effective communication
Contract negotiation
Stakeholder engagement
Staff development
Recruitment and hiring
Budgeting expertise
Task delegation
Strategic projects
Workforce planning
Report generation
Program coordination
Meeting facilitation
Board relations
Project management
Staff management
Crisis management
Consulting
Written communication
Work Planning and Prioritization
Policy administration
Employee coaching and mentoring
Staff training
Organizational skills
Analytical skills
Fiscal management
Problem-solving
Reporting and documenting
Complex Problem-solving
Teamwork and collaboration
Collaborate cross-functionally
Budget management
Media relations
Staff coordination
Individual accountability
Team operations
Performance reviewing
Certification
Crisis Prevention Institute "Verbal Intervention Training" Course Instructor
Crisis Intervention Team De-escalation
AED-CPR Training
First Aid Red Cross Course
National Incident Management System Course Completion
All Microsoft Computer Applications
Designed and implemented a fire response plan for the jail environment
Trained Officers in the use of fire safety equipment and extinguishers
State of Illinois Firefighter level II
American Red Cross 1st Responder
Hazardous Materials Awareness Certification
References
Personal References Available Upon Request
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Assistant Director/District Manager of School Safety and Security
Champaign Unit 4 School District
08.2022 - Current
Core Commercial Account Executive
Securitas Electronic Security
12.2020 - 06.2021
Sergeant-Corrections Division
Champaign County Sheriff's Office
12.2006 - 11.2021
Correctional Officer I
Federal Bureau of Prisons
10.2006 - 11.2006
Deputy Sheriff-Correctional Officer
Douglas County Sheriff's Department
01.2004 - 06.2006
Uniloy Technician/ Production Supervisor
Plasti-Pak Packaging Incorporated
11.2003 - 01.2004
Retail sales/ Customer Service Representative
Verizon Wireless Communications
05.2003 - 08.2003
Retail Sales Associate
Best Buy Incorporated
05.2002 - 09.2002
Certificate of Completion - Safety and Security Practices
Intern at Architectural Preservation, University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignIntern at Architectural Preservation, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign