Steven Hernandez
Missoula
Summary
Educated Geotechnical Engineer with extensive experience providing guidance and planning complex geotechnical engineering projects. Excellent understanding of foundation and soil analysis. Strong research and technical writing skills to produce well-researched reports.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Health Specialist 1
Snohomish County HEALTH Department
10.2022 - 08.2024
- Conducted 629 comprehensive environmental assessments, identifying and mitigating health hazards, resulting in improved community health and safety
- Inspected stormwater and sewer investigations, in order to determine compliance and or noncompliance with local, state, and federal laws
- Developed and implemented two environmental health training programs (Drug Labs and Nuisance Properties), leading to a 100% increase in staff compliance and knowledge
- Achieved an 80% voluntary compliance rate on investigated nuisance properties, enhancing community environmental standards
Transportation Security Officer (TSA Officer)
Paine Field Airport
02.2019 - 10.2022
- Conducts personnel screening for prohibited items (e.g., firearms, incendiaries, explosives) per TSA and DHS standards
- Performs baggage screening using advanced imaging technology and conducts explosive residue testing to resolve alarms
- Ensures compliance with the Real ID Act by inspecting identification forms, notifying law enforcement of fraudulent IDs as needed
- Provides comprehensive security screening to mitigate domestic and international threats
Victim Advocate & Crisis Coordinator
01.2003 - 12.2018
- Provided confidential support and case management for individuals impacted by trauma, ensuring resource allocation and care
- Trained and mentored staff on regulatory compliance and prevention initiatives, mitigating risk within the organization
- Partnered with internal and external teams to investigate incidents, document evidence, and communicate with legal entities
- Conducted educational sessions on response protocols, improving procedural awareness and response times
- Maintained detailed records and reports on sensitive matters, adhering to federal and organizational privacy standards
Senior Operations and Security Supervisor
01.2001 - 12.2018
- Led and managed diverse teams of up to 25 personnel, coordinating security operations and ensuring adherence to regulations
- Directed operations with a focus on compliance, evidence security, and accurate documentation to maintain chain-of-custody standards
- Conducted over 50 asset inspections and detailed inventories, ensuring zero discrepancies or losses
- Supervised and trained personnel on safety protocols and operational procedures, enhancing team readiness
- Collaborated with law enforcement and security partners to resolve incidents, track critical cases, and recover assets
- Utilized data analysis to support targeted investigations and operational success
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Southern New Hampshire University
48 Semester Hours - Biochemistry
California Polytechnic Institute
Unit Movement Operations Course -
Customs Inspection Course -
Master of Science - Hydrology
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK06-2026
Skills
- Occupational health
- Integrity and honesty
- Work coordination
- Documentation and reporting
- Water quality analysis
- Customer service and assistance
- Strategic planning
- Victim advocacy
- Staff management
- Crisis management expertise
- Environmental policy development
- De-escalation techniques
- Innovation and creativity
- Criminal law
- Project management
- Hazard mitigation
HAZWHOPER
. It's a set of guidelines and training requirements that ensure worker safety when handling hazardous materials. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) creates and maintains HAZWOPER.
Purpose Reduce the risk of exposure to hazardous materials, Improve workplace safety and health, and Reduce workplace injuries and illnesses.
Timeline
Environmental Health Specialist 1
Snohomish County HEALTH Department
10.2022 - 08.2024
Transportation Security Officer (TSA Officer)
Paine Field Airport
02.2019 - 10.2022
Victim Advocate & Crisis Coordinator
01.2003 - 12.2018
Senior Operations and Security Supervisor
01.2001 - 12.2018
48 Semester Hours - Biochemistry
California Polytechnic Institute
Unit Movement Operations Course -
Customs Inspection Course -
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Southern New Hampshire University
Master of Science - Hydrology
University of Oklahoma
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