Accomplished Operations Management Professional with extensive experience driving programs, projects and organizational efforts across some of the world's most challenging locations.
Overview
Work History
Security Site Supervisor
Department Of Public Health
Rocky Hill, CT
- Current
Department head for all security operations at the Department of Public health
Personally revised all departmental polices to ensure state compliance and all guidance remains current to meet the needs of the facility.
Manages HR aspects for all team members, including payroll, interviewing, hiring, creating employee schedules, implementing approved procedures, training and evaluating officers, enforcing policy and administering discipline and coaching as needed
Oversaw the implementation of new CCTV equipment for the property. Task was completed without issues. DPH now has full interior and exterior coverage of the facility.
Manages team schedules to provide effective 24 hour security coverage for building needs.
Writes and submits daily reports on security team operations.
Provides guidance to DPH and security staff on appropriate courses of action for diverse situations.
Developed improved training methods with focus on public safety and officer awareness.
Asset Protection and Safety Manager
Lowe's
Bloomfield, CT
Oversees multiple locations, ensuring operational loss is kept to a minimum. Implemented action plans that reduced shrink by approximately $200,000 per location.
Achieved historic budget numbers while overseeing the operations of a high risk/urban location. Closed out annual inventory 59 points/$180,000 under budget. This location has failed to meet budget requirements in 10 years.
Directs a team of Agents whose primary duties are customer service, crime prevention, rendering medical aid and assisting with the enforcement of safety regulations within the store.
Collaborated with law enforcement in investigating and solving theft and fraud cases.
Upheld strict security and safety procedures to protect business from financial losses due to theft or careless mismanagement.
Trained loss prevention staff, retail managers and store employees on loss control and prevention measures.
Manager of Security (Operations)
MGM Springfield
Springfield, MA
Massachusetts Key Gaming License
Led Security Operations for the grand opening of MGM Springfield. Lauded most successful opening in company history
Managed HR aspects for over 200 subordinated hourly and salaried team members, including interviewing, hiring, creating employee schedules, implementing approved procedures, training and evaluating officers/managers, enforcing policy and administering discipline and coaching as needed
Optimized staffing levels to save $1.2 million dollars annually by reducing unnecessary labor costs
Assumed the role of Chief of Security in the absence of the Chief.
Oversaw all Security Operations for a 30 acre property within a downtown urban environment.
Formulated security plans for special events in an arena setting for up to 8,000 people
Planned all shift operations, promotional events, graduations and executive protection details for VIP's and celebrities
Oversaw all required training to include CPR/First Aid, Defensive Tactics, K9, Alcohol Awareness, Report Writing, Dispatching, Guest Experience, Incident Response and OSHA safety training
Led Guest Experience initiatives by tracking guest reviews and focusing efforts to improve scores and meet department goals set forth by the company
Acted as liaison for appropriate outside agencies during applicable incidents
Coordinated and supervised onsite investigations as deemed necessary
Executive Protection Team Leader
Aegis Defense Services/Department Of State
Kabul, Afghanistan
Spearhead all aspects of organizing, managing, supervising, and scheduling of approximately 30 personnel to ensure that protective security contract requirements are met
Ensures all Mobile Team Members are properly trained, equipped, briefed, and mentally and physically prepared each time members are tasked with protective services assignments
Develops and implements plans for route surveys, alternate routes, safe havens, contingency plans, and evacuation
Evaluates personnel to ensure that all positions/labor categories are filled with qualified personnel and to identify personnel for promotion into leadership positions
Deputy
Richland County Sheriffs Department
Richland County, SC
Actively patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect crimes
Issued warnings and citations for traffic violations
Conducted preliminary investigations at major crime scenes
Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses
Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations
Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become a familiar presence in the area
Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as a witness under oath in court
Head Adviser for Police Explorer Post 601. Responsible for creating lesson plans and overseeing training of all police explorers within Post 601
Primary Member of Richland County Youth Services' "READY Program" and CAMP LOTT programs which focus on rehabilitating trouble youth
Staff Sergeant
United States Air Force/Security Forces
Shaw Afb, SC
Established plans, policies, procedures, and detailed instructions to implement SF programs
Plans, organize, and schedules SF activities. Provided oversight, guidance, and assistance to commanders with the application of information, personnel, and industrial security programs
Leads, manages, supervises, and performs force protection duties , including use of deadly force to protect personnel and resources. Protects nuclear and conventional weapons systems and other resources
Spearhead air base defense functions contributing to the force protection mission. Controls and secures terrain inside and outside military installations
Leads over 60 subordinated SF forces in various field environments, performs individual, and team patrol movements, both mounted and dismounted, tactical drills, battle procedures, convoys, military operations other than war, anti-terrorism duties, and other special duties
Provides on-scene supervision for security forces. Inspects and evaluates effectiveness of SF personnel and activities. Analyzes reports and statistics
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology/Cyber Security
Post University
Waterbury, CT
01.2023
Skills
Safety and security regulations
Employee development
Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point
Training Oversight
Schedule Management
Emergency Response
Conflict Resolution
Active Shooter Response
Risk analysis and management
Budgeting and forecasting
Secret Clearance (Inactive)
ITF Certification
Guest Service
Bachelor's Degree
Project Management
Software Support
Accomplishments
Received Joint Meritorious Unit Award Received Meritorious Unit Award (x3) Received Air Force Good Conduct Medal Received National Defense Service Medal Received Afghanistan Campaign Medal (x2) Received Global War on Terrorism Service Medal Received Air Force Overseas Ribbon Received Air Force Expeditionary Service ribbon with Gold Border(x2) Received Air Force Longevity Service Received USAF Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Military Education Ribbon Received Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon Received NATO Medal (ISAF)
Received the Air force Achievement Medal
Timeline
Security Site Supervisor
Department Of Public Health
- Current
Asset Protection and Safety Manager
Lowe's
Manager of Security (Operations)
MGM Springfield
Executive Protection Team Leader
Aegis Defense Services/Department Of State
Deputy
Richland County Sheriffs Department
Staff Sergeant
United States Air Force/Security Forces
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology/Cyber Security
Post University
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