Trent C. Theobald
Saint Augustine,USA
Summary
Proven leader with over 13 years of supervisory management experience. Professional with strong expertise in security advisory roles. Proven ability to assess risk, develop strategies, and implement solutions to safeguard assets and personnel. Strong team collaborator focused on achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Skilled in threat analysis, emergency response planning, and security system management. Recognized for reliability, integrity, and strategic thinking.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety and Security Officer
Flagler College
07.2023 - Current
- Improved overall safety and security by implementing effective planning strategies for college campus related events.
- Serving as a special events coordinator for Safety & Security.
- Continually building partnerships with staff, faculty, and students across campus.
- Implemented effective strategies to maintain safety and security of athletic events for staff, faculty, student athlete's, and general public.
Security Advisor
Western Governors University
01.2023 - Current
- Conducted risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities in security protocols.
- Analyzed incident reports to recommend improvements in response strategies.
- Established emergency response plans, enhancing institutional readiness for potential threats.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in risk management and security operations.
- Identified cost-saving opportunities within contracted services without compromising overall safety levels or quality standards.
Captain, Operations (RET)
Speedway Metropolitan Police Department
01.1998 - 12.2018
- Served as the Commander (Captain) over the Operations/Uniform Division. Leading three patrol shifts. SWAT/Hostage Negotiators Team operations, Motorcycles Unit, Bicycle Unit, and Emergency Preparedness planning.
- Served Community Affairs liaison to the Office of the Chief of Police. Addressing community issues and facilitating the Police Citizens Academy for over 5 years.
- Served on the Indianapolis 500/Indianapolis Motor Speedway Public Safety Board for Event Planning and Emergency Preparedness. Working alongside Federal, State, and Local public safety officials. Lead a Multi-agency Anti-Crime Task Force for 3 years. Served as the Lead Public Information Officer for Federal, State, Local participating public safety agencies participating in related events at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
- Served as the Criminal Investigations Commander (Lieutenant) leading the Criminal Investigations Unit and Special Investigations Unit. During my time in Investigations I was assigned to FBI Safe Streets Task Force, DEA Indianapolis Task Force, and Narcotics.
- Other Notable Assignments, Internal Affairs, Homicide Investigator, Certified School Resource Officer (NASRO), Field Training Officers, State Certified Training Officer, Certified Polygraph Examiner,
- 9 Letters of Department Commendation
- 7 Letters of Department Recognition
- 2 Letters of Recognition by the DEA
Adjunct Professor, Law Enforcement Instructor
Area 31 Career Center, Vincennes University
12.2018 - 01.2023
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback to support academic growth.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Facilitated classroom discussions, promoting critical thinking and collaboration among students.
- Collaborated with faculty to align curriculum with industry standards and best practices in education.
- Developed and delivered engaging course materials to enhance student learning experiences.
- Taught Criminal Justice courses, providing instruction to up to 300 undergraduate students.
PSD Lead (Contract)
Security Consultants International
08.2016 - Current
- Matt Damon, PSD Lead -Instigators- Movie. July 2024, Oppenheimer Movie Premier. July 2023 (Paris, France, London, England) Cannes Film Festival and media tour for Stillwater. July 2021. (Cannes, France, Marseille, France, Los Angeles, CA, New York City) Jason Bourne Asia film premiers and media tour. August 2016. (Beijing, China, Tokyo, Japan)
- Channing Tatum, PSD Team- August 2016
- Security operations during the filming of Logan Lucky
- Talent movement on and off set. (Daniel Craig, Adam Driver, Katie Holmes) (Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC)
- Jennifer Lopez, PSD Lead
- Virgin Atlantic Promo. May 2023 (Miami, Florida)
Security Contract Lead- Tour Venue Security
MDDS
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Leading a Security Team and overseeing a confidential, high profile client security contract with daily operational needs. (NDA)
Team Security (PART-TIME)
San Antonio Spurs
10.2016 - 05.2019
- Away game team security operations.
- 2017 NBA All Star Game, Kawhi Leonard, New Orleans, LA
- Spurs vs. Suns, Mexico City, Mexico
Education
Graduated - Criminal Justice
FBI National Academy
Quantico, VA09.2013
Graduated - Criminal Justice
Indiana Law Enforcement Academy
Plainfield, IN09-1998
Attended - Criminal Justice
US Secret Service DPS 201-17
Washington D.C./Laurel, MD03-2017
Graduated - Polygraph Examiner
Maryland Institute of Criminal Justice
Millersville, MD06-2006
Attended - ICS 200-700 Courses
Department of Homeland Security
Indianapolis, IN01-2010
Atteneded - Southern Police Institute - Homicide School
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY06-2010
Attended - Public Services
Bethel University
McKenzie, TN02-2022
Attended - Criminal Justice
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA09-2013
Attended - Criminal Justice
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA01-2008
Attended - Religious Studies
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN03-2010
Attended - Criminal Justice
Vincennes University
Vincennes, Indiana, IN08-1993
Skills
- Physical security
- Incident response
- Risk assessment - Risk management - Risk mitigation
- Emergency response
- Policy development
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Team collaboration
- Strategic planning
- Staff training
- Investigation techniques
- Emergency response coordination
Affiliations
FBI National Academy Associates (Alumni) Active
ASIS International (Security Management Professionals) Active
Event Safety Alliance (ESA) Active
Certification
- ASIS International, Executive Protection February 2023
- Event Safety Alliance, Event Safety Access Training February 2023
- Event Security Planning for Public Safety Professionals (FEMA)
Timeline
Safety and Security Officer
Flagler College
07.2023 - Current
Security Advisor
Western Governors University
01.2023 - Current
Security Contract Lead- Tour Venue Security
MDDS
12.2022 - 03.2023
Adjunct Professor, Law Enforcement Instructor
Area 31 Career Center, Vincennes University
12.2018 - 01.2023
Team Security (PART-TIME)
San Antonio Spurs
10.2016 - 05.2019
PSD Lead (Contract)
Security Consultants International
08.2016 - Current
Captain, Operations (RET)
Speedway Metropolitan Police Department
01.1998 - 12.2018
Graduated - Criminal Justice
FBI National Academy
Graduated - Criminal Justice
Indiana Law Enforcement Academy
Attended - Criminal Justice
US Secret Service DPS 201-17
Graduated - Polygraph Examiner
Maryland Institute of Criminal Justice
Attended - ICS 200-700 Courses
Department of Homeland Security
Atteneded - Southern Police Institute - Homicide School
University of Louisville
Attended - Public Services
Bethel University
Attended - Criminal Justice
University of Virginia
Attended - Criminal Justice
Liberty University
Attended - Religious Studies
Indiana Wesleyan University
Attended - Criminal Justice
Vincennes University