Focused security administration with 11 years of relevant experience and demonstrated expertise in protocol development and enforcement. Effectively directs personnel and leverage available budget to build reliable and successful security systems. Proficient in strategic planning and personnel training.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety and Security Operations Coordinator
Elizabeth School District
633 S Elbert St, Elizabeth, CO 80107
07.2023 - Current
Oversee daily operations of the district's safety and security department, managing a team of 6 members to ensure efficient and effective safety protocols are in place across all K-12 facilities.
Supervise personnel performance, providing guidance and training to ensure adherence to safety standards and effective use of security technology and physical infrastructure.
Serve as the primary liaison with local law enforcement, emergency services, and community stakeholders, fostering strong partnerships to enhance school safety initiatives.
Assist with special projects and district-wide safety initiatives, contributing to grant writing efforts to secure funding for security enhancements and improvements.
Inventory Mangement Specialist
The Home Depot
Castle Rock, CO
01.2022 - 07.2023
Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
Reviewed inventory to eliminate unnecessary expenses and provide optimal stock levels.
Utilized company inventory management systems to prepare and maintain records and reports of stock items, price lists, shortages, shipments and expenditures.
Police Officer
Elizabeth Police Department
02.2020 - 09.2021
Execute preliminary investigations as a primary first responder to crisis incidents
Assist community as a certified School Resource Officer; directly mentor local youth, and fulfill roles as an informal counselor, teacher, and law enforcement officer
Respond to crisis situations and perform duties as a peace officer
Strong written and oral communication skills through interfacing with community and writing detailed reports
Asset Protection Specialist
The Home Depot
04.2017 - 02.2020
Decrease theft opportunities through defense-in-depth security practices
Coordinate security operations with facility leadership and partner with emergency responders
Conduct comprehensive facility reports using various software and databases including Microsoft Office suite
Manage risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and mitigation efforts.
Armored Technician
Loomis Armored Security
02.2015 - 02.2017
Responsible for security and transportation efforts for classified items valuing over $1 million
Manage security operations for armored technicians and protection vehicles
Complete and conduct all training requirements as a Field Training Officer.
Analyzed and produced course-of-action reports and escalated issues outside scope of expertise to management.
Infantryman
United States Army
02.2012 - 02.2015
Inspect field communications equipment and weapons systems for defects and reported discrepancies to senior officials
Enhance coordinated security efforts for ground and vehicle operations
Partner with staff to standardize job duties and response efforts during contingency operations.
Accounted for weapons, munitions and associated equipment, creating inventories and replenishing.
Director of Safety and Security/School Safety and Security Coordinator/Threat Assessment Team Leader at Brownsville Area School DistrictDirector of Safety and Security/School Safety and Security Coordinator/Threat Assessment Team Leader at Brownsville Area School District
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<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC