Safety, Superior Quality, Memorable Patient/Customer Experiences, and Financial Stewardship through management of security services that ensure the safety and security of associates, patients and visitors of Health First facilities. System Security Manager skilled at providing management oversight and driving operational accountability through effective change management and leadership development processes and is a liaison with law enforcement agencies. System Security Manager, well-versed in security planning and daily operations management. Retired Police Officer with over twenty-three years in law enforcement with the City of Chicago Police Department. Possesses situational awareness and integrity, as well as dedication to public safety. Enforces rules and authority for the good of all citizens. Passionate about saving lives, protecting victim and fighting crime. Successful at developing positive relationship with colleagues and the general public. Approaches each situation with compassion and concern. Adept at serving the public with a sense of justice and adherence to strict ethical codes. Committed to serving and protecting others by using sound judgement in difficult and intense situations. Approaches every call with keen observational skills, focus on safety and training in de-escalation techniques. Successful at assessing scenes and implementing strategies to prevent further crime or harm to individuals. Calm under pressure with history of accurate split-second decision-making. Skilled at dealing with issues related to people who are in crisis
POLICE OFFICER:
(1) LIFE SAVING AWARD
(1) 2004 CRIME REDUCTION RIBBON
(1) PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION DEPLOYMENT AWARD 2008
(1) DEPARTMENT COMMENDATION AWARD
(25) HONORABLE MENTION
(1) 2009 CRIME REDUCTION AWARD
(2) COMPLIMENTARY LETTERS
(1) NATO SUMMIT SERVICE AWARD
UNITED STATES NAVY:
(2) GOOD CONDUCT AWARD
(3) NAVY & MARINE CORP ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL
(1) NATIONAL DEFENSE SERVICE MEDAL
(1) BATTLE "E" RIBBON
(1) NAVAL SEA SERVICE RIBBON
TERRORISM AWARENESS & RESPONSE ACADEMY
CRISIS PREVENTION INSTITUTE INSTRUCTOR
ILLINOIS STATE PEACE OFFICER'S CERTIFICATION