Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Affiliations
Certification
Awards
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XAVIER L. SHIPMAN

Saint Leo,USA

Summary

Doctoral graduate in criminal justice and retired United States Marine Corps veteran with exceptional leadership, critical thinking, communication, and global diversity abilities. I recognize that instructors and trainers in the criminal justice system are critical to the future of law enforcement, judicial service, and due process in maintaining the United States Constitution while serving and protecting citizens and communities. My experiences in the United States Marine Corps, which include encounters with terrorists and joint operations with special operations forces and federal law enforcement, qualify me to educate and share my knowledge at Allen University.

Operations professional with solid background in streamlining processes and enhancing operational efficiency. Known for effective team collaboration and achieving results in dynamic environments. Skilled in process optimization and problem-solving, with reliable and adaptable approach to changing needs.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operations Specialist

United States Marine Corps
  • Meritorious promotion to Corporal (entry-level management) based on leadership and performance of 120 Marines of lower grade.
  • Served with 20 Marine teams in overseas deployments during operations for intelligence gathering missions.
  • Supervised the maintenance and combat operability of 12 attack aircraft and equipment worth $500 million.

Adjunct Professor

Saint Leo University
08.2024 - Current
  • Classes currently teaching or have taught:
  • Criminal Justice Ethics
  • Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)

Deputy Chief of Operations, University Safety

Saint Leo University
01.2023 - Current
  • Follows the orders and direction of the Chief of University Safety and Emergency Management.
  • Manage, train, and supervise 13 University Safety Officers.
  • Provide leadership and services for students, faculty, and staff, including logistical services, medical assistance when needed, and other services necessary for Saint Leo University.

University Safety Sergeant

Saint Leo University
01.2019 - 01.2023
  • Manage and train 4-7 University Safety Officers on the 2nd Shift (Busiest shift for incidents), including incidents and university events.
  • Educate students and ensure my officers are trained and equipped to ensure the safety and protection of the students, faculty, and staff per university policies and our core values of respect, integrity, community, excellence, responsible stewardship, and personal development.
  • Assist and execute all orders given and directed by the Chief of University Safety and Emergency Management and all other authorities under Saint Leo University policy.

University Safety Officer

Saint Leo University
08.2017 - 01.2019
  • Perform patrol functions on foot, patrol vehicles, golf carts, and bicycles.
  • Respond to approximately 30 emergency calls per month and render appropriate service.
  • Provide security and crowd control at sporting events at the university, including events that exceed 500 attendees.

Sales Associate

Wal-Mart
03.2017 - 08.2017
  • Managed stockroom and inventory. Reduced shrinkage and improved availability of merchandise.
  • Managed three sales floor associates in the Sporting Goods Department
  • Improved inventory control by 15 percent and increased sales by approximately 30%.

Assistant Manager

Family Dollar
12.2016 - 03.2017
  • Managed staff of 10 sales associates and decreased inventory shrinkage.

Shop Associate

Seven Springs Golf/Country Club
11.2015 - 12.2016
  • Managed inventory of $200,000 net worth of premium golf equipment.
  • Scheduled tee times and organized and managed golf tournaments of over 15 leagues.
  • Performed duties as directed by the head golf professional.

Assistant Manager

The Vitamin Shoppe
09.2009 - 11.2015
  • Managed and directed over 20 sales associates in three stores in 6 years, consistently increasing sales each year.
  • Performed duties as directed by the store manager.
  • Increased sales by 25% and decreased shrink to the lowest in the district in 2009/2010.

Education

Doctor of Criminal Justice -

Saint Leo University
05.2024

Master of Science - Criminal Justice

Saint Leo University
12.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Saint Leo University
12.2018

Skills

  • Communication
  • Project Planning
  • Legal and Protective Services
  • Decision Making and Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Customer Service and Sales
  • Public Speaking/ Professional Presentations
  • Veteran Advising
  • Personal Training

Affiliations

  • Omega Nu Lambda National Honor Society – Current Member
  • Alpha Phi Sigma – The Criminal Justice Honor Society- Current Member
  • Tau Kappa Epsilon – Honorary Member

Certification

  • Introduction to Incident Command System - CERTIFICATE
  • Leadership and Influence - CERTIFICATE
  • Decision Making and Problem Solving – CERTIFICATE

Awards

Navy Commendation Medal (2), Marine of the Year for 2nd Marine Expeditionary Forces 2000 (150,000 Marines).

Timeline

Adjunct Professor

Saint Leo University
08.2024 - Current

Deputy Chief of Operations, University Safety

Saint Leo University
01.2023 - Current

University Safety Sergeant

Saint Leo University
01.2019 - 01.2023

University Safety Officer

Saint Leo University
08.2017 - 01.2019

Sales Associate

Wal-Mart
03.2017 - 08.2017

Assistant Manager

Family Dollar
12.2016 - 03.2017

Shop Associate

Seven Springs Golf/Country Club
11.2015 - 12.2016

Assistant Manager

The Vitamin Shoppe
09.2009 - 11.2015

Operations Specialist

United States Marine Corps

Master of Science - Criminal Justice

Saint Leo University

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Saint Leo University

Doctor of Criminal Justice -

Saint Leo University