XAVIER L. SHIPMAN
Saint Leo,FL
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in university safety and operations at Saint Leo University. Proven track record in leadership, enhancing team performance, and improving safety protocols. Skilled in decision-making and critical thinking, successfully managed diverse teams while achieving a 30% increase in sales in retail environments. Committed to fostering a secure and supportive community.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Professor
Saint Leo University
Saint Leo, FL
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
Saint Leo, FL
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
Saint Leo, FL
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
Saint Leo, FL
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
Bushnell, FL
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
Tampa, FL
12.2016 - 03.2017
- Managed staff of 10 sales associates and decreased inventory shrinkage.
Shop Associate
Seven Springs Golf/Country Club
, FL
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
Cary, N.C./Miami
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.
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.
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
- Non-Commissioned Officer of United States Marines
- Classroom and Team Management
- Time Management
- Collaboration
- Emotional Intelligence
- Retail Management
- Personnel Management
- Inventory Management
- Conflict Resolution
Certification
- Introduction to Incident Command System - CERTIFICATE
- Leadership and Influence - CERTIFICATE
- Decision Making and Problem Solving – CERTIFICATE
References
- Fanny, McKenzie, Federal Investigator, Fanny.mckenzie@icloud.com, mckenzie.fanny.m@dol.gov, (513) 212-9461, (813) 460-1568, United States Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division
- Frank, Hernandez Jr., Adjunct Professor, College of Business, Frank.Hernandez@saintleo.edu, (352) 470-5496, Saint Leo University
- Matt, McGough CAPM, Deputy Chief of Administration Department of University Safety, matthew.mcgough02@saintleo.edu, (352) 588-7556 (o), (352) 238-9438 (m), Saint Leo University
Awards
Navy Commendation Medal (2), Marine of the Year for 2nd Marine Expeditionary Forces 2000 (150,000 Marines).
Volunteer Experience
Circle of Veterans, Dade City, FL, 2017, Present, Maintenance of homeless shelter and care of homeless veterans
Affiliations
- Omega Nu Lambda National Honor Society – Current Member
- Alpha Phi Sigma – The Criminal Justice Honor Society- Current Member
- Tau Kappa Epsilon – Honorary Member
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
Doctor of Criminal Justice -
Saint Leo University
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Saint Leo University
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Saint Leo University
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