Security Specialist/K9

Currently enrolled at Southern New Hampshire University. I am 33 credits shy of obtaining my BS in Criminal Justice-Homeland Security/Counterterrorism with a certificate in Criminal Justice Communication. I have attended the police academy and have over 1800 hours of advanced training.

Additional Education:

• Explosives Detection Dog Handler, Southern Coast K9, New Smyrna Beach, Florida
• Explosives Detection Dog Handler, Hill Country Dog Center, Pipe Creek, Texas
• POST Instructor Training, Georgia Public Safety Training Center, Forsyth, Georgia
• K9 Handlers Narcotics Course, Enforcement Canine Inc., Watha, North Carolina
• Basic Probation Officer, Georgia Public Safety Training Center, Forsyth, Georgia
• Basic Law Enforcement Training, Northeast Georgia Police Academy, Bogart, Georgia
• Law Enforcement Basic Recruit, Withlacoochee Technical Institute (Criminal Justice Academy), Inverness, Florida

Walt Disney World-Orlando, Florida

Security K9 Handler, July 2019-Present

Provide physical security and deterrence with explosives detection canine.

Conduct on person checks at park entrances via a certified explosives detection canine. Perform random vehicle inspections. Respond to suspicious packages per request of management and complete vehicle and or locker searches by request of security management in the event of a workplace violence incident. Keep pertinent records daily, of canine activities, searches, and training. Report any health issues and vehicle problems to management in a timely manner and record such problems. Assist blues security hosts and management when needed while always making magic for guests.

American Canine Detection Services LLC – Reston, Virginia

Explosives Detection K9 Handler, 2012 to 2014

Performed vital security operations for the safety and well-being of the US Embassy.

Cared for assigned K9 including kennel care, diet, health, grooming, equipment checks, and training.  Supported US Military operation through Entry Point, Perimeter, and internals checks. Documented and reported all changes in the health of the K9, training, and K9 responses while on duty. Assisted the Iraqi army in assuring all vehicles entering the International Zone were free of explosives and weapons caches.

Key Contributions:

• Promoted national safety through diplomatic security efforts with the US Embassy.
• Controlled ingress and egress points.
• Enabled contract working dog to thrive in hostile environment.

Hall County Sheriff’s Office, Gainesville, Georgia

Deputy Sheriff & K9 Handler, 2000 to 2012

Provided physical security and education to promote a safer environment for all.

As the crime prevention coordinator for the Sheriff’s Office, I was given the task of scheduling and assigning all community outreach programs for up to 7 deputies. As a School Resource Officer, I controlled access and egress points, proactively patrolled, investigated, performed random drug searches utilizing a narcotics canine, and monitored security cameras to ensure campus security. Coordinated emergency crisis management protocols for 97 teachers and 5 administrators. Taught critical life-saving skills as a certified instructor to officers of all experience levels. Scheduled and managed approximately 6-8 deputies during special events including high school football, Basketball, soccer games and tournaments. Assigning posts and designating other assignments required to address situational needs.

Key Contributions:

• Awarded Life Saving Award for valorous actions in the field.
• Earned Crime Prevention medal for educational and outreach efforts.
• Obtained rank of Sergeant while managing Crime Prevention Unit.
• Aided local businesses with security consultations
• Conducted community out-reach by teaching Alcohol Drug Awareness Program (ADAP) to teens, identity theft classes to the elderly, and establishing neighborhood watch programs throughout the community.

Additional Experience:

• Surveillance Officer, Statesboro Probation Office (Georgia Department of Corrections), Statesboro, Georgia
• Police Officer, Statesboro Police Department, Statesboro, Georgia
• Police Officer & Drug Suppression Team, Toccoa Police Department, Toccoa, Georgia
• Emergency Response Team, SBI Nuclear Security, Crystal River, Florida
• Class D Security License (Florida)

• 21 years of combined experience in Law enforcement and security

CPTED, crime prevention, Explosives Detection K9, Firearms, instructor, Law Enforcement, Narcotics Detection K9, Security Operations, Securtiy, SWAT, Training

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