Objective
Dynamic Safety and Security/ HR & Operations Manager and Customer Service Professional with comprehensive experience in advising on the operational safety/security/HR of industrial and retail organizations.Skilled in creating and implementing corporate level adherence programs to local, state, and federal regulatory guidelines. Known for delivering detailed training programs to employee groups in the areas of compliance and security measures. A results-oriented professional committed to operational efficiencies and the achievement of high-profile corporate objectives.
Experience
NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINES, Honolulu, HI 2011 - Present
PRK DRILLING AND BLASTING, Winchester, VA 1998 – 2010
Operations Facilitator / HR / Safety-Security Officer
Directed career development and implementation of corporate safety and security protocols for the protection of general public and employees. Performed estimating procedures and purchasing of inventory of explosive products, fleet machinery, and vehicles.
• Directed compliance procedures and maintained appropriate records for local, state, and federal regulatory agencies: OSHA, VOSH, DOT, VDOT, ATF, FMCSA, MSHA
• Provided Human Resource services for employees to include Coaching/performance appraisals/employee personal and professional forums/progressive disciplinary procedures.
• Authored and delivered regulatory, security, and safety awareness training for current and new company personnel; ensured global understanding of and adherence to procedures reviewed in local, state, and federal audits. Tracked safety and security processes and improvements, managed changes in OSHA (and other regulatory bodies) guidelines and compliance requirements. Promoted “culture of safety,” evaluated/identified trends, made safety and security recommendations, and initiated behavior based safety and near miss management.
• Performed all new hire and recurrent training.
• Oversaw security and accident investigations and injuries and cooperated in the preparation of evidence for use in litigation and insurance investigations.
• Provided security and directed CDL Class “A” Transport of HAZMAT(Explosives) to and from jobsites.
• Advised copany heads on corporate policies, procedural issues, internal processes.
Key Accomplishments:
Created corporate safety program, implementing an innovative explosive accountability initiative that in part resulted in over 1000 accident-free work days.
? Challenged OSHA standard / regulation that put employees at risk by presenting argument in Washington DC (OSHA), resulting in an awarded decision from the Director of OSHA.
? Developed, implemented and maintained numerous company policies, including but not limited to: HM-232, Safety Policy and Plans, Drug Free Workplace Policy and Urinalysis Program.
GAMEDAY WEAR NO OFFSEASON, LLC, Winchester, VA 2008 – 2011
Co-Owner, Managing Director (part time)
Created and managed operations for a retail clothing company from inception through closure, including inventory management, accounting, human resources, and security protocols. Directed inventory oversight, maintaining stockroom safety processes and documenting purchasing data for accurate reporting purposes. Spearheaded a Loss Prevention program, partnering on the monitoring of surveillance equipment that minimized theft and guaranteed shoplifting apprehensions.
Created and implemented a specialized training and coaching program for new and existing employees, including performance review follow-ups for detailed evaluations of staff. Launched a targeted marketing and sales campaign, resulting in improved visibility and increased customer traffic. Maintained financial analysis and record-keeping that effectively tracked company progress, including the creation of cash flow reports, receipt documentation, invoicing processes, and end-of-year closing procedures.
ANTHONY’S RESTAURANT, Winchester, VA January 2008 – September 2010
Night Manager
Directed restaurant operations for an Italian American fare restaurant. Managed inventory, scheduling, human resource functions, and security protocols. Monitored actions of staff and customers to ensure that health and safety standards and liquor regulations were adhered to. Maintained budget and employee records, managed payroll, and accounting.
DOWN UNDER SPORTS BAR, Schodack, NY 1995 – 1998
Co-Owner
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS, Camp Pendleton, CA
Ammunition Technician
• Inspected Ammunition / Ordinance / Toxic Chemical Receipt, Storage, Handling, Supply / Issue, Accountability / Use, Transportation, and Security to determine serviceability.
• Developed Field Ammunition Supply Points.
• Interacted regularly with G and S shops for coordination of all Battalion / Line Company Field Operations.
Education
STCW Training – September 20111
The Travel Academy – January 10, 2011
7900 International Drive
Bloomington, MN 55425
Mosely Institute – Principles of Real Estate – July 29, 2005/January 1, 2010
Ingersoll Rand – Drill Division – Operational Theory and Maintenance – June 10, 2010
United States Department of Transportation
Multimodal Hazardous Material Transportation Training
May 22nd and 23rd 2007 / Raleigh North Carolina
Lord Fairfax Community College – Peer Today Boss Tomorrow – April 17, 2007
Lord Fairfax Community College – Essential Skills of Leadership – March 29, 2007
Skill Path – Managing Multiple Projects and Deadlines – January 6, 2007
Potomac Chapter ISEE – Safe Use of Explosives – November 2005, October 2006 and November 2009
Career Track – Excelling as a Supervisor – November 30, 2006
Skill Path – Essentials of Communication with Diplomacy and Professionalism – October 19, 2006
PGA Inc – Hazardous Materials Training Course – November 4, 2005
Blue Ridge Training Services Inc – Firearms Hangun Training Safety/Justifiable Force/Priciples of Marksmanship – September 2, 2005
Skill Path – How to Excel at Management – October 13, 2004
Skill Path – Buisness Writing and Grammer Skills – August 11th and 12th, 2004
Skill Path – Dealing Effectively with Unacceptable Employee Behavior – August 4, 2004
Skill Path – How to Negotiate with Vendors and Suppliers – July 13, 2004
National Recourse Center for OSHA Training – Training in Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry – March 11, 2004
Seismic Surveys Inc – Seismograph Operations Seminar – June 13, 2003, June 15, 2005, May 11, 2008
International Society of Explosive Engineers – Safe Use of Explosives – November 15, 2002
Redstaone Arsenal Alabama – Munitions Storage/Use/Disposal – Chemical Ordnance Disposal
Certification
Certifications
STCW 95
OSHA 510
OSHA 30 Hour
Class “A” CDL HAZMAT/Tanker Endorsements
Medical Examiners Certificate
TWIC
Merchant Mariner Credential
US Passport
VA Carry and Conceal
Columbia High School
962 Luther Road
East Greenbush NY 12061
Sept 81 – June 84
Skils
Safety and Security/ HR & Operations Manager and Customer Service Professional
Corporate Level Policies/Plans/Training
Safety Meetings
Take 5 Meetings
Drug and Alcohol Policy (OSHA, DOT)
Open Door Policy
Personal Protective equipment Policy (OSHA)
Violence in the Workplace Policy (OSHA, Corporate)
Accidents and Emergencies Policy (OSHA, DOT, MSHA)
Safety and Health Policy (OSHA)
Accident Prevention Plan (OSHA, DOT)
HM-232 Security Plan (DOT)
Corporate Security Plan (DOT)
Blast Plan
Hazard Communication (OSHA)
Safety Summary