Manager Security

Larry Trogstad

(cell) 218-***-**** *********@*****.*** 4269 15th street NW, Bemidji, Minnesota 56556

Accomplished and results driven professional recognized for quality performance, commitment to excellence, and demonstrated ability to

communicate and working with senior management, associates, customers and clients. Has an excellent interpersonal skill, able to

communicate and collaborate effectively with co workers at all levels. Self motivated and can work equally well independently, or in a team

environment. Currently holds a DOD Secret Clearance since 2009, and Top Secret clearance through OPM since October 2010.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

E X C E L L E N T S T R A T E G I S T Provide solutions that boost productivity and efficiency across the organization. Quickly identify problem

areas and implement effective solutions to meet goals.

E X C E P T I O N A L O R G A N I Z A T I O N A L S K I L L S Consistently recognized for exceptional talents in needs analysis and problem resolution in

fast paced environments.

STRONG SENSE OF RESPONSIBILITY Solid professional standards; excellent track record of dependability. Maintain focus on

achieving results while implementing solutions to meet a diversity of needs.

A D M I N I S T R A T I O N A N D M A N A G E M E N T Knowledgeable of business and management principles involved in strategic planning,

resource allocation, leadership technique, and coordination of people and resources.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Armed Security

EODT (Afghanistan) January 2011 PRESENT

Provide armed security for tier 1 client and other government agencies at undisclosed locations during wartime in

operations in Afghanistan.

SF 312 prohibits disclosure or release of any further information.

Senior Loss Prevention/Security Agent:

HERBERGERS DEPARTMENT STORE (BON TON CORPORATION) Bemidji, Minnesota August 2010 January 2011

Provide a safe and productive environment for employees, associates, and guests of Herbergers Department store by using

proactive security measures such as video surveillance, electronic security devices and physical tracking methods. Locate and

detain persons in the act of committing crimes within the borders of property owned by BON TON Corporation.

Initiate investigations into internal and external theft reports. Report any illegal activity to local law enforcement within the scope

of criminal justice guidelines.

Security Specialist, Intelligence Officer, Linguist Manager: January 2009 June 2010

EOD TECHNOLOGY, INC. FOB Falcon, Iraq

Provide an excellent and professional service as an intelligence officer, and linguist manager in support of Multi National Force Iraq

(MNFI), US Army and Operation Iraqi Freedom.

QRF Team (1 yr.)

Serve as handler of explosives for training Detection Dogs and Patrol Dogs.

Supervise entry control points, search lanes, and perimeter towers as well as the Badging office process for VIP’s, Local nationals, and

Third country Nationals.

Manage a mixed security detail of Iraqi Interpreters and Ugandan guards as well as numerous sensitive items within the boundaries of a

Forward Operating Base.

Collaborate with Military counterparts and conduct various training scenarios for Mass casualty scenarios on a regular basis.

Skillfully manage both Eastern and Western Block weapons rooms.

Work shoulder to shoulder with coalition forces on intelligence gathering missions as well as surveillance and observation missions.

Certified operator of highly technical scanning/ detection devices such as RVACIS, SAPPHIRE and Hiide biometric and detection

systems.

Instruct and qualify AK 47, PKM machine gun to Ugandan guard Force members.

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Corrections Officer, (Sworn),Defensive Tactics instructor:

Beltrami County Sheriffs’ Office September 1999 December 2008

Protected and maintained integrity of jail structure, jail staff, visitors, and inmates.

Ensured proper identification, categorization and disposition of detained persons through biometric means such as fingerprints,

(electronic and ink), and photo recognition and photo lineups.

Gathered intelligence through covert or overt means in the continuing pursuit of safety and order. This information commonly generates

reports that are passed up the chain of command for further assessment and evaluation.

Applied for, tested, and was assigned to the Civil Process Division where I located, tracked, and documented sometimes evasive,

uncooperative or hostile persons who were served court ordered documents.

Taught situational awareness and defensive tactics to law enforcement agencies as well as certain civilian groups approved for by the

Sheriff.

Information Specialist:

Homeland Security

Minnesota Joint Analysis Center (MNJAC) November 2004 –January 2007

Chosen by joint effort between Dept of Homeland Security, FBI, and Minnesota Sheriffs’ association to be 1 person to conduct

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information gathering and sharing initiative.

Collect, evaluate, maintain and disseminate accurate information and planning protocol regarding suspicious activity along Canadian

border.

Conducted many strategic debriefs with law enforcement officials regarding possible terrorism activity.

Developed and activated anti terror plans and planning guidance to Federal, State and Local law enforcement agencies.

Performed threat and vulnerability assessments of critical infrastructure, key assets, hard and soft targets.

Liaison between anti terror agencies to obtain, analyze and disseminate information accurately and efficently.

Coordinated and facilitated Homeland Security planning and requests for information from partners.

Generated reports, both written and verbal to be passed up the chain of command.

Conducted many fact finding missions such as mass gathering, and border threat and risk assessments.

Photographed, documented and monitored specific areas along the international border where illegal traffic potentially occurs.

Routinely conducted public and private speaking engagements to promote and instruct the gathering of information and intelligence

protocols.

Researched numerous hours of critical infrastructure strengths and weaknesses, and made recommendations.

Gained progressive professional growth, and expertise in the anti terrorism arena.

Sniper school assistant:

Law Enforcement tactical Training Association May 2002 June 2008

Prepared classroom and shooting range for multiple shooting agendas and scenarios.

Was held accountable for weapons, radios, and training equipment to be used during Sniper course.

Assumed role as scout spotter for Sniper students during tactical field exercises in the event of an odd number of students.

Performed role as needed for training exercises such as hostage, suspect, etc.

Demonstrated tactical cover and concealment procedures to show effectiveness in urban and wildland environments.

Assisted course instructors as needed to ensure a safe and professional learning environment.

Security Director:

Forsteby theater, Bemidji Minnesota November 2003 August 2005

Scheduled, trained and directed plain clothed Sheriffs’deputies and Police officers providing security to high profile entertainment

personalities and international ambassadors.

Collaborated with booking agents to provide security for entertainers.

Security Manager:

Northern Inn and Suites Hotel, Bemidji Minnesota November 2001 September 2003

Scheduled, trained, and directed 8 person security team at 300 room Hotel and convention Center.

Provided armed and unarmed protection for visiting VIPs.

Provided safe and secure environment for mass gathering events.

Responded to and resolved any incident relating to security concerns.

College Professor, Criminal Justice

Leech lake Tribal College, Cass lake, Minnesota September 2003 January 2005

Taught Minnesota traffic laws.

Taught Minnesota Juvenile laws.

Taught Physical Education.

These classes demanded many hours of class preparation, agenda planning, student tutoring, and testing responsibilities.

Emergency Room technician

San Joaquin County Hospital, Stockton, California August 1992 May 1993

Performed EMT/Paramedic duties in high volume, fast paced emergency room.

Assisted Emergency Room Doctors in providing acute care to people in critical need.

Documented and charted all aspects of medical care given to patients.

Provided accurate and timely reports to nursing staff and Doctors.

Police officer

San Joaquin Delta Police department Stockton California September 1989 August 1992

Maintained law and order on campus setting with 18,000 domestic and multi cultural, international students.

Evaluated and determined if a crime had occurred, and made independent decisions as to the appropriate response.

Memorized large quantities of complex and detailed material including Penal codes, legal terms, policies and procedures, laws of arrest,

search and seizures, and laws of arrest.

Performed hundreds of field interrogations in order to obtain viable information on past crimes, and /or potential future crimes.

Investigated crimes committed by, or upon college students.

Interviewed suspects and witnesses as needed for investigations of criminal activity.

Prepared detailed reports for legal proceedings for investigations of criminal activity.

Provided escorts for personnel and high value items.

Security Supervisor/ Emergency Medical tech:

Oakwood lake Resort, Manteca Ca. April1989 September 1989

Oversaw the day to day operations of 13 security officers at a 300 campsite, recreational resort and 120 permanent residences.

Responded to all medical and security related issues involving employees, staff and guests of the park.

Provided security supervision for entertainers and guests of large outdoor music concerts.

Ambulance Service Manager/Emergency medical tech:

Midwest Ambulance Service, Ada Minnesota September 1988 April 1989

Managed rural ambulance service, including responsibilities such as scheduling, inventory, training and other miscellaneous duties as

needed.

Performed EMT skills on basic Life Support Ambulance during normal shift rotation.

Gained progressive professional growth and expertise as a qualified EMT and manager.

Emergency medical Tech II:

Stockton Ambulance Service. June 1987 August 1988 & April 1989 April 1992

Responded to calls for service of the sick or injured in high call volume areas.

Performed life saving skills within EMT Scope of practice on Advanced Life Support Ambulance in Stockton Ca.

Transported persons in need of hospital care to appropriate facilities.

Assisted ER staff with critical patients until adequate hospital staff was available.

Generated reports of medical care given, and submitted them to Hospital and Ambulance administration.

Loss Prevention Agent:

Macys’ Stockton California August 1986 April 1987

Monitored potential theft suspects and detained them as policy and California law mandated.

Provided security for the employees of MACYS’.

Provided escorts for personnel, high value items, and currency transfers.

Documented all incidents of apprehensions.

Notified law enforcement as needed for suspect apprehensions.

Performed internal theft investigations as needed.

EDUCATION and PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Peace Officer Standards and Training Academy:

Stockton California May 1991

Chemical agents (instructor) 2001-2005

Controlled F.O.R.C.E. (Instructor) 2001

Domestic Preparedness WMD Awareness, 2003

Expandable Baton (Instructor) 2001-2005

EMT I & II 1987

Firearms Safety &Tactical application 1990, 2003, 2004

First responder, CPR and AED certifie1999 to 2007

Ground I Fighting (Instructor) 2001

Ground Fighting II (Instructor) 2002

Incident Response to Terrorist Bombing (Instructor) Socorro, New Mexico, 2005

Patrol Response to Clandestine Methamphetamine Labs 2004

Pressure Point Control Tactics PPCT (Instructor) 2001-2004

Spontaneous Knife Defense (Instructor) 2004

State and Local Anti Terrorism Training (SLATT), 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008

(Islamic and Arabic Culture, Terrorist indicators, Domestic terrorism, Intelligence, Explosives and Suicide Bombers) 2008

Street Survival Tactics for Law Enforcement 2003

Taser M-26 2005

Taser X-26 2005

Terrorism Awareness, 2002

Terrorism Awareness (WMD), 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006

Terrorism and Emergency Preparedness, 2006

Terrorism Trends and Tactics 2006

Verbal Judo, 2000

WMD awareness 2003, 2004

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