Uniontown, Ohio *****
330-***-**** ( **********@***.***
Paul s. alekna
objective
Seeking an outstanding, challenging, career opportunity in a
Security Management. Utilizing numerous years of
professional experience in extensive law enforcement and Loss
Prevention supervisory experiences; close coordination with
Executive Managers, and a desire to contribute to the safety
and overall security and risk management operations of your
company, physical assets and the opportunity to advance my
career.
SUMMARY OF certifications
Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy
Specialized training in Crisis Management
Instructor in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
Brass Rings Management Training Curriculum
American Red Cross First-Aid, CPR, AED Certified
John Reid School of Advanced Interview and Interrogation
Certified in Professional Selling Skills curriculum
Verbal Judo Certification
American Society of Industrial Security member
Summary of work experience
Allied Barton Security Services, Operations Manager/Officer
Columbus, Ohio May 2009-present
Directly responsible for day-to-day operations of 27
contract Security Accounts in the greater Columbus,
Central Ohio region, totaling approximately $2.5 million in
annual revenue. Responsible for recruiting, hiring,
staffing and training 150 employees required to staff 3000
hpw. Direct responsibilities include developing and
drafting Standard Operating Procedures, Risk Management
protocols.
Securitas Security Services, USA. Operational Branch
Manager/Fleet Manager
Northern Ohio October 2007-May 2009
Directly responsible for day-to-day operations of over 30
contract Security accounts in Northern Ohio, totaling
approximately $3.5 million in annual revenue.
Responsibilities include supervising 180+ security
employees, managing over 5000+ work hours, while
maintaining client relations, contract implementation,
developing an operating budget, scheduling and
hiring/training of Officers. Created Best Practices for
all accounts as well as managing and directing aspects of
Human Resources, Risk Management, Payroll, and
Profit/Loss management. Successfully negotiated contract
renewals and increases resulting in additions of new
business as well positive impact.
IPC International. Security Director
Akron and Canton, Ohio November 2005-October 2007
Effectively managed and lead by example the overall day-
to day operations of the Security Departments at two
shopping malls. Responsible for recruiting, developing and
training 20-30 employees to corporate standard,
administrative issues including, but not limited to
budgeting, proper deployment, center management and tenant
relations, as well as managing Risk Management processes
of each shopping center.
Burlington Coat Factory, Area Loss Prevention
Northern Ohio Territory April 2001-September 2006
Conducted physical plant and internal audits at multiple
store locations in Northern Ohio. Successfully completed
internal and external investigations yielding the return
of thousands of dollars of both funds and merchandise.
Managed audit processes as well as safety procedure
protocols.
City of Akron, Ohio Police Department. Police Officer
Akron, Ohio December 1992-June 2001
Assigned to Patrol Division. Completed accident
investigation reports, incident reports, answered calls
for community service. Recognized for being a "Field
Training Officer", as well as several letters of Valor for
performance "above and beyond the call to duty" including
being acknowledge on numerous occasions for leading the
patrol shift for performance.
Trained as a first responder to crisis/hostage situations,
including incidents of mass casualty, workplace violence.
education
UNIVERSITY OF AKRON Akron,
Ohio
Bachelor of Science: Criminal Justice/Political Science
Phi Eta Sigma/Alpha Lambda Delta, Scholastic National Honor
Society
REFERENCES
Mr. Gil Ratcliff, National Account Manager, Securitas
Security Services, USA. 440-***-****
Mr. L. Scott Fry, Area Vice President, Securitas Security
Services, USA. 216-***-****.
Mr. Craig Gilbride, Chief of Police, City of Akron, Ohio.
Mr. Richard Wilk, Branch Manager, Securitas Security
Services, USA, 216-***-****.
Mr. John Vavrus, General Manager, Simon Mall Corporation,
Akron, Ohio 330-***-****.