Jay Sparks

Pelham, NH 603-***-**** ac1ms5@r.postjobfree.com

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Security/Emergency Management and First Responder Professional Disaster Response Emergency Management Safety & Security Seasoned professional committed to the safety and well-being of individuals and communities. Recently completed a Masters of Arts in Emergency, Disaster and Crisis Management and returning to the workforce with advanced skills in the field. An asset to organizations seeking the highest standards of service and commitment.

Crisis Management

Crisis Action Planning

Control Systems

Emergency Center Operations

Government Collaboration

Safety and Compliance

Staff Management

Training and Development

Investigations

WORK HISTORY AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

DICK’S TV & APPLIANCE, Salem, NH May 2014 – Present Installer

Sales, delivery, installation, and servicing of major household appliances. Interim employment while pursuing a Masters of Arts to advance in my field.

AMERICAN PUBLIC UNIVERSITY, Charles Town, WV January 2015 – December 2016 Graduate Student in Emergency, Disaster, and Crisis Management Returned to school to advance my education and career opportunities. Primary area of focus was the utilization of social capital by engaging active partnerships with community organizations to promote community preparedness and resilience.

MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL, Boston, MA February 2001 – November 2011 Campus Police Officer

Promoted and maintained safety across the historic metropolitan research/teaching hospital as a sworn police officer. Enforced laws relative to the prevention of crime, the apprehension of offenders, the protection of property and persons, the preservation of public peace, and the control of traffic. Ensured compliance with all state law and local ordinances. Performed investigative duties, and related work as assigned.

• Worked cooperatively with various levels of staff, students, patients, and outside agencies.

• Provided training for new officers to ensure compliance with hospital policy.

• Ensured safety and security through physical access control and access control systems.

• Provided preventive maintenance of the integrated access control system ensuring The Joint Commission compliance.

WESTIN COPLEY PLACE, Boston, MA May 1998 – February 2001 Operational Supervisor

Protected the hotel’s 802-room facility, grounds, assets, employees, and visitors against criminal activity, accidents, and fires while providing outstanding customer service. Supervised a team of security officers including training and development.

• Supervised and conducted investigations to resolve internal and external dishonesty issues.

• Supervised and conducted investigations into industrial and consumer related accidents providing recommendations. for employee development and training to ensure continued safety and reduce company’s liability.

• Conducted inspections to ensure hotel’s compliance with OSHA and ADA regulations.

• Managed scheduling and planning for security for hotel events. Jay Sparks

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Additional Related Experience: TJX, Macy's, JCPenny, Leachmere, Asset Protection/Loss Prevention 1988-1998

EDUCATION

Master of Arts, Emergency, Disaster and Crisis Management, American Public University, Charles Town, WV Bachelor of Arts, Modern European History, Westfield State University, Westfield, MA VOLUTEER WORK

Knights of Columbus 2011 – Present

Deputy Grand Knight, Advocate, Inside Guard, Warden, Irish Night Fund Raising Chairman, Coats for Kids Chairman, Family Committee Chairmen Ancient Order of Hibernians 2012 – Present

Knights in Methuen 2017

Producer and co-host for a monthly cable access show about the service of the local Knights of Columbus councils in the Merrimack Valley ACADEMIC AND PROFESS IONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Order of the Sword and Shield (Omicron Sigma Sigma), Epsilon Pi Phi, Golden Key Society CERTIFICATIONS / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Reserve Intermittent Police Officer, NIMS/ICS/HICS/ICS-HE, Wicklander/Zulawiski Interview and Interrogation, Basic EMS Concepts for WMD Incidents, Terrorism Awareness for Emergency First Responders, Hazardous Materials Level C, Business Information Continuity, Cyber Ethics, Cyber Law and White-Collar Crime, Information Risk Management, Information Security

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