Charles Cox Harris

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Dear Executive Search Committee:

As an executive, I am excited to see that a position with Graco Supply for Vice President o of Operations has opened, as it closely combines my operational background and my personal goals in helping others improve their life and improving companies. It is evident that my skills will be beneficial to your company, specifically in the following areas:

Staff Development

Throughout my career, my primary success has been through the training and development of prominent teams that are called upon to enter high-risk areas. It has been of utmost importance to deliver training quickly with measurable and lasting results. This is evident in the results I achieved at the current position by increasing production of trucked in waste 125%.

Social & Politically Astute

Held role of influencer in bringing strategies and action plans together from multiple sets of views within emotionally driven environments. Worked with law enforcement agencies on homeland security, immigration, and drug operations. Consulted/trained state departments on social programs, i.e. underage drinking and driving. Also, developed Community Emergency Response Team in readiness for mobilization at a moment’s notice.

Youth Advocate

Collaborated with officials from Midland School District, dramatically reducing student truancy by 85%. Facilitated the development of Teen Leadership Academy, a center for troubled youth that provides education with conceptual leadership, communication and family skills

Stewardship

Most important is my driving influence in serving others. It is said best “Live a life worthy of the calling you have received.”

I would be honored to have the opportunity to learn more of your company, and how I can help you attain your goals by contributing the same core values that I have exhibited in each and every step of my career. Together, we can make a difference in you company and the area you serve.

I would like the opportunity to visit with you to go over my vast different experience as a leader and manager.

Thank you for your consideration,

Charles Cox Harris

Charles Cox Harris

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General Management, Operations & Industrial Security Specialist

Protecting Resources n Engaging Stakeholders n Maximizing Profits

Hands-On Leadership

Team Empowerment

Budgeting & Cost Control

Strategic Partnerships

Risk Management

Recruiting & Making Deals

Safety & Security

Public Relations

Process Improvement

Accomplished Operations & Security Management Professional with exceptional communication and leadership skills and a demonstrated ability to streamline operations to increase efficiency and company profit. Strong background in innovative program development that increases employee motivation to exceed stated objectives. Consistently surpasses aggressive goals through strategic planning, comprehensive investigation, staff development and results-focused leadership. Demonstrated ability to budget and operate an enterprise to optimize resources and build shareholder value. Able to adapt and continuously learn in this changing world of safety, security and management. Hands-on approach and can-do attitude have formed an exemplary leader, manager and executive.

Professional Experience

GULF COAST WASTE DISPOSAL AUTHORITY, Odessa, TX

2012 – Present

Plant Manager – Odessa South

Manage industrial wastewater treatment facility including customer relations, contract administration, regulatory compliance, personnel and budget administration. Direct plant operations, oversee treatment process, maintenance and repair, and insure compliance with local/state/federal permits and regulations. Select, train, supervise, and evaluate assigned personnel. Plan, prepare, implement, and monitor departmental budget. Administer and track contracts with industrial customers including monitoring of pretreatment requirements and customer billing. Communicate with customers, regulatory agency personnel, vendors, local government officials, and GCWDA personnel.

Challenge: Develop facility, improve plant operations and recruit new business.

Rejuvenated facility, improved public relations, recruited customers and increased operational output from 345,000 gallons to a high of 2.56 million gallons per month (742% growth)

CHARLES C HARRIS COMPANY, Midland, TX

2011 – 2012

PRESIDENT & Senior Consultant

Provided security and safety consulting services, managed company assets and budget, directed marketing outreach, and worked on a variety of projects involving training, safety, oil and gas, and project development. Deployed in the field on safety projects, worked with Nova Safety as a sub-contractor, trained safety personnel in CPR / First Aid / H2S / general safety programs, conducted accident / incident investigations and photography. Strong working knowledge of OSHA, NIOSA, DOT and general health and safety rules and guidelines. Obtained designation as a MEDIC First Aid training center.

MIDLAND COUNTY CONSTABLE OFFICE PCT. 2, Midland, TX

1999 – 2011 (retired)

Constable

Prepared, presented and oversaw annual agency budget. Worked with area Law Enforcement on matters of homeland security, immigration and drug operations. Developed local program to partner with area businesses in matters pertaining to risk management, security and personnel safety. Utilized extensive law enforcement and leadership skills to successfully develop Office of the Constable into a functional law service provider. Scope of responsibility included performing criminal investigations, enforcing State laws, serving as court bailiff, consulting with the State Alcohol Beverage Commission on Project Shattered Dreams (educational program detailing dangers of underage drinking and driving), executive protection, industrial accident investigations and anti-terrorism operations. Directed protection team operation in West Texas area for high profile individuals. Worked and trained local businesses in the areas of safety, security, loss prevention and personnel protection.

Charles Cox Harris

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-- MIDLAND COUNTY Experience continued --

Earned trust of voters and elected officials to develop, implement & manage $225K annual operational budgets

Collaborated with officials from Midland School District, dramatically reducing student truancy by 85%

Facilitated development of Teen Leadership Academy, a center for troubled youth that provides education with conceptual leadership, communication and family skills

Developed Community Emergency Response Team to be prepared to help during disaster and time of need

Provided protection details for State Government Officials, VIP’s, and personalities in the entertainment community when visiting the area

ADDITIONAL CAREER EXPERIENCE:

Instructor Odessa College Law Enforcement

Associate Professor Howard College Criminal Justice

General Manager, Protector & Associates’ Security Services

Investigator, Texas Department of Protective & Regulator Services

Senior Chief Security Officer, Carnival Cruise Lines

Director of Pre-Trial Release Unit, Midland Judicial District

Education n Professional Development n Awards

MASTER OF EDUCATION- Government – Education (Pending)

Angelo State University, San Angelo TX

BACHELOR of Science – Law Enforcement Police Science

Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, TX

ASSOCIATE of SCIENCE – Security Management

Executive Security International, Aspen, CO

CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Certified Hazardous Material Specialist w Maritime Safety Instructor w Emergency Management Specialist

Incident Command System Certified w First Aid, CPR, H2S Instructor w Certified Personal Protection Agent

Tactical Security Certified Specialist w Criminal Justice & Safety Training w EMT Nationally & TX Certified

w Class D Waste Water License w Certified Safety Director (pending) w ASIS Professional Certified Investigator (pending)

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS) w Northeast Volunteer Fire Department

Permian Basin Petroleum Association w National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT)

w National Association of Safety Professionals (NASP) w American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI)

SPECIALIZED TRAINING

Law Enforcement Administration, Texas Constable’s Leadership College

Ethics: Train the Trainer, Institute for Law Enforcement Administration / Center for Law Enforcement Ethic

Emergency Medical Technicians Disaster and Trauma Training (active Shooter)

Advance Executive Protection Detail Training

Advance Executive Protection Program, Intelligence Gathering & Investigation Program (Agent Certification)

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

Law Enforcement Achievement Award for Public Service (2007)

Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards & Education

National Community Service Award (2008), National Constable Association

Constable of the Year (2009), West Texas Justice of the Peace & Constable Association

Letter of Appreciation for Service during Flooding & Rescue Operation (2010), Midland Fire Department

Odessa Chamber of Commerce, Chamber Board of Director member

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