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