ALFREDO CHALAS
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Protective Services Professional offering 8 leadership experience in the military and private sector. Career is supported by
current pursuit of a Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Psychology. Managed risk along multiple lines while serving in a 15 person
team conducting security patrols in Iraq. Recipient of multiple awards for outstanding performance and professionalism in the
United States Army. Passionate about personnel protection and physical security of an organization while assisting in the
meeting and exceeding of current standards.
Leadership Security Operations Customer Service
Intermediate Spanish Training and Development Organization/Communication
EDUCATION
John Jay College of Criminal Justice CUNY – New York, NY 5/2014
B.A. Forensic Psychology
Minor in Philosophy
Imperial Security – New York, NY 2012
8 hour pre-assignment Certification
16 hour Certification
Allianz Security Protection – New York, NY 2012
Fire Safety Officer Certification
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
United States Army Reserves – Various Locations 2003 – 2011
Laundry Specialist
Provided support to 3,000+ soldiers while deployed to Iraq; increased morale by providing clean clothing and
showers through set-up and maintenance of washing machines and shower facilities
Led a team of about 10 soldiers; provided positive mentorship for personal and professional development
Volunteered to serve in a 15 person team conducting security convoys; patrolled for improvised explosive devices,
suspicious activities, and spoke to Iraqi soldiers to obtain information regarding local activity
Served on a 5 person team providing construction support in addition to regular duties to aid other departments
during initial opening of Forward Operating Base, Hunter, Iraq; awarded the Army Commendation Medal for
superior performance
OTHER WORK HISTORY
Starbucks, Barista, New York, NY, 2007 – 2008
McDonalds, Crew Member, New York, NY, 2006
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
New York Hispanic American Shito-Ryu Karate-Do Center, Assistant Instructor & Brown/Black Belt, Bronx, NY, 2007
Instructed a group of 20+ students of diverse backgrounds, ages, and ranks
Led classes in Spanish and English
Esmirna Pentecostal Church Youth Group, President / Vice President / Secretary, Bronx, NY, 2006 – 2010
Led and mentored a group of young people ranging from 14 to 18 years old
AWARDS
Army Commendation Medal; Iraq Campaign Medal (x2)