Amanda Perkins

ad3luu@r.postjobfree.com

- 623-***-****

Education

Southwest Oregon College, July 1996- June 1998

Geology/ General Studies

Professional Experience

Transportation Security Administration Portland, Oregon

Explosives Detection Canine Handler February 2021-October 2022

- Conducted thorough passenger screening and Explosives Detection Canine threat assessment to ensure public safety.

- Guided and rewarded canines during threat mitigation activities, enhancing their effectiveness.

- Coordinated with Airport Screening Operations to align efforts and maximize security measures.

- Evaluated potential threats based on canine responses and took appropriate actions when necessary.

- Managed administrative tasks, including documentation of canine behavior and veterinary records.

- Coordinated and collaborated with other EDC program members, in scheduling work and training activities.

- Utilized risk-based security techniques and intelligence information to determine areas in

which to use canines to conduct random sweeps, support Law enforcements in exercises, and to act as a visible deterrent to potential terrorist threats or criminal activity and to align training to

mitigate known threats.

Transportation Security Administration Portland,Oregon

Explosives Detection Canine Program Assistant August 2019- February 2021

- Collaborated with Explosives Detection Canine teams and Transportation Security Officers to ensure public safety.

- Coordinated training and staffing for Canine events, Enhanced Screening, and threat mitigation activities.

- Conducted presentations on the PDX K9 program for new hires and stakeholders.

- Monitored security procedures, identified vulnerabilities, and communicated with law enforcement and management.

- Managed a successful Decoy Training Program involving over 300 volunteers.

- Played a key role in identifying and reporting threats to various law enforcement agencies.

Transportation Security Administration

Expert Behavior Detection Officer Portland, Oregon

12/2012 - 02/2016

-Created and delivered a series of training for the Behavior Detection Officer team such as incident report writing and data entry to input into the national informational and intelligence databases.

- Provided clear behaviorally specific performance feedback, make suggestions, and work

with individuals to develop improvement plans and achieve performance goals.

- Performed passive observation and engage in voluntary encounters with the public to

determine whether individuals may be involved in harmful activities against transportation

systems.

-Assessed multiple individuals simultaneously and use defined methods to detect unusual

behavior.

- Participated in activities designed to identify threats through appropriately deployed

technology or techniques as directed by Headquarters, FSD, or Assistant Federal

Security Director.

Transportation Security Administration

Master Behavior Detection officer Portland, Oregon

12/2008 - 12/2012

- Engaged with the public while simultaneously looking for deceptive cues and/or anomalies that deter from a constantly changing baseline.

- Presented intelligence briefings for management and partnering federal law enforcement agencies.

- Managed workloads and schedules for Behavior Detection Officers.

- Participated in activities to identify threats using deployed K9 resources.

- Provided performance feedback and support to Behavior Detection Officers.

Dunbar Armored

Armored Car Guard Phoenix, Arizona

12/2004 - 12/2005

- Transported liabilities from retail and bank stops, including special duties and details.

- Investigated and documented lost deposit parcels, ensuring proper follow-up.

-Trained, certified and licensed in firearm operations.

- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.

- Responsible for locating and accounting for all the other officers in the field during emergency situations.

Petsmart Phoenix, Arizona

October 2003- December 2004

- Conducted dog obedience classes for a diverse range of breeds and skill levels.

- Instructed pet owners in canine obedience, socialization, and communication.

- Offered personalized one-on-one sessions to address specific behavioral issues.

Certifications

Explosive Detection Canine Specialist Certification June 2021

TSA Passenger Screening Canine Decoy training August 2012

Lackland Air Force Base

Advanced Behavior Detection Certificate May 2010

Predictive Profiling and Security Questioning (Chameleon Training) February 2010

Customs Border Patrol Fraudulent Document -Certification July 2009

REID Technique for Interviewing and Interrogation Certification May 2008

Dog Training Certificate –Completed August 2003

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