John R. Gavin II
Columbus, OH *3209
614-***-**** • ***********@*****.***
Summary of Qualifications
A highly motivated professional passionate in providing quality safety and security to people and assets. Strengths include: the ability to develop emergency response plans and procedures, analyze risks to minimize losses, and the ability to establish interpersonal relationships with colleagues.
●Knowledge of public safety
●Team building and development
●Leadership and management
●Active listening and learning
●Social perceptiveness
Systems evaluations
Work Experience
JCPenney Logistics Center Asset Protection Team Lead Expert Oct.2015- Present
●Coordinate and conduct internal investigations for employee theft and violations of company Asset Protection policies
●Develope and Implement tatics/measures to effect bottom line results in shortage control
●Train Asset Protection/Operations staff on loss control and prevention measures
●Monitor and review paperwork procedures to prevent error-related shortages
●Coordinate CCTV surveillance and review by Asset Protection staff
●Coordinate intsall/maintenance of CCTV systems.
●Respond to medical emergencies by administering basic first aid, and obtaining assistance from paramedics
●Perform duties of loss prevention associate
●Assist Asset Protection Manager in administartive duties
●Maintain associates schedules
JCPenney Logistics Center Loss Prevention Associate Aug.2015- Oct. 2015
●Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises
●Inspected and adjusted security systems and equipment to ensure operational use
●Patrolled facility premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and theft
Macys Stores, Inc. Asset Protection Detective July 2014- July 2015
●Responded to customer and associate incidents to facilitate first aid and minimize company liability
●Recovered stolen merchandise and apprehended shoplifters which committed fraud or other criminal acts against the company
●Investigated criminal violations against a person or property of any customer or associate that was committed on company premises
●Prepared prompt and complete reports relative to all theft incidents, merchandise recoveries, accident investigations, audits, and other activities as assigned by the Asset Protection Manager
●Promoted shortage awareness and theft deterrence among associates by conducting meetings and participating in training events
The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. Loss Prevention Associate Feb. 2013- July 2015
●Detected and apprehended shoplifters
●Assisted in internal theft and employee policy violations investigations
●Prepared incident and investigation reports
●Developed and implemented shortage action program, and raised shortage awareness among associates
●Performed audits to evaluate compliance of merchandise protection standards
United States Coast Guard Boarding Officer/Boat Crew April 2007- Dec. 2012
●Provided environment protection and water law enforcement by interdicting illegal immigrants and drug trafficking
●Performed water search and rescue missions in emergency situations
●Performed tasks in connection with deck maintenance, small boat operations, and supervising all personnel assigned to ship’s deck force to ensure the safety of all personnel
Awards & Recognitions
Sailor of the Quarter (2010)
Boarding Team Member (2008-2012)
Boat Crewmen (2007-2012)
Communication watch stander (2007-2012)
Rifle Sharpshooter (2008)
Team Accommodation Award, Ice Search and Rescue (2010)
Team Accommodation Award, Presidential Escort (2011)