Dow Chemical Security Specialist

Shelton Howard

Pearland, TX 346-***-**** ads152@r.postjobfree.com

Positive & personable Trainer with a passion for learning and teaching. Facilitates specific skill-based and on-the-job training to enhance student/employee competencies in alignment with established plans/curriculum. Annotates completed training objectives in appropriate systems, provides administrative support, and updates materials as needed. Communicates seamlessly with culturally diverse populations with varying learning aptitudes and assesses outcomes, adjusting information as necessary. Previously held Security Clearance.

Core Competencies

Adult Learning Models Learning Management Systems (LMS) Presentations/Public Speaking Excellent Communication Skills Project Management Training & Development Active Listening Computer/Software Proficiencies Administrative Tasks Feedback/Evaluations Technical Guidance Database Management Time Management Organized Critical Thinking MS Office Suite Facilitations Compliance Engaging & Captive Self-motivated Influential Training Materials

Professional Experience

Plant Emergency Services & Security Manager Dow Chemical Deer Park, TX 09/2014 – 08/2019

Provided site safety training; planned, resourced, and executed instruction to optimize operations.

Managed emergency response equipment and community notification systems when responding to fires, spills, hazardous materials incidents, and medical emergencies; documented emergency/security incidents; reviewed with senior management.

Conducted safety observations and reviewed preparedness plans; identified and corrected discrepancies.

Disseminated internal/external communications accordingly, contributing to elevated security services.

Served as SME on internal processes and procedures; exceeded business objectives and passed state/company audits.

Weapons Based Firearm Instructor Linxx Global Solutions Gulfport, MS 04/2011 – 08/2014

Instructed and evaluated up to 60 military personnel daily; developed lesson plans and program of instruction (POI); administered tests to survey student comprehension.

Tracked and updated student files in database; monitored health and well-being of personnel, intervening and counseling when necessary.

Reviewed training programs and implemented new materials/strategies to ensure quality education for all personnel.

Prepared classroom and laboratory for training, including ranges and remote sites; ensured safety of students and other instructors with zero mishaps/accidents.

Vertical Launching Systems Technician & Operator US Navy Honolulu, HI 11/2000 – 04/2011

Trained and mentored new technicians/operators; enhanced knowledge and productivity in the work center.

Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment ; performed monthly equipment audits and scheduled maintenance when necessary; updated in computer system.

Resolved problems of varying levels of complexity and prioritized tasks; prepared reports, and informed upper management; offered strategic resolution strategies to exceed mission requirements.

Participated in staff meetings and attended professional development classes/workshops; increased job knowledge.

Education & Specialized Training

B.S. PSYCHOLOGY UHCL Projected completion: 2024

AAS in Chemical Process Technology Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College

Specialized Training: Industrial Fire Fighter Certified Security Specialist (ECSS) Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Emergency Rescue Technician Hazmat Transportation Safety

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