Operations Manager/Project Manager/Law enforcement, Security Manager
Resume:
Michael Fahs
Watchung, NJ *****
******@*******.***
Chief Operations Manager
Team Leadership Operations Management Project Management Strategic Planning
Process Improvements
Program Implementation Financial Analysis Forecasting & Budgeting Resource
Allocation Cash Flow Optimization
M & L C-Level Collaboration Business Development Vendor Partnerships MS
Office Suite Software & Media Applications
Seasoned, results-focused, and pragmatic Operations Manager with 20+ years of experience directing teams, delegating tasks, training staff, and monitoring performance to ensure optimal productivity. Dedicated private equity operations management professional who excels at resolving employer challenges that increase efficiency, customer satisfaction, and the bottom line, and understands the unique challenges to the private equity world. Results-focused team builder seeking to leverage background into an Operations Management role for a progressive organization.
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Work Experience
Chief Operations Manager/Managing Partner
The Carrar Company, LLC / DBNA Narva Millwork - Springfield, NJ
January 2017 to Present
Manage day-to-day operations including HR, IT, finance/budgeting, marketing, facilities at this multi-million dollar business with 30 full time employees and
12+ subcontractors.
Collaborate with C-Level Executives on budgeting, forecasting, and implementing effective resource allocation programs.
Execute operational and financial strategies which align with company’s business plan and strategic vision.
Strategically build and grow a world class industry leading organization in partnership with the CFO and ultimately achieve optimal financial results in respect to cash flow, profitability, mergers and acquisitions, and system controls.
Ensure headcount levels met operational demands by monitoring staffing initiatives, recruiting, interviewing, hiring and on-boarding top talent, terminating under-performers, coordinating payroll/benefits, and executing performance reviews.
Spearhead the development, coordination, and implementation of growth strategies which drive profitability.
Forge strategic partnerships with clients, vendors, banks, investors, and other stakeholders.
Formulated and implemented departmental and organizational policies and procedures to maximize output.
Oversee vendor relationship management: sourcing, contracts, and budgeting, with focus on quality and timeliness.
Operations Manager
All-Care Physical Therapy - Union, NJ
January 2014 to December 2017
Oversaw all operational functions included but not limited to risk-gap and cost-benefit analysis, synergy identification, strategic initiative planning and implementation, staff interviews and top-talent recruiting, as well as team performance management.
Collaborated closely with the Executive Team to direct strategic initiatives closely aligned with business goals.
Partnered daily with business and executive teams to understand needs and drive innovative business initiatives.
Spearheaded technology and operations goal implementations to streamline daily business processes and increase sales.
Authored company policies, procedures, system upgrades while staying within strict budget expectations.
Negotiated credentialing contracts and oversaw the billing with insurance companies.
Executive Protection Specialist
Private Party - Bernardsville, NJ
November 2011 to January 2014
Responsible for the overall security and protection of the client and their family, and perform ongoing threat assessment, risk assessment, and vulnerability assessments.
Protection program involving mapping out routes, understanding parking, entrances, and exits, and having a backup plan should any issues arise.
Additional responsibilities including driving and concierge services, event facilitation, liaising with hotels, airports, venues, and venue staff, and safeguarding highly sensitive and confidential information.
Patrol Sergeant
North Plainfield Police Department - North Plainfield, NJ
January 1995 to October 2011
Patrol Sergeant (3 years)
Provided first line supervision of officers to maintain proper discipline, conduct, welfare, and field training. Inspected personnel appearance and ensured compliance with all department rules and policies. Handled inquiries into personnel complaints against members and employees under command.
Assisted in briefing police officers on special tasks or assignments.
Patrolled the municipality, observing, supervising, and instructing subordinate officers.
Responded to major police, fire and accident calls.
Assisted and instructed subordinate officers in investigations and other unusual
situations.
Ensured that members of the department treated citizens and others with uniform
courtesy and consideration, and provide them with proper information and police
services.
Prepared and supervised the preparation of clear, sound, accurate, and informative
reports.
Supervised the field training of new officers.
Assisted in criminal investigations. Participated in the investigation of difficult cases.
Appeared in court and presented evidence when necessary.
Served as Headquarters Commander when needed.
Reviewed, returned or approved reports of subordinate officers. Corporal of Traffic Safety (5 years)
Responsible for managing 27 staff.
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Responded to general complaints of ongoing traffic issues, such as speeding and regulation of traffic at all special events.
Maintained and deployed traffic monitoring equipment such as the traffic counter and the speed trailer.
Responded to traffic related issues surrounding schools. Managed crossing guards
Maintained Breath Test Unit and ensured that department was sufficiently staffed..
Maintaining radar units and ensuring department was sufficiently staffed.
Tracked and document trace stats, to include tickets, warnings, and accidents.
Member and liaison to Somerset County “Collision Analysis Reconstruction Team”
Investigated all potentially fatal motor vehicle accidents within the borough.
Aided in the establishment of policies concerning investigation of accidents including
! training all employees in effective accident investigations and traffic enforcement.
Licensed Permit to Carry Firearms in all 50 States
Somerset County Police Academy, Hillsborough, NJ 1995
Specialized Training Certification
Civil Disputes
Basic Telecommunicate Emergency Medical Dispatch Breathalyzer
Street Survival
PR-24 & Weapon Retention
DWI
Top Gun
Sobriety Test Procedures
Tactical Handgun
Night Tactical Handgun
Crash Investigation
Vehicle Dynamics
Traffic Accident Reconstruction (Northwestern University)
Radar Instruction
Cell Block Management & Suicide Child Safety Passenger Technique Breathalyzer
Unarmed Self-Defense
PR-24 Recertification
Pressure Point Control
Highway Safety
Traffic Engineering for the Police Officer
Insurance Fraud
Motorcycle Crash
Tactical Shotgun
Basic Photography COPS-IN-SHOPS
CPS Update Refresher Motorcycle Collision Investigation Basic Work Zone Safety
Police Work Zone Safety
ASP Baton
Traffic Crash Investigation & Reconstruction
Alcotest 7110 MKIII-C
Leadership & Supervision
Assistant Operations Manager/ Security Supervisor
Federated Department Stores - Woodbridge, NJ
January 1988 to November 1995
Abraham & Strauss, Woodbridge/Paramus/Short Hills, NJ Assistant Operations Manager
Oversaw all operational aspects of high-volume, fast-paced retail environment, reporting
directly to operations manager.
Increased productivity and effectiveness of shipping and receiving area by streamlining
and reorganizing function.
Effectively implemented innovative "Best Practices" program in 30 days, preparing
incoming merchandise to be "floor ready," and reducing operational tasks for sales
associates and management.
Organized and controlled major renovation of building.
Provided "quick response" expertise and guidance to management, staff and customers.
Assisted in consolidation and closing of $65 million store.
Customer Service / Cash Office Manager
Managed busy customer service and financial offices.
Combined customer service and cash office departments to increase productivity and
decrease expenses.
Cash Office Supervisor/Security Supervisor
Supervised all operations of busy financial office.
Reduced office payroll budget.
Solved credit card fraud case involving $1 million.
Received frequent recognition and rewards for the detection of internal fraud. Investigator (2 years)
Directed security systems, error control and fraud detection, in large retail store
Supervised, trained and scheduled security staff.
First time in the history of the store, achieved no cash shortage.
Responsible for 165% increase in external apprehensions and 75% increase in internal ! apprehensions.
Education
Kean University 1995
Criminal Justice Major
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