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Walter Paul Kelley, Jr.

**** ****** ***** *: 910-***-****

Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469 **********@*****.***

Security Management Professional

Proactive Safety and Security Management Professional with 25+ years’ experience crafting focused and results-oriented safety and security policies to foster dramatic improvements in business operations. Demonstrated ability to align security operations with both organizational and legal regulations. Leverages superior project management expertise to create security directives resulting in reduced costs and increased efficiency. Forward-thinking leader adept at evaluating and responding to rapidly changing security environments.

Security – SWAT- Regulatory Compliance- Physical Security – Risk Assessments – Quality Assurance – Budgeting – Project Management -Team Training & Building – Organizational Development – Program Development – Strategic Planning

Emergency Vehicle Operator -Public Safety – Investigations – Policies & Procedures – Emergency Management – Safety

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Allied Universal Security- March 2018 to Present (School Year)

School Security Officer (Armed) - Patrol school, interact with staff, teachers, student and visitors in a positive manner. Provide armed security for the assigned school.

Code Enforcement Officer/ Beach Patrol, Ocean Isle Beach Police Department- May 2016 to Present (Seasonal)

Assist tourists and residents with compliance regarding beach ordinances, provide simple first aid, missing person’s search, and advise of beach environmental and wildlife concerns.

RDG-GCS Joint Venture III, Federal Protective Service, Philadelphia MegaCenter, Project Manager- 2012- 2016

Manage and direct 65 contract employees in a multistate 24 hour emergency dispatch and alarm center. Serve as liaison between the Federal law enforcement and the communications center.

* Improved morale.

*Implemented a new schedule for the dispatch staff that eliminated overtime.

*Created an environment of professionalism.

*Empowered the leadership to improve service to the field.

* Led strategic planning initiative

* Developed and conducted leadership training program for supervisors

City of Summit Police Department – Summit, NJ 1983 -2012

Enforces laws, maintains order, and protects the lives and property of the citizens of Summit.

Deputy Chief of Police (2007 to 2012)

Detective Lieutenant (2005 to 2006)

Lieutenant (2005 to 2005)

Detective Sergeant (2000 to 2005)

Sergeant (1991 to 2000)

Patrol Officer (1983 to 1991)

Fast-track promotion through a series of increasingly responsible leadership positions. Directs an urban/suburban police department and effectively executes projects to support a diverse range of initiatives. Leads a multi-generational work force during times of high stress, financial instability, and rapid change. Reports to the Chief of Police and provides motivation for 4 direct reports. Accountable for an operating budget of $750K and capital between $250K and $2M. Coordinates annual training needs for 48 sworn officers and 9 staff. Procured and manages a fleet of 20+ vehicles.

Walter Kelley M: 910-***-**** **********@*****.***

Utilizes a combination of creative management and technology to keep officers on patrol; upgrades computer devices and communications, mobile reporting, records management, and security systems. Develops after-school, senior citizen, and neighborhood watch programs to build coalitions within the community. Reviews accident reports, internal affairs complaints, and rule violations to deliver outstanding Risk Management. Provides superior Emergency Management by organizing drills, hazard mitigation, infrastructure security, and handling school emergencies.

Reduced accidents by 25% through the successful execution of new initiatives.

Orchestrated a Combined Dispatch Project with 3 local towns that will save each town approximately $150K a year; additionally, enables inoperability and a combined frequency for communication purposes.

Decreased juvenile arrests by 50% through the implementation of new juvenile crime programs.

Served as project lead on City Hall Security System project to upgrade and monitor 77 doors, panic alarms and logging/ID system, Computer Aided Dispatch, and Records Management System.

Supervised Accreditation Manager to certify that re-accreditation is on track and on time; achieved re-accreditation with complete success in 2010.

Administers the Records Management System that processes 25K+ reports and 2K + arrests each year.

Honored with the Good Samaritan Award for helping in the aftermath of the attacks on September 11, 2001.

Numerous call outs with the Union County Emergency Response Team

Instrumental in quelling an Immigration Prison Riot in Elizabeth NJ while assigned to Union County Emergency Response Team; awarded with a Chief’s Unit Citation for assistance.

Union County College – Cranford, NJ 2010 to 2012

Small community college that delivers high-quality learning to best prepare students for success in a dynamic world.

Adjunct Criminal Justice Professor

Selected to educate students owing to extensive knowledge of criminal justice and background in the public service sector. Participated in school retention initiatives by providing regular, accurate, and timely feedback to students and the school concerning academics, behavior, and attendance.

Motivated and led 35 students per class to excel and achieve their goals.

Developed syllabus and program for Introduction to Terrorism, Criminal Investigation and the Introduction to Criminal Justice classes.

Instructed Criminal Justice 101, Criminal Investigations, and Introduction to Terrorism

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS

Master of Administrative Science (MAS) – Farleigh Dickinson University – Teaneck, NJ

Bachelor of Science (BS), Criminal Justice – Kennedy-Western University –Agoura Hills, CA

Certified Public Manager (CPM) – Farleigh Dickinson University – Teaneck, NJ (2010)

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Emergency Management Institute – Professional Development Series

Princeton University – FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Seminar – Princeton, NJ (2005)

Princeton University – NJ State Police Lieutenants Leadership Seminar – Princeton, NJ (2003)

Northwestern University School of Police Staff & Command – Sea Girt, NJ (1999)

PUBLICATIONS

New Jersey State Police Chiefs Association Magazine – “The Five Practices of Exemplary Leaders” – October 2010

(http://content.yudu.com/Library/A1pcd1/TheNewJerseyPoliceCh/resources/index.htm?referrerUrl=)

New Jersey State Police Chiefs Association Magazine – “Managing Across Generations” – February 2010

(http://njsacop.timberlakepublishing.com//Files/FINAL%20FEB%20MAGAZINE.pdf)

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