James J. Schickel                                                                         

Professional Summary

Offers over 20+ years of experience in law enforcement & security services in both public and military sectors; Subject matter expert in all aspects of law enforcement and security with proven performance under pressure in today’s dynamic and ever challenging environments.  Seeking a  senior leadership position that affords the opportunity to provide critical support, seasoned counsel and timely assistance to a diverse and forward-moving organization.  Holds Active Secret Clearance. Holds In-Active TS/SCI.

Operations Management                      Crisis/Emergency Management                       Personnel Management

Budget Administration                             Performance Evaluations                             Training/Development

Project Development                                     Public Relations                                           Recruiting/Hiring

■      Served as Commanding Officer of Police Operations for 87-member federal police department.

■      Served as Officer-in-Charge of Special Operations & Training Unit; implemented rigorous training program.

■      Authored Personnel Safety & Survival Tips for Dealing with the Threat of Terrorism for distribution to all public sector employees in Los Angeles County and availability to the community at large.

■      Served as the key emergency manager of the Los Angeles County Office of Emergency Management; administered policies, procedures and training for emergency and homeland security operations.

■      Established and maintained best practices for national emergencies, natural disasters, major casualty incidents, crime reduction and workplace and community safety planning, preparedness and recovery.

■      Dignitary & Executive Protection Qualified: Extensive Entertainment Clientele List available upon request.

■      Received several military honors, including Meritorious Service Medal, Navy Achievement Medals and Marine Corps Good Conduct Medals.

Weapons Handler II-Lead          Lockheed Martin Corporation (IS3)                                2009-Present

Leader position that is responsible for Weapons Handler job functions as well as for helping coordinate the work of lower level site employees performing job functions such as Vehicle Inspection, Weapons Handling, Surveillance Detection, and Pass & Identification. Opens and closes establishments, assist with exceptionally difficult problems, troubleshoot, help organize operations, and keeps attendance and other records.

Sergeant Major/E-9 (Senior Executive Advisor)     U. S. Marine Corps (Active/Reserve)         1980-Present

Re-enlisted in the Reserves upon receiving Honorable Discharge following ten years of Active Duty. Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Commanding Officer, provides counsel, mentorship, and guidance at all levels. Perform evaluations, create corrective action plans and recommend awards, recognitions and promotions. Manages the leadership development program for directors, managers and employees. Participated in combat operations in Iraq.

Police Captain           Department of Defense, Marine Corps Police Department                 2006-2008

Commanding Officer of Police Operations.  Planned work for 75-subordinates, set and adjusted short-term priorities and prepared schedules for completion of work. Evaluated work performance and assured all tasks were performed timely and accurately in accordance with the Police Chief's law enforcement philosophy. Effected minor disciplinary measures, such as warnings or reprimands and recommended action in more serious cases.

Police Officer/Sergeant                     Los Angeles County Police                                          1993-2006

Coordinated daily operations of the bureau as the Adjutant to the Assistant Chief of L.A. County Police. Scheduled and supervised 100 police officers serving a 4,000-square-mile area as a field patrol supervisor. Oversaw trend analysis/forecasting, fiscal/service delivery reporting, and policy/procedure development. Performed incident reporting/tracking, preliminary investigations, mitigation, and advocacy activities. Supervised policing projects for parks and recreational facilities, such as at concerts and sporting events.

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■      Strayer University (pursuing BS/CJ in Homeland Security & Emergency Management; GPA 3.50)

■      University of Phoenix (Major Criminal Justice; GPA 3.85, 97-Credits)

■      Rio Hondo Community (Major Public Service; GPA 4.00, 22-Credits)

■      Graduate, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Academy

■      CA POST Certificates: Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, and Supervisory (Valid/Expires 12/01/2009)

■      CA Guard Card & Firearms Permit

■      CA POST Certified Background Investigator

■      CA POST Certified Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC) Instructor; includes Evasive Driving for High Value Target (HVT) Protection

■      CA State OES Certified Terrorism Consequence Analyst

■      CA State OES Certified Terrorism Liaison Officer (TLO)

■      CA State OES Certified Emergency Services Coordinator

■      CA State OES Certified Standardized Emergency Management Systems (SEMS) Trainer

■      CA State OES Certified Incident Command System (ICS) Trainer

■      CA POST Certified in Police Supervision

■      ILEA Certified Police Ethics Instructor

■      OSI Certified Bail Agent Pre-Licensing Qualified

■      OSI Certified Fugitive Recovery Agent/Investigations

■      PTC Certified Tactical Firearms Instructor

■      Certified Weaponless Defense, Weapons Retention, Counter-Assault Tactics and Safety & Survival Skills Instructor

■      Certified Anti-Terrorism Instructor

■      LSU Certified Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Instructor

■      National Safety Council Certified First Aid/CPR

■      International Association for Counterterrorism & Security Professionals

■      International Counter-Terrorism Officers Association                                                                                   

■      American Society for Law Enforcement Trainers                                                                                                  

■      Association of Threat Assessment Professionals                                                                                                    

■      California Narcotic Officers & California Gang Investigators Association’s

■      California Peace Officers Association                                                                                                                         

■      Marine Executive Association

■      Disabled American Veterans

■      Available Upon Request