Chris Kopp Email & Phone Number

Bradenton, Fl, Us

Bradenton, Florida, United States

As the Deputy Director of Human Resources for Manatee County Government, I assist with managing and overseeing the full range of HR services and operations. I provide leadership across assigned divisions, programs, and functional areas, ensuring alignment with the County’s strategic goals and vision. I serve as an advisor to senior leadership on HR issues and help guide critical decisions.I am responsible for developing and implementing policies, procedures, and work standards that enhance organizational efficiency. I lead efforts in strategic planning, organizational development, policy oversight, and succession planning, ensuring the County’s workforce is well-prepared for future challenges. Additionally, I collaborate with budgeting and financial management, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively to meet departmental objectives.

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Providing safety training and security consulting services to businesses, organizations, schools, and houses of worship. Specializing in:- Active Survival: ABC'S Active Threat Response Plan- Workplace Violence- Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) Security Surveys- NFPA 3000 ComplianceInventor of the Barricade Box, a life-saving temporary door barricade device.

Longboat Key, Florida, United States

Research and investigate any health, safety, and welfare issues within the Town to ensure compliance with Town, State and Federal codes and regulations. Partner with property owners, businesses and community groups to achieve voluntary compliance and enhance the quality of life within the Town. Areas of focus include the Florida Building Code, zoning, property maintenance, wildlife, and rental properties. Provide the Town Commission with updates to the Code of Ordinances. CrisisTrack system administrator for the Town of Longboat Key. Facilitate drills with staff for post-storm damage assessments. Maintained and reconciled a government procurement card. Handled requests from the media about code enforcement cases and sea turtle protection.Professional Development- FEMA Coastal Hazards Awareness- Florida Preliminary Damage Assessment- Code Officer Safety Specialist (COSS)- FDEP Qualified Stormwater Management Inspector- F.A.C.E. Level I (Fundamentals of Code Enforcement)- F.A.C.E. Level II (Administrative Aspects of Code Enforcement)

Charlotte, North Carolina Area

Responsible for creating and enabling communication between the law enforcement professionals within Mecklenburg County and both news media outlets and general public.

Charlotte, North Carolina

Supervisor for the Education Outreach and Youth Services Division for the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department. The Education Outreach and Youth Services Division consists of the Crime Prevention Unit and the School Resource Officer Unit. Develops, implements, coordinates and evaluates division crime prevention efforts aimed at protecting the citizens of Charlotte from victimization by anticipating, recognizing and assessing the crime risk opportunity. Conducts live and pre-recorded interviews with television and radio media outlets while upholding a positive image of CMPD. Builds an effective working partnership with the media to coordinate public awareness regarding various CMPD community events and programs.Professional Development- N.C. Advanced Law Enforcement Certified- N.C. General Instructor- Advanced School Resource Officer- Public Safety Leadership Institute- International Crime Prevention Specialist- Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) Specialist- Crisis Negotiation- Range Safety Officer- ALERRT Certified Instructor- ALICE Certified Instructor- Smith & Wesson Military & Police Armorer- Advanced Shooting Reconstruction Expert- Officer Involved Shooting Reconstruction Expert- Tactical Combat Casualty Care

Charlotte, North Carolina

Adjunct Instructor for the CPCC Criminal Justice program.

Concord, North Carolina

Preserved order while enforcing county, state, and federal laws. Co-Commander for the Cabarrus County Honor Guard.

Margate, Florida

Assigned to the Patrol Division. Provided quality firearms training to entry-level law enforcement recruits and in-service law enforcement officers. Served on the Margate Police Honor Guard and the Broward County Multi-Agency Honor Guard.Professional Development- General Instructor- Firearms Instructor- Patrol Rifle Instructor- Fire Arms Training Simulator (FATS) InstructorAwards- Company Commander Award- Officer of the Month, December 2009

Honorably Discharged. Primary specialty as a Disbursing Auditor with a secondary specialty as a Primary Marksmanship Instructor. Spent over six years training Marines in their marksmanship with various firearms.Professional Development- Training Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC)- Terminal Area Security Officer (TASO)- Information Systems Coordinator (ISC)- Staff Non-Commissioned Officer Non-Resident Leadership Program- Sergeants Non-Resident Leadership Program- Corporals Leadership Course- Non-Commissioned Officer Symposium- WebmasterAwards- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal x2- Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal x2- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal- National Defense Service Medal- Secretary of the Navy Letter of Commendation- Navy Unit Commendation- Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation- Rifle Expert x7- Pistol Expert x6- Marine Corps Service Member of the Month, May 2003- Gold Medal, John C. Garand Open Championship

Master Of Science (M.S.), Criminal Justice Administration

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Criminal Justice Administration

High School Diploma