Michael Edwards Email & Phone Number

New York, New York

Greater New York City Area

Eight years of demonstrated innovative leadership and management experience in Emergency Management, Emergency Services, Continuity of Operations earning a respected reputation for the achievement of challenging goals and organizational objectives. Expertise recognized by Local, State, Federal and DHS officials for developing and managing the Readiness program. I currently serve as the SORT Team Commander and emergency response manager, assisting higher graded employees in providing logistical and coordination support for emergency response activities. Lead the overall Emergency Preparedness and Response capability for Elizabeth Detention Center, including local applicable Emergency Responder and disturbance control response. Lead the development, implementation and management of the emergency management systems required to ensure full compliance with local, state, federal regulations as well as Immigration and Customs Enforcement Performance Based National Detention Standards

Greater New York City Area

Conducting private and commercial vehicle inspections within Fort Dix Military Compound to ensure entrants are free of contraband; Inspecting personnel identification documents, and vehicle permits; Directing vehicles and pedestrian traffic during emergency situations; Performing Antiterrorism or Security duties to deter detect and deny unauthorized access to installations, compounds, or facilities; Investigating unusual situations/conditions and taking required actions; Exercising apprehension and detention authority.

Greater New York City Area

Providing supervision to a five person security officer team and ensure rules and regulations are enforced. Make periodic walking tours through the building and grounds examining doors, windows, and gates to ensure they are properly secured. Screen the identification of employees, visitors and vendors. Conduct surveillance through CCTV system. Maintain facility access logs, Monitor room temperatures in all critical labs, investigate disturbances, and in the event of emergency, maintain order and safety of personnel; serve as liaison with local emergency response teams.

Bachelor’S Degree, Criminal Justice/Police Science, 3.5

Associate’S Degree, Criminal Justice And Corrections, 3.0