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LeRoy Patterson Jr.

Yeadon

Summary

Experienced professional with strong leadership and relationship-building skills. Exceptional leader with outstanding relationship building, training and presentation skills. Confident in promoting effective communication, and time management skills. Offering more than 23 years of experience in the areas of climate and safety. Considered driven, talented, smart and a valuable addition to any team. Adept at juggling multiple tasks and working under pressure. Highly motivated with solid experience managing all levels of school security, including budgeting and administration.

Security professional with proven track record in maintaining secure environments and developing safety protocols. Known for effective incident management and proactive risk mitigation. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results through adaptable strategies.

Experienced with implementing security protocols and emergency response plans. Utilizes risk assessment techniques and safety training to ensure secure environment. Track record of effectively managing security incidents and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Safety and Security Coordinator

Harambee Charter School
05.2021 - Current
  • Managed access control systems, ensuring only authorized individuals gained entry into secured areas.
  • Contributed consistently to the development and improvement of company-wide security policies, upholding best practices in all aspects of work.
  • Supervised and provided day-to-day support to security staff, issuing guidance on management of security situations as they arose.
  • Assessed existing security infrastructure for vulnerabilities, recommending upgrades as needed to maintain optimal protection levels.
  • Established a strong security culture by promoting vigilance and fostering collaboration among employees.
  • Provided comprehensive security training for staff, leading to improved awareness and adherence to safety procedures.

RF Technician

Crown Castle (contractor Through KMS Wireless)
01.2019 - Current

Perform various duties involving the ATP Process for Mini Macro Radios including Volte and e911 testing, Hub Prepping, installing or changing SFPs, connecting or flipping fiber, as well as Trouble Shooting if problems arise which include verifying connections, checking fiber light levels, etc.

Perform CW Drive Testing - setting up an Antenna and Transmitter at proposed sites and performing cable loss test.

Perform various duties involving Verizon Ions including ATP testing, Serf and Module replacement, and Hub Trouble Shooting.

Review PIM and Sweeps test.

Review A&E Tracker and RF Tracker to update spreadsheets.

Completed assigned company Safety/Training courses.

Director of Security and Climate

Chester Upland School District
08.2013 - 11.2018
  • Oversaw a team of up to 32 security officers/climate managers and managed administrative duties, including scheduling and performance evaluations.
  • Analyzed and investigated all incidents alongside functional management and security supervisors.
  • Improved security awareness by holding workshops for up to 400+ company employees.
  • Assessed ongoing risk factors and suggested improvements to senior management.
  • Prepared operating budget.
  • Created and maintained inter-agency relations with local City and County Law Enforcement and emergency management agencies.
  • Oversee and manage the school district emergency response safety plan.
  • Established and facilitated ongoing training for security officers and climate managers.
  • Oversee the school district SNS (strategic national stockpile) program in coordination with the City of Chester and the Delaware County Emergency Management Agency. 

School Police Officer (Regional Supervisor - Lieutenant)

The School District of Philadelphia
11.1995 - 08.2013
  • Conducted active shooter training class for school police officers.
  • Implemented updates, and enforced company policies for standardized operations.
  • Managed 47 locations with a total of 70 employees.
  • Collaborated with administrators to discuss the security and climate issues at their schools and provide assistance/solutions to their various issues.  
  • Deployed officers within region as needed (between schools).
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Air Ramp Supervisor

United Parcel Service (Airport), Hog Island rd.
09.1990 - 11.1995
  • Supervised a crew of employees in the loading and unloading of cargo airplanes.
  • Operated and trained employees on the use of all support equipment including:  Deck Loaders, Belt Loaders, Tugs, De-Icing Planes, Marshalling Planes, Fueling Planes, etc.

Parking Facilities Manager

Parkway Corporation, Broad & Race st., Phila., PA, USA
11.1987 - 02.1990
  • Managed the day to day operation of open air and multi-level parking garage facilities.
  • Prepare Operating Budgets.
  • Manage/Supervise employees.
  • Prepare daily and weekly reports.
  • Perform audits.

Police Officer

Pennsylvania State Police Troop K
02.1983 - 11.1987
  • Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
  • Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
  • Conducted thorough investigations of serious injury and fatality traffic accidents.
  • Conducted preliminary investigations at the scenes of major crimes.
  • Actively patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect crimes.
  • Responded immediately to calls involving automobile accidents and criminal activity.
  • Issued warnings and citations for traffic violations.
  • Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as a witness under oath in court.
  • Enforced all traffic laws and ordinances and checked speed with radar.
  • Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Howard University
Washington, DC

High School Diploma -

R.E. Lamberton High School
1980

Skills

  • Self-motivated
  • Strong verbal communication
  • Process implementation
  • Interpersonal and written communication
  • Team leadership
  • Risk management processes and analysis
  • Extremely organized
  • Staff development
  • Public speaking
  • Conflict resolution
  • Report writing
  • Incident investigation
  • Safety training
  • Emergency response planning
  • Effective communication
  • Collaboration skills

Timeline

Safety and Security Coordinator

Harambee Charter School
05.2021 - Current

RF Technician

Crown Castle (contractor Through KMS Wireless)
01.2019 - Current

Director of Security and Climate

Chester Upland School District
08.2013 - 11.2018

School Police Officer (Regional Supervisor - Lieutenant)

The School District of Philadelphia
11.1995 - 08.2013

Air Ramp Supervisor

United Parcel Service (Airport), Hog Island rd.
09.1990 - 11.1995

Parking Facilities Manager

Parkway Corporation, Broad & Race st., Phila., PA, USA
11.1987 - 02.1990

Police Officer

Pennsylvania State Police Troop K
02.1983 - 11.1987

High School Diploma -

R.E. Lamberton High School

Mechanical Engineering

Howard University
LeRoy Patterson Jr.