Albert Torres
Carpinteria
Summary
I am an accomplished professional with experience in both the public and private sectors, seeking to leverage my management, organizational, and problem-solving skills to further my career in the Santa Barbara County area.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Prevention Inspector I
Kern County Fire Department
06.2025 - Current
- Perform annual inspections of businesses, residences, and new construction projects for compliance with state regulations
- Enforcement of life and fire safety regulations through education, the issuance of permits, and the issuance of notices of violation
- Assist in the training and development of newly hired Fire Inspectors
Security Officer
Cottage Health System
03.2025 - Current
- Provide physical security for hospital properties, patients, employees, and visitors
- Monitored surveillance systems to ensure the safety and security of premises
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify potential hazards
- Respond to calls for service and alarms at all hospital properties
- Assisted in enforcing access control procedures for authorized personnel
Park Ranger
Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District
06.2007 - Current
- Special District law enforcement activities within the park system
- Investigate and address violations of District ordinances and state laws
- Respond to emergencies involving District properties and visitors
- Coordinate with Ventura County Fire and Sheriff on addressing public safety issues
Code Enforcement Supervisor
City of West Hollywood
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Supervised the Code Enforcement Division, consisting of ten Code Enforcement Officers and three Administrative staff members
- Managed purchasing, scheduling, and training for the division
- Gathered and analyzed division data to improve public services and community safety
- Created a policies and procedures manual, officer safety manual, and other special program directives
- Coordinated with Los Angeles County Fire and Sheriff on addressing public safety issues
Code Compliance Officer
City of Goleta
10.2022 - 08.2024
- Acted as the lead officer in training new hires for compliance and administrative positions
- Managed training and scheduling for the compliance staff
- Created and managed special programs aimed at improving community safety
- Coordinated with in-house departments and outside government organizations to address community issues
- Coordinated with Santa Barbara County Fire and Sheriff on addressing public safety issues
Code Compliance Manager
City of Oxnard
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Manage the Code Compliance Division, consisting of nine Code Compliance Inspectors and two Administrative staff members
- Managed scheduling, payroll, budgeting, and special programs
- Presented Code Compliance activities to neighborhood councils and other resident groups
- Coordinated with Ventura County Fire and Sheriff on addressing public safety issues
Code Compliance Officer
City of Goleta
12.2016 - 05.2022
- Acted as the lead officer in training new hires for compliance and administrative positions
- Managed training and scheduling for the compliance staff
- Created and managed special programs aimed at improving community safety
- Coordinated with in-house departments and outside government organizations to address community issues
- Coordinated with Santa Barbara County Fire and Sheriff on addressing public safety issues
Code Compliance Officer II
City of Carpinteria
06.2005 - 12.2016
- Acted as the lead officer in training new hires for compliance positions
- Code compliance activities involving the investigation and enforcement of local and state regulations
- Coordinated with Carpinteria-Summerland Fire District and Santa Barbara County Sheriff on addressing public safety issues
Senior Investigator
US Investigation Services
06.2004 - 07.2014
- Conduct background investigations on prospective and current government employees and military service members for security clearances in classified environments
- Interviewed applicants and references to determine suitability
- Gathered and confirmed information related to criminal history, employment, residence, and education
Education
Master of Arts - Public Administration
American Military University
Online04-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA06-1998
Skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Problem-solving
- Compliance training
- Strategic planning
- Report writing
- Attention to detail
- Training and mentoring
Certification
California Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM)
- Fire Inspection 1A, 2A, 3A, 4A, and 2A Certificates
- Hazardous Materials Awareness Certificate
California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.)
- PC 832 Certificate
- P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate
California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO)
- Certified Code Enforcement Officer (CCEO) – Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced
Code Enforcement Officers Safety Foundation (CEOSF)
- Certified Officer Safety Specialist (COSS)
American Red Cross
- CPR/First Aid/AED/Blood Borne Pathogens Certificate
Ventura College
- Construction Technology Program Certificate
Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA)
- 10-Hour General Industry Certificate
- 24-Hour HAZWOPER Certificate
- Ergonomics in the Office Certificate
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
- Incident Command System Training Certificates
- ICS-100, ICS-200, and ICS-300
Timeline
Fire Prevention Inspector I
Kern County Fire Department
06.2025 - Current
Security Officer
Cottage Health System
03.2025 - Current
Code Enforcement Supervisor
City of West Hollywood
08.2024 - 01.2025
Code Compliance Officer
City of Goleta
10.2022 - 08.2024
Code Compliance Manager
City of Oxnard
05.2022 - 10.2022
Code Compliance Officer
City of Goleta
12.2016 - 05.2022
Park Ranger
Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District
06.2007 - Current
Code Compliance Officer II
City of Carpinteria
06.2005 - 12.2016
Senior Investigator
US Investigation Services
06.2004 - 07.2014
Master of Arts - Public Administration
American Military University
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Santa Clara University
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