YOLANDA HARRIS
Oakland
Summary
Dedicated public safety expert with extensive experience in crisis management and team leadership. Specializes in developing and implementing training programs that significantly improve safety practices and foster collaboration among diverse stakeholders, ensuring a proactive approach to emergency preparedness.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trainer
Consortium Training & Consulting
11.2024 - Current
- Delivered remote and in-person training for K-12 schools, higher ed institutions, law enforcement, and public/private sector agencies, enhancing their capacity to address diverse educational and safety needs.
- Facilitated specialized sessions for faith-based organizations on emergency preparedness and threat response, equipping them with essential skills to manage crises effectively.
- Promoted psychological safety and wellness among educators, social workers, and organizational teams, fostering healthier work environments and improved team dynamics.
Security Manager
Bishop O'Dowd High School
08.2024 - Current
- Led recruitment, training, and performance evaluation of security personnel, enhancing team readiness and effectiveness.
- Developed and enforced campus-wide security policies and procedures.
- Conducted site audits, mitigated risks, and managed daily shift operations.
- Delegated supervisory responsibilities to junior leaders, strengthening organizational structure and leadership development.
Director of Public Safety & Emergency Operations
Northeastern University at Mills College
05.2019 - 04.2024
- Developed training programs and implemented security protocols and technologies to enhance campus safety.
- Conducted risk assessments and advised leadership on mitigation strategies to reduce potential threats.
- Managed departmental budget and optimized staff scheduling to improve operational efficiency while overseeing incident investigations.
- Directed 15-member public safety team and supervised campus parking operations.
Sergeant of Police / Emergency Management Coordinator
California State University East Bay
01.2004 - 05.2019
- Coordinated campus emergency management initiatives, enhancing active shooter preparedness protocols.
- Established partnerships with local agencies to streamline response planning and improve collaborative efforts.
- Patrolled campus while fostering community engagement through proactive policing strategies.
- Trained officers and developed operational response protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications - Multimedia Journalism
California State University East Bay
Hayward, CA05-2021
POST Certification - Police Science
South Bay Regional Training Consortium
San Jose, CA06-2004
Skills
- Training Needs Analysis
- Training development
- Crisis management
- Incident command
- Public Safety Leadership
- Security Operations Management
- Threat assessment
- Policy development
- Security policy development
- Budget management
- Community partnerships
- Community engagement
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Safety culture
Certification
* POST Supervisory Course Certified, Law Enforcement Officer #B124338
* Field Training Officer Certification
* Interview and Interrogation Certification
* Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Investigator Certification
* Records Manager Certification
* CPR Certified (Adult & Child)
* FEMA Training (100, 200, 700, 800)
* Field Training Officer Certification
* Interview and Interrogation Certification
* Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Investigator Certification
* Records Manager Certification
* CPR Certified (Adult & Child)
* FEMA Training (100, 200, 700, 800)
Timeline
Trainer
Consortium Training & Consulting
11.2024 - Current
Security Manager
Bishop O'Dowd High School
08.2024 - Current
Director of Public Safety & Emergency Operations
Northeastern University at Mills College
05.2019 - 04.2024
Sergeant of Police / Emergency Management Coordinator
California State University East Bay
01.2004 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Communications - Multimedia Journalism
California State University East Bay
POST Certification - Police Science
South Bay Regional Training Consortium