Melony Wallace

Experience

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  United States Air Force

  Oct 1984 - Sept 1988

  Document Control Operator (Secretary of the Air Force Special Projects)

  Responsible for receiving, filing, controlling, processing and dispatching classified documents. Operated automated document control systems.

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  IBM

  Oct 1988 - Oct 1989

  Document Control Center Operator

  In support of Secon-IBM contract, coordinated with project personnel, associate contracts and government agencies. Maintained accountability records, operator of automated document control system, data entry and IBM SQL/DB database. Safeguarding and accounting for Comsec and other secure data through cryptographic equipment.

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  Ultrasystems Defense and Space Inc

  Nov 1989 - Jan 1991

  Senior Security Assistant

  In support of Ultrasystems (UDI) Hadson Defense Corp. contracts, associate with the maintenance of all classified documentation. Performed courier service and interfaced with associate contracts and government agencies. Operated automated document control system database (SIMS).

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  Hughes Aircraft Company

  Jan 1991 - Sept 1992

  Security Inspector II (Corporate Office)

  In support of Hughes Aircraft Corporate Defense contracts, conducted internal security inspections for compliance with company and government requirements. Audits classified information control systems to assure compliance.

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  Texas Station Hotel & Casino

  Nov 1997 - Sept 2003

  Responsible for maintaining files of guests claims both active and inactive. Interacted with insurance companies and attorneys to determine liability of claims. Evaluated guests to determine player value. Prepared monthly claim reports for GM/Director of Security. Responsible for all guest claims. Maintained C-1's and C-3's files on team members relative to on the job injuries. Assisted 3rd party administrators with investigation reports. Attended monthly workers comp meetings and hearings. Responsible for filing and maintenance of security reports, along with phones, messages, faxing, copying and payroll. Responsible for ensuring the safety and protection of the guests, team members and the hotel and casinos property. Monitored television and alarm panels.

  • Security Claims Manager (Guest Claims Only)

    Jul 2000 - Sept 2003

  • Security Claims Coordinator (Guest Claims & Workers Compensation)

    Jan 1999 - Jul 2000

  • Security Administrative Assistant

    Apr 1998 - Jan 1999

  • Security Officer/Dispatcher

    Nov 1997 - Apr 1998
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  Tuscany Suites & Casino

  Sept 2003 - Dec 2003

  Risk Manager

  Responsible for maintaining/updating injury prevention programs. Assisted Director of Human Resources with maintaining employee policies to ensure compliances. Responsible for all safety training and maintenance of official security reports. Interacted with insurance companies and attorneys to determine liability of claims. Assisted with internal audit with comp audits. Responded to attorneys interrogatories and letters. Oversee contract insurance liabilities in best interest of the company. Prepared monthly claims report for general manager. Show less

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  Caesars Entertainment Corporation

  Dec 2003 - Sept 2007

  Responsible for Risk and Safety Training, Fire Life Safety Compliance Training and Programs, Worker's Compensation Claims and General Liability Claims. Directed the implementation of regulatory programs and the development and implemenation of loss prevention/reduction goals for each department. Conducted building, equipment inspections and all certificates of insurance for various property events and vehicles. Directed compliance of all federal/state laws including OSHA, Jones Act, DOT regulations and drug testing. Served as liaison to Corporate and Third Party Administrators. Assisted with budget preparation and assumed accountability for budget line items. Kept management fully apprised of all Risk Control Systems development/results through attendance at management meetings and issuance reports. Show less

  • Property Risk Manager

    Dec 2003 - Sept 2007

  • Safety Manager

    Dec 2003 - Jul 2005
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  New York-New York and Excalibur Hotel & Casino

  Jul 2008 - Jul 2011

  Safety Manager

  Responsible for Safety Compliance Programs to include: Safety Training and Fire Life Safety. Developed written workplace safety programs, policies and procedures. Coordinated department occupational safety and health training. Ensured compliance with federal and state safety regulations. Conducted various building and equipment inspections. Assisted management on the abatement of risk exposures to employees and guests.

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  MGM Resorts International

  Jul 2008 - now

  Corporate Director of Safety & Health
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  The Mirage

  Jul 2011 - Jul 2024

  Facility Safety Manager

  Responsible for Fire Life Safety and Emergency Response/Evacuation Programs. Implement Written Safety/Training programs for all employees. Ensure property is compliant according to OSHA, NFPA, ANSI, ADA, DOT, Clark County Fire Department and Southern Nevada Health District standards and guidelines. Direct the implementation crucial mandated regulatory programs to include: Hazmat, Hazard Communications, Lock-Out-Tag-Out, Electrical Safety and Fall Protection. Coordinate department occupational safety and health training. Implemented Company Workers Compensation "Injury on the job" employee interviews program to interact with employees and to identify root causes of injuries and near misses. Directs and assists with safety incentives, wellness, awareness, modified duty programs and the property's departmental safety inspection program. Developed and assisted with the implementation of the property Security Command Center Show less