John Traphagan III

John Traphagan III

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Armed Patrol Officer / Special Event Lead Officer

  • Education

    • Advanced Security Tactics Training Academy

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      ICS/SDTO/BCT Incident Command System, Strategic Defense Tactics & Ops, Building Clearance Tactics

      Continued Education and Advancement

    • National Association of Investigative Specialists

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      CFRA Certified Fugitive Recovery Agent

      Continued Education and Advancement.

    • NATIONAL FIRE ACADEMY

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      FFT2 (in progress) Wildland/Forest Firefighting and Investigation

      Continued Education and Advancement.

    • FEMA Emegency Management Institute/Center for Domestic Preparedness

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      EMR/DP Emergency Management and Response/Domestic Preparedness

      DHS - FEMA CERTIFIED COURSES FOR FIRST RESPONDERS

    • National Highway Institute

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      T.I.M. Traffic Incident Management A

      In some areas of the security industry, Security Officers that patrol private housing developments or gated communities are sometimes required, in the performance of their duties, to conduct traffic stops and respond to active traffic incident scenes. Therefore, Security Officers in this role are typically required to undergo Traffic Incident Management Training.

    • 2Protect Training Institute

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      GCR CA B.S.I.S. Guard Card Annual Refresher Course

      CA Bureau of Security and Investigative Services requires that all Security Officers take a certified refresher course annually. This requires the subjects of Communications, Public Relations, Observations and Documentation, Arrests, and Search and Seizure.

    • Allied Universal

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      CSP Contract Security

      It is required by the CA Bureau of Security and Investigative Services that all individuals seeking employment as a Security Officer in the state, must take a 40 hour training course to receive a Guard Card License to work in the security industry. Allied Universal offers the required training to receive a CA Guard Card License in order to work for them. However, the training through Allied Universal is not a requirement of employment if an individual already possesses a valid Guard Card… Show more It is required by the CA Bureau of Security and Investigative Services that all individuals seeking employment as a Security Officer in the state, must take a 40 hour training course to receive a Guard Card License to work in the security industry. Allied Universal offers the required training to receive a CA Guard Card License in order to work for them. However, the training through Allied Universal is not a requirement of employment if an individual already possesses a valid Guard Card License. Show less

    • Commission of Accreditation for Pre-Hospital Cont. Edu.

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      CEH Police/First Responder

      Continued Education and Advancement.

    • HeartMath Institute

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      CIT/TE Crisis Intervention and Trauma Education

      Continued Education and Advancement.

    • NYCEPCE

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      Hospital/Healthcare Emergency Preparedness Hospital/Healthcare Emergency Preparedness A

      In some areas of the security industry, security officers must undergo, site specific, required training to work at medical sites.

    • Postgraduate Institute for Medicine

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      NHCPS BLS Basic Life Support A

      Continued Education and Advancement

    • United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Training Academy

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      SAR/MR/DRO/WMAR/CTATTR/ASR/HMRO/CM/PM/RM Civil Defense

      As a volunteer in the USCCD, it is required to undergo a 9 month basic training which covers the basics and minimum requirements to operate in the field. Training is constant and required even after graduating basic training in order to advance in rank, responsibilities, and in knowledge. Some trainings can be co-op'ed with government agencies to maximize the quality of the training and education gained.Areas covered in basic training include, but not limited to: understanding civilian… Show more As a volunteer in the USCCD, it is required to undergo a 9 month basic training which covers the basics and minimum requirements to operate in the field. Training is constant and required even after graduating basic training in order to advance in rank, responsibilities, and in knowledge. Some trainings can be co-op'ed with government agencies to maximize the quality of the training and education gained.Areas covered in basic training include, but not limited to: understanding civilian defense, understanding the ICS, understanding the role of the USCCD as a volunteer organization in the community and the ICS, USCCD rank system, USCCD roles and responsibilities, the Good Samaritan Law, SAR, Marine Rescue, Command Post/Ops Center, Land Navigation, Fire Academy, Risk Assessment, Risk Management, Traffic Control, Roadside Assistance, Roadside Safety, Convoy, Convoy Security, EVOC, Pistol and Rifle Marksmanship, Civil Defense Tactics, etc.... Show less

    • Valley Guard Training

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      ASO Advanced Security Training A

      Continued Education and Advancement. This training institute dives deeper into the security industry than the CA Bureau of Security and Investigations requires for a Guard Card License. Courses in this institute train security officers on the legal and liability aspects of security work and what laws security officers have the authority to enforce on their patrols or sites as well as the proper procedures on how to legally enforce them. They dive into the CA Business and Professions… Show more Continued Education and Advancement. This training institute dives deeper into the security industry than the CA Bureau of Security and Investigations requires for a Guard Card License. Courses in this institute train security officers on the legal and liability aspects of security work and what laws security officers have the authority to enforce on their patrols or sites as well as the proper procedures on how to legally enforce them. They dive into the CA Business and Professions Code, CA Penal Code, CA Penal Code Section 602, CAL-OSHA, and CA Labor Laws just to name a few.Other in depth training includes how to properly operate a patrol vehicle, EVOC, search and seizure, public relations, active shooter situations and response tactics, CPR/AED/FA, Chemical Agents, advanced communications, weapons of mass destruction, etc. Show less

    • Advanced Security Institute

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      Advanced Security Education Advanced Security Education A
    • National Institute of Justice

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      Certifications Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration A
    • California department of Fair employment and housing

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      Certification Sexual harassment and abusive conduct prevention A
    • US Dept of Justice - National Institute of Justice

      2022 -
      Law, DNA Evidence, Crime Scene Management A

      Completed Courses:Firearms ExaminerDNA Evidence For First Responding OfficersCollecting DNA EvidenceCrime Scene and DNA Basics for Forensic AnalystsProsecutor's Practice on DNA

    • EMS1 Academy

      2022 -
      EMS A

      Completed Courses:Covid-19 for EMS and Fire PersonnelAcute MI and STEMI BLSAmbulance Safety and DesignAmputation and Hemorrhage Control BLSInfectious & Communicable Diseases BLSBasic Airway MasteryBirth Positioning and Chord ClampingCapnography for Respiratory Distress (ALS)Early Recognition and Treatment of TraumaEMS Response to Active Shooter Incidents

    • Armour College

      2022 - 2022
      2 Course Certificates Citizen Police Academy and Active Shooter Awareness and Response A

      studied how law enforcement and private security enforcement can react and engage to stop a active shooter threat, how to react to an active shooter threat when in an unarmed security role, how to aid law enforcement after the threat has been neutralized, how to proceed forward after the threat is over, how to properly write and submit reports regarding the active shooter situation.

    • Public Safety Institute

      2009 - 2009
      Certified Protection Officer (CPO) Security A
    • University at Albany School of Public Health

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      PHP Public Health Preparedness and Response A

      Continued Education and Advancement

    • Mendocino College

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      AS degree In Process Administration of Justice

      Study and training in law enforcement.So far all course work required for my major has been completed. I only have the general education required for the degree remaining.Completed courses required for the major are:ADJ 104 Legal Aspects of EvidenceADJ 108 Police Report WritingADJ 200 Introduction to Administration of JusticeADJ 202 Concepts of Criminal LawADJ 204 Community RelationsADJ 103 Patrol ProceduresADJ 106 Principles of InvestigationADJ 107 Crime… Show more Study and training in law enforcement.So far all course work required for my major has been completed. I only have the general education required for the degree remaining.Completed courses required for the major are:ADJ 104 Legal Aspects of EvidenceADJ 108 Police Report WritingADJ 200 Introduction to Administration of JusticeADJ 202 Concepts of Criminal LawADJ 204 Community RelationsADJ 103 Patrol ProceduresADJ 106 Principles of InvestigationADJ 107 Crime Scene and Laboratory Techniques Show less

    • University of Utah College of Health

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      C.E.R.T. certified Community Emergency Response Team A

      Activities and Societies: CERT Basic Training

    • Institute of Advanced Security Training and Management Private Limited

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      ASO Firearms, Chemical Agents, Baton, Arrest and Control Tactics

      Continued Education and Advancement

  • Experience

    • Wienstien Security

      Jun 2009 - Mar 2010
      Security Officer I

      Secured an apartment complex in Clearlake.Provided additional security forces for concerts at Konocti Harbor Resort and Spa.

    • Universal Services of America

      Jun 2010 - Oct 2010
      Gatekeep Security Officer I

      Secured Post 3 at Calpine Geothermal Power Plant

    • Black Talon Tactical Security

      Nov 2010 - Jan 2011
      Security Officer II

      Secured Ukiah Welfare OfficeConducted 51-50 and Prisoner Transports detailsConducted 51-50 and Prisoner Watch details

    • Konocti Vista Casino

      Feb 2012 - Sept 2013
      Security Officer III

      Secured all casino assets and patrons. FTO to one officer

    • Hobergs Resort & Spa

      Jun 2014 - Sept 2014
      Night Shift Security Supervisor

      Night Shift Security Supervisor - Responsible for training 34 officers and supervising 6 officers on night shift

    • Pacific States Environmental Contractors, Inc.

      Nov 2015 - Jan 2016
      HazMat Tech II

      Removed hazardous debris after the Valley Fire 2015. Task Force 53

    • Allied Universal

      Jul 2016 - Mar 2017
      Court Security Officer II

      Secured Lake County Courthouses in Lakeport and Clearlake.Secured Mendocino County Courthouse in Ukiah.Secured PG&E Clayton Fire Emergency Disaster Ops Base in Lower Lake.

    • DSR Security Services

      Mar 2017 - Aug 2018
      Lead Security Officer I

      Secured Tribal TANF and Tribal Government buildingLead security teams of 3 - 8 officers on events - created officer schedules, notified officers of upcoming events, and provided insight in situations where officers needed assistance.

    • Two Feathers Security Enforcement

      Oct 2018 - Jan 2019
      Armed Security Enforcement Patrol Officer III

      Secured multi-million dollar, federal USDA housing construction sitePatrolled, secured, and conducted enforcement actions on company controlled sites

    • GardaWorld

      Apr 2019 - Jun 2019
      Armed / Armored Transporter
    • Allied Universal

      Jul 2019 - Nov 2019
      Hospital Security Officer

      Conducted site perimeter checks, dispelled trespassers, and performed 51-50 watches.

    • Armorous Security and Investigations

      Sept 2019 - Jan 2021
      Armed Security Enforcement Officer
    • 03 Private Security

      Jan 2021 - Jul 2022
      Armed Security Enforcement Officer
    • GardaWorld

      Jun 2022 - Jan 2023
      Security Enforcement Tactical Patrol Officer
    • Defense Block Private Security

      Feb 2023 - Feb 2023
      Armed Security Officer
    • SOCO PRIVATE SECURITY

      Feb 2023 - now
      Armed Patrol Officer / Special Event Lead Officer
    • Armorous Security & Investigations

      Jul 2023 - now
      Armed Emergency Security Officer
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Anti-Terrorism

      Bureau of Security and Investigative Services
    • Basic Combat First Aid

      United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders
    • Basic Firefighting

      United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders
    • Emergency Operations Center

      United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders
    • Emergency Response Planning

      United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders
    • Emergency Response Tactics Coordinator

      United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders
    • Evacuation Coordinator

      United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders
    • Handling Difficult People

      Bureau of Security and Investigative Services
    • Incident Command System

      United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders
    • Powers of Arrest

      Bureau of Security and Investigative Services
    • Weapons of Mass Destruction

      Bureau of Security and Investigative Services
    • Woodland First Aid

      United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders
    • Adv. Stategic Defense Tactics and Operations

      Advanced Security Tactics Training Academy
      Feb 2020
    • Basic Strategic Defense Tactics and Operations

      Advanced Security Tactics Training Academy
      Jan 2020
    • MEDIC First Aid

      ValleyGuard
      Dec 2019
    • Patrol Driver Safety

      ValleyGuard
      Dec 2019
    • Emergency Evacuations Coordinator

      Advanced Security Tactics Training Academy
      Jul 2019
    • Emergency Operations Center

      Advanced Security Tactics Training Academy
      Jul 2019
    • Emergency Response Planning

      Advanced Security Tactics Training Academy
      Jul 2019
    • Emergency Response Team Coordinator

      Advanced Security Tactics Training Academy
      Jul 2019
    • Incident Command System

      Advanced Security Tactics Training Academy
      Jul 2019
    • Fugitive Recovery Agent

      National Association of Investigative Services
      Aug 2018
    • Fire Science

      United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders, Fire Training Academy Division
      Mar 2014
    • Firefighting Simulation Course

      United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders, Fire Training Academy Division
      Mar 2014
    • Basic Firefighting

      United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders, Fire Training Academy Division
      Feb 2014
    • BSIS Firearm Permit

      Bureau of Security and Investigative Services
      Jan 2021
    • BSIS Guard Card

      Bureau of Security and Investigative Services
      Jul 2020
    • Medic First Aid

      PediatricPlus
      Aug 2017
    • Observation and Documentation

      Valley Guard Training
      Dec 2019
    • Liability and Legal Aspects

      Valley Guard Training
      Dec 2019
    • Firearm Safety

      California Department of Justice
      Apr 2015
    • Basic Life Support (BLS)

      The Postgraduate Institute for Medicine
      Feb 2020
    • Active Shooter

      Valley Guard Training
      Dec 2019
    • BSIS Baton Permit

      Advanced Security Institute
      Nov 2018
    • Community Emergency Response Team

      University of Utah College of Health
    • BSIS Tear Gas and Pepper Gas

      Advanced Security Institute
      Aug 2018
    • Hazardous Materials

      Pacific States Environmental Contractors, Inc.
    • Officer Safety

      Valley Guard Training
      Dec 2019
    • Public Relations

      Valley Guard Training
      Dec 2019
    • Adv. Search and Seizure

      Valley Guard Training
      Dec 2019
    • Power to Arrest

      Valley Guard Training
      Dec 2019
    • Traffic Incident Management

      FHWA National Highway Institute
      Jan 2022
    • COVID-19 Training Cert

      Coggno
      Apr 2021
    • Youth Protection

      Boy Scouts of America
      Jul 2018
    • CPR/AED/First Aid

      Valley Guard Training
      Dec 2019
    • Communications

      Valley Guard Training
      Dec 2019
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      COVID-19 Service Medal Private Officer International June 1, 2020 "For courageous and honorable service and sacrifice during the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020."
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Medal of the Guards National Security Officer Heraldry Society Jun 2018 In recognition of a long, honorable, and distinguished service career
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Distinguished Service Award United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Apr 2017 In recognition of resignation of title, position, rank, and service. Final Rank: Staff Sergeant; Final Title: California District 43 Supervisor; Final Position: Task Force 53 Leader
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Excellent Service Award United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Oct 2016 In recognition of excellent service to the community, the district, and the service
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Crime Stopper Medal National Security Officer Heraldry Society Jul 2016 In recognition of preventing an armed robbery and aiding law enforcement in the apprehension of the suspect.
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Community Protection Award United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Feb 2016 In recognition of a swift call to service in the protection of the Lake County community during the Rocky, Jerusalem, and Valley Fires (2015)
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Firefighting Medal United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Feb 2016 In recognition of firefighting service in fighting the Rocky, Jerusalem, and Valley Fires (2015)
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      HazMat Service Award United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Feb 2016 In recognition of hazardous service as leader of Task Force 53 during the Valley Fire HazMat Debris Removal Ops. (2015 - 2016)
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Humanitarian Service Award United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Feb 2016 In recognition of superior humanitarian service during the Rocky, Jerusalem, and Valley Fires (2015)
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      National Service Award United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Feb 2016 In recognition of prior military service
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Superior Patriotic Service Award United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Feb 2016 In recognition of diligent and dedicated service during the Rocky, Jerusalem and Valley Fires (2015)
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Emergency Support Service Medal National Security Officer Heraldry Society Jan 2016 In recognition of aiding emergency personnel in a state of emergency during a natural disaster. Valley Fire (2015)
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Hazardous Service Medal National Security Officer Heraldry Society Jan 2016 In recognition of hazardous service during HazMat Debris Removal Ops. Valley Fire 2015
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Natural Disaster Service Medal National Security Officer Heraldry Society Jan 2016 In recognition of service during a natural disaster. Valley Fire 2015
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Task Force Leader Award United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Aug 2015 California District 43 Supervisor, Staff Sergeant Traphagan has been appointed Task Force 53 Leader.
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      California District 43 Supervisor United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Apr 2015 In recognition of advanced training and knowledge of the recognized, the recognized is assigned the duties and title of California District 43 Supervisor
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Rank: Staff Sergeant United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Apr 2015 Passing required training regiment for advancement
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Special Operations Task Force Acceptance Award United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Apr 2015 To certify the creation of the California District 43 Task Force 53 created by California District 43 Supervisor, Staff Sergeant Traphagan
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Rank: Sergeant First Class United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Aug 2014 Passing required training regiment for advancement
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Medic Award United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders May 2014 In recognition that the recognized has completed Medic First Aid, Woodland First Aid, and Combat First Aid Training.
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Rank: Sergeant Second Class United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Mar 2014 Passing required training regiment for advancement
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Drill Instructor United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Dec 2013 In recognition of passing all basic level training regiments, the recognized is now assigned the duties and title of Drill Instructor for California District 43
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Rank: Sergeant United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Dec 2013 Passing required training regiment for advancement
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Rank: Corporal United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Oct 2013 Passing required training regiment for advancement
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Rifle Expert Marksman United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Aug 2013 Passing requirements for advanced qualification. Score 27/30 : 2.23 and 5.56 - Iron sight : 50 and 100 yards
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Sidearm Expert Marksman United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Aug 2013 Passing requirements for advanced qualification. Score: 29/30 : 9mm and .40 cal : 10, 15, and 30 yards
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Rank: Private First Class United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Jul 2013 Passing required training regiment for advancement
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Rank: Private United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders May 2013 Initiating Volunteer Service - Entry level - Acceptance to the Service
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Medic First Aid Medal National Security Officer Heraldry Society Jun 2010 In recognition of acquisition of Medic First Aid Certification
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Military Veteran Medal National Security Officer Heraldry Society Jun 2010 In recognition of prior military service
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      Injured In the Line of Duty Medal National Security Officer Heraldry Society October 1, 2009 In recognition of receiving a near fatal injury in the line of duty
    • Awarded to John Traphagan III
      1 - 13 Years of Security Service Ribbons National Security Officer Heraldry Society 1 - 13 Years of Service Ribbons - (2009 - 2022)
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Operations Team Member

      Issued by Lake County Community Emergency Response Team
      Lake County Community Emergency Response TeamAssociated with John Traphagan III
    • Community Volunteer

      Issued by Lake County CERT Team on Oct 2022
      Lake County CERT TeamAssociated with John Traphagan III
    • California District 43 Supervisor - Rank: Staff Sergeant

      Issued by United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders on May 2013
      United States Constitutional Civilian DefendersAssociated with John Traphagan III
    • Special Tutor

      Issued by AmeriCorps on Aug 2008
      AmeriCorpsAssociated with John Traphagan III
    • Assistant Baseball Coach

      Issued by Lake County Sheriffs Activity League - Junior Giants Baseball on Jun 2018
      Lake County Sheriffs Activity League - Junior Giants BaseballAssociated with John Traphagan III
    • Tiger Den Leader

      Issued by Boy Scouts of America on Oct 2018
      Boy Scouts of AmericaAssociated with John Traphagan III