
John Traphagan III
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About me
Armed Patrol Officer / Special Event Lead Officer
Education

Advanced Security Tactics Training Academy
-ICS/SDTO/BCT Incident Command System, Strategic Defense Tactics & Ops, Building Clearance TacticsContinued Education and Advancement

National Association of Investigative Specialists
-CFRA Certified Fugitive Recovery AgentContinued Education and Advancement.

NATIONAL FIRE ACADEMY
-FFT2 (in progress) Wildland/Forest Firefighting and InvestigationContinued Education and Advancement.

FEMA Emegency Management Institute/Center for Domestic Preparedness
-EMR/DP Emergency Management and Response/Domestic PreparednessDHS - FEMA CERTIFIED COURSES FOR FIRST RESPONDERS

National Highway Institute
-T.I.M. Traffic Incident Management AIn 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
-GCR CA B.S.I.S. Guard Card Annual Refresher CourseCA 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
-CSP Contract SecurityIt 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.
-CEH Police/First ResponderContinued Education and Advancement.

HeartMath Institute
-CIT/TE Crisis Intervention and Trauma EducationContinued Education and Advancement.

NYCEPCE
-Hospital/Healthcare Emergency Preparedness Hospital/Healthcare Emergency Preparedness AIn some areas of the security industry, security officers must undergo, site specific, required training to work at medical sites.

Postgraduate Institute for Medicine
-NHCPS BLS Basic Life Support AContinued Education and Advancement

United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Training Academy
-SAR/MR/DRO/WMAR/CTATTR/ASR/HMRO/CM/PM/RM Civil DefenseAs 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
-ASO Advanced Security Training AContinued 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
-Advanced Security Education Advanced Security Education A
National Institute of Justice
-Certifications Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration A
California department of Fair employment and housing
-Certification Sexual harassment and abusive conduct prevention A
US Dept of Justice - National Institute of Justice
2022 -Law, DNA Evidence, Crime Scene Management ACompleted 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 ACompleted 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 - 20222 Course Certificates Citizen Police Academy and Active Shooter Awareness and Response Astudied 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 - 2009Certified Protection Officer (CPO) Security A
University at Albany School of Public Health
-PHP Public Health Preparedness and Response AContinued Education and Advancement

Mendocino College
-AS degree In Process Administration of JusticeStudy 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
-C.E.R.T. certified Community Emergency Response Team AActivities and Societies: CERT Basic Training

Institute of Advanced Security Training and Management Private Limited
-ASO Firearms, Chemical Agents, Baton, Arrest and Control TacticsContinued Education and Advancement
Experience

Wienstien Security
Jun 2009 - Mar 2010Security Officer ISecured an apartment complex in Clearlake.Provided additional security forces for concerts at Konocti Harbor Resort and Spa.

Universal Services of America
Jun 2010 - Oct 2010Gatekeep Security Officer ISecured Post 3 at Calpine Geothermal Power Plant

Black Talon Tactical Security
Nov 2010 - Jan 2011Security Officer IISecured Ukiah Welfare OfficeConducted 51-50 and Prisoner Transports detailsConducted 51-50 and Prisoner Watch details

Konocti Vista Casino
Feb 2012 - Sept 2013Security Officer IIISecured all casino assets and patrons. FTO to one officer

Hobergs Resort & Spa
Jun 2014 - Sept 2014Night Shift Security SupervisorNight Shift Security Supervisor - Responsible for training 34 officers and supervising 6 officers on night shift

Pacific States Environmental Contractors, Inc.
Nov 2015 - Jan 2016HazMat Tech IIRemoved hazardous debris after the Valley Fire 2015. Task Force 53

Allied Universal
Jul 2016 - Mar 2017Court Security Officer IISecured 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 2018Lead Security Officer ISecured 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 2019Armed Security Enforcement Patrol Officer IIISecured multi-million dollar, federal USDA housing construction sitePatrolled, secured, and conducted enforcement actions on company controlled sites

GardaWorld
Apr 2019 - Jun 2019Armed / Armored Transporter
Allied Universal
Jul 2019 - Nov 2019Hospital Security OfficerConducted site perimeter checks, dispelled trespassers, and performed 51-50 watches.

Armorous Security and Investigations
Sept 2019 - Jan 2021Armed Security Enforcement Officer
03 Private Security
Jan 2021 - Jul 2022Armed Security Enforcement Officer
GardaWorld
Jun 2022 - Jan 2023Security Enforcement Tactical Patrol Officer
Defense Block Private Security
Feb 2023 - Feb 2023Armed Security Officer
SOCO PRIVATE SECURITY
Feb 2023 - nowArmed Patrol Officer / Special Event Lead Officer
Armorous Security & Investigations
Jul 2023 - nowArmed 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 AcademyFeb 2020
Basic Strategic Defense Tactics and Operations
Advanced Security Tactics Training AcademyJan 2020
MEDIC First Aid
ValleyGuardDec 2019
Patrol Driver Safety
ValleyGuardDec 2019
Emergency Evacuations Coordinator
Advanced Security Tactics Training AcademyJul 2019
Emergency Operations Center
Advanced Security Tactics Training AcademyJul 2019
Emergency Response Planning
Advanced Security Tactics Training AcademyJul 2019
Emergency Response Team Coordinator
Advanced Security Tactics Training AcademyJul 2019
Incident Command System
Advanced Security Tactics Training AcademyJul 2019
Fugitive Recovery Agent
National Association of Investigative ServicesAug 2018
Fire Science
United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders, Fire Training Academy DivisionMar 2014
Firefighting Simulation Course
United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders, Fire Training Academy DivisionMar 2014
Basic Firefighting
United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders, Fire Training Academy DivisionFeb 2014
BSIS Firearm Permit
Bureau of Security and Investigative ServicesJan 2021
BSIS Guard Card
Bureau of Security and Investigative ServicesJul 2020
Medic First Aid
PediatricPlusAug 2017
Observation and Documentation
Valley Guard TrainingDec 2019
Liability and Legal Aspects
Valley Guard TrainingDec 2019
Firearm Safety
California Department of JusticeApr 2015
Basic Life Support (BLS)
The Postgraduate Institute for MedicineFeb 2020
Active Shooter
Valley Guard TrainingDec 2019
BSIS Baton Permit
Advanced Security InstituteNov 2018
Community Emergency Response Team
University of Utah College of Health
BSIS Tear Gas and Pepper Gas
Advanced Security InstituteAug 2018
Hazardous Materials
Pacific States Environmental Contractors, Inc.
Officer Safety
Valley Guard TrainingDec 2019
Public Relations
Valley Guard TrainingDec 2019
Adv. Search and Seizure
Valley Guard TrainingDec 2019
Power to Arrest
Valley Guard TrainingDec 2019
Traffic Incident Management
FHWA National Highway InstituteJan 2022
COVID-19 Training Cert
CoggnoApr 2021
Youth Protection
Boy Scouts of AmericaJul 2018
CPR/AED/First Aid
Valley Guard TrainingDec 2019
Communications
Valley Guard TrainingDec 2019
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to John Traphagan IIICOVID-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 IIIMedal of the Guards National Security Officer Heraldry Society Jun 2018 In recognition of a long, honorable, and distinguished service career
- Awarded to John Traphagan IIIDistinguished 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 IIIExcellent 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 IIICrime 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 IIICommunity 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 IIIFirefighting 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 IIIHazMat 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 IIIHumanitarian 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 IIINational Service Award United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Feb 2016 In recognition of prior military service
- Awarded to John Traphagan IIISuperior 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 IIIEmergency 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 IIIHazardous 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 IIINatural 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 IIITask 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 IIICalifornia 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 IIIRank: Staff Sergeant United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Apr 2015 Passing required training regiment for advancement
- Awarded to John Traphagan IIISpecial 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 IIIRank: Sergeant First Class United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Aug 2014 Passing required training regiment for advancement
- Awarded to John Traphagan IIIMedic 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 IIIRank: Sergeant Second Class United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Mar 2014 Passing required training regiment for advancement
- Awarded to John Traphagan IIIDrill 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 IIIRank: Sergeant United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Dec 2013 Passing required training regiment for advancement
- Awarded to John Traphagan IIIRank: Corporal United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Oct 2013 Passing required training regiment for advancement
- Awarded to John Traphagan IIIRifle 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 IIISidearm 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 IIIRank: Private First Class United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders Jul 2013 Passing required training regiment for advancement
- Awarded to John Traphagan IIIRank: Private United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders May 2013 Initiating Volunteer Service - Entry level - Acceptance to the Service
- Awarded to John Traphagan IIIMedic First Aid Medal National Security Officer Heraldry Society Jun 2010 In recognition of acquisition of Medic First Aid Certification
- Awarded to John Traphagan IIIMilitary Veteran Medal National Security Officer Heraldry Society Jun 2010 In recognition of prior military service
- Awarded to John Traphagan IIIInjured 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 III1 - 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
Associated with John Traphagan IIICommunity Volunteer
Issued by Lake County CERT Team on Oct 2022
Associated with John Traphagan IIICalifornia District 43 Supervisor - Rank: Staff Sergeant
Issued by United States Constitutional Civilian Defenders on May 2013
Associated with John Traphagan IIISpecial Tutor
Issued by AmeriCorps on Aug 2008
Associated with John Traphagan IIIAssistant Baseball Coach
Issued by Lake County Sheriffs Activity League - Junior Giants Baseball on Jun 2018
Associated with John Traphagan IIITiger Den Leader
Issued by Boy Scouts of America on Oct 2018
Associated with John Traphagan III
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