Horticulture Portfolio
RESUME
Jacob Purcell
6114 Patridge Dr
Pearland, TX 77584
linkedin.com/in/jacob-purcell
281-750-2683
Results-oriented leader possessing strong influence and communication skill. Comfortable working in a fast-paced and multitasking environment. Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills used to manage and develop teams while providing critical direction within area of responsibility.
EXPERIENCE
Student Worker 02/2017 to 08/2017
Texas A&M University - College Station Texas
Worked at greenhouse and nursery in the Horticulture Teaching, Research and Extension Facility.
Maintained research plots, watered, installed test materials.
Assisted PhD candidate in the capacity of project support.
Project Manager 06/2015 to 02/2016
BCI Technologies - Grand Prairie, TX
Managed large Texas accounts in the role of project manager,
Trained in installation techniques for all electronic security disciplines (CCTV, Fire, Burglar Alarm, Card Access).
Performed initial design review.
Coordinated with contractors and customers to achieve project goals.
Managed several install teams for each project simultaneously.
Ordered and maintained project equipment inventory.
Assessed labor needs and coordinated scheduling with manpower coordinator.
Performed job costing and analysis.
Document close-out for each project.
District Loss Prevention Manager 01/2013 to 06/2015
Kroger- Pearland, TX
Partnered with district coordinators and store management to assist in the successful execution of the
business plan. Conducted internal and external investigations. Performed loss prevention reviews and inform store management of opportunities. Oversaw contract security needs and deployed resources. Ensured implementation and effectiveness of corporate loss prevention programs and strategies. Served as liaison for district and division personnel to identify and develop solutions for shrink related opportunities. Plotted CCTV locations for all new and remodel construction projects. Conducted all loss prevention training for store personnel, including management. Performed audits to help store maintain policy compliance and prevent shrink.
Responsible for 23 stores in district with over 3,000 associates in district. Managed 2 district loss
prevention specialists. Coordinate 9 off duty police officers and 3 security guards at high risk stores. Worked directly with law enforcement and district attorneys to facilitate high profile cases.
Accomplishments:
Temporarily supported two districts (45 stores) during colleague's extended absence (Sept 2014-Feb 2015).
Implemented new location for cameras at fuel center to allow for improved visibility of patrons. New location plan is now standard for all Fuel centers in the entire division.
Initiated a new cost structure and policy for employee purchases at Starbucks. Plan increased sales and
deterred loss while still allowing associates to provide great customer service. Plan implemented division wide.
Created new anti-theft protocols that mitigated loss. All stores within district have utilized new procedures.
Conducted over 300 internal investigations.
Aviation Operations Specialist (15P) 11/2004 to 12/2012
U.S. Army National Guard - Houston, TX
Served 8 years in a military airport to include combat operations for Operation Enduring Freedom
in Afghanistan.
Utilized sophisticated communication equipment to maintain contact with pilots, process local and cross-country flight clearances, plan flight schedules and air crew assignments, coordinate flight plans, keep flight logs on incoming and outgoing flights, alert crash crews of emergencies, safeguard classified materials, interpret and post weather reports, and maintain individual flight records and functional files.
Played a major role in launching military aircraft to support Troops in Contact, Med-Evac’s, Quick Reaction Forces and civilian/transport aircraft, resulting in successful missions and saved lives.
Loss Prevention Supervisor 10/2010 to 05/2012
Burlington Coat Factory - Pearland, TX
Promoted from LP agent to District LP trainer then to Lead District LP supervisor in nine months.
Performed critical role in establishing relationship with District Attorney's office to facilitate open
communication and investigations concerning Organized Retail Crime (ORC).
Attended ORC meetings/presentations for Houston and surrounding cities to share information on ORC
groups while working with fellow asset protection specialists at other retailers.
Trained all new Store managers, assistant managers and all new LP agents hired in region.
Participated in recruitment/interview process.
Repaired, installed and maintained CCTV systems throughout region.
Updated SOP and established new training techniques to stay current with dynamic corporate environment
and adapt to criminal strategies. Facilitated home store into the regional prototype and training store.
Averaged 4 internal cases a month, led home store to lowest shrink in region. Home store was ranked 19th out of 465 nationally.
Cryptologist Technician Collections Analyst (CTR) 05/1999 to 04/2004
U.S. Navy - Yokosuka, Japan
Top-Secret Clearance
Provided in-depth analysis on a variety of complex digital communications signals using sophisticated
equipment and computer technology providing critical intelligence information.
Presented research and technical guidance and targeting information to weapons systems while assigned to ships.
Operated state-of-the-art strategic and tactical signals collection and analysis systems to maintain vigilance on enemy contacts.
Activated to auxiliary security force (base police) following the attacks of 9/11. Stood sentry and patrolled
within areas of interest. Carried out investigations and conducted interviews and interrogations. Performed arrests when warranted.
ADDITIONAL history details available upon request
EDUCATION
San Jacinto College - Houston, TX Texas A&M - College Station (8/2016 to present)
Associate of Arts Bachelor of Science in Horticulture
Wicklander-Zulawski Interview certified
