Jeffrey T. Tochkin
32997 Aspen Ave. Abbotsford, B.C V2S 7A5
604-302-7388
tochkinjeff@hotmail.com
Summary • Demonstrated achiever who has developed a passion in the education of others and in pursuing knowledge.
• Skilled at learning new concepts quickly, working well under pressure, and communicating ideas clearly and effectively.
• Extensive computer training, including knowledge of SPSS, Microsoft Excel and Arch View GIS.
• Created new research initiatives and cultivated working business relationships with both the Overwaitea Food Group and the Canadian Council of Grocery Distributors.
Education M.A. Disaster and Emergency Management
Royal Roads University, Victoria, BC
B.A. Degree in Criminal Justice
University College of the Fraser Valley, Abbotsford, BC 2007-Current
2005
Grade 12 Diploma
W.J. Mouat Secondary School, Abbotsford, BC 1999
Career History & Accomplishments
Emergency Preparedness Advisor The Fraser Health Authority
• Provide direction to acute facility staff to prepare for, mitigate, respond to, and recover from disaster/emergency events.
• Provides education sessions for employees on the Emergency Management System
• Coordinates Authority wide projects concerning emergency management
Assistant to the Director of The Centre for Criminal Justice Research, The University of the Fraser Valley
• Worked directly for the Director of The Centre for Criminal Justice Research in accordance with the International Centre for Urban Research Studies.
• Supervised day to day operations and provided help to students working on projects.
• Received a Centre for Criminal Justice Research Grant.
2005-Current
2005
Research Analyst, The Overwaitea Food Group
• Produced cutting edge research while providing numerous efficiency and effectiveness reports.
• Recipient of the American Society of Industrial Security Research Award.
• Received a International Center for Urban Research Studies Grant. 2004-2005
Researcher, The Royal Canadian Mounted Police/The University of the Fraser Valley
• Worked directly with The Coordinated Marijuana Enforcement Team (RCMP).
• Traveled across British Columbia visiting over 30 RCMP and Municipal police detachments collecting and inputting research into SPSS.
2004
Loss Prevention Officer, The Overwaitea Food Group
• Worked directly with various law enforcement agencies and The British Columbia Crown Counsel.
• Worked in an unsupervised environment, demonstrating high levels of integrity, accountability, and responsibility.
• Made over one hundred lawful arrests, and acted on behalf of the company as a crown witness. 2002-2004
Presentations & Conferences Attended
BC Conference on Research at Small Universities, Attendee
The American Society of Criminology Conference, Presenter
Shoplifter Awareness Space
The Western Society of Criminology Conference, Presenter
A Survey of Loss Prevention Officer Satisfaction
18th Annual Emergency Preparedness Conference, Attendee
2004
Kamloops, B.C.
2004
Nashville, Te.
2005
Honolulu, Ha.
2006
Vancouver, B.C
Volunteer Work & Affiliations
• Volunteer, Abbotsford Matsqui Minor Hockey Association, Coach.
• Volunteer, University College of the Fraser Valley Directions 2005 Career Fair, Advisor.
• Member, Hockey Canada, attended a coaching conference and received a beginner coaching certificate.
• Member, PADI Canada, received both a Beginner SCUBA Diving Certificate and an Advanced SCUBA Diving Certificate.
• Radio Amateurs of Canada- Amateur Radio Operator
• Canadian Red Cross- Researcher
