Hootan Bahmandeji

Hootan Bahmandeji has extensive experience in security and law enforcement, currently serving as Watch Commander and Contact Tracing Manager at Columbia College Chicago since October 2019, where responsibilities include guiding civilian security staff and liaising with the Chicago Police Department. Previous roles include providing executive protection for an elected official with Cook County Government and a lengthy tenure with the Chicago Police Department, culminating in the position of Captain and Executive Officer. Additional experience encompasses roles such as Collector/Contractor at Comprehensive Drug Testing, Inc., Patrolman at Franklin Park Police Department, and Assistant Manager at General Farebox Inc. Hootan Bahmandeji holds a Master of Science in Criminal/Social Justice and a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice, both from Lewis University.