Security Officer

James W. Tolliver, Jr *************@*****.***

***** ***** **** *****, ***** FL 33618 813-***-****

~ Security Specialist ~ Personal Security ~

. Security and Force Protection: Apply knowledge of laws, processes, and

procedures governing the security of personnel, property, and

institutions; participate in security and entry control activities and

perform route clearance.

. Leadership and Accountability: Lead force protection and security

operations; as Security Team Leader, supervised the activities of a 51-

member security team and accounted for assigned vehicles, equipment, and

weapons.

. Weapons and Self-Defense: Demonstrated high-level proficiency with

weapons and self-defense; expert with rifles, handguns, and shotguns;

trained with nonlethal weapons systems such as batons and Capsicum spray.

. Communications Skills: Well-developed communications and interpersonal

skills; at ease interfacing with management and colleagues, providing

security briefings and reports to ensure complete awareness of security

status.

. Computer Skills: Microsoft (MS) Windows Operating Systems; MS Office

Software (Word, Outlook, and Internet Explorer); Westlaw Legal Software.

Professional Expertise

? Protective Security and Public Safety ? Emergency Planning

and Response

? Security and Surveillance Operations ? Convoy Escort and

Route Clearance

? Defensive and Offensive Tactics ? Counterterrorism Support

? Firearms Safety and Handling ? Self-Defense and Nonlethal

Weapons

Professional Experience

Security Officer, SOI Security, Tampa, FL 02/13/2010 to Present

. Provide Protection, safety of Bank employees and customer. Observe

Individuals and activities while on foot patrol.

. Maintain radio contact with dispatch and field supervisor to inform of

information on incidents.

. Act as a deterrent to any and all suspecting individuals

Security officer, American Guard, Tampa FL

10/13/2011 to 4/15/2012

. Secured various assigned location at the Port of Tampa.

. Checked personnel work credentials. Maintain radio contact with other

security officer to share information on incidents.

. Provided assistance to passengers with boarding and un boarding port

ships.

Security Officer, CPS Security, Orlando, FL 02/2010 to 7/14/2011

. Provide protection for industrial and commercial property in the Tampa

area, patrolling assigned areas to guard against fire, theft, vandalism,

and illegal entry; respond to emergency situations such as illnesses and

accidents.

. Observe individuals and activities while on patrol and make scheduled

rounds to check windows, doors, and security systems, remaining aware of

unauthorized individuals in secured areas.

. Note unusual or potential problems and report to the proper authority,

such as police, fire department, and building office personnel in the

event of a security incident or emergency.

. Operate and monitor alarm and closed-circuit television systems, receive

visitors, provide information and directions, and use computers to store

security information, including daily logs and names of visitors.

. Maintain radio contact with other security guards and associate agencies

to share information on incidents or emergencies and to provide support

for emergency personnel.

. Monitor building systems such as heating, cooling, lighting, and

communications systems.

. Control crowds and perform traffic control activities in parking areas to

prevent congestion and accidents.

Security Guard, Allied Barton, Tampa, FL 11/2009 to 02/2010

. Patrolled industrial and commercial premises to detect signs of intrusion

and prevent unauthorized access; monitored and authorized the entering

and exiting of employees, visitors, and other individuals.

. Operated detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of

prohibited articles into restricted areas; observed personnel and

facilities to guard against theft and maintain security.

. Maintained daily log of activities and incidents and wrote reports of

daily activities and irregularities, including equipment or property

damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences.

. Kept in contact with associate security guards and support agencies,

noting and reporting incidents or emergencies to the proper authority,

such as police or fire department.

. Used computers to store and retrieve security information such as

personnel identifications and the names of visitors.

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Mail Carrier, United States Postal Service, Tampa, FL 10/2005 to 06/2006

. Efficiently and securely completed mail delivery and pickup on assigned

route within allotted time.

. Recognized as attentive and valuable employee, given assignments

typically reserved for more experienced carriers.

. Operated automation sorting and canceling machine to accurately process

and prepare outgoing mail.

. Received "Letter of Appreciation" from post office management in

recognition for quality work performance.

. Delivered packages and parcels to community and business recipients on

various assigned mail routes.

. Participated in opening postal stations, and received and processed

incoming station mail.

Security Specialist/Roving Security Guard, United States Army, Active Duty

03/1996 to 08/2005

. Led the activities of 51 security personnel, assigning daily tasks and

projects and directing the unit during training activities and exercises

and during security operations.

. Applied high-level security clearance to work with sensitive information

and direct actions in preparation for deployments, including ensuring

supplies and equipment were properly prepared for shipping to deployed

locations.

. Participated in rigorous Mojave Desert Training, acquiring specific

skills in techniques to apprehend, secure, separate, and calm

individuals; received high-level training to identify suspicious

behaviors to prevent potential trouble.

. Deployed to high-risk areas to provide support for battlefield

operations, including area and convoy security and route clearance to

ensure convoy protection and village, town, and compound security.

. Conducted perimeter security and patrol of housing, roads, and official

buildings, manned checkpoints for personnel, and provided armed escort of

prisoners and high-profile political officials.

. Quickly adapted to new settings and assignments during various

deployments; trusted and confident member of team assigned to perform

critical work assembling nuclear warheads.

. Enforced safety rules and regulations and demonstrated ability to

effectively interact with culturally diverse populations, while

protecting property and lives.

Supply Sergeant, U.S. Army Active Reserve, Chicago, IL 11/1987 to

10/1995, 08/2005 to 05/2009

Legal Office Assistant, E Duke McNeil & Associates, Chicago, IL 01/1990

to 03/1993

Night Security Guard, Northeastern IL University, Chicago, IL 04/1989 to

07/1994

Education and Training

Bachelor of Science Criminal Justice, Everest University, Tampa FL, 08/2009

Associate in Science Criminal Justice, Florida Metropolitan University,

Tampa, FL, 10/2007

Artillery Diploma, United States Army, Fort Still, OK, 1988

Specialized Training: Cannon Crewmember Course; German Headstart;

Lifesavers Course; Primary Leadership Development Course; Career Work

Training; Family Leadership Training

Certifications: Security D and G Licenses; CPR Certified

Awards

Army Commendation Medal; Army Achievement Medal; NATO Metal; National

Defense Service Medal (2); Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal;

Global War on Terrorism Service Medal; Army Service Ribbon; Overseas

Service Ribbons (2); Army Lapel Button; Noncommissioned Officer

Professional Development Ribbon; Army Good Conduct Medals (2); Rifle M-16

Sharpshooter Badge; Hand Grenade Expert Badge

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