Security Professional with Leadership Experience

BURTON THOMAS

******@***.*** • 941-***-**** • *320 Vedado St, North Port, Florida 34286

EVENT STAFF COORDINATOR AT THE TAMPA BAY RAYS

Summary: Passionate about maintaining safety and security with a decade-long track record in the security industry. Proven skills encompass Patrol, Background Investigations, Foot Patrol, Physical Security, Investigation, and Surveillance. Adept at conducting comprehensive security checks and effective surveillance operations to prevent potential threats. A background in working with various security systems and tools to maintain a secure environment is a standout characteristic. Skilled in carrying out detailed background investigations, ensuring the absolute safety of an establishment or event. Have a keen eye for detail that aids in effective foot patrol and close surveillance. Strong ability to maintain physical security, demonstrating a commitment to the safety and security of people and property. Key strengths:

Patrol • Background Investigations • Investigation • Firearms • Physical Security • Surveillance Criminal Justice • Foot Patrol

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE & ACHIEVEMENTS

CHARLOTTE COUNTY Jan 2016 to Dec 2017

Event Staff Coordinator at the Tampa Bay Rays

2018 seasons in a seasonal part time position. Was responsible for supervising staff during events, training and some emergency scheduling when staff called in ill or did not show up for work. Basic responsibility was to provide security for the facility and the baseball players while assuring the fans were also safe and having an enjoyable experience.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Various OJT classes, Major: Criminology, Minor: None, Career locations and jobs, Various (Feb 1966 to May 2025)

Associate degree

A.S. degree in criminology, Major: criminology, Manatee Community College, Bradenton, Fl A.S. degree in criminology from Manatee Community College, Bradenton Fl. PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS

Studies - Cleveland Ohio police academy

Cleveland Ohio police academy, 16 weeks, graduated 3rd in a class of 125 certifications in crime scene investigation, police photography, fingerprint classification, supervisory training, radar operation, firearms, tear gas, baton, first aid, emergency vehicle operation. Current Florida class D guard license # D1609875

AFFILIATIONS & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

I was appointed as the manager of Code Enforcement with 8 investigators, 1 assistant and 3 clerical staff. Also was responsible for interviewing job a

ACHIEVEMENTS

I was appointed as the manager of Code Enforcement with 8 investigators, 1 assistant and 3 clerical staff. Also was responsible for interviewing job applicants and selecting a person to hire. Was vice president of the Florida BURTON THOMAS ******@***.*** • 941-***-****

Association of Code Enforcement (FACE) for 2 terms after statewide elections, met with the Florida governor and various elected officials relative to concerns and possible laws regarding code enforcement. I obtained 3 levels of certification in code enforcement and helped determine the agenda and criteria for required classes to obtain certifications in code enforcement

Restoring motorcycles and currently am making a resto-rod with a 1955 Chrysler 2 door hard top. Usually do all my own automotive repairs and regular maintenance

Civil Air Patrol, served as a warrant officer and was responsible for background investigations of applicants to the CAP. No longer active

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