Charles Thurman
Garfield,AR
Summary
Coordinated Security Supervisor with 12 years of experience providing exceptional security detail and supervision for highly valuable corporate assets. Diligent and collaborative facilitator of comprehensive security system with expertly trained personnel and deliberate preventive measures. Exceptional provider of practical on-the-job training for new and sustaining security personnel. Committed safety leader aiming to fulfill a Security Supervisor opportunity in which honesty and integrity will be highly valued. Well-versed in emergency protocols and basic first-aid. Pragmatic and professional in all situations. Observant Security Supervisor equipped with excellent communication and people skills. Collaborates with security personnel and store management to support store safety and loss prevention efforts. Manages security team of 40 uniformed guards, undercover personnel and CCTV specialists. Dedicated Security Supervisor skilled in providing exceptional security monitoring, knowledge of surveillance protocols and CCTV equipment. Focused and detail-oriented with proven history of mitigating risks and utilizing reasoned decision-making in high-pressure situations. Watchful Security Supervisor committed to maximizing facility security and minimizing risks. Monitors facilities with safety of visitors and staff in mind. Leads team of security professionals to protect facilities and guests. Versatile Security Manager smoothly manages administrative department needs, team leadership and security planning. Knowledgeable about company requirements, behavior markers and signs of suspicious activity in both employees and guests. Highly observant and skilled with12 years of progressive experience. Licensed Marine Security Forces.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Supervisor
United States Marine Corps
Rome, Italy
07.1980 - 07.1982
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Oversaw team of security officers and managed scheduling and performance evaluations.
- Conducted frequent security audits to identify potential problems related to physical security, staff safety and asset protection.
- Analyzed and investigated incidents alongside functional management and security supervisors.
- Advised security team and conducted investigations of significant threats and loss or misappropriation of assets.
- Developed improved training methods with focus on public safety and officer awareness.
- Screened vendors and contractors before granting access to restricted areas within mall.
- Led team of 20 guards in monitoring high volume of mall traffic during peak hours and days.
- Demonstrated commitment to public safety by patrolling events and well-populated establishments.
- Oversaw staff timekeeping entries and reports in data base.
- Improved security awareness by holding workshops for company employees.
- Monitored work of contractors in design, construction and startup phases of security systems.
- Inspected security design features, installations and programs to verify compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
- Developed and reviewed specifications for design and construction of security systems.
- Created procedures for identifying and tracking fraudulent activity with data base.
- Kept team compliant with security protocols and appearance standards.
- Supervised team of 20 security personnel during shift.
- Moved around different security stations and vital areas to check on officers and adjust workflow to cover changing needs.
- Worked in fast-paced and high-risk environments while maintaining exceptional standards of excellence for security programs, strategies and plans.
- Trained 20 new security officers in 4wk period.
- Submitted documentation for weekly payroll, managed schedules and enforced policies.
- Monitored and evaluated unit performance on key security issues and recommended corrective action programs where appropriate.
- Directed efforts to mitigate threats to personnel and infrastructure, reduce risks and optimize access to critical information.
- Processed both internal and external case sheets.
- Served as liaison with public officials company negotiators and other departments to maintain big picture understanding of security needs covering all corporate assets.
- Implemented security measures, which resulted in 100% decrease in incidents.
Security Supervisor
United States Marine Corps
Quantico, VA
05.1977 - 07.1980
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Oversaw team of security officers and managed scheduling and performance evaluations.
- Conducted frequent security audits to identify potential problems related to physical security, staff safety and asset protection.
- Analyzed and investigated incidents alongside functional management and security supervisors.
- Advised security team and conducted investigations of significant threats and loss or misappropriation of assets.
- Developed improved training methods with focus on public safety and officer awareness.
- Demonstrated commitment to public safety by patrolling events and well-populated establishments.
- Oversaw staff timekeeping entries and reports in data entries.
- Improved security awareness by holding workshops for company employees.
- Monitored work of contractors in design, construction and startup phases of security systems.
- Created procedures for identifying and tracking fraudulent activity with data tracking.
Security Supervisor
United States Marine Corps
Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, NC
07.1974 - 05.1977
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Oversaw team of security officers and managed scheduling and performance evaluations.
- Conducted frequent security audits to identify potential problems related to physical security, staff safety and asset protection.
- Analyzed and investigated incidents alongside functional management and security supervisors.
- Advised security team and conducted investigations of significant threats and loss or misappropriation of assets.
- Developed improved training methods with focus on public safety and officer awareness.
- Improved security awareness by holding workshops for company employees.
Security Forces Specialist
United States Marine Corps
Kaneohe, HI
09.1972 - 06.1974
- Patrolled grounds to monitor status and safety of premises.
- Led, managed and performed force protection duties to protect personnel and resources.
- Remained calm and alert especially during emergency situations to maintain order and confidence in authority.
- Executed decisions and actions based on previous experience and good judgment, sometimes revising procedures to accommodate unusual situations.
- Apprehended and detained suspects, searched persons and property and conducted interviews to gather evidence.
- Maneuvered communications vehicles, intrusion detection equipment and other special-purpose equipment to facilitate operations.
- Maintained confidentiality of special reports and collected data.
- Reviewed log records to obtain pertinent information relevant to shift.
- Employed 4 military working dogs to aid worldwide security force operations.
Education
GED -
Homestead Senior High School
Homestead, FL06.1968
Skills
- Security Screening
- Report Analysis
- Evidence Collection and Preservation
- Breach Identification
- Security Activity Coordination
- Staff Leadership
- Interrogation Techniques
- Property Assessments
- Investigation Program Development
- Special Event Security
- Threat and Vulnerability Analysis
- Security Operation Evaluation
- Access Controls
- Security Regulations
Timeline
Security Supervisor
United States Marine Corps
07.1980 - 07.1982
Security Supervisor
United States Marine Corps
05.1977 - 07.1980
Security Supervisor
United States Marine Corps
07.1974 - 05.1977
Security Forces Specialist
United States Marine Corps
09.1972 - 06.1974
GED -
Homestead Senior High School
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