Overview
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Education
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Alexander Nikias

FL

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Task Force Officer

Bur. of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives
Tampa, FL
06.2025 - Current

50+ hours / week | Supervisor : Jessica Stith (786) 209-1849 | May Contact

  • Investigated federal violations in violent crime, firearms trafficking, arson, and explosives, contributing to successful prosecutions.
  • Coordinated with local, state, and other federal agencies to streamline investigative efforts and improve case outcomes.
  • Drafted and/or executed federal arrest and search warrants.
  • Prepared comprehensive reports for court and grand jury proceedings, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
  • Participated in court and at grand jury sessions to provide testimony.

Deputy Sheriff / Detective

Manatee County Sheriff's Office
Bradenton, FL
06.2018 - Current

50+ hours / week | Supervisor : Aaron Bowling (941) 592-4380 | May Contact

  • Functioned as detective within multijurisdictional violent crimes task force, lead and managed complex violent and firearm related criminal investigations to enhance community safety.
  • Drafted and executed arrest and search warrants, and subpoenas.
  • Conducted thorough investigations and interviews with victims, witnesses, and suspects; processed crime scenes, and collected evidence.
  • Initiated proactive cases into violent local street organizations resulting in the recovery of large amounts of narcotics, crime guns. and seizures of illicit currency and assets.
  • Certified firearms and tactical emergency medicine instructor through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement; certified armorer and Firearms Specialist.
  • Awarded lifesaving and distinguished service awards, along with a congressional commendation for outstanding duty.
  • Testified in various hearings and trials as both an investigator and a SME.

Restaurant Manager

Acropolis Greek Taverna
Parrish, FL
07.2017 - 05.2018

30+ hours / week | Supervisor : Kristina Timmerman (813) 410-4607 | May Contact

  • Floor manager of a large-volume Greek restaurant.
  • Handled shift assignments, filled shortages, ensured proper preparation of all items served.
  • Coordinated hiring processes and payroll management, enhanced customer relations.
  • Supervised daily restaurant operations, ensuring seamless service and guest satisfaction.

Helicopter Mechanic

Marine Corps
Jacksonville, North Carolina
05.2012 - 05.2017

50+ hours / week | Supervisor : Hernani Conceiacao (561) 414-1451 | May Contact

  • Led maintenance crews in executing repairs on CH-53E Super Stallion helicopters, ensuring mission readiness.
  • Conducted thorough pre-flight safety inspections and maintenance to ensure operational readiness.
  • Operated cranes and heavy equipment for critical maintenance tasks, supporting timely aircraft availability.
  • Performed various roles to maintain operational readiness of helicopters.

Host/Expeditor

Legacy Grille
Parrish, FL
07.2010 - 06.2012

30+ hours / week | Supervisor : Eva Kouvatsos (860) 940-9712 | May Contact

  • Greeted and seated guests promptly to enhance dining experience.
  • Supported wait staff with timely food delivery and guest requests.
  • Prepared food to meet quality standards before serving to customers.

Education

Bachelor's degree - International Relations and Global Security

American Military University
06-2022

Certificate in Basic Law Enforcement Training -

Manatee Technical College
Bradenton, FL
01-2019

High School Diploma -

Sarasota High School
Sarasota, Florida
06-2010

Skills

  • Court testimony
  • Report writing
  • Critical thinking
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Written and verbal communications
  • Case documentation
  • Small team tactics

Timeline

Task Force Officer

Bur. of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives
06.2025 - Current

Deputy Sheriff / Detective

Manatee County Sheriff's Office
06.2018 - Current

Restaurant Manager

Acropolis Greek Taverna
07.2017 - 05.2018

Helicopter Mechanic

Marine Corps
05.2012 - 05.2017

Host/Expeditor

Legacy Grille
07.2010 - 06.2012

Certificate in Basic Law Enforcement Training -

Manatee Technical College

High School Diploma -

Sarasota High School

Bachelor's degree - International Relations and Global Security

American Military University
Alexander Nikias