Felisha Thomas
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Law enforcement and public safety professional with a strong foundation in criminal justice, community engagement, and security operations. Currently serving with the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Department, bringing experience in armed security, investigations support, reporting, and emergency response. Proven ability to maintain safety, enforce policy, document incidents accurately, and work collaboratively with teams and community partners. Background in loss prevention and leadership further strengthens situational awareness, integrity, and accountability.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Loss Prevention
Pandora Jewelry, Inc.
Bronx, NY
- Conducted loss prevention and security operations to reduce shrinkage and theft.
- Monitored compliance with safety and security procedures.
- Prepared incident documentation and maintained organized records.
- Supported investigations related to internal and external theft.
Sheriff Deputy / Armed Security Officer
Gwinnett County Sheriff's Department
Gwinnett County, GA
08.2022 - Current
- Perform armed security duties to ensure the safety of facilities, staff, and the public.
- Respond to incidents as a JET Team Responder, supporting emergency and high-risk situations.
- Assist with criminal investigations through observation, reporting, and evidence documentation.
- Apply defensive tactics and firearm safety in accordance with departmental policy.
- Prepare clear, accurate written reports and official documentation.
- Engage in community service, education, and public awareness initiatives.
- Work collaboratively with team members to support operational readiness and morale.
Education
Associates of Science - Criminal Justice
Berkeley College
New York, NY01.2021
Skills
- Incident Reporting & Documentation
- Community Policing & Engagement
- Firearms Handling & Safety
- Defensive Tactics
- Criminal Investigation Support
- Emergency Response
- Situational Awareness
- Team Collaboration & Leadership
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Typing: 50–70 WPM
- Working knowledge of Spanish and Portuguese
Affiliations
- Society of Women Engineers
- Society of Human Resource Management
- American Society of Safety Professionals
- International Association of Administrative Professionals
Certification
- NYPD Certification Completion (2017)
- Firearms Safety and Operation
- Defensive Tactics
- CPR & AED Certified
- Field Training Officer (FTO) Certified
- Jail Operations Certified
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Sheriff Deputy / Armed Security Officer
Gwinnett County Sheriff's Department
08.2022 - Current
Loss Prevention
Pandora Jewelry, Inc.
Associates of Science - Criminal Justice
Berkeley College