Jamie Lind
Brooklyn
Summary
Dedicated Security Specialist & Public Safety Professional with 4+ years of experience in fire safety operations, incident response, patrol
supervision, and rule enforcement across university, corporate, and
commercial environments. Recognized for strong leadership
potential, excellent communication skills, and the ability to stay calm
and effective during high pressure incidents. Bringing a proven
record of ensuring safety, writing accurate reports, coordinating with
law enforcement/EMS, and supporting safe facility operations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Guard / Security Officer
Allied University
12.2024 - Current
- Full-time
- Conduct fire watch patrols when fire safety systems are offline, ensuring compliance with FDNY requirements.
- Identify hazards including blocked exits, faulty equipment, or unsafe conditions.
- Verify and maintain fire extinguishers and other emergency equipment.
- Respond immediately to fire alarms and emergencies, supporting evacuation and safety efforts until fire officials arrive.
- Maintain accurate logbooks and reports of daily activities.
- Trained new staff on fire safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Public Safety Officer
Columbia University
04.2021 - 09.2025
- Full-time
- Conduct routine patrols to deter crime and maintain a secure campus environment.
- Serve as first responder to medical events, alarms, disturbances, and accidents.
- Investigate incidents by gathering statements, reviewing footage, and preparing detailed reports.
- Enforce campus rules, parking policies, and institutional safety standards.
- Communicate with dispatch, NYPD, FDNY, and EMS during escalated incidents.
- Enforced safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for students and faculty.
- Conducted regular surveillance of campus facilities to detect and prevent security breaches.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new fire guard personnel.
- Conducted regular inspections of fire safety equipment and emergency systems.
- Conducted regular training sessions, enhancing staff knowledge of emergency response and conflict resolution techniques.
Messenger / Driver
GardaWorld Security Services
09.2018 - 03.2021
- Full-time
- Transport sensitive documents and secured items following strict chain-of-custody procedures.
- Conduct vehicle inspections and perform routine safety checks.
- Maintain delivery logs and route documentation.
- Communicate professionally with clients during pickups and drop-offs.
- Supervisor-Ready Strengths: Accountability, route management, secure handling of materials.
- Delivered timely and accurate transportation of documents and packages between locations.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols during transit operations.
Education
Electrical Helper (Vocational) -
QBI training institute
Long Island City, NY09.2019
Architecture (High school or equivalent) - undefined
Williamsburg High School for Architecture and Design
Brooklyn, NY06.2016
Skills
- Decision-making under pressure
- Team collaboration
- Fire code compliance
- Smoke control systems
- Report writing
- Incident reporting
- Security guard license
- General security
- Access control
- Threat assessment
- Risk analysis
- Customer service
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
- Data entry
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Fire Watch & FDNY Safety Protocols
- Patrol Oversight (Foot, Vehicle, Bike)
- Emergency Response & First Aid Support
- Incident Investigation & Report Writing
- Team Support, Mentoring & Leadership
- Public Interaction & Customer Service
- Access Control & Property Protection
- Hazard Identification & Risk Mitigation
- Radio Communications & Dispatch Coordination
- Enforcement of Safety Policies
- Logbook & Documentation Compliance
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Fire Guard / Security Officer
Allied University
12.2024 - Current
Public Safety Officer
Columbia University
04.2021 - 09.2025
Messenger / Driver
GardaWorld Security Services
09.2018 - 03.2021
Architecture (High school or equivalent) - undefined
Williamsburg High School for Architecture and Design
Electrical Helper (Vocational) -
QBI training institute