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Johnny Thomas

Homestead,FL

Summary

Highly skilled and dedicated Armed Security Officer with extensive experience in reducing criminal activity, preventing unauthorized access, and protecting facility grounds from vandalism and threats. Proven ability to carefully evaluate and monitor personnel and packages, ensuring strict adherence to security protocols. Adept in providing emergency response, conflict resolution, and conducting thorough background searches. Knowledgeable in the use of lethal and less-than-lethal weapons, defensive tactics, and detailed report writing. Demonstrated expertise in risk management and rapid conflict resolution, contributing to operational safety and success. Holds an active DoD Secret Security Clearance, reflecting a high standard of confidentiality and integrity. Recognized for exceptional work ethic, keen observation skills, and unwavering commitment to maintaining a secure environment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Security Agent

The Shul Of Bal Harbour
Surfside, FL
07.2023 - Current
  • Ensure Premises Security: Monitor and secure assigned premises to prevent unauthorized access, vandalism, theft, or other criminal activities.
  • Patrol Duties: Conduct regular foot patrols of designated areas to detect and deter suspicious activities, ensuring the safety of individuals and property.
  • Access Control: Verify identification, authorize entry of personnel and visitors, and maintain detailed logs of all access and departure from the premises.
  • Emergency Response: Respond to emergencies, alarms, and incidents swiftly and effectively; provide assistance and coordinate with law enforcement, fire departments, or medical teams when necessary.
  • Threat Assessment: Identify and assess potential security threats, suspicious activities, or hazards and take appropriate action to neutralize or report the threat.
  • Conflict Resolution: De-escalate potentially volatile situations using verbal techniques and, if necessary, utilize defensive tactics while remaining within legal and organizational guidelines.
  • Incident Reporting: Prepare detailed and accurate reports of all incidents, irregularities, or breaches of security, including evidence collection and witness statements when applicable.
  • Firearm Management: Safely carry, handle, and operate a firearm in accordance with state laws and company policy, ensuring weapon proficiency and operational readiness at all times.
  • Surveillance Monitoring: Monitor surveillance cameras, alarms, and other security systems to detect and prevent suspicious activity or safety hazards.
  • Asset Protection: Safeguard property, assets, and personnel from potential threats, including theft, vandalism, and unauthorized access.
  • Law Compliance: Adhere to all federal, state, and local laws, as well as company policies regarding the use of force, detainment, and handling of situations requiring security intervention.
  • Crowd Control: Manage large gatherings, events, or high-traffic areas to maintain order, ensure public safety, and prevent potential disturbances or violence.
  • Communication: Maintain clear and concise communication with team members, management, and law enforcement personnel during routine operations and emergency situations.
  • Training Participation: Participate in regular training for firearm handling, use of force, emergency response, first aid, and de-escalation techniques to maintain peak performance.
  • Customer Service: Provide professional and courteous service to employees, visitors, and customers while enforcing security policies and procedures.
  • Evidence Handling: Secure and preserve evidence in the event of criminal activity until it can be handed over to law enforcement.
  • Vehicle Security: Monitor and protect company or client vehicles, ensuring they are secured and free from tampering or theft.
  • Routine Inspections: Conduct routine checks of doors, gates, locks, and other security devices to ensure they are functioning properly and securely locked when required.
  • Emergency Evacuation Coordination: Assist in the safe and orderly evacuation of personnel and visitors during emergencies, ensuring no one is left behind or endangered.
  • Professional Demeanor: Maintain a professional appearance, demeanor, and conduct while representing the company or client to uphold the highest standards of security service.

Military Police Officer

Department of the Army
Fort Lauderdale, FL
11.2021 - Current
  • Enforced military laws and regulations.
  • Patrolled specific areas on foot and on motorized conveyance to respond promptly to calls for assistance.
  • Managed law enforcement, criminal investigations, safety protocols and civil disturbances.
  • Completed regular patrols of assigned areas within operations areas.
  • Diffused hostile situations with effective negotiation techniques.
  • Monitored and investigated suspicious persons, situations and unusual activities.
  • Mitigated risk with immediate emergency response security.
  • Monitored and authorized access to restricted areas by employees and visitors to guard against theft and incursion.
  • Facilitated conflict-resolution by implementing protocols and investigating issues through resolution.
  • Overseas Deployment Jan 18, 2024-Nov 28 2024

Perimeter Security, Mobile Force Protection (Convoys),

Implemented counter-UAS measures to prevent drone attacks

Armed Security Officer

Allied Universal Security Services
Miami, Florida
06.2022 - 05.2023
  • Investigated reported incidents to protect company assets.
  • Maintained safety of residents by conducting foot patrols, monitoring vehicle traffic and identifying unauthorized persons or vehicles on premises.
  • Wrote reports outlining thefts, unauthorized access violations or other unusual occurrences to help support later criminal or civil actions.
  • Monitored building access and identified all officials and employees before authorizing entrance.
  • Completed [Timeframe] building and grounds patrols.
  • Maintained order and safety while providing customer service and information to facility visitors.
  • Evaluated credentials of personnel and provided temporary badges to visitors.
  • Protected entrances by scanning individuals and bags via manual checks or x-ray machinery.
  • Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
  • Identified suspicious activity to determine appropriate response.
  • Checked and secured building areas during off-hours to prevent entry by unauthorized individuals.
  • Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
  • Deterred criminal activity, vandalism and general misconduct by providing expert and highly visible security presence at [Type] facilities.

Correctional Officer

Florida Department Of Corrections
Florida City, FL
11.2020 - 09.2022
  • Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
  • Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
  • Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
  • Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
  • Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
  • Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
  • Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
  • Maintained inmate logs and entered information into electronic offender record systems for regulatory monitoring.
  • Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
  • Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
  • Processed inmate intake and re-assignment by completing paperwork, conducting searches and recording fingerprints.
  • Reviewed housing assignments and reassigned inmates to meet allocation and safety needs.

Sales Associate

Dollar General Store
Florida City, FL
01.2020 - 12.2020
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
  • Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
  • Collected payments and provided accurate change.
  • Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
  • Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer services.
  • Tracked company inventories, moved excess stock and arranged products to improve sales.
  • Adhered to company initiatives and achieved established goals.

Sales Associate

Dollar Tree
Florida City, FL
07.2017 - 08.2020
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
  • Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
  • Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
  • Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and promotions.
  • Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
  • Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.

Sales Associate

Dunkin' Donuts
Florida City, FL
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
  • Collected payments and provided accurate change.
  • Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
  • Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.

Education

High School Diploma -

Chambers High School
Homestead, FL
06.2017

Skills

  • Grounds Patrols
  • Law Enforcement Support
  • Search and Seizure
  • Court Appearances
  • De-escalation Techniques
  • Security Regulation Enforcement
  • Employee and Visitor Screening
  • Incident Reporting
  • Ground Patrol
  • Detailed Activity Logs
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Team Player
  • Customer Service
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Law Enforcement Collaboration
  • Theft Prevention
  • Report Writing
  • Active Listening
  • Team Training
  • Honest and Dependable
  • Restricted Area Protection
  • Microsoft Office
  • Reliable and Responsible
  • Personal Protection
  • Armed Security Guard Certification
  • Data Entry

Timeline

Security Agent

The Shul Of Bal Harbour
07.2023 - Current

Armed Security Officer

Allied Universal Security Services
06.2022 - 05.2023

Military Police Officer

Department of the Army
11.2021 - Current

Correctional Officer

Florida Department Of Corrections
11.2020 - 09.2022

Sales Associate

Dollar General Store
01.2020 - 12.2020

Sales Associate

Dunkin' Donuts
08.2018 - 05.2019

Sales Associate

Dollar Tree
07.2017 - 08.2020

High School Diploma -

Chambers High School
Johnny Thomas