KENNETH J. RAMSEY
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Experienced security-minded veteran, with a demonstrated knowledge and expertise in buildings, grounds, personnel, and asset protection. Capable in de-escalating conflicts while maintaining customer service. Trained in entry point access, threat assessment, closed circuit monitoring, and detaining. Enthusiastic eager to contribute to teams success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Horizontal and Vertical Engineer
Nevada National Guard
Las Vegas, NV
07.2010 - Current
- Supervised a vertical construction group of 36, consisting of carpenters, plumbers, and electricians
- Accountable for the safe operation of construction equipment and engineer tools valued at over $2M
- Compiled over 10,000 miles transporting cargo and personnel, by safely operating military vehicles
- Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports, and documents
Construction Surveillance Technician
Deco IDS International
Arlington, VA
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Conduct security patrols, security-related personnel escort duties, report writing, parking control
- Oversaw security and fire safety surveillance during the construction of United States government sites
- Responsible for screening all equipment, construction materials, and furnishings destined for use in the controlled construction area
- Maintained high awareness towards safety, and loss prevention by conducting 6 training exercises with teammates
- Detailed reports describing any issues found regarding unsafe work practices, personnel issues, or security violations
Security Officer
Reliance Security
Las Vegas, NV
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Oversaw daily monitoring of over 2,500 guests entering and exiting property, patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety priority
- Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up, and logged and filed incident reports to manage complaints successfully.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building
Probationary Security Officer
Amentum
Las Vegas, NV
04.2020 - 12.2020
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority
- Warned offenders about rule infractions and violations and verbally evicted violators from premises
- Performed deep searches and pat-downs to look for unauthorized materials and items such as weapons
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
Solution Specialist
Verizon Wireless
Las Vegas, NV
11.2014 - 04.2019
- Resolved customer issues quickly and efficiently to enhance overall customer satisfaction ratings
- Identified issues through root cause analysis to implement corrective action
- Recommended new products and services to customers
- Answered customer questions about billing, account issues and upgrade possibilities.
Lead Nightlife Security Officer
Palms Hotel and Casino
Las Vegas, NV
07.2013 - 11.2016
- Performed deep searches and pat-downs to look for unauthorized materials and items such as weapons
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feed
- Checked identification of all persons entering and exiting the, facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors
- Provided acceptable entry with an escort for approved persons into secure locations.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, and, handled challenging situations with ease,
Personal Security
Private Practice
Las Vegas, NV
01.2010 - 05.2016
- Participated in advance security preparations, followed operations plans, and completed trip requirements as directed
- Mitigated threats and vulnerabilities via investigation, site visits, and pre-planning security at events
- Performed vehicle transportation functions as necessary and maintained executive vehicle to include mandatory equipment such as road emergency kit, medical/trauma kit, defibrillator, etc.
- Identified and resolved areas of risk and exposure and recommended solutions and improvements to access control systems and video surveillance systems.
Sales & Finance Manager
Chapman Chrysler Jeep
Las Vegas, NV
04.2001 - 05.2013
- Promoted new and used vehicle sales to exceed dealership volume, gross profit, and customer expectations
- Recruited, hired, trained, and managed the, sales team to set, achieve and exceed sales goals while controlling expenses and exceeding profit and CSI objectives
- Coached individual team members daily to maximize unit volume, gross profit, and earnings potential
- Worked diligently to resolve unique and recurring complaints, promoting loyalty and enhancing operations
- Trained and developed new hires in company processes, product knowledge, customer service, and selling techniques
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH08.2025
Diploma - General Studies
Moapa Valley High School
Overton, NV05.1995
Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Attentive and Observant
- Team Player
- CCTV Monitoring
- Bilingual
- Government Clearance
- Resort experience
- Construction Work Understanding
- Project Specifications
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
Timeline
Construction Surveillance Technician
Deco IDS International
09.2021 - 09.2022
Security Officer
Reliance Security
03.2021 - 09.2021
Probationary Security Officer
Amentum
04.2020 - 12.2020
Solution Specialist
Verizon Wireless
11.2014 - 04.2019
Lead Nightlife Security Officer
Palms Hotel and Casino
07.2013 - 11.2016
Horizontal and Vertical Engineer
Nevada National Guard
07.2010 - Current
Personal Security
Private Practice
01.2010 - 05.2016
Sales & Finance Manager
Chapman Chrysler Jeep
04.2001 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Southern New Hampshire University
Diploma - General Studies
Moapa Valley High School
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