KYLE SMITH
Lancaster,OH
Summary
Security professional with extensive experience at Battelle, specializing in incident analysis and conflict resolution. Demonstrates a proven track record in policy implementation and team leadership, ensuring safety and compliance. Skilled in maintaining high alertness and fostering positive relationships, contributing to a secure environment and effective operations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Armed Security Officer
Battelle
Columbus, OH
08.2025 - Current
- Monitored premises to deter unauthorized access and ensure safety.
- Patrolled assigned areas regularly to maintain security presence and vigilance.
- Responded promptly to incidents, ensuring proper reporting and documentation.
- Collaborated with law enforcement during investigations and emergencies.
- Enforced company policies and procedures to maintain a secure environment.
- Investigated reported incidents such as theft, vandalism, trespassing.
- Conducted security checks on personnel entering and exiting the premises.
- Maintained logs of all security-related incidents and submitted reports regularly to supervisor.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activities and persons.
- Maintained safety of residents by conducting foot patrols, monitoring vehicle traffic and identifying unauthorized persons or vehicles on premises.
Armed Security Officer
St Moritz Security
Columbus, OH
06.2025 - Current
- Monitored premises to deter unauthorized access and ensure safety.
- Patrolled assigned areas regularly to maintain security presence and vigilance.
- Enforced company policies and procedures to maintain a secure environment.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activities and persons.
- Interacted with customers in a professional manner while providing directions or responding to inquiries.
- Maintained order and safety while providing customer service and information to facility visitors.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
- Warned violators of rule infractions and escorted unauthorized persons off premises.
Freight Conductor
CSX
Columbus, OH
10.2024 - Current
- Oversaw and coordinated the safe and efficient movement of freight trains, ensuring timely departure and arrival while adhering to all safety regulations.
- Conducted inspections of train cars and equipment, identifying maintenance needs and reporting issues to prevent delays and ensure operational safety.
- Managed train schedules and made real time decisions to address delays, reroutes, and operational adjustments to maintain productivity.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers, engineers, and other crew members to ensure safe and efficient train operations.
- Maintained detailed records of train activities, including timesheets, maintenance logs, and incident reports, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Trained and mentored junior crew members, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency within the team.
Shift Supervisor
Fairfield County Sheriff's
Lancaster, OH
05.2023 - 10.2024
- Supervised daily operations of a correctional facility, ensuring security, safety, and proper functioning of all activities during assigned shifts.
- Enforced facility rules and regulations, maintaining order and discipline while ensuring the fair and consistent treatment of all inmates.
- Managed staffing levels, scheduling shifts to ensure adequate coverage, and addressing any staffing shortages or overtime needs efficiently.
- Administered corrective actions when necessary, including counseling, formal warnings, and other disciplinary measures to maintain high professional standards.
Corrections Officer
Fairfield County Sheriff's Office
07.2018 - 10.2024
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
- Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Oversaw and maintained custody of 244 male inmates.
- Authored incident reports for management on violations and discrepancies.
Security Supervisor
Ohio Support Services
01.2017 - 11.2017
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Oversaw team of security officers and managed scheduling and performance evaluations.
- Conducted frequent security audits to identify potential problems related to physical security, staff safety and asset protection.
- Analyzed and investigated incidents alongside functional management and security supervisors.
Juvenile Corrections Officer
Multi-County Juvenile Detention Center
03.2016 - 01.2017
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
- Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
Fire Support Non-Commissioned Officer
United States Army
01.2009 - 09.2014
Education
FBI Leadership Course -
11.2024
High School Diploma -
Millersport High School
Millersport, OH06.2008
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Ohio University
Lancaster, OHSkills
- Policy implementation
- Incident analysis
- Security management
- Conflict resolution
- Customer service
- Physical combat trained
- Tactical training
- Staff monitoring
- Facilities patrol
- Defensive tactics
- Report writing
- Defensive strategies
- Physical fitness
- Team leadership
- De-escalation techniques
- Staff assistance
Accomplishments
2019, Corrections Officer of the Year
Certification
- OPOTA impact weapons instructor
- OPOTA 20 hour private security firearms license
- OC Instructor
- Active secret clearance
- Army combatives instructor
Timeline
Armed Security Officer
Battelle
08.2025 - Current
Armed Security Officer
St Moritz Security
06.2025 - Current
Freight Conductor
CSX
10.2024 - Current
Shift Supervisor
Fairfield County Sheriff's
05.2023 - 10.2024
Corrections Officer
Fairfield County Sheriff's Office
07.2018 - 10.2024
Security Supervisor
Ohio Support Services
01.2017 - 11.2017
Juvenile Corrections Officer
Multi-County Juvenile Detention Center
03.2016 - 01.2017
Fire Support Non-Commissioned Officer
United States Army
01.2009 - 09.2014
FBI Leadership Course -
High School Diploma -
Millersport High School
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Ohio University
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