Lance Lawrence
Riverview,Florida
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in correctional and security environments. Skilled in effective communication, safety compliance, and enforcing institutional policies. Proven ability to maintain order and ensure safety across diverse settings.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
Zephyrhills, Florida
05.2020 - Current
- Followed prison rules and regulations to help maintain safe conditions for inmates and staff.
- Prepared detailed reports with key information from daily correctional facility operations.
- Managed visitor sign-in and completed visitation logs for recordkeeping.
- Performed headcounts to confirm all inmates were present and accounted for.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
- Enforced institutional policies and procedures to help maintain order and security within correctional facility.
Juvenile Detention Officer
Florida Department of Juvenile Justice
Tampa, Florida
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Supervised juvenile residents in compliance with safety and security protocols.
- Managed daily schedules for activities and programs for youth residents.
- Mediated conflicts between residents to promote a positive environment.
- Reported incidents of misconduct or violations of policy to supervisors.
- Monitored detainees for compliance with regulations, safety protocols, and behavior standards.
- Ensured a safe environment was maintained within the facility at all times.
Security Officer
South Cove Apartments / Budget Suites of America
Las Vegas, Nevada
03.2019 - 12.2020
- Conducted regular patrols to identify and report suspicious activities or incidents.
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of residents and guests.
- Assisted residents with safety concerns, ensuring timely emergency response.
- Enforced property rules and regulations, fostering a secure living environment.
- Completed incident reports to record security or loss prevention incidents.
- Maintained accurate logs of daily activities, incidents, and visitor access records.
- Inspected the parking lot to verify parking permits and ticketed or towed unauthorized vehicles.
- Warned violators of rule infractions and escorted unauthorized persons off premises.
- Implemented strategies to deter criminal activity on premises., vandalism, and general misconduct by providing expert and highly visible security presence at facilities.
Transportation Security Officer
Transportation Security Administration, TSA
Las Vegas, Nevada
09.2018 - 02.2019
- Screen passengers and baggage using advanced security technology.
- Conduct thorough inspections of carry-on items for prohibited items.
- Maintain compliance with federal regulations and TSA policies consistently.
- Provide clear instructions to passengers during security screening processes.
- Searched individuals and baggage for weapons and other prohibited items.
- Performed security screenings of passengers and their carry-on items to detect prohibited items.
- Provided instructions to individuals on how to properly place their bags onto conveyor belts for inspection purposes.
Correctional Officer
City Of Atlanta Department Of Corrections
Atlanta, Georgia
08.2011 - 08.2018
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Conducted headcounts to ensure that all inmates were accounted for.
- Enforced institutional policies and procedures to maintain order and security within the correctional facility.
- Managed conflict and negotiated resolutions between inmates to prevent violence and ensure the safety of all individuals in the facility.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Wayland Baptist University
Plainview, TX09-2026
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Crisis intervention tactics
- Inmate transport protocols
- Legal compliance procedures
- Emergency response techniques
- Supervision techniques
- Communication skills
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
05.2020 - Current
Juvenile Detention Officer
Florida Department of Juvenile Justice
01.2020 - 05.2020
Security Officer
South Cove Apartments / Budget Suites of America
03.2019 - 12.2020
Transportation Security Officer
Transportation Security Administration, TSA
09.2018 - 02.2019
Correctional Officer
City Of Atlanta Department Of Corrections
08.2011 - 08.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Wayland Baptist University