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Laverquista Steele

Queens

Summary

Professional, prepared security expert with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in surveillance, conflict resolution, and emergency response. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring safety and security in dynamic environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

New York State Guard

Army
04.2025 - Current
  • Assist National Guard in planning, training, and executing state-level emergency support and disaster relief missions.
  • Detected potential threats by closely observing behaviors, identifying suspicious activities, and promptly reporting incidents to supervisors or law enforcement.
  • Complied with all Military policies, local laws, and regulations governing official duties.

Peace Officer Academy Instructor

Department of Sanitation NYC
10.2022 - Current


  • Contributed to curriculum development initiatives, ensuring alignment with NewYork State standards and best practices in education.
  • Utilized Interpersonal Communication skills in conflict resolution scenarios to de-escalate potentially dangerous situations.
  • Effectively differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles and individual needs within the classroom.
  • Ensured compliance with Department of Sanitation policies and procedures through consistent adherence to established guidelines.

Sanitation Police Officer

Department of Sanitation
10.2021 - Current

Seamless collaborations with other law enforcement agencies, during joint operations or investigations of illegal dumping and New York City Health and Administration Codes. Issue NYC Vehicle Traffic Law Summonses while utilizing effective communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.

• Answering executive mayoral complaint done by business owners as well as support DSNY filed staff.

Insurance Agent

Bankers Life Insurance
03.2023 - 10.2023
  • Developed customized insurance solutions to meet diverse client needs.
  • Conducted thorough policy reviews to ensure compliance and optimal coverage for clients.
  • Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Provided prompt responses to inquiries from both prospective and existing clients, demonstrating a commitment to exceptional service.
  • Trained and mentored junior agents, enhancing team knowledge and sales performance.

Correctional Officer

Department of Corrections
06.2017 - 10.2021
  • Physically patrolled and visually inspected units, yards, buildings, prisoners, prisoner property and clothing, to ensure the welfare, safety and security
  • Maintain visual surveillance of grounds
  • Performed supervision of the inmates during all daily activities.

Campus Public Safety Peace Officer

York College
09.2015 - 06.2017
  • Enforced college rules and regulations as specified in Standard Operating Procedures
  • Provided customer service by enthusiastically providing information and services
  • Maintained constant contact with dispatcher and keep a logbook of daily activities
  • Investigated crimes in accordance with all relevant rules, regulations
  • Used and maintained defensive equipment (ex: ASP baton, Handcuffs, Pepper spray)
  • Acted as a first responder to alarms and emergencies.

Education

Advanced Diploma -

Fort Payne High School
05.2003

08-2003- 12/2006 - Business Administration

University of Montevallo

Instructor Development

NYPD Methods of Instruction
College Point, NY
11-2024

Skills

  • Report Writing
  • Integrity and Honesty
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • Relationship building and management

Timeline

New York State Guard

Army
04.2025 - Current

Insurance Agent

Bankers Life Insurance
03.2023 - 10.2023

Peace Officer Academy Instructor

Department of Sanitation NYC
10.2022 - Current

Sanitation Police Officer

Department of Sanitation
10.2021 - Current

Correctional Officer

Department of Corrections
06.2017 - 10.2021

Campus Public Safety Peace Officer

York College
09.2015 - 06.2017

08-2003- 12/2006 - Business Administration

University of Montevallo

Advanced Diploma -

Fort Payne High School

Instructor Development

NYPD Methods of Instruction