Lemuel Sheffield
Miami Gardens
Summary
Security professional with robust experience and readiness for demanding security roles. Proven track record in safeguarding assets, managing risk, and ensuring compliance with stringent protocols. Strong collaborator with focus on achieving objectives and adapting to evolving situations. Skilled in conflict resolution, surveillance, and emergency response, with reputation for reliability and effective teamwork.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
SUPERVISING ARMORY CUSTODIAN
USMC
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Maintained records and custody of over $6.6 million worth of weapons and optics for Company K, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment
- Ensured proper entry and access protocols for the armory building and cages were adhered to, as required by the Marine Corps orders and directives for ordnance handling and storage
- Supervised the issuing and de-issuing of weapons and optics, as well as their accompanying gear, to Marines arriving to and departing the unit
- Supervised items being transferred into the company armory, and items being transferred out for various reasons
- Ensured weapons and optics were properly maintained, reporting any discrepancies to the Battalion Armorers and Optics Techs so that the appropriate actions could be taken to repair or replace broken items
- Conducted live- and blank-fire ranges on scales ranging from individual actions to company and battalion sized attacks and defenses
- Maintained marksmanship skills according to the Marine Corps standards for rifle qualification, shooting an Expert score
- Executed duties above the assigned billet as the Platoon Sergeant for the Headquarters Platoon of Company K, as well as the company Police Sergeant, for a month and a half, ensuring the accountability and safety for 80 Marines during field exercises in 29 Palms, CA
MARINE SECURITY GUARD WATCHSTANDER
USMC
10.2020 - 12.2023
- Provided 24-hour armed security presence and emergency response capability to the U.S
- Embassies in N'Djamena, Tchad (2020-2021); Paris, France (2022); and Berlin, Germany (2023)
- Provided over 6,000 hours of 24-hour access control to entry and exit points for mission facilities, including checking for access authorizations and proper badging
- Participated in weekly training drills and security meetings with Department of State Regional Security Officers to aid in security posture adjustments
- For one year, safely drove a government vehicle in accordance with Department of State policy and German road laws for the purposes of general work transport and emergency response to the Embassy with no traffic incidents
- As the Facilities Manager, coordinated and ensured maintenance of government living facilities for the Marines stationed in Paris and Berlin was properly carried out
- Planned and coordinated the Marine Corps Ball and other events in N'Djamena, working closely with security personnel to ensure adequate coverage
- Sustained medical training in case of immediate first aid being needed during an emergency
INFANTRY ASSAULT MARINE
USMC
01.2017 - 10.2020
- Supervised the safe tactical employment of Shoulder-Launched Multipurpose Assault Weapon (SMAW) system in order to eliminate obstacles during operations
- Employed explosive charges for demolition and breaching of obstacles to progress
- Ensured unimpeded movement of the team utilizing demolition or rocket services when necessary
- Provided information on capabilities as a subject matter expert of equipment used in the Assault Team
- Trained the team and other employees on tactics and capabilities of the equipment used
- Adhered to the safe transportation, storage, and employment of hazardous and explosive materials
- Improvised solutions swiftly to ensure safety of teams during stressful operational periods
- Maintained accountability of over $10,000 worth of weapons and equipment during training exercises
- Maintained marksmanship standards as required by the Marine Corps Rifle qualification standards, scoring Expert qualification scores 3 times on yearly qualifications
- Attended USMC Tactical Combat Casualty Care, and Combat Life Saver first aid and trauma Courses
GROCERY CLERK
Publix Supermarkets
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Ensured proper safe storage and movement of various products delivered to the store for sale
- Assisted customers with product questions to find or order what is not being found on the sales floor
- Communicated discrepancies with product stocks to Grocery Department Managers and Assistant Managers
- Arranged products on the sales floor to easier assist customers in finding desired items
- Expedited movement of products from trucks to the appropriate locations by type twice weekly upon delivery to the store
Education
High School Diploma -
Peachtree Ridge High School
Suwanee, GA05-2014
Skills
- Weapon maintenance
- Firearm safety
- Surveillance monitoring
- First aid training
- Physical security
- Security protocols
- Access control
- Policy enforcement
- Equipment inspection
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
French
Limited Working
Timeline
SUPERVISING ARMORY CUSTODIAN
USMC
01.2024 - 01.2025
MARINE SECURITY GUARD WATCHSTANDER
USMC
10.2020 - 12.2023
INFANTRY ASSAULT MARINE
USMC
01.2017 - 10.2020
GROCERY CLERK
Publix Supermarkets
01.2015 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Peachtree Ridge High School
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