Lester Nichols
Rockingham,NC
Summary
Security-focused and Safety- conscious security officer skilled at protecting personnel and premises with excellent oral and written communication skills. Responds and acts appropriately to situational assessments, attentive while being vigilant at all times. Anticipates trouble while simultaneously taking steps to intervene and diffuse situations. Physically dexterous to monitor premises and individuals through advanced security procedures and techniques.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Security Officer
Down State Correction Facility
Fishkill, NY
08.2018 - 03.2022
- Responded to any security incidents by applying standard operating procedures designed to minimize loss of life, damage to property and safety of general public.
- Transported inmates across state to medical treatments/assessments, court, funeral, and to new facilities
- Operated state vehicles and maintained travel/expense logs
- Engaged in casual conversations with individuals to assess and analyze behaviors.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted individuals.
- Maintain communication with unit facility and state and local law enforcement according to policy during transport movement.
- Performed pat-downs to look for unauthorized materials and weapons
Correction Officer/Certified Peace Officer
Down State Correction Facility
Fishkill, NY
09.1996 - 03.2022
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Routinely counted inmates and in response to potential security breaches.
- Documented prisoner identification, charges and inmate disturbance incidents.
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
- Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
- Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
- Authored incident reports for management on violations and discrepancies.
- Received and processed inmates into custody of institution by searching prisoners and taking charge of personal property.
- Reduced escape attempts, crimes and other hazardous activity through close observation and situational awareness.
- Drove passenger vehicles and trucks to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals and work sites.
- Streamlined operational efficiencies by effectively maintaining daily shift activity logs.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility
Security Police
United States Air Force
Ellsworth Air Force Base, SD
06.1985 - 03.1989
- Patrolled grounds to monitor status and safety of premises.
- Responded to emergency situations quickly and calmly for professional support.
- Remained calm and alert especially during emergency situations to maintain order and confidence in authority.
- Led, managed, and performed force protection duties to protect personnel and resources.
- Observed CCTV cameras to detect potential threats and respond accordingly.
- Monitored personnel access and maintained accurate security records.
- Identified and reported suspicious activity to prevent security incidents.
- Investigated incidents and wrote detailed reports for superior review.
- Maneuvered communications vehicles, intrusion detection equipment, and other special-purpose equipment to facilitate operations.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
Education
High School Diploma -
Richmond Senior High School
Rockingham, NC06.1984
Skills
- Behavioral Observations
- Hazardous Chemicals, Fire Safety, Blood Borne Pathogens
- CPR & Basic First Aid
- Weapons Certified (sidearm, Shotgun, Mini 14 Rifle)
- CDL License
- Unarmed Self-Defense
- Sexual Harassment in WorkPlace
- Behavioral Analysis
- Incident Reporting/Written Communication
- Procedure Implementation/Task Prioritization
- Law Enforcement Collaboration
Timeline
Transportation Security Officer
Down State Correction Facility
08.2018 - 03.2022
Correction Officer/Certified Peace Officer
Down State Correction Facility
09.1996 - 03.2022
Security Police
United States Air Force
06.1985 - 03.1989
High School Diploma -
Richmond Senior High School