Lowell Barbee
Hixson ,Tennessee
Summary
Diligent Armed Security Supervisor bringing 9+ years of security experience. Trained in conflict de-escalation strategies, behavior management and defensive tactics. Well-versed in protecting entrances, conducting patrols and monitoring CCTV feeds. Accomplished and highly decorated law enforcement professional with 18+ years experience in protecting and serving the public as a Deputy Sheriff and US Park Ranger dealing with County, State, and Federal Law Enforcement codes and regulations.
Dedicated and highly decorated Firefighter and EMT experienced and trained in Wildland Firefighting, Shipboard fires, Hazmat, and EMS with 8+ years of experience.
Seasoned and experienced US Coast Guard Licensed Merchant Marine Captain with 22+ years of experience working on Lakes, Inland Rivers, and Near Coastal operating various Motor Vessels.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Armed Security Officer for TVA
Allied Universal Security Services
Chattanooga, TN
04.2021 - Current
- Worked as an Armed Security Officer for the TVA Raccoon Mountain Pump Station.
- Monitored building access and identified all officials and employees before authorizing entrance when working Main Gate Post.
- Surveyed multiple CCTV feeds to keep close eye on important areas of buildings and grounds when working Main Gate Post and monitored Alarms when necessary.
- Evaluated credentials of personnel and provided temporary badges to visitors when working Main Gate Post.
- Completed rounds every 30 minutes on patrols when working Boat Ramp Post.
- Collaborated with TVA Police and local law enforcement when necessary to support criminal investigations.
- Produced shift reports outlining activities and incidents, and used pass on reports when necessary.
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
- Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets when working Main Gate.
- Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
- Communicated with team members and building management via radio, telephones, computers and proprietary software when working Main Gate, or Boat Ramp posts.
- Deterred criminal activity, vandalism and general misconduct by providing expert and highly visible security presence at TVA Racoon Mountain facilities.
- Reviewed proper functioning of TVA Security Pickup Truck, Computer, Tablet and Two way Radios by completing preventive maintenance requirements.
- Completed monthly training requirements through Allied Universal, and TVA along with the required Firearms Training that TVA requires every 6 months.
- Communicated with Post Supervisor about any important questions, or important problems that were encountered of might be encountered on post.
Armed Security Officer; Supervisor
G4S Secure Solutions
Chattanooga , TN
02.2018 - 03.2021
- Recorded required data for incident reports and files quickly and accurately.
- Monitored entire facility using CCTV while simultaneously performing dispatch duties.
- Periodically reviewed existing policies and procedures and made recommendations to improve security.
- Trained new security officers on safety protocols and company standards.
- Managed 4 security officers performing various duties in and around the Health Care Facility.
- Led security team and contributed to on-call shifts.
- Supervised property
- Entrances and exits and monitored employee safety.
- Maintained order and safety while providing customer service and information to facility visitors.
- Responded to and thoroughly investigated all reported incidents to protect company assets.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to support criminal investigations.
- Investigated disturbances and used proportional and strategic responses to handle different types of issues in and around the Healthcare Facility.
- Previously worked Armed Security for First Horizon Bank and Bank of America in Chattanooga.
- Worked as Flex Officer and performed Bank Inspections.
Driver Helper
UPS
Knoxville, TN
11.2016 - 12.2016
- Assists driver in delivering parcels or packages to retail or residential customers.
Assistant Animal Handler
Action Animals LLC
Pigeon Forge, TN
05.2015 - 11.2016
- Cue or signal animals during performances on stage.
- Feed or exercise animals or provide other general care, such as cleaning or maintaining holding or performance areas.
- Worked with Big Cats such as White Lion, Red and White Bengal Tigers, African Servals, Horses, Dogs and Birds.
Home Care Giver
My Family
Sevierville, TN
03.2005 - 03.2015
- Helped take care of my elderly mother at home until her death on March, 05, 2015.
OSV Captain
International Boat Rentals
Larose, LA
01.2004 - 02.2005
- Worked as a M/V Captain while maintaining ships logs and cargo manifests.
- Brought any problems to the attention of the M/V Master.
- Cross-trained shift personnel in various roles and tasks by frequently rotating assignments.
- Communicated with passing vessels using visible and audible signals.
- Steered boats along plotted routes to transport supplies and Offshore Personnel to their destinations.
- Studied maps and changing weather conditions to design effective and safe routes for vessels.
- Trained crew members on navigation, boat handling and medical emergencies.
- Set courses by using area plotting sheets, compasses and sextants.
- Read gauges to verify sufficient levels of hydraulic fluid, air pressure and oxygen.
- Signaled passing vessels by using flags, radios, whistles and flashing lights.
- Navigated courses and determined speeds using navigation tools, such as charts and sextants.
- Safely transported Oil Field Personnel to and from Offshore Platforms.
- Measured water depths with depth measuring equipment, including Sonar and Seismograph equipment.
- Adhered to all safety protocols, including assessing weather variables to promote passenger and vessel safety.
- Conducted routine vessel inspections and routine boat maintenance.
- Monitored and coordinated the loading and offloading of equipment, supplies, drilling fluids, groceries, and/or personnel offshore or at the dock.
- Performed shallow water Seismograph operations.
- Coordinated and assisted the US Coast Guard inspector with Commercial Vessel Inspections onboard the M/V that i was assigned to on an as needed basis.
- Brought to the attention of the Port Captain concerning any supplies that were needed, or any repairs to the M/V that were needed to be made either in or out of shipyard on an as needed basis.
- OSV= Offshore Vessel
- M/V= Motor Vessel
OSV Captain
SEACOR Marine
Houma, LA
03.1999 - 11.2003
- These are the Same Merchant Marine Captain’s Job Description Duties that are listed above at International Boat Rentals from 2004-2005.
Security Assistant Branch Manager
Reliant Protective Services
Tucson, AZ
03.1997 - 03.1998
- Monitored daily operations and supported Branch Manager in necessary duties.
- Supervised 45 Armed Unarmed Security Officers and 16 Private Investigators and provided management with suggestions regarding performance assessments as a Field Supervisor.
- Recorded required data for incident reports and files quickly and accurately.
- Managed staff schedules for all shifts and events to minimize overtime costs.
- Supervised property entrances and exits and monitored employee safety.
- Assessed company security risks and developed actionable solutions to be presented to management.
- Communicated and enforced compliance with state and local laws while emphasizing company standards of professionalism and safety.
- Oversaw highly effective security team and managed scheduling
- Responded calmly and effectively to emergency conditions, including safety hazards and threats to life or property.
- Documented evidence of attempted theft and recovered merchandise for use in loss prevention report generation.
- Gathered loss control data and compiled information into reports for submission to appropriate customers.
- Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
US National Park Service Ranger
US Government, Department of Interior
Washington DC
09.1992 - 09.1996
- Provide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations.
- Record facts to prepare reports that document incidents and activities.
- Monitor, note, report, and investigate suspicious persons and situations, safety hazards, and unusual or illegal activity in patrol area.
- Identify, pursue, and arrest suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Patrol specific area on foot, horseback, or motorized conveyance, responding promptly to calls for assistance.
- Review facts of incidents to determine if criminal act or statute violations were involved.
- Render aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.
- Investigate traffic accidents and other accidents to determine causes and to determine if a crime has been committed.
- Make arrests for violations of CFR and State Codes.
- Testify in court to present evidence or act as witness in traffic and criminal cases.
- Photograph or draw diagrams of crime or accident scenes and interview principals and eyewitnesses.
- Process prisoners, and prepare and maintain records of prisoner bookings and prisoner status during booking and pre-trial process.
- Monitor traffic to ensure motorists observe traffic regulations and exhibit safe driving procedures.
- Issue citations or warnings to violators of motor vehicle ordinances.
- Direct traffic flow and reroute traffic in case of emergencies.
- Provide road information to assist motorists.
- Inspect public establishments to ensure compliance with rules and regulations.
- Worked at Various Duty Stations throughout the Western Region.
Chief of Security/Night Mgr
Peabody Hotel Group & Davidson Hotel Group
Gatlinburg, TN
10.1987 - 09.1992
- Create or implement security standards, policies, and procedures.
- Implemented training to improve knowledge base of staff and used cross-training methods to maintain productivity during employee absences.
- Conducted personnel performance appraisals to assess training needs of staff members.
- Answered customer questions and addressed complaints quickly and courteously to patrons' satisfaction.
- Optimized productivity, streamlined program efficiency, and boosted profitability.
- Reviewed employee performance every year and delivered constructive feedback to improve weaknesses.
- Addressed internal and customer-related issues each day and affected strategic resolutions.
- Attended weekly staff meetings and brought up any problems to Department Heads and General Manager while communicating policies and directives.
- Recruited, hired and trained new employees, including monitoring and review of individual performance.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and when dealing with unhappy customers, effectively diffusing situations.
- Drafted Yearly Budgets for Security Department involving payroll and supplies.
- Did the hiring/termination of employees as needed.
- Supervised 2 full time Security Officers and 10 part time Security Officers working as Deputy Sheriff's under contract for special events.
- Supervised up to 250 hotel employees as Night Manager
Deputy Sheriff Reserve Officer
Sevier County Sheriff’s Department
Sevierville, TN
01.1980 - 09.1990
- Provide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations.
- Identify, pursue, and arrest suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Render aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.
- Relay complaint and emergency-request information to appropriate agency dispatchers.
- Monitor traffic to ensure motorists observe traffic regulations and exhibit safe driving procedures.
- Issue citations or warnings to violators of motor vehicle ordinances.
- Direct traffic flow and reroute traffic in case of emergencies.
- Provide road information to assist motorists.
- Prepared detailed documentation of felony-level property and violent crimes investigations.
US National Park Service Ranger
US Government, Department of Interior
Washington DC
05.1981 - 10.1987
- These are the same US National Park Service Ranger Job Description Duties in Law Enforcement, EMS, and Firefighting which are listed above during years from 1992-1996.
- Additional duties included Front Country Patrol, Backcountry Patrol, Beach Patrol, Horse Mounted Patrol, FTO in Boat Patrol, Stakeout Patrol Operations, and Assistant Court Liaison Officer for the US District Court for the Southern of Nevada in Las Vegas.
- Worked at Various Duty Stations in the Mid-Atlantic Region, and throughout the Southeast Region.
Education
Criminal Justice
Western Carolina University
1986
Criminal Justice
Southwestern Community College
1983
Southwestern Community College
1980
Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries
University of Tennessee
1980
Gatlinburg Pittman
1976
Skills
- Respond to medical emergencies, bomb threats, fire alarms, or intrusion alarms, following
- Emergency response procedures
- Write or review security-related documents, such as incident reports, proposals, and tactical or
- Strategic initiatives
- Create or implement security standards, policies, and procedures
- Prepare reports or make presentations on internal investigations, losses, or violations of
- Regulations, policies and procedures
- Agency
- Budgets
- Community relations
- Conferences
- Draw
- Driving
- First aid
- Law Enforcement
- Meetings
- Policies
- Presentations
- Proposals
- Retail
- Safety
- Seminars
- Strategic
- Skilled in conflict resolution
- Operational effectiveness
- Security screening
- CCTV experience
- Staffing and scheduling
- Investigative procedures
- Interviews and interrogations
- Safety and security procedures
- Defensive driving training
- Security team leadership
- Emergency management
- Field patient assessments
- Critical decision-making skills
- CPR, First Aid, and AED
- Vital sign assessment
- Scene assessments
- Reporting and documentation
- Defibrillation and resuscitation
- Emergency response and assessment
Accomplishments
- Houston Marine Training Academy, Pensacola, FL 1999.
- Commendation; Outstanding NPS Firefighter; Fast Track Award, Chiricahua National Monument; Willcox, AZ. Western Region 1995.
- National Wildfire Training Academy; Dixie National Forest, UT. 1993.
- Arizona Law Enforcement Coordinating Committee, Tucson, AZ. 1992.
- AAS Criminal Justice SCC, Sylva, NC. 1983.
- Deans list; Southwestern Community College. 1982-1983.
- Commendation; Nominated for Outstanding Law Enforcement Ranger in Southeast Region; Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg, TN Ref; Powers Case. 1982.
- National Park Service Seasonal Law Enforcement Training Academy, Silva, NC. 209 hours, Class# 06 1980.
Lowell Barbee
4298 Byrnewood Village Circle, Apt B, Hixson, TN 37343
251-599-4603
captlowjames@yahoo.com
Timeline
Armed Security Officer for TVA
Allied Universal Security Services
04.2021 - Current
Armed Security Officer; Supervisor
G4S Secure Solutions
02.2018 - 03.2021
Driver Helper
UPS
11.2016 - 12.2016
Assistant Animal Handler
Action Animals LLC
05.2015 - 11.2016
Home Care Giver
My Family
03.2005 - 03.2015
OSV Captain
International Boat Rentals
01.2004 - 02.2005
OSV Captain
SEACOR Marine
03.1999 - 11.2003
Security Assistant Branch Manager
Reliant Protective Services
03.1997 - 03.1998
US National Park Service Ranger
US Government, Department of Interior
09.1992 - 09.1996
Chief of Security/Night Mgr
Peabody Hotel Group & Davidson Hotel Group
10.1987 - 09.1992
US National Park Service Ranger
US Government, Department of Interior
05.1981 - 10.1987
Deputy Sheriff Reserve Officer
Sevier County Sheriff’s Department
01.1980 - 09.1990
Criminal Justice
Western Carolina University
Criminal Justice
Southwestern Community College
Southwestern Community College
Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries
University of Tennessee
Gatlinburg Pittman