Matthew Bear
Bradenton
Summary
Proficient armed security officer skilled in strategies for preventing incidents, investigating problems and detailing unauthorized personnel. Offering remarkable work ethic and observation skills. Seeking to bring several years' experience in security to a long-term position.
Skilled Armed Security Officer with relevant experience in providing high-level security to various establishments. Strengths include acute awareness, quick response to emergency situations, and adeptness at deescalating potentially harmful situations. Demonstrated ability to develop comprehensive safety plans and conduct thorough site patrols for optimal security. Previous work has resulted in safer environments, risk reduction, and improved operational efficiency.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1992
1992
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Armed Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
Sarasota
03.2025 - Current
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security for personnel and property.
- Patrolled assigned areas to deter criminal activity and maintain a secure environment.
- Responded promptly to alarms and incidents, following established protocols.
- Respond to all variety of medical issues.
- Documented daily activities and incidents in detailed reports for management review.
- Assisted in training new security personnel on procedures and safety measures.
- Utilized surveillance equipment to monitor activities and identify potential security threats.
- Investigated reported incidents such as theft, vandalism, trespassing.
- Conducted security checks on personnel entering and exiting the premises.
- Maintained logs of all security-related incidents and submitted reports regularly to supervisor.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activities and persons.
- Maintained safety of residents by conducting foot patrols, monitoring vehicle traffic and identifying unauthorized persons or vehicles on premises.
- Wrote reports outlining thefts, unauthorized access violations, or other unusual occurrences to help support later criminal or civil actions.
- Participated in training exercises related to emergency response protocols.
- Interacted with customers in a professional manner while providing directions or responding to inquiries.
- Maintained order and safety while providing customer service and information to facility visitors.
- Enforced safety regulations by monitoring hazardous materials and issuing warnings when needed.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
Assistant Manager of Operations
A Plus Cleaning Services, LLC.
Bradenton
01.2007 - Current
- Coordinated daily operations and staff schedules for efficient service delivery.
- Assisted in training new employees on company standards and procedures.
- Managed inventory control and tracked cleaning supplies for optimal usage.
- Developed operational workflows to enhance team productivity and efficiency.
- Monitored employee performance and provided feedback for improvement.
- Coached employees to work together to carry out daily functions and meet service objectives.
- Assisted in problem solving when issues arose during production or delivery cycles.
- Maintained records of all operational activities including personnel information, inventory levels, customer service metrics.
- Directed team members to provide exceptional service to guests and vendors, maintaining professional relationships of established business.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Unified School of Law
Van Nuys, CA 03.1991 - 07.1992
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Capital City Junior College
North Little Rock, AR 05.1990 - 03.1991
Yellville Summit High
Yellville, ARSkills
- Surveillance monitoring
- Incident reporting
- Emergency response
- Threat assessment
- Security procedures
- Conflict resolution
- Report documentation
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Professional demeanor
- Grounds patrols
- Building patrol
- Crowd control
- Physical fitness
- Security equipment operation
- Staff assistance
- Public safety
- CCTV monitoring
- Court appearances
- Law enforcement support
- Background checks
- Equipment inspection
- Guest relations
- De-escalation techniques
- Radio communication
- Non-lethal weapons
- Incident documentation
- Security operations
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- class D state security License
- Class G state firearms license
- Carry concealed weapon license
- Basic first aid and AED certification
Timeline
Armed Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
03.2025 - Current
Assistant Manager of Operations
A Plus Cleaning Services, LLC.
01.2007 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Unified School of Law
03.1991 - 07.1992
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Capital City Junior College
05.1990 - 03.1991
Yellville Summit High