Nelson Figueroa
Hamden ,CT
Summary
Dynamic experienced and adaptive U.S. Marine with over three years of progressively complex and challenging experience in leadership, operation security, physical security, force protection, security operations, and reconnaissance operations. Motivated leader with strong organizational and prioritization abilities with a persistent drive to achieve excellence. Seeking a challenging, fulfilling, and rewarding career in law enforcement where my initiative and experience would be strongly utilized in furtherance of my desire to protect and serve.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
0311 Infantry Rifleman
United States Marine Corps
Jacksonville , NC
11.2017 - 11.2021
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Led fire teams during battle drills and training exercises.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance and explosives.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
- Trained over multinational partners, contractors and foreign nationals to develop warfighting and defense capabilities.
- Led basic reconnaissance operations and reported enemy movements to commanding officers.
- Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Researched targets developed by various modes of intelligence to determine relevance to mission objectives and usefulness in field operations.
- Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chem gear for battle scenarios.
- Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency and knowledgeable assistance.
- Briefed leaders on readiness, equipment status and enemy locations to enable sound decision making.
- Instructed personnel in de-escalation and conflict resolution techniques for use in foreign national negotiations and cooperative actions.
- Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and integration of tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
- Worked with superiors to standardize job responses and duties for security perimeters.
- Conducted reconnaissance operations for planned operations and general intelligence gathering.
- Provided current weapons systems training to incoming soldiers to maintain combat readiness.
- Directed logistical training procedures in accordance with military regulations.
- Kept up-to-date on mission objectives by researching intelligence targets to understand significance in geopolitical context.
Hospital Security Officer
Middlesex Hospital
Middletown, CT
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
- Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Leveraged physical or verbal techniques to investigate suspicious activities and resolve concerns.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Rendered aid to injured and ill individuals and alerted paramedics for advanced support.
- Secured entrances and exits by maintaining physical presence and carefully monitoring CCTV.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
Education
Some Credits - Criminal Justice
Borough of Manhattan Community College of The City University of New York
New York, NY 09.2015 - 01.2016
Core Study - High School Diploma
Harry S Truman High School
Bronx, NY 09.2011 - 06.2015
Skills
Safety and security
Decision-Making
Tactical employment
Infantry security
Infantry leadership
Weapons expertise
Patrolling areas
Briefing leadership
Safety guidelines
Assessing risks
Maintaining equipment
Managing PPE
Operational logistics
Offensive maneuver plans
Identifying hazards
Critical Thinking
Organization and Time Management
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Training and Development
Teamwork and Collaboration
Planning and Coordination
Cultural Awareness
De-escalation techniques
Physical stamina
Keen observer
Physician support
Teambuilding
Problem-Solving
Flexible and Adaptable
Accomplishments
United States Marine Corps
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal (Recognized for supporting Operations to Counter Terrorism).
- National Defense Service Medal
- Sea Service Deployment Medal
Timeline
Hospital Security Officer
Middlesex Hospital
01.2022 - 03.2022
0311 Infantry Rifleman
United States Marine Corps
11.2017 - 11.2021
Some Credits - Criminal Justice
Borough of Manhattan Community College of The City University of New York
09.2015 - 01.2016
Core Study - High School Diploma
Harry S Truman High School
09.2011 - 06.2015