Rodney Sumlin
Stockbridge,GA
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with experience in surveillance, security operations, and public safety. Proficient in prolonged observation, situational awareness, and evidence documentation, with a background in asset protection and transportation operations. Capable of working independently and managing irregular hours. Seeking Entry-Level Surveillance Investigator role with Command Investigations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MARTA Bus Operator — Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority
01.2019 - Current
- - Maintain continuous situational awareness in high-traffic urban environments.
- - Observe and document safety or security-related incidents in compliance with policy.
- - Demonstrated reliability with rotating schedules and extended shifts.
Revenue Security Account Manager / Supervisor (Contract) — Norred & Associates (MARTA)
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Enhanced revenue protection by supervising contracted security personnel effectively.
- Improved safety by conducting thorough observations during field operations.
- Delivered actionable insights through detailed reports to management, informing decision-making.
Armed Security Officer — Norred & Associates
06.2013 - 03.2015
- - Conducted patrols and surveillance to protect high-value assets.
- - Performed foot and vehicle patrols to identify suspicious activity.
- - Documented incidents accurately while maintaining professionalism.
Traffic Control Inspector (Civilian)
Atlanta Police Department
11.2011 - 06.2013
- - Directed vehicular traffic at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.
Police Recruit (Partial Training Program) — Atlanta Police Department
03.2011 - 11.2011
- - Participated in police recruit training prior to voluntary separation due to family emergency.
- - Received classroom instruction in probable cause, search and seizure, suspect stops.
- - Completed Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) training components.
Education
Coursework
Georgia State University
Skills
- Surveillance
- Covert Observation
- Vehicular & On-Foot Monitoring
- Situational Awareness
- Evidence Documentation
- Report Writing
- Legal Awareness
- Confidentiality
- Independent Field Work
- Mobile Assignments
Certification
- Georgia Armed Security Officer License (Blue Card)
- Georgia Weapons Carry License
- Valid Georgia Driver’s License
- Honorable Discharge — U.S. Air Force
PRIOR RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
- Security Officer — Norred & Associates
- Medical Logistics Specialist — U.S. Air Force (Honorable Discharge)
Timeline
MARTA Bus Operator — Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority
01.2019 - Current
Revenue Security Account Manager / Supervisor (Contract) — Norred & Associates (MARTA)
01.2015 - 01.2019
Armed Security Officer — Norred & Associates
06.2013 - 03.2015
Traffic Control Inspector (Civilian)
Atlanta Police Department
11.2011 - 06.2013
Police Recruit (Partial Training Program) — Atlanta Police Department
03.2011 - 11.2011
Coursework
Georgia State University