Sheldon B. Gregory
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Dynamic security leader with extensive experience at Securitas, excelling in safety management and compliance. Proven track record in training and developing personnel, achieving 100% proficiency in new weapon systems. Skilled in asset management and fostering team collaboration, ensuring operational readiness and adherence to safety protocols.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Captain
Securitas
Norfolk, VA
04.2024 - Current
- Supervised 25+ security officers, enhancing compliance with safety protocols.
- Coordinated patrols, improving safety and security on campus.
- Delegated tasks, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.
- Trained new employees on established policies and procedures.
Security Officer
Securitas
Norfolk, VA
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of buildings, equipment, and security systems to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Enforced access control measures to restrict unauthorized entry effectively.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Responded promptly to alarms and incidents, coordinating with emergency services.
- Trained new security personnel on protocols and procedures, enhancing team readiness and effectiveness.
- Maintained detailed logs of daily activities and incidents, aiding management in incident analysis.
- Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Confirmed visitor identification prior to granting entry into the building.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Welcomed staff, guests, vendors, and contractors upon their arrival at the facility entrance.
Security Officer
Top Guard Security
Norfolk, VA
03.2021 - 08.2023
- Coordinated team of 10 security guards to enhance coverage and response effectiveness.
- Assigned daily tasks and patrol routes to streamline security operations.
- Investigated disturbances and maintained good order.
- Documented 20 incident and case reports to support thorough record-keeping.
- Maintained communication with supervisors and officers to ensure the highest level of awareness was maintained.
Avionics Divisional Chief
Strike Fighter Squadron 113
Lemoore, CA
10.2018 - 08.2020
- Led 37 Avionic personnel during extensive maintenance phase in accordance with programs and policies which achieved a 100% weapons systems reliability and resulted in a successful Conventional Weapons Technical Proficiency Inspection.
- Directed 75 personnel to complete 2,380 maintenance actions during TOPGUN Class 01-19 maintenance phase, ensuring operational readiness.
- Established training plan for maintenance programs within Avionics Branch, preparing for major inspection and achieving 99% compliance.
- Developed 26 sailors, resulting in 74 qualifications/certifications and strengthening team capability.
- Organized fundraising and budgeting efforts, raising $6,000 to support command holiday party.
Branch Chief
Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 2
Norfolk, VA
01.2016 - 08.2018
- Led 56 personnel in the safe handling and expenditure of aircraft weapons and ammunition, the upkeep of flight gear and survival equipment for 200 pilots. Resulted in 100% accountability, and zero lives lost.
- Sought after to develop a training plan and oversee the training of a loading team for a newly introduced weapon to the helicopter community, resulting in 100% proficiency and zero mishaps and successful Conventional Weapons Technical Proficiency Inspection.
- Implemented training program to enhance work center readiness and ensure personnel proficiency, contributing to mission success.
- Managed $350,000 flight clothing budget and over 4,000 aviation life support system assets, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with standards.
- Coordinated collection of over 1,600 samples for urinalysis program, ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines and maintaining positive control.
Branch First Line Supervisor
Fleet Readiness Command
Norfolk, VA
10.2015 - 02.2016
- Led 15 technicians to complete 123 maintenance actions in 376-man hours, achieving a 95% Ready-for Issue rate across three work centers supporting 18 deployable commands and five operational naval organizations.
- Supervised daily operations of maintenance and repair teams, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
- Coordinated workflow to meet project deadlines, enhancing overall project efficiency.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and equipment usage, promoting a culture of safety.
Divisional First Line Supervisor
U.S.S. Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71)
Norfolk, VA
05.2012 - 10.2015
- Oversaw safe combat delivery of over 710,110 pounds of conventional ordnance valued at $25M.
- Directed 48 technicians to achieve successful readiness for major maintenance inspection.
- Led division in critical milestones, integrating 400 personnel during Navy’s first three aircraft carrier crew swaps.
Task Leader
Afloat Training Group
Norfolk, VA
05.2009 - 04.2012
- Administered Department of Navy Explosive Safety Program training for 1,000+ managers and supervisors, improving compliance and minimizing audit discrepancies.
- Conducted 211 Explosives Safety Technical Assist visits, providing safety guidance and training to 1,400+ fleet personnel, enhancing overall safety protocols.
- Performed 23 external audits on explosive ordnance handling safety, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Instructed Explosive Safety Refresher course for Junior Officers and Ordnance Handlers, reinforcing ordinance safety knowledge across the fleet.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cox High School
Virginia Beach, VASkills
- Safety management
- OSHA
- Compliance
- Inspection
- Training
- Testing
- Forklift
- Assembly
- Inventory
- Asset Management
Volunteer History
- Youth Baseball Team Coach, Spent more than 150 hours training and mentoring a team of 15 youths ages 12 and 13.
- Boy Scout Leader, Supervised and led a troop of 11 young men.
Timeline
Captain
Securitas
04.2024 - Current
Security Officer
Securitas
08.2023 - 04.2024
Security Officer
Top Guard Security
03.2021 - 08.2023
Avionics Divisional Chief
Strike Fighter Squadron 113
10.2018 - 08.2020
Branch Chief
Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 2
01.2016 - 08.2018
Branch First Line Supervisor
Fleet Readiness Command
10.2015 - 02.2016
Divisional First Line Supervisor
U.S.S. Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71)
05.2012 - 10.2015
Task Leader
Afloat Training Group
05.2009 - 04.2012
High School Diploma -
Cox High School