Steven Bell
Vernon,FL
Summary
Driven and organized Florida Licensed Security Professional with 15 plus years of experience in security, surveillance, and leadership to minimize suspicious activity. Certified Correctional Veteran, a Law Enforcement graduate and Firearms Instructor. Highly proficient in conflict management, loss prevention, and regulation compliance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
FEDERAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE OFFICER
FEMA-DHS (REDCON)
Savannah, GA
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Through proactive conflict-management processes, I diffused 15 domestic conflicts to ensure safety and security for all parties involved
- Conducted comprehensive security checks, inspecting all areas of the premises to minimize potential incidents, both inside and out
- Monitored visitors and prohibited items from entering federal facilities, as well as provided VIP escorts when necessary.
Applicant Services Program Specialist
FEMA-DHS
Atlanta, GA
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Verify identities, assist the public, report suspicious activities, and maintain up-to-date training
- Explain the paperwork process and assistance available to disaster victims from FEMA and the state
- Build professional network with business & community leaders, and faith-based programs to assist in meeting their goals
- Find the necessary resources available for uninsured homes, personal property losses, disaster-related unemployment, etc.
PROFESSIONAL OFFICER
SYOTOS LLC
Crestview, FL
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Excellent attention to detail is shown in emergencies through adherence to established rules and regulations, meticulous note-taking, and daily log updates, as well as prompt reporting to the HOA
- Tasks include monitoring elevators, preventing losses, responding to domestic disturbances, and assisting condo owners
- Enforce parking rules, remove trespassers, monitor pool and traffic flow, and control speed in the parking garage.
FEDERAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE OFFICER
Paragon Systems, Inc.
Tampa, FL
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Enforcement of Federal Law of prohibited items & bombs from entering Federal facilities by a metal detector & operation of x-ray protecting Government life & property
- Duties involve report writing, pat-downs, problem-solving, CCTV monitoring, and managing entry/exit
- Provide VIP escorts following safety regulations and are trained in various security procedures.
FEDERAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE OFFICER
FEMA - DHS (REDCON SOLUTIONS GROUP)
Savannah, GA
10.2022 - 12.2022
- No weapons or bombs are allowed in federal facilities
- Security checks are conducted inside and outside to ensure safety
- Domestic threats are redirected to avoid harm
- Monitored and authorized entry/exit of visitors, patrons, and employees, keeping up-to-date daily activity logs and incident reports, following security and safety regulations
- Provided escorts for VIPs, when appropriate, communicate with the DRC Manager.
FEDERAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE OFFICER
Paragon Systems -FPS-(DHS)
Tampa, FL
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Prohibited items and bombs are banned from Federal facilities
- To enforce this law, metal detectors and x-ray machines are used to protect government property and lives
- Tasks included report writing, pat-downs, problem-solving, CCTV monitoring, and authorization of entrance and exit through doors and gates
- Following all safety and security regulations were followed, VIPs were provided escorts as needed, and training was maintained in firearms, handcuffing, OC spray, baton, active shooter response, x-ray equipment, and missing children protocols.
TRANSPORTATION SECURITY OFFICER (TSO)
US Department of Homeland Security
Jacksonville, FL
08.2021 - 07.2022
- I completed FLETC and gained expertise in communicating with passengers, conducting behavioral observations, and operating x-ray machines to detect threats
- I can keep passengers safe and prevent dangerous situations on airplanes
- Security personnel conduct physical searches of individuals, including pat-downs, to detect potential threats, as well as inspecting luggage, clothing, and electronics for explosives or other dangerous materials
- Conduct multiple passenger escorts, maintain training, stay up-to-date with SOPs, and conduct continued surveillance of the airport, passengers, and luggage for possible explosives, etc.
INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR (PSO)
SYOTOS LLC
Crestview, FL
04.2021 - 08.2021
- In emergencies, confidently adhere to rules and regulations, diligently take notes, and maintain up-to-date daily logs
- Additionally, conduct thorough interior and exterior security checks on foot for 12 hours, and report any findings to the CAM
- Monitoring the elevators to assist anyone stuck, prevent loss, respond to domestic disputes, and help condo owners with anything they need
- Tasks include issuing parking tickets, checking vehicle tags, removing trespassers, monitoring pool activity, enforcing traffic flow, and controlling speed in the parking garage.
FEDERAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE OFFICER
FEMA-DHS ( STRATEGIC SECURITY CORP.)
Smithtown, NY
11.2020 - 04.2021
- Implemented proactive conflict management to diffuse domestic conflicts and ensure safety for affected parties
- Performed several thorough security checks, minimizing incidents, and confidently enforced federal law to prohibit prohibited items and bombs from entering federal facilities
- Trust me to provide a safe environment for everyone
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of visitors and employees
- Provided escorts for VIPs when appropriate
- Checked and corrected errors on the 139 timesheet before submitting it to the security manager.
DISATER RELIEF OFFICER
The VPR Group (Regius Inc.)
Gainesville, FL
09.2020 - 10.2020
- Provide protection for 'Entergy' client; report issues, deescalate disturbances, protect life and property, write reports, direct traffic flow, and manage conflicts
- During 12-hour shifts, conduct security checks of posted areas and fence line, as well as manage conflicts with the public attempting to gain entry
- Assist emergency personnel, inspect vendor equipment, prevent unauthorized entry, etc.
FEDERAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE OFFICER
FEMA-DHS (FIRST COAST SECURITY)
Tampa, FL
08.2019 - 09.2020
- Proactively managed 6 domestic conflicts to ensure safety & security of all parties
- Conducted several on the hour interior & exterior security checks to minimize potential incidents
- IDs are checked, bags screened for prohibited items, explosives and weapons, and unauthorized entry is denied at Federal facilities
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of visitors, patrons, and employees
- Assisted first responders when necessary, and provided VIP escorts when appropriate.
Education
CERTIFICATE / ID CARD - FLORIDA SECURITY CLASS D 2824055
FIRST CALIBER SECURITY TRAINING & LOGISTICS LLC
03.2026
FLORIDA PERMIT/ID CARD - FLORIDA CONCEALED WEAPONS FIREARMS LICENSE W 1930778
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE DIVISION OF LICENSE
03.2026
CERTIFICATE / ID CARD - FLORIDA STATEWIDE FIREARMS G 1807925
FIRST CALIBER SECURITY TRAINING & LOGISTICS
02.2025
TRANSPORTATION - TRANSPORTATION WORKER IDENTIFICATION CARD (TWIC CARD)
GOVERNMENT
05.2024
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION - LAW & SECURITY
TRANSPORTION SECURITY ADMINISTRATION ACADEMY
11.2021
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION - FDLE-CJSTC FIREARMS INSTRUCTOR
FLORIDA PANHANDLE TECHNICAL COLLEGE
03.2020
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION - FDLE-CJSTC GENERAL STUDY
GULF COAST STATE COLLEGE
09.2019
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION - FDLE-CJSTC CROSSOVER CORRECTIONS to LAW ENFORCEMENT
GULF COAST STATE COLLEGE
07.2018
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION - FDLE-CJSTC CORRECTIONS OFFICER
GULF COAST STATE COLLEGE
05.2017
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION - Correctional Officer Basic Recruit
Florida Panhandle Technical College
04.2007
Skills
- Security
- Problem solving
- Report writing
- Typing
- Loss Prevention
- Law Enforcement
- Surveillance
- Conflict Management
- English
- Customer service
- Supervising experience
- Crisis Management
- Emergency Response Training
- Evacuation Procedures
Timeline
FEDERAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE OFFICER
FEMA-DHS (REDCON)
10.2023 - 12.2023
Applicant Services Program Specialist
FEMA-DHS
03.2023 - 10.2023
PROFESSIONAL OFFICER
SYOTOS LLC
03.2023 - 05.2023
FEDERAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE OFFICER
Paragon Systems, Inc.
12.2022 - 03.2023
FEDERAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE OFFICER
FEMA - DHS (REDCON SOLUTIONS GROUP)
10.2022 - 12.2022
FEDERAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE OFFICER
Paragon Systems -FPS-(DHS)
07.2022 - 09.2022
TRANSPORTATION SECURITY OFFICER (TSO)
US Department of Homeland Security
08.2021 - 07.2022
INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR (PSO)
SYOTOS LLC
04.2021 - 08.2021
FEDERAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE OFFICER
FEMA-DHS ( STRATEGIC SECURITY CORP.)
11.2020 - 04.2021
DISATER RELIEF OFFICER
The VPR Group (Regius Inc.)
09.2020 - 10.2020
FEDERAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE OFFICER
FEMA-DHS (FIRST COAST SECURITY)
08.2019 - 09.2020
CERTIFICATE / ID CARD - FLORIDA SECURITY CLASS D 2824055
FIRST CALIBER SECURITY TRAINING & LOGISTICS LLC
FLORIDA PERMIT/ID CARD - FLORIDA CONCEALED WEAPONS FIREARMS LICENSE W 1930778
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE DIVISION OF LICENSE
CERTIFICATE / ID CARD - FLORIDA STATEWIDE FIREARMS G 1807925
FIRST CALIBER SECURITY TRAINING & LOGISTICS
TRANSPORTATION - TRANSPORTATION WORKER IDENTIFICATION CARD (TWIC CARD)
GOVERNMENT
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION - LAW & SECURITY
TRANSPORTION SECURITY ADMINISTRATION ACADEMY
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION - FDLE-CJSTC FIREARMS INSTRUCTOR
FLORIDA PANHANDLE TECHNICAL COLLEGE
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION - FDLE-CJSTC GENERAL STUDY
GULF COAST STATE COLLEGE
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION - FDLE-CJSTC CROSSOVER CORRECTIONS to LAW ENFORCEMENT
GULF COAST STATE COLLEGE
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION - FDLE-CJSTC CORRECTIONS OFFICER
GULF COAST STATE COLLEGE
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION - Correctional Officer Basic Recruit
Florida Panhandle Technical College
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