Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Thaddeus Jones

Longwood

Summary

Dedicated law enforcement and security professional with extensive experience as a Police Officer, US. Army Police Officer, Sr. Event Security Liaison and Executive Security Agent. Skilled in criminal investigations, access control, emergency response and large scale event security coordination. Proven ability to enforce laws ,maintain public safety and collaborate with multi agency environments. Strong background in incident reporting, surveillance monitoring, and internal investigations with a focus on accountability, integrity and risk mitigation. Trusted leader recognized for discretion, professionalism, and commitment.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr. Event Security Liaison

Orange County Convention Center
06.2024 - Current
  • Served as primary security liaison between clients, law enforcement, venue operations,contracted security and medical providers.
  • Responsible for providing technical guidance, training and mentoring event security liaisons.
  • Coordinated events and liaisons with show management, event security providers and event management regarding event security planning, venue requirements, and industry best practices.
  • Established quality control measures to ensure security plans are submitted correctly and placed into event management business software.
  • Ensures compliance of dock pass requests, issuance, and tracking.
  • Assists with risk assessment, including training and mentoring.
  • Manages events in progress to ensure compliance with OCCC policy and public safety protocols.
  • Established a tracking system for the timely receipt of security plans from event security providers and show management as required by protocol.


Event Security Liaison

Orange County Convention Center
03.2023 - 06.2024
  • Oversaw security operations for contracted security companies ensuring compliance and enforcement is conducted for assigned events.
  • Reviewed and approved security staffing for events before move-in.
  • Coordinated with outside agencies including local, state, and federal agencies to ensure safety of all local, international attendees and dignitaries.
  • Attended client planning visits, pre/post on convention meetings to security oversight.

Security Console Operator

Orange County Convention Center
06.2022 - 03.2023
  • Monitored security cameras, alarms and access control systems at the Orange County Convention Center.
  • Coordinated with OCCC security representatives, law enforcement ,fire rescue, and event management staff during events.
  • Maintained security logs and performed other related duties as assigned.

Executive Security Agent

World Wrestling Entertainment
04.2017 - 11.2020
  • Delivered executive protection for WWE leadership, global talent, and celebrity guests during domestic and international events.
  • Conducted advanced security assessments of venues, hotels, stadiums, and travel routes.
  • Oversaw crowd management with contracted security companies at arenas and other live events.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality while safeguarding the safety and reputation of high profile individuals.


Police Officer

Orlando Police Department
11.1991 - 06.2011
  • Patrol Officer: Assistant Squad Leader responsible for squad, paperwork, and proper procedures followed across diverse communities to prevent crime, respond to emergencies, and protect the public.
  • Field Training Officer: Supervised, observed,trained, and reviewed probation police officers.
  • Detective: Investigated criminal activity, gathered evidence, and prepared evidence for prosecution.
  • City Commissioner Liaison: Provided protection service for commissioner. Organized and attended meetings with area businesses, organizations, and individuals to discuss crime and quality of life issues.
  • Recruiter: Served as assistant squad leader and recruited thousands of candidates locally and nationally .Responsible for interviews, background checks, and assisting with civil service exams.

Military Police Officer

United States Army
01.1987 - 05.1991
  • Enforced military and civilian laws, regulations on military base installations,
  • Performed arrests, searches, transports, and detention on base for incarcerated AWOL soldiers during the Gulf War.
  • Conducted patrols, security checks, and investigations, ensuring the safety of personnel, equipment, and facilities.

Florida Army National Guard

U.S Army National Guard
05.1984 - 12.1986
  • Provided security and control for the State of FLorida in emergencies and natural disasters.
  • Performed administrative services for the unit and other duties assigned by supervisor.

Education

No Degree - Law Enforcement Operations

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Valencia College
Orlando, FL
06-2003

Skills

  • High-pressure environments
  • Problem-solving
  • Organizational skills
  • Excellent communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Team leadership
  • Professionalism

Certification

  • Law Enforcement (Expired) - (1991-2011)
  • CPR Training 2024
  • FEMA Certification 2024

Timeline

Sr. Event Security Liaison

Orange County Convention Center
06.2024 - Current

Event Security Liaison

Orange County Convention Center
03.2023 - 06.2024

Security Console Operator

Orange County Convention Center
06.2022 - 03.2023

Executive Security Agent

World Wrestling Entertainment
04.2017 - 11.2020

Police Officer

Orlando Police Department
11.1991 - 06.2011

Military Police Officer

United States Army
01.1987 - 05.1991

Florida Army National Guard

U.S Army National Guard
05.1984 - 12.1986

No Degree - Law Enforcement Operations

Florida State University

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Valencia College

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE