Johnny Williams
Lexington
Summary
Vigilant Court Security Officer known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in surveillance techniques, emergency response coordination, and legal compliance. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, ensuring safety and security within court premises.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1996
1996
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead Court Security Officer
Walden Security
Lexington
01.2018 - Current
- Verified identity and credentials of visitors entering the courthouse.
- Performed regular patrols throughout the courthouse grounds to check for potential threats.
- Provided protection for judges, attorneys, jurors, witnesses and other court staff.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls from within the court facility.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to Court Security Officer duties.
- Screened visitors by checking identification, enforcing item rules and scanning bags.
- Monitored and inspected courtrooms to ensure security protocols were followed.
- Operated metal detectors to screen individuals entering the courthouse.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all incidents that occurred on site.
- Remained alert and attentive at all times while performing Court Security Officer duties.
- Investigated suspicious activities or persons on court property.
- Enforced rules and regulations for all personnel entering court premises.
- Maintained order during courtroom proceedings and ensured no disturbances occurred.
- Adhered strictly to safety guidelines when handling firearms while on duty.
- Displayed a professional demeanor while interacting with members of the public.
- Escorted jury to areas outside of courtroom to prevent jury contact with public.
- Coordinated scheduling for a diverse team, ensuring optimal coverage and operational efficiency across multiple sites.
- Managed daily operations related to employee scheduling such as approving time off requests or assigning shift swaps.
- Created and maintained employee schedules to ensure adequate staffing levels.
- Managed personnel schedules to keep shifts properly staffed.
- Maintained accurate records of employee hours, ensuring timely payroll processing and compliance with company policies.
Lexington Police Officer
Lexington Police Department
Lexington
06.2001 - 08.2017
- Enforced laws and regulations, ensuring public safety and maintaining order within the community.
- Responded to emergency calls, providing immediate assistance and coordinating with emergency services for effective resolution.
- Conducted thorough investigations of incidents, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to support case resolution.
- Trained and mentored new officers, sharing best practices and promoting adherence to departmental policies and procedures.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
- Led field training exercises to assess and improve officers' tactical skills, resulting in increased situational awareness.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance and support that strengthened team cohesion and enhanced overall department effectiveness.
- Reviewed operational documents such as Standard Operating Procedures prior to implementation by trainees in order to ensure accuracy.
- Conducted thorough interviews and interrogations, employing psychological techniques to obtain crucial information from witnesses and suspects.
- Conducted interviews and interrogations with witnesses, victims, and suspects.
- Testified in court cases to back up case evidence and detail timelines.
- Obtained and executed search and arrest warrants in full compliance with legal protections.
- Prepared detailed reports of investigative activities and findings.
- Managed investigations and prepared criminal cases for court.
- Spoke with witnesses, collected descriptions and located persons of interest.
- Designed and implemented lesson plans that enhanced the effectiveness of training programs for law enforcement personnel.
- Conducted evaluations and assessments to identify training needs, ensuring curriculum alignment with departmental objectives and law enforcement standards.
- Conducted lectures, demonstrations and group activities in order to enhance learning experience.
- Evaluated performance of students and made provisions to meet learning needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Georgetown College
Georgetown, KY 08.1992 - 05.1996
Jenkins High School
Jenkins, KYSkills
- Court security
- Emergency response
- Incident reporting
- Threat assessment
- Scheduling
- Managing CSO Activities
- Reporting Directly To The IS
Timeline
Lead Court Security Officer
Walden Security
01.2018 - Current
Lexington Police Officer
Lexington Police Department
06.2001 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Georgetown College
08.1992 - 05.1996
Jenkins High School