Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Recognized for achievement in security profession and throughout military career.
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Herman Seals

Suffolk

Summary

Adaptable security professional with over 20 years of proven history of providing exceptional leadership and superior performance gained from diverse work experience in protective security, law enforcement and military service. Accustomed to levering adaptive nature and sound judgment in challenging situations. Eager to deliver excellent service as a capable employee in your successful organization.

Overview

46
46
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Marine Painter

Newport News Shipbuilding
09.2020 - 04.2024
  • Contributed to extended lifespan of marine vessels by using protective coating systems designed for harsh environments.
  • Reduced downtime of marine vessels by completing painting projects within scheduled timelines.
  • Improved longevity of vessel surfaces by applying anti-corrosive coatings, preventing rust and damage from marine conditions.
  • Assisted in minimizing environmental impact by properly disposing waste materials from paint jobs according to regulation standards.
  • Assured quality control measures were followed consistently during each stage of the painting process from surface preparation to final touchup.
  • Prepared surfaces for painting through sanding, grinding, and cleaning techniques, ensuring optimal adhesion of paint products.

Security Profesional

Contsellis
08.2005 - 11.2019
  • Supervised small teams of security officers in providing personnel/physical security of property in high threat overseas locations.
  • Trained in the use of modern security technology and personnel protection measures.
  • Consistently displayed required weapons proficiency and physical stamina during annual re-qualifications.
  • Maintained situational awareness through continuous monitoring of potential threats and vulnerabilities in the environment.
  • Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
  • Employed effective time management when dealing with coordination and accountability during adverse situations.

Police Officer

Norfolk Police Department
02.2002 - 08.2005
  • Performed law enforcement duties as a Patrol, Bike and a Gang officer.
  • Responded to incidents where skills in conflict resolution, active listening and decision making were constantly challenged.
  • Actively engaged the public and business owners on utilizing crime prevention measures and crime reporting.

Crew Leader

Department of Civic Facilities Arts and Entertainment
02.2001 - 02.2002
  • Supervised personnel in events setup and maintenance of Civic Facilities in the city of Norfolk.
  • Diligently worked with crew members and other facilities personnel to ensure facilities were well maintained and safe during performances.
  • Responsible for management, storage and inventory of hazardous cleaning materials.
  • Properly inventoried and issued equipment and tools needed for maintenance and event setups.
  • Ensured crew members followed strict rules and safety procedures when utilizing mechanical equipment and handheld power tools.

Small Unit Leader (Infantry/Reconnaissance)

United States Marine Corps
05.1978 - 02.2001
  • Provided leadership, management and guidance to 30 Marines in the accomplishment of assigned tasks during normal and abnormal circumstances.
  • Served honorably until retirement in various leadership positions in the field of Combat Arms and Special Operations during peacetime and combat operations.

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Marine Coatings Level I

Norfolk, VA
09-2020

No Degree - Economics

Ithaca College
Ithaca, NY
05-1981

Skills

  • Safety and compliance
  • Team building
  • Conflict resolution
  • Time management
  • Risk mitigation
  • Data entry
  • Record-keeping
  • Report writing
  • Mentoring
  • Conduct risk assessment
  • Training coordination
  • Documentation
  • Quality assurance
  • Inventory management
  • Budgeting and Managing safety gear and equipment
  • Familiar with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Accomplishments

  • Military recognition for leadership, innovation, an accomplishment as a Small unit leader and Detachment operations chief during complex peacetime and wartime.
  • Achieved superior performance of duty as a security personnel in austere overseas locations.
  • Employee of the month recognition by two city departments Civic Facilities in 2001 and Norfolk Police in 2003.

Certification

  • Pro Trainings (ProCPR) adult/Child/Infant CPR/AED/FirstAid: Current.
  • Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) Police Officer: 2002-2005.

Affiliations

  • Force Recon Association
  • US Military Freefall Association

Recognized for achievement in security profession and throughout military career.

Recognized for achievement during intense periods of turmoil in overseas locations, in 2009, 2011, and 2018.Due to the sensitive nature of my work unable to provide details.

Recognized numerous times during military career for superior performance of duties as well as numerous letters of appreciations. Copies of awards and letters have been annotated on my DD214.

Received the distinguished award of Super Squad 1986, for achievement as the best Infantry Squad in the United States Marine Corps.

 

Timeline

Marine Painter

Newport News Shipbuilding
09.2020 - 04.2024

Security Profesional

Contsellis
08.2005 - 11.2019

Police Officer

Norfolk Police Department
02.2002 - 08.2005

Crew Leader

Department of Civic Facilities Arts and Entertainment
02.2001 - 02.2002

Small Unit Leader (Infantry/Reconnaissance)

United States Marine Corps
05.1978 - 02.2001

Certificate of Technical Studies - Marine Coatings Level I

No Degree - Economics

Ithaca College

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