Steven A. Turner
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Experienced with security operations, including risk assessment and crisis management. Utilizes strategic planning to enhance security measures and protect assets effectively. Track record of leading security teams and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Security professional with strong background in safeguarding assets and personnel. Known for developing and implementing effective security strategies, fostering collaborative team environment, and adapting to changing security needs. Reliable and focused on achieving results through proactive risk management and team coordination.
Confident Security Manager successful at making critical decisions quickly and effectively. Adept at meeting security challenges calmly and rationally.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Supervisor
HALO Sports & Entertainment at The Kia Forum
Inglewood, CA
03.2023 - Current
- Responsible for using best practices to identify, analyze, and support all incidents that are either impactful or potentially impactful to business, the brand and/or employees. Be a problem solver, possess critical thinking skills and be detail-oriented. Must use best practices for communicating information surrounding those incidents to leadership as appropriate. Supervisor practices leadership of a team who will monitor cameras and alarms, dispatch associated calls via telephone and radio, operate access control technology, and provide general assistance to both employees and guests. Supports the Kia Forum as they prepare for, respond to, and recover from both crisis and non-crisis incidents.
- Supervised security staff, ensuring adherence to protocols and procedures.
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify vulnerabilities and improve security measures.
- Implemented access control measures to enhance venue safety and visitor experience.
- Monitored surveillance systems to detect suspicious activities and prevent incidents.
- Conducted regular patrols of facility to detect and deter security threats.
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Monitored alarm systems and CCTV footage to enable prompt attention and response.
- Closely monitored alarm systems, responding promptly to alerts and coordinating appropriate action when necessary.
- Prepared and submitted reports to keep management informed of security activities and developments.
- Supervised and evaluated security staff performance to determine compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated with security personnel or other departments to establish safety of visitors and staff.
- Collaborated with management to develop security policies and procedures.
Supervisor
Los Angeles Unified School District
Los Angeles
10.2014 - Current
- Supervise children on the playground as well as coaching children for after school sports at Fleming Middle School as well as supervisor for Beyond the Bell program which consist of three staff personnel.
Supervisor
Contemporary Services Corporation
Los Angeles
08.2017 - 02.2024
- Responsible for working and supervising staff during a variety of different events, such as concerts, sports events, load-ins and load outs, as well as specialized positions such as The Kia Forum Command Center and Coliseum Watchman.
Police Officer and Detective
Los Angeles Police Department
Los Angeles
02.1996 - 06.2011
- Patrol Officer, Narcotics Undercover Officer, Surveillance Officer for Anti-Terrorist and Major Crimes Division, Detective consisting of crime tables such as Burglary, Domestic Violence, Theft, Auto Crimes, Violent Crimes and Homicide
Commissioned Officer
US Army
United States
09.1989 - 05.2002
- Led tactical operations to enhance mission success and readiness across diverse environments.
- Developed training programs for personnel, improving operational effectiveness and team cohesion.
- Coordinated logistics and supply chain management, ensuring timely delivery of resources to support missions.
- Implemented safety protocols, reducing risk and enhancing compliance across all units.
- Conducted performance evaluations, mentoring junior officers to foster professional development and leadership skills.
- Analyzed operational data to inform strategic planning and decision-making processes within the unit.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Delivered high-quality training programs, enhancing employee skill sets and contributing to professional development efforts.
- Increased awareness and preparedness for potential threats by developing comprehensive training materials for new recruits.
- Developed strategic plans to optimize resource allocation across multiple units.
Education
B. S. Degree - Criminal Justice, United States Army Commision R.O.T.C.
CSU Long Beach
Long Beach05-1993
Skills
- Supervisory Experience, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Initiative, Mission Accomplishment, Problem Solving, Time Management, Guest Relations
- Team leadership
- CCTV monitoring
- Staff management
- Security personnel training
- Daily incident reporting
Accomplishments
- Supervised numerous security guards and officers.
- Recruited and trained numerous new staff members in effective security measures and guard techniques.
- Supervised team of numerous staff members.
- Achieved an accommodation by completing the task of increasing the percentage of Search Warrants written with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- U,S. Army Commission, U.S. Army - 2 years
Timeline
Security Supervisor
HALO Sports & Entertainment at The Kia Forum
03.2023 - Current
Supervisor
Contemporary Services Corporation
08.2017 - 02.2024
Supervisor
Los Angeles Unified School District
10.2014 - Current
Police Officer and Detective
Los Angeles Police Department
02.1996 - 06.2011
Commissioned Officer
US Army
09.1989 - 05.2002
B. S. Degree - Criminal Justice, United States Army Commision R.O.T.C.
CSU Long Beach
AWARDS
General Omar Bradley Scholarship recipient 1990, Dean’s List from The College of Health and Human Services for Outstanding Scholastic Achievement 1993, United States Army Commision 1993