AJERICKA BELL
Rochester
Summary
Highly competent Transportation Security Officer with valuable experience in maintaining secure environments, implementing safety protocols, and managing passenger screenings. Strengths include strong communication skills, keen observational abilities, and familiarity with security technology. Previous roles have resulted in improved safety measures and efficient workflow in high-traffic transportation hubs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transportation Security Officer
Department of Homeland Security
Romulus
09.2019 - Current
- Reported any violations of TSA regulations or policies to supervisory staff immediately.
- Verified identification documents such as passports and driver's licenses prior to boarding aircrafts.
- Maintained knowledge of current aviation security standards and best practices.
- Inspected baggage for explosives or other hazardous materials using advanced equipment.
- Utilized problem solving skills to deescalate difficult customer service encounters.
- Documented incidents involving passengers in accordance with agency protocols.
- Ensured that all personnel entering restricted areas had proper credentials and authorization.
- Searched individuals and baggage for weapons and other prohibited items.
- Utilized metal detectors, wands and X-ray screening machines to perform thorough check of individuals, belongings and cargo.
- Monitored and conducted passenger screening.
- Provided security and protection to travelers across all transportation sectors.
- Operated security equipment for screenings using hand wands and X-ray machines.
Lead Cashier
Lowes Home Improvment
La Plata
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Responsible for opening and closing registers accurately according to established procedures.
- Provided support to other departments when needed such as stocking shelves or running register.
- Kept informed of current promotions, exchange and refund policies, pricing structures.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Conducted weekly inventory checks to ensure product availability for customers.
- Processed returns and exchanges efficiently while adhering to company policies.
- Assisted with training new cashiers in departmental operations and procedures.
- Ensured accuracy of all transactions by verifying prices, quantities, discounts.
Security Officer
United Protective Services
Plano
09.2017 - 04.2018
- Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities.
- Participated in training sessions to stay up-to-date on current security trends and best practices.
- Investigated any suspicious persons or vehicles on premises and contacted appropriate authorities if necessary.
- Adhered to post orders while maintaining a visible presence around the property.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Enforced access control measures in accordance with established procedures.
- Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
- Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
- Assisted with crowd control during large events held at the facility.
- Investigated all reported incidents of theft or vandalism on premises.
- Provided assistance to other departments as needed such as deliveries from vendors or contractors.
- Prepared detailed reports regarding daily activities, unusual occurrences, maintenance issues.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Architecture
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MSPsychology
College of Southern Maryland
La Plata, MDPsychology
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, ALSkills
- Security screening
- Document verification
- Incident reporting
- Equipment operation
- Access control
- Customer service
- Baggage inspections
- Threat mitigation
- Threat management
- Suspicious activity identification
Certification
- ATLAS Certification - This certification allows me to detect behaviors and threats against the nations transportation systems.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Transportation Security Officer
Department of Homeland Security
09.2019 - Current
Lead Cashier
Lowes Home Improvment
01.2019 - 09.2019
Security Officer
United Protective Services
09.2017 - 04.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Architecture
Hinds Community College
Psychology
College of Southern Maryland
Psychology
Columbia Southern University
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