Alec Herrera
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Proactive Security Professional with extensive experience in high-volume hospitality and gaming environments. Skilled in leading teams, enforcing policies, managing incidents, and ensuring operational continuity. Focused on safeguarding people, assets, and property reputation through accountability and effective security practices.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer/Report Writer/Field Training Officer
The Cosmopolitan Hotel
02.2024 - Current
- Executed incident reports, documenting events for future reference.
- Trained and mentored new security officers on daily protocols, emergency response, and site specific policies.
- Trained new security personnel on operational procedures and emergency response techniques.
- Managed High-Stress emergency situations, coordinated with local law enforcement, and wrote detailed incident reports
- Represents the Security Department of the Cosmopolitan at important meetings in various situations
Security Officer
Venetian/Palazzo Hotel
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Investigated disturbances and escalated crises by contacting law enforcement, ensuring prompt resolution.
Security Officer/Report Writer/Field Training Officer
MGM Mirage
10.2018 - 11.2023
- Enhanced report clarity by applying strong writing skills and meticulous editing.
- Effectively communicated complex data in a clear and concise manner, leading to better-informed decision making.
- Effectively communicated complex data in a clear and concise manner, leading to better-informed decisionmaking.
- Evaluated training effectiveness and program outcomes to inform future training initiatives.
- Ensured proper documentation of all training activities to maintain compliance with department guidelines and accreditation standards.
- Influenced new officers positively by showcasing professionalism, integrity, and commitment to public service.
Security Officer/Field Training Officer
Wynn Las Vegas
03.2014 - 10.2018
- Coordinated with local authorities during emergency situations.
- Trained new security personnel on protocols and emergency response procedures to prepare them for real-world scenarios.
- Analyzed trainee performance metrics to refine training strategies, improving overall trainee effectiveness.
Education
GED -
Western High School
Las Vegas, NVSkills
- Threat recognition
- Critical thinking
- Situational Awareness & Threat Recognition
- Conflict resolution
- Professional integrity
- Incident reporting
- Crisis management
- Emergency preparedness
- Safety awareness
- Risk assessment
- Team leadership
Accomplishments
Employee of the Month – The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas | Recognized for outstanding performance, professionalism, and dedication to security excellence.
Certification
- FTO - Certified Field Training Officer
- Certified Report Writer
Timeline
Security Officer/Report Writer/Field Training Officer
The Cosmopolitan Hotel
02.2024 - Current
Security Officer
Venetian/Palazzo Hotel
11.2023 - 02.2024
Security Officer/Report Writer/Field Training Officer
MGM Mirage
10.2018 - 11.2023
Security Officer/Field Training Officer
Wynn Las Vegas
03.2014 - 10.2018
GED -
Western High School
Employee of the Month
Employee of the Month – The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
Selected by management in recognition of my professionalism, reliability, and ability to represent The Cosmopolitan at off-property meetings and events. Entrusted to serve as a professional representative of the property, demonstrating management’s confidence in my judgment, communication skills, and professionalism.