Alma Reed
Chandler,AZ
Summary
Protective security guard with several years of experience working to promote safety of people and premises in assigned area. Expertise in controlling exits and entrances and testing and inspecting fire and security systems. Proactive and watchful professional possessing deep knowledge of of security operations and safety practices. Detail-oriented professional in security management, known for high productivity and efficiency in completing tasks. Skilled in risk assessment, emergency response planning, and security protocol development. Excels at problem-solving, communication, and teamwork, ensuring seamless operation and safety in challenging environments.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Security
Allied Universal Security Services
Tempe, AZ
08.2020 - Current
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Confirmed visitor identification prior to granting entry into the building.
- Monitored premises and recorded activity in daily officer reports.
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of staff and visitors.
- Operated surveillance equipment to monitor restricted areas for unauthorized access.
- Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
Security Guard
Anderson Security
Tempe, AZ
05.2018 - 08.2020
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security for employees and visitors.
- Maintained detailed logs of daily activities, incidents, and observations for records.
- Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
- Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Confirmed visitor identification prior to granting entry into the building.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
Security Guard
Salt Lake River Project
Tempe, AZ
08.2012 - 05.2018
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of staff and visitors.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
- Monitored premises and recorded activity in daily officer reports.
Housekeeper
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Saskatchewan
Tempe, AZ
08.2012 - 08.2013
- Cleaned and sanitized guest rooms to maintain hotel standards.
- Managed laundry services, ensuring cleanliness and organization of linens.
- Replenished supplies and amenities in guest accommodations daily.
- Assisted in training new staff on cleaning protocols and procedures.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
- Changed bed linens and towels, tidied up rooms.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Used cleaning chemicals following proper guidelines.
- Moved beds, sofas and small furniture to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping and scrubbing.
Security Officers
Issaquena County Correctional Prison
Mayersville, MS
06.2011 - 07.2012
- Monitored inmate activities and maintained security protocols consistently.
- *Monitor cameras for the entire facility
*Registered visitors in the computer
*Keep count of inmates on an hourly basis
*Open and close the security doors for all officers
Daycare Assistant
Perfect Beginners
Rolling Fork, MS
04.2010 - 05.2011
- Helped with mealtime preparation and cleanup including serving food, setting tables, washing dishes.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Assisted in leading and organizing activities for children such as arts, crafts, games and reading stories.
- Maintained classroom cleanliness by tidying up toys, wiping down surfaces and vacuuming rugs.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Motivated children to participate in various tasks encouraging them to be independent thinkers while having fun at the same time.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
- Kept accurate records of attendance, meals served, nap times and other important information related to childcare.
- Implemented health and safety protocols to maintain a secure facility for children.
- Monitored children's interactions to promote positive social skills and cooperation.
EVS Housekeeper
Riverwalk Casino
Vicksburg, MS
10.2008 - 08.2009
- Maintained cleanliness of guest areas throughout the casino and hotel facilities.
- Operated cleaning equipment to ensure thorough sanitation of carpets and floors.
- Collaborated with team members to uphold high standards of cleanliness.
- Performed daily cleaning tasks such as dusting, mopping floors, vacuuming carpets, emptying wastebaskets, scrubbing toilets and sinks.
- Cleaned and maintained all patient rooms, bathrooms, corridors, offices and other assigned areas according to established procedures.
- Assisted in laundry operations by sorting soiled linen into designated bins for washing, drying, folding, storing.
- Trained new staff on cleaning procedures and safety guidelines effectively.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to all safety policies and procedures.
Housekeeper
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton
Vicksburg, MS
02.1999 - 03.2008
- Cleaned and sanitized guest rooms to maintain hotel standards.
- Managed laundry services, ensuring cleanliness and organization of linens.
- Replenished supplies and amenities in guest accommodations daily.
- Maintained inventory of cleaning supplies for efficient operations.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
- Changed bed linens and towels, tidied up rooms.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Used cleaning chemicals following proper guidelines.
- Emptied trash receptacles throughout the property.
- Moved beds, sofas and small furniture to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rolling Fork High School
Rolling Fork, MS05-1993
Skills
- Security protocols
- Surveillance operations
- Access control
- Incident reporting
- Emergency response
- Risk assessment
Timeline
Security
Allied Universal Security Services
08.2020 - Current
Security Guard
Anderson Security
05.2018 - 08.2020
Security Guard
Salt Lake River Project
08.2012 - 05.2018
Housekeeper
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Saskatchewan
08.2012 - 08.2013
Security Officers
Issaquena County Correctional Prison
06.2011 - 07.2012
Daycare Assistant
Perfect Beginners
04.2010 - 05.2011
EVS Housekeeper
Riverwalk Casino
10.2008 - 08.2009
Housekeeper
Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton
02.1999 - 03.2008
High School Diploma -
Rolling Fork High School
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