Arthur Mcgowan
Brooksville,KY
Summary
Security-focused and diligent Guard skilled at protecting personnel and premises. Responds and acts appropriately to situational assessments, including criminal acts and fire and medical emergencies remaining alert, attentive and vigilant at all times. Anticipates trouble and takes steps to intervene and diffuse using keen eye for detail. Experienced Security Monitor with quick instincts. Actively monitor surroundings and guards physical, monetary and personnel assets. Establishes policies and action plans to guarantee success and optimal team performance. Solid history training team members on standard protocol when patrolling large crowds. Talented security professional skilled at conducting building patrols, securing entrances and exits and keeping visitors under constant surveillance. Skilled in writing reports, updating records and handling simultaneous tasks in fast-paced settings. Safety-conscious security team member with excellent communication skills and eye for detail. Physically dexterous to monitor premises through advanced security cameras. Skilled at handling and resolving conflicts professionally. Diligent Security professional with [Number] years of experience monitoring facility staff and visitors to maintain order and safety. Demonstrated to learn new procedures and policies using defensive tactics within strict guidelines. Leverages excellent listening and service skills in emergency response and evaluation procedures.
Overview
51
51
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Churchill Downs
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
Security Guard
GardaWorld Security
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Placed necessary outgoing calls to verify alarms, dispatch proper authorities and notify proper parties.
Security Guard
Clark Security
03.2018 - 01.2022
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Interacted assertively but non-confrontationally with personnel and general public.
- Recorded observations and occurrences and interviewed witnesses to complete and submit incident report.
- Adhered to established procedures and posted orders to enforce company rules, policies and regulations to general public.
- Regulated vehicle and pedestrian traffic onto building grounds.
- Placed necessary outgoing calls to verify alarms, dispatch proper authorities and notify proper parties.
Military ARMY
US Goverment
06.1972 - 06.1972
Education
High School Diploma -
MAYSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
Maysville, KY05.1972
Skills
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Corrective Actions
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Responding to Emergencies
- Report Generation
- Motor Vehicle Escort
- Passenger Screening
- Property Patrol
- Prevention of Unauthorized Entry
- Firearms Expertise
- Foot and Vehicle Patrol
- Investigate Incidents
- Crisis Intervention Training
- Checkpoint Management
- Security Operations Experience
Timeline
Security Officer
Churchill Downs
06.2023 - 08.2023
Security Guard
GardaWorld Security
08.2022 - 01.2023
Security Guard
Clark Security
03.2018 - 01.2022
Military ARMY
US Goverment
06.1972 - 06.1972
High School Diploma -
MAYSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL