Ashley Merritt
McKinney,TX
Summary
Dedicated and dependable Security Guard with over 4 years of experience providing safety, security, and protection in various environments. Skilled in monitoring facilities, conducting patrols, responding to incidents, enforcing safety procedures, and maintaining detailed reports. Experienced in handling high-pressure situations with professionalism, strong communication, and sound judgment. Committed to protecting people, property, and assets while delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining a safe and secure environment.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Unarmed Security Officer
Sunstates Security
Dallas, TX
01.2026 - Current
- Maintained detailed logs of daily activities, incidents, and observations for accurate reporting.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Directed guests around building and answered accessibility questions.
- Watched different facility areas from central location via different CCTV feeds, obtaining maximum coverage of important areas.
- Monitored alarm systems to detect any unauthorized entries into protected areas.
- Enhanced safety by conducting thorough and regular patrols of the premises.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
Security Guard
GardaWorld Security
Dallas, TX
03.2025 - 01.2026
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of personnel and property.
- Conducted regular patrols to detect and prevent unauthorized activities.
- Responded promptly to incidents, ensuring effective resolution and documentation.
- Implemented access control measures to regulate entry and maintain facility integrity.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
Security Guard
Andy Fran Security
Dallas, TX
09.2022 - 03.2025
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security for personnel and property.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify and address potential security threats.
- Assisted in crowd management during high-attendance events, ensuring orderly flow of participants.
- Collaborated with event organizers to establish safety protocols and emergency procedures.
- Monitored crowd behavior to prevent altercations, intervening when necessary to maintain a peaceful atmosphere.
- Scanned incoming and outgoing personnel and packages using hand-held wands and x-ray machinery to protect building, assets, and individuals.
Education
High School Diploma -
John Ehret
Marrero, LA05.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Journalism And Mass Communication
Southern University At New Orleans
New Orleans, LASkills
- Property patrol
- Report writing
- Incident reporting
- Patrol techniques
- Facility security
- Vigilant surveillance
- Alarm monitoring
- Parking enforcement
- CCTV monitoring
- Law enforcement collaboration
- Alarm system monitoring
- Premises patrol
- CCTV tracking
- Entrance monitoring
- CPR certified
- Security guard license
- CPO Certified
Certification
- Certified Protection Officer (CPO), International Foundation for Protection Officers
- Guard Card
Languages
English
Timeline
Unarmed Security Officer
Sunstates Security
01.2026 - Current
Security Guard
GardaWorld Security
03.2025 - 01.2026
Security Guard
Andy Fran Security
09.2022 - 03.2025
High School Diploma -
John Ehret
Associate of Applied Science - Journalism And Mass Communication
Southern University At New Orleans
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the US for any employer