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Marcus Gordon

Summary

Skilled Security Officer offering over three years of experience in security. Highly experienced in de-escalating conflicts and controlling behaviors. Background includes monitoring entrances, facility grounds and closed circuit feeds. Flexible Security Officer offering three years in security industry. Willing to work all shifts and holidays. Experienced in crowd surveillance and management, perimeter patrol and conflict de-escalation. 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.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

School Bus Monitor

Door To Door Transport
10.2019 - 03.2020

As a School bus Monitor I was responsible for my following job duties:

  • Worked with bus driver and parents to meet specialized needs of passengers.
  • Monitored behavior of children on bus and at loading areas and intervened to address conflicts and bullying.
  • Detailed factors such as weather, incidents, and aid rendered in daily reports to management.
  • Assisted driver in monitoring and managing student behaviors to promote safety.
  • Supervised and assisted special-needs passengers, offering individual adult attention during transport.
  • Maintained clean and sanitary bus by cleaning and removing trash at end of each route.
  • Provided physical assistance while loading and unloading passengers to promote safety and minimize delays at each route stop.

Security Officer

Securitas Security Services Inc,
07.2018 - 11.2018
  • 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.
  • Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
  • Issued access cards to authorized personnel to monitor access points.
  • Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
  • Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
  • Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
  • Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
  • Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
  • Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
  • Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
  • Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
  • Placed necessary outgoing calls to verify alarms, dispatch proper authorities and notify proper parties.

Night Custodian

Eastern Services
11.2010 - 06.2018
  • Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
  • Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
  • Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
  • Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
  • Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
  • Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
  • Maintained optimal supply levels to meet daily and special cleaning needs.

Security Officer

Building Security Services
09.2017 - 09.2017
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making s
  • 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.
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
  • Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
  • Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
  • Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
  • Issued access cards to authorized personnel to monitor access points.
  • Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
  • Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
  • Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
  • Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
  • Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
  • Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
  • Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
  • Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
  • Adhered to established procedures and posted orders to enforce company rules, policies and regulations to general public.
  • Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
  • Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
  • Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
  • Inspected and adjusted security systems, equipment and machinery to maximize coverage of parking lots and building interior and exterior.
  • Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
  • Recorded observations and occurrences and interviewed witnesses to complete and submit incident report.

School Bus Monitor

Belair Transport
10.2013 - 02.2015
  • Worked with bus driver and parents to meet specialized needs of passengers.
  • Completed timely and detailed incident reports, following corporate guidelines for accurate recordkeeping.
  • Supervised and assisted special-needs passengers, offering individual adult attention during transport.
  • Enforced NewJersey safety guidelines for passenger transportation to keep children safe and driver free of distraction.
  • Monitored behavior of children on bus and at loading areas and intervened to address conflicts and bullying.
  • Secured special seats and restraint devices used by students.
  • Maintained clean and sanitary bus by cleaning and removing trash at end of each route.

Security Officer

Building Security Services
09.2004 - 01.2005
  • 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.
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
  • Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
  • Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
  • Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
  • Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
  • Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
  • Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
  • Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
  • Placed necessary outgoing calls to verify alarms, dispatch proper authorities and notify proper parties.
  • Adhered to established procedures and posted orders to enforce company rules, policies and regulations to general public.
  • Analyzed and produced course-of-action reports and escalated issues outside scope of expertise to management.

Night Custodian

SunnySide Janitorial Services
11.2010 - 11.2015
  • Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
  • Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
  • Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
  • Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
  • Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
  • Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.

Education

High School Diploma -

Clifford J. Scott High School
129 Renshaw Avenue, East Orange NewJersey,07017
06.1994

Skills

  • Safety and Security
  • Public Safety and Security
  • Emergency Response
  • Contact Reports
  • Commercial Property
  • Special Events
  • Detainment
  • Effective Working Relationships
  • Facility Credentialing
  • Intruder Response and Removal
  • Protective Equipment Knowledge
  • Cooperative Attitude
  • Armed Security Guard Certification
  • Facility Policies and Procedures
  • Detailed Documentation
  • Personnel Protection
  • Incident Reporting
  • Alarm System Monitoring
  • CCTV Monitoring
  • Entrance Monitoring
  • Preventing Incidents
  • Client Requirements
  • Excellent Observation Skills
  • Handheld Devices
  • Report Preparation
  • Employee Assistance
  • Security Inspection
  • Traffic Control
  • Report Writing
  • Perimeter Patrol
  • Keen Observer
  • Patrol Procedures
  • Property Patrol
  • Building Patrols
  • Basic First Aid
  • Fire Prevention

Certification

  • Security Fireguard On the job & Pre-Assignment training Course-F031504 Certified at 'Urban Dynamics in NY,(2009)
  • Unarmed Security Officer Training -License at 'Guns For Hire in NJ, (2015)
  • Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Training -Certified at American Red Cross/ Jane H. Booker & J, Marshall Booker Building in NJ, (2015)
  • Armed Security Officer Level-l & Level-ll Training -Licensed at NJ, Firearms Academy (2016-2023)

Timeline

School Bus Monitor

Door To Door Transport
10.2019 - 03.2020

Security Officer

Securitas Security Services Inc,
07.2018 - 11.2018

Security Officer

Building Security Services
09.2017 - 09.2017

School Bus Monitor

Belair Transport
10.2013 - 02.2015

Night Custodian

Eastern Services
11.2010 - 06.2018

Night Custodian

SunnySide Janitorial Services
11.2010 - 11.2015

Security Officer

Building Security Services
09.2004 - 01.2005

High School Diploma -

Clifford J. Scott High School
Marcus Gordon