Ben Ashley
Sierra Madre,CA
Summary
- Dedicated and meticulous guard focused on ensuring personnel and premises safety. Effective in responding to criminal acts, fire emergencies, and medical incidents with constant alertness. Keen eye for detail and proactive in anticipating trouble to intervene and diffuse potential issues. Security professional with extensive expertise in protecting people and property, skilled in implementing security measures to foster a culture of safety. Recognized as a reliable team player who readily adapts to changing environments and maintains a vigilant presence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Professional
Alexandria Real Estate Equities
07.2024 - Current
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Reduced security incidents by proactively monitoring surveillance systems and responding to alarms in a timely manner.
- Improved overall security measures by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing effective protocols.
- Maintained situational awareness through continuous monitoring of potential threats and vulnerabilities in the environment.
- Managed incident response activities effectively, minimizing damage caused by breaches or other security events.
- Monitored property and investigated areas of suspicion.
- Performed guard duties by making judgment decisions within proper policy and procedures.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- 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.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
Security Officer
New York Film Academy Los Angeles Campus
12.2021 - 07.2024
- 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.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
Shift Supervisor
Laemmle Theatres
01.2007 - 07.2022
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
- Applied security, safety and loss prevention strategies during shifts.
- Conducted shift inspections to evaluate operational activities and implement timely resolutions for diverse concerns.
- Built performance-oriented culture with satisfied, hardworking employees by clearly highlighting employee success and developing leaders from within.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to keep location well stocked with necessary supplies.
- Completed daily financial activities and prepared weekly reports for management to inform decision-making.
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
Sales Director
Morrison Hotel Gallery
10.2007 - 12.2009
- Developed key partnerships with industry-leading organizations to strengthen professional network and expand future business opportunities.
- Boosted profits through effective supervision of entire sales department.
- Utilized consumer trends to shape sales approaches.
- Met with clients, delivering presentations, and educating on product and service features and offerings.
Education
High School Diploma -
Springfield High School
06.1995
Skills
- CCTV Surveillance
- Personnel Screening
- Security Guard License
- Superior Customer Service
- Detail-oriented
- Interpersonal skills
- Ethical conduct
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Computer literacy
- CCTV experience
- Incident Response
Certification
- Guard Registration, Bureau of Security and Investigative Services - EXP: 11/30/2025
- Powers to Arrest, Terrorism and Weapons of Mass Destruction certified
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
Security Professional
Alexandria Real Estate Equities
07.2024 - Current
Security Officer
New York Film Academy Los Angeles Campus
12.2021 - 07.2024
Sales Director
Morrison Hotel Gallery
10.2007 - 12.2009
Shift Supervisor
Laemmle Theatres
01.2007 - 07.2022
- Guard Registration, Bureau of Security and Investigative Services - EXP: 11/30/2025
- Powers to Arrest, Terrorism and Weapons of Mass Destruction certified
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
High School Diploma -
Springfield High School
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