Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Helena Boyd

Bloomingdales 59th Street
Brooklyn,NY
1
Certification
13
years of professional experience

Proactive and adaptable security professional with over 10 years of experience in loss prevention as well as a background in incident response,and protecting people and company assets. Recognized for strong-time management,teamwork, and observation skills, with a proven ability to support workplace safety and respond effectively to security risks.

Work History

Security Officer

6 Years 9 Months
Bloomingdales 59th Street | 11.2019 - Current
  • Assisted in developing comprehensive security policies to address potential risks and protect company assets.
  • Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
  • Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
  • Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
  • Trained new security personnel on protocols and emergency procedures.
  • Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.

Loss Prevention Officer

3 Years 1 Month
Barneys New York | 10.2016 - 11.2019
  • Conducted regular audits of merchandise for inventory accuracy.
  • Monitored store activities to prevent theft and reduce losses.
  • Assisted in designing and implementing more effective employee exit process, reducing opportunities for asset misappropriation.
  • Led team in conducting risk assessments to safeguard assets.
  • Responded quickly to emergency alarms and calls for assistance for improved issue prevention.
  • Assisted in the apprehension of shoplifters, adhering to company policies and legal guidelines during each incident.
  • Actively participated in weekly management meetings, providing insight on current loss prevention issues and recommending solutions where appropriate.

Loss Prevention Officer

3 Years 5 Months
Century 21 | 05.2013 - 10.2016
  • Reduced inventory shrinkage by implementing effective loss prevention strategies and procedures.
  • Evaluated security processes, proposing improvements to increase operational efficiency.
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate a welcoming atmosphere while making safety a top priority.ity.
  • Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
  • Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
  • Screened individuals and prevented the passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.

Education

High School Diploma

Samuel J. Tilden | Brooklyn, NY

Skills

Data management
Record keeping
Problem resolution
Surveillance monitoring
Incident response
Team collaboration
Crisis management
Skilled in Microsoft Office

Certification

BLS( American Heart Association)

  • CPR/ First Aid
  • NYS Licensed security guard

Timeline

Security Officer

Bloomingdales 59th Street
11.2019 - CurrentRead More

Loss Prevention Officer

Barneys New York
10.2016 - 11.2019Read More

Loss Prevention Officer

Century 21
05.2013 - 10.2016Read More

Samuel J. Tilden

High School Diploma
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Helena Boyd