Bradford Chambers
Reno,NV
Summary
Seasoned security team member with advanced understanding of facility, grounds, personnel and asset security practices. Highly observant and diligent with high integrity, strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving abilities. Trained in Lethal and non lethal weapons, defensive tactics and conflict de-escalation techniques. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Atlantis Casino
Reno, NV
03.2024 - Current
- Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
Special Response Team/Armed Security Officer
Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
Reno, NV
02.2021 - 12.2023
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activities and persons.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations, including medical emergencies, fire alarms, bomb threats.
- Provided assistance to law enforcement agencies in apprehending suspects when necessary.
- Interacted with customers in a professional manner while providing directions or responding to inquiries.
- Adhered to company policies regarding access control procedures for visitors and guests and contractors.
- Conducted regular patrols of the facility grounds using both vehicle and foot patrol methods.
- Participated in training exercises related to emergency response protocols.
- Provided escorts for authorized personnel entering restricted areas within the facility.
- Maintained order and safety while providing customer service and information to facility visitors.
- Investigated reported incidents to protect company assets.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
- Identified suspicious activity to determine appropriate response.
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
Security Supervisor
Sands Casino
Reno, NV
06.2020 - 12.2021
- Ensured security staff is properly trained and certified in accordance with company policies and local regulations.
- Monitored security operations to ensure compliance with established procedures and standards.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations as they arise by deploying appropriate resources and personnel.
- Created schedules for security personnel shift rotations and monitored staffing levels to ensure adequate coverage at all times.
- Provided ongoing coaching, feedback, development opportunities, discipline when necessary to ensure employees are meeting expectations.
Sales Associate
Multiple
Phoenix, AZ
06.1994 - 10.2017
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
- Attended weekly team meetings to review performance goals and objectives.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
Police Officer
City Of Avondale
Avondale, AZ
06.1987 - 11.1991
- Responded to emergency situations by dispatching appropriate personnel to address the incident.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Organized crime scene investigation, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
- Investigated suspicious persons or activities to determine if criminal activity was present.
- Monitored radio transmissions from dispatch regarding reported crimes or emergencies.
- Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.
Correctional Officer
Arizona Department of Corrections
Goodyear, AZ
03.1985 - 11.1990
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
- Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
Reserve Firefighter
Rural metro fire
Scottsdale, AZ
05.1983 - 07.1984
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical aid as a Reserve Firefighter.
- Assisted with extinguishing fires, rescuing victims, and providing hazardous material control.
- Performed vehicle extrication operations during motor vehicle accidents.
- Administered first aid and CPR techniques to injured persons prior to transport to medical facilities.
- Participated in drills and training sessions designed to enhance firefighter skillset.
- Followed established protocols for handling hazardous materials safely.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
Framer/Forklift Operator
Multiple
Phoenix, AZ
05.1981 - 05.1984
- Measured and cut lumber to specified dimensions using a hand saw, power miter saw, or radial arm saw.
- Assembled and nailed together the framework of studs, headers and sills.
- Laid out patterns of interior partitions onto the floor before assembling the framing components that make up each partition wall.
- Reinforced structural elements with metal ties when required by local building codes.
- Stacked materials neatly at job sites in order to maintain a safe environment free from clutter.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
- Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Reserve Police Academy
Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZSkills
- Security Equipment Operation
- Access Control Management
- Patrol operations
- Staff Management
- Crime Prevention
- Arrest procedures
- Emergency Response
- Relationship building and management
- Conflict de-escalation
- Law enforcement background
- Crime prevention methods
- Incident Reporting
- Weapons training
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Criminal law knowledge
Timeline
Security Officer
Atlantis Casino
03.2024 - Current
Special Response Team/Armed Security Officer
Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
02.2021 - 12.2023
Security Supervisor
Sands Casino
06.2020 - 12.2021
Sales Associate
Multiple
06.1994 - 10.2017
Police Officer
City Of Avondale
06.1987 - 11.1991
Correctional Officer
Arizona Department of Corrections
03.1985 - 11.1990
Reserve Firefighter
Rural metro fire
05.1983 - 07.1984
Framer/Forklift Operator
Multiple
05.1981 - 05.1984
Some College (No Degree) - Reserve Police Academy
Glendale Community College
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