Brandon Adams
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dedicated and a hard worker. Well-versed in providing personal, equipment and property security in transportation facilities, warehouses and distribution centers. Astute and skilled at identifying potential risks and using common sense in high-stress situations. Physically fit and skilled at defending clients and assets. Excellent self-control and level head in difficult situations, is able to manage security risks with ease and use sound judgment to resolve problem situations quickly.
Professional with strong background in maintaining safety and security within facilities. Skilled in crisis management, conflict resolution, and enforcing rules and regulations. Focused on collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for reliability and effective communication, with keen observational skills and strong sense of integrity.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Nevada Department of Corrections
05.2023 - Current
Security Officer
South Point Hotel Casino & Spa
02.2018 - 05.2023
- Monitored central alarm systems for fire, intrusion and duress alarms and responded to 4 emergencies weekly.
- Inspected suspicious activities and monitored premises for criminal acts and rule infractions.
- Performed deep searches and pat-downs to look for unauthorized materials and items such as weapons.
- Warned offenders about rule infractions and violations and verbally evicted violators from premises.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Became a part-time Certified Dispatcher at South Point (accomplishment)
Police Recruit
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department
12.2017 - 02.2018
- Training to Become a Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Officer.
- Learned the "Use Of Force" and the 400 codes.
- Learned how to conduct proper pat downs and searches for contraband.
- Learned how to be a Squad Leader.
- Went over 3 different handcuffing techniques.
- Learned how to operate a Police Cruiser.
Security Officer
South Point Hotel Casino & Spa
08.2016 - 12.2017
- Collaborated with area law enforcement professional to organize safe apprehensions and coordinate investigations.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations within 2 to 4 minutes to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Certified First Aid CPR & AED with American Heart Association (Accomplishment)
Cashier
Terrible Herbst Gas Station
11.2011 - 08.2016
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction and sales numbers.
- Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.
- Resolved issues with POS systems, card readers and receipt printers to prevent customer delays.
- Counted cash in register drawer to balance register at beginning and end of shift.
- Consistently met upsell goals by highlighting target merchandise with strategic promotional approaches.
- A people person
Education
Computer Science
Southwestern Illinois College (SWIC)
Belleville, ILArcheology
University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV)
Las Vegas, NVHigh School Diploma - undefined
Belleville Township High School West
Belleville, IL01.2006
Skills
- Crime prevention
- Stationary surveillance
- Emergency management
- Dispatcher
- Emergency response
- My Experience as a Correctional Officer helped me to be more proficient with handcuffing
- My experience as a Correctional Officer enhanced my ability to solve problems and de-escalation
- Security Guard License
- Communication skills
- Theft prevention training
- Time Management
Additional Information
The Nevada Department of Corrections Academy is 8 weeks of rigorous training. Approximately 120 total hours of comprehensive curriculum, emphasis of practical skills, and post academy training (10 week field training program).
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Nevada Department of Corrections
05.2023 - Current
Security Officer
South Point Hotel Casino & Spa
02.2018 - 05.2023
Police Recruit
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department
12.2017 - 02.2018
Security Officer
South Point Hotel Casino & Spa
08.2016 - 12.2017
Cashier
Terrible Herbst Gas Station
11.2011 - 08.2016
Computer Science
Southwestern Illinois College (SWIC)
Archeology
University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV)
High School Diploma - undefined
Belleville Township High School West
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