Brandon Avila
Chicago,IL
Summary
Talented Security Specialist adept at evaluating visitors, shipments and supplies for security issues. Disciplined and hardworking team player with superior skills in observing behavior, managing conflicts and solving problems gained over a 4-year career in security. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Resource Specialist
United Way
12.2022 - Current
- Identified useful resources and coordinated referrals.
- Enhanced resource allocation efficiency by streamlining the procurement process and implementing inventory management strategies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify resource gaps and create solutions for streamlined operations.
Target Security Specialist
Target
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Guided periodic property safety inspections and oversaw remedial action for potential hazards.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, computers and audit devices.
- Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Provided safety reports and data analysis to building managers to inform security processes.
- Screened incoming employees, personal belongings and shipments for security concerns.
Manager, Crew-mate
Chicago Line Cruises
04.2019 - 12.2019
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift inspections of dock equipment.
- Managed task delegation for crew-members as well as with Captains.
- Recorded number of passengers moved or boarded, using work tickets and daily production sheets.
- Communicated and coordinated with 100-200 Customers/Passengers to maintain efficiency in a fast-paced environment every hour.
Information Technology Specialist
Levy's Restaurants
02.2018 - 08.2018
- Installed and configured software and hardware.
- Managed network security and filtering settings.
- Maintained current software licenses and patched applications to stay up to date with latest features.
Education
High School Diploma -
Thomas Kelly High School
Chicago, IL06.2018
Skills
- Network administration
- Device configuration
- Task prioritization
- Safety-oriented
- Information gathering and analysis
- Customer service
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Resource Specialist
United Way
12.2022 - Current
Target Security Specialist
Target
08.2021 - 01.2023
Manager, Crew-mate
Chicago Line Cruises
04.2019 - 12.2019
Information Technology Specialist
Levy's Restaurants
02.2018 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Thomas Kelly High School
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