Security Officer skilled at protecting personnel and premises. Responds and acts appropriately to situational assessments, including criminal acts and fire and medical emergencies remaining alert, attentive and vigilant at all times. Anticipates trouble and takes steps to intervene and diffuse using keen eye for detail.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Technician
Presbyterian Hospital
08.2020 - Current
Greet patients and visitors professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
Provided safety & security for patients and staff service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
Train new Security Officers in company policies, ensuring consistent knowledge across the team and adherence to established procedures.
Security Monitor II
Geo Group Inc
05.2018 - 08.2020
Maintained a secure environment for employees and visitors by enforcing access control policies and visitor management procedures.
Prepared and submitted reports to keep management informed of security activities and developments.
Supervised and evaluated security staff performance to determine compliance with safety regulations.
Supervise all resident movement within the assigned unit or area.
Reports resident accidents or injuries to supervisor.
Provides orientation to new residents and discharges others
Performs scheduled resident headcounts and completes written count reports.
Conducts daily inspections and searches of resident sleeping quarters and body searches as necessary.
When assigned, monitors eye drug testing.
Reports all resident behavioral problem incidents in writing to supervisor and conducts appropriate crisis intervention.
Collects urine samples for random and routine substance abuse screenings of residents.
Transports residents by company vehicle to out-of-facility appointments.
Contact response center, when residents escape.
Security Monitor I
NEW MEXICO MEN'S RECOVERY ACADEMY (NMMRA)
05.2018 - 08.2020
Review camera and alerted proper respondents regarding discrepancies.
Supervises all resident movement within the assigned unit or area.
Reports resident accidents or injuries to supervisor.
Provides orientation to new residents and discharges others
Performs scheduled resident headcounts and completes written count reports.
Conducts daily inspections and searches of resident sleeping quarters and body searches as necessary.
When assigned, monitors eye drug testing.
Reports all resident behavioral problem incidents in writing to supervisor and conducts appropriate crisis intervention.
Collects urine samples for random and routine substance abuse screenings of residents.
Transports residents by company vehicle to out-of-facility appointments.
Monitors security cameras to maintain safe and secure orderly environment for residents.
Enforces the facility's rules of conduct with the residents.
Supervises resident visitations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold
09.2012 - 05.2017
Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to project needs.
Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
Correctional Officer
NMCD
06.2010 - 04.2012
Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved inmates.
Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
Maintained inmate safety and monitoring of behavior and intervention during conflicts.
Reduced instances of contraband by searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
Correctional Sergeant
NMCD
06.2003 - 10.2007
Maintained safety & security in the correctional facility by enforcing rules, regulations, and procedures.
Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing searches for contraband or damage.
Served as a role model for and demonstrating professionalism in all my job responsibilities.
Conducted investigations into allegations of misconduct or rule violations, resulting disciplinary actions when necessary.
Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates.
Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by staying up-to-date on changes in laws and guidelines related to corrections work.
Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising in different prison locations.
Correctional Officer
NMCD
11.1986 - 11.2003
Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved .
Prevented escapes by inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
Maintained records of inmate incidents or infractions and logs as required.
Observed behavior of inmates and in groups.
Escort medical staff in distributing medications to inmates while securely handling sensitive materials.
Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
Enforced rules and regulations to maintain safety among inmates.
Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
Conducted rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.