Cliff Peterson
St Louis,MO
Summary
Criminal justice professional well-educated on state and federal laws, court procedures and underlying social issues that contribute to crime. Expertise in research and statistical analysis.
A highly motivated and experienced Homeland Security professional with a strong commitment to protecting the safety and security of our nation. Proven ability to work collaboratively to identify and address security threats, with a dedication to upholding the highest standards of law enforcement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Security
Allied Universal Security Services
Des Peres, MO
07.2024 - Current
- Oversaw safety of guests, employees and and assets by enforcing and regulating security policies and procedures and monitoring and maintaining security systems.
- Trained staff in security awareness and protocols, cultivating a culture of vigilance within the organization.
- Oversaw budget allocation for security equipment and services, optimizing resource utilization while maintaining high levels of protection.
- Implemented cutting-edge surveillance technology to enhance monitoring capabilities and deter potential threats.
- Directed security services and safety functions to align key processes with goals and objectives of organization and regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated emergency evacuation drills and exercises and developed and improved emergency procedures.
- Coordinated with facilities management to ensure physical infrastructure improvements aligned with security requirements.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to maintain a secure environment and strengthen community relations.
- Aligned corporate objectives with operational goals in the realm of security operations, creating cohesive strategies that promote success across all functions.
- Monitored and maintained CCTV and access control systems to protect personnel and assets.
- Determined security budgets and identified opportunities to optimize resource utilization.
- Established and maintained close working relationships with local law enforcement officers.
Assistant Director of Security
Allied Universal Security
Des Peres, MO
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Enhanced overall security by implementing new procedures and protocols for staff and visitors.
- Reduced incident response time by streamlining communication channels between team members.
- Increased staff performance by providing regular training sessions and skill development workshops.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to ensure a safe and secure environment for all personnel.
- Mentored junior security officers, fostering an environment of teamwork and professional growth within the department.
- Implemented workplace safety initiatives, reducing accidents and injuries through employee education and awareness programs.
- Spearheaded risk assessment projects, identifying potential threats and developing mitigation strategies accordingly.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations by regularly updating policies and procedures in line with current legislation.
- Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration during high-profile events, managing complex logistical requirements while maintaining stringent security standards.
- Oversaw safety of guests, employees and and assets by enforcing and regulating security policies and procedures and monitoring and maintaining security systems.
- Directed security services and safety functions to align key processes with goals and objectives of organization and regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated emergency evacuation drills and exercises and developed and improved emergency procedures.
- Established measures, metrics, thresholds and targets to drive performance in alignment with security and other business strategies.
- Worked in fast-paced and high-risk environments while maintaining exceptional standards of excellence for security programs, strategies, and plans.
- Submitted documentation for weekly payroll, managed schedules, and enforced policies.
- Established and maintained close working relationships with local law enforcement officers.
- Implemented comprehensive security plans to provide highest levels of protection for facilities.
- Supervised team of 20 security personnel during shift.
Security Supervisor
St. Louis Union Station Hotel
St Louis, MO
10.2023 - 03.2024
- 40 hours a week
- Supervised and evaluated security staff performance to determine compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted frequent security audits to identify potential problems related to physical security, staff safety, and asset protection.
- Collaborated with management to develop security policies and procedures.
- Developed and implemented security policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for operations and maintain quality standards.
- Analyzed and investigated incidents alongside functional management and security protocols
- Developed and maintained emergency response plans to promote fast and effective action during crises.
- Analyzed security threats and risks and developed mitigation strategies to reduce potential losses.
- Established and maintained close working relationships with local law enforcement officers.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop and implement strategies to mitigate security risks.
- Worked in fast-paced and high-risk environments while maintaining exceptional standards of excellence for security programs, strategies, and plans.
- Served as liaison with public officials, company negotiators and other departments to maintain big picture understanding of security needs covering all corporate assets.
- Delivered regular security awareness programs to educate personnel on security measures and protocols.
Security Officer/Loss Prevention
St. Louis Union Station Hotel
St Louis, MO
09.2022 - 10.2023
- 40 hrs/week
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle and by foot.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Inspected suspicious activities and monitored premises for criminal acts and rule infractions.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Reported irregularities such as fire and safety hazards to maintenance.
- Reviewed both security camera footage and live feeds to spot trespassers and criminal activity.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks and visitors.
- Monitored employee activities, confirming compliance with security regulations.
- Drafted reports of property damage, theft, accidents and unusual occurrences to document daily activities and irregularities.
- Reviewed camera and system feeds and alerted proper respondents regarding discrepancies.
- Contacted law enforcement in case of unauthorized persons, documents and materials.
- Warned offenders about rule infractions and violations and verbally evicted violators from premises.
- Collaborated with area law enforcement and federal investigators to support safe fugitive apprehensions and coordinate investigations.
- Operated scanning equipment to view internal structures of luggage, purses and other bags to check for prohibited items.
- Performed deep searches and pat-downs to look for unauthorized materials and items such as weapons.
- Participated in staff meetings, special events and professional development activities.
- Administered CPR and first aid to resuscitate individuals while waiting for emergency medical responders to arrive.
- Investigated and documented thefts and suspicious activity to improve issue prevention.
- Generated comprehensive reports documenting evidence of attempted theft and recovered merchandise.
- Completed incident reports and activity logs for accurate, current records.
Automotive Detailer
Smoky Jennings Chevrolet
Palmyra, IL
08.2021 - 09.2022
- 40-50 hrs/week
- Vacuumed interiors of vehicles to remove dirt and debris.
- Completed vehicle inspections prior to service and after completion to assess damage.
- Washed cars and trucks daily for auto dealership.
- Used steam cleaning equipment to remove dirt from engine and engine compartment.
- Applied wax to vehicle exteriors and buffed to brilliant shine.
- Shined vehicle windows and windshields to remove water spots.
- Identified safety issues and addressed with shift supervisor.
- Washed, waxed and buffed vehicle bodies for professional shine.
- Inspected interior and exterior of vehicles for cleanliness and accurately identified imperfections outside vehicle standards.
- Cleaned engine and engine compartment with steam cleaning equipment and various cleaning agents to remove grease and grime.
- Interacted face-to-face with customers to understand vehicle detailing needs and deliver quality satisfaction.
- Ran mobile detailing unit to serve customers across local community.
- Maintained car detailing equipment and supplies in optimal condition for daily demands.
- Reported customer-oriented issues immediately to supervisor for swift assistance and resolution.
- Applied protective agents, including sealants, to protect surfaces.
Kitchen Manager
Casey’s General Store
Palmyra , IL
09.2020 - 09.2021
- 40-50 hrs/week
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling and surface cleaning.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Followed standardized recipes set by Chef for production of breakfast, lunch and dinner meals.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
- Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
- Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
Full Time Cook
The Opera House
Palmyra , IL
08.2015 - 10.2020
- 40 hrs/week
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Transitioned between breakfast and lunch service.
- Inspected appliances, commercial fryers, and ovens to verify proper working order.
- Ordered and received products and supplies to stock kitchen areas.
- Planned lunch, dinner and bar menus, as well as special menus for in-house special events and catering.
Mailroom Clerk
MacMurray College
447 East College Ave Jacksonville, IL 62650
01.2012 - 05.2016
- 20-30 hrs/week
- Released registered and special delivery letters and packages to designated recipients and obtained signatures for release.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Sorted and placed mail into mailboxes and post office boxes with high levels of accuracy.
- Operated postage meters, mail sealers and labeling machines.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Used automated mail processing equipment to sort and collate mail.
- Loaded letters onto processing equipment, removed non-processable letters and maintained continuous sorting feed.
- Operated postal machines, including postage meters and mail-processing machines.
- Stamped sealed and sorted mail for delivery to other brances.
- Weighed letters and packages and calculated costs based on classification, weight, and destination.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Criminal Justice
MacMurray College
05.2016
Bachelor Of Science - Homeland Security
MacMurray College
05.2016
High School Diploma -
Westland Hialeah High School
06.2011
Skills
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Creative Solutions
- Analytical & Critical Thinking
- Positive Team Player
- Logical Thinking
- Goal-Driven
- Team Cooperation
- Leader
- Law Enforcement Collaboration
- Investigative Report Preparation
- Surveillance Equipment Usage
- Intelligence Surveillance
- Criminal Law Knowledge
- Background Investigations
- CCTV Expertise
- Arbitration and Litigation
- Detailed Oriented Report Writing
- Criminal Law Proficiency
- CPR/First Aid Certification
- Problem Solving Techniques
- Effective Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Crime Prevention Methods
- Emergency Management
- Security Procedure Implementation
- Ethical and Honest
- Case Report Development
- Advanced Computer Skills and Literacy
- Supervisor and Management Professional
- Case management specialist
- Knowledge of Federal and State Laws
- Litigation Experience
- Criminal Law
- Risk and Needs Assessments
- Crisis Intervention Techniques
- Criminal Justice Professional
Accomplishments
- Supervised a team of 20 staff security officers from 3 different scheduled shifts
- Recruited and trained all new staff members in effective security measures and guard techniques for policies and procedures
Certification
- CPR-First Aid Training Exp: 2025
- Licensed Private Security Officer St. Louis City and St. Louis County Exp: 2025
Timeline
Director of Security
Allied Universal Security Services
07.2024 - Current
Assistant Director of Security
Allied Universal Security
02.2024 - 07.2024
Security Supervisor
St. Louis Union Station Hotel
10.2023 - 03.2024
Security Officer/Loss Prevention
St. Louis Union Station Hotel
09.2022 - 10.2023
Automotive Detailer
Smoky Jennings Chevrolet
08.2021 - 09.2022
Kitchen Manager
Casey’s General Store
09.2020 - 09.2021
Full Time Cook
The Opera House
08.2015 - 10.2020
Mailroom Clerk
MacMurray College
01.2012 - 05.2016
Bachelor Of Science - Criminal Justice
MacMurray College
Bachelor Of Science - Homeland Security
MacMurray College
High School Diploma -
Westland Hialeah High School