Damion Harris
Washington
Summary
Dedicated Security Officer with extensive experience at The Jefferson Hotel, skilled in incident reporting and crisis management. Proven ability to enhance safety through vigilant monitoring and effective conflict resolution. Recognized for superior customer service and maintaining a secure environment, significantly reducing unauthorized access and incidents. First aid and CPR certified.
Security professional with thorough understanding of implementing and maintaining security protocols. Known for reliability, flexibility in adapting to dynamic environments, and strong focus on collaborative efforts to achieve results. Adept in surveillance, incident response, and conflict resolution, bringing balanced approach to team alignment and operational efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
The Jefferson Hotel
03.2023 - Current
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Provided support during events by managing crowd control and ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Issued access cards to authorized personnel to monitor access points.
- Recorded observations and occurrences and interviewed witnesses to complete and submit incident report.
- Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Ensured proper functioning of security equipment by performing routine inspections, maintenance, and coordinating repairs as needed.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Decreased instances of theft, vandalism, and trespassing through diligent observation and reporting suspicious activities.
Security Officer
The Hotel at Maryland University
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
Security Officer
Thompson Hotel
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Provided support during events by managing crowd control and ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance overall security measures and procedures.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Trained new Security Officers in company policies, ensuring consistent knowledge across the team and adherence to established procedures.
Security Officer
Elite Security Solutions
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of personnel and property.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify and mitigate potential security risks.
- Assisted in processing incident reports and maintaining accurate documentation.
- Responded promptly to alarms, disturbances, or emergencies following protocols.
- Engaged with visitors, offering assistance while enforcing access control policies.
- Participated in training sessions to develop knowledge of security systems and best practices.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Virginia Union University
Richmond, VASkills
- Report writing
- Incident reporting
- Security guard license
- General security
- CCTV surveillance
- Detail-oriented
- Superior customer service
- Physical fitness
- Emergency response
- Relationship building and management
- Conflict de-escalation
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Threat assessment
- Crisis management
- Emergency management
- Active shooter training
- Hazardous materials response
- Building lockdown coordination
- Fire safety training
- Investigative skills
- High level of integrity
- Access badge distribution
- First aid and CPR certified
- Alarm monitoring
- Bomb threat procedures
- Work ethic
- Reliability
- Punctuality
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Security Officer
The Jefferson Hotel
03.2023 - Current
Security Officer
The Hotel at Maryland University
10.2022 - 02.2023
Security Officer
Thompson Hotel
07.2022 - 10.2022
Security Officer
Elite Security Solutions
12.2020 - 05.2021
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Virginia Union University