Daniel Vaughn
Carter Lake
Summary
Dedicated Security Officer with extensive experience in incident response, surveillance monitoring, and access control. Proven ability to ensure safety and security while effectively managing operations.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Harrah's
Council Bluffs
05.2001 - 04.2026
- Monitored premises for unauthorized access and safety violations.
- Conducted regular patrols to maintain security and deter potential incidents for guests.
- Responded promptly to incidents, assessing situations and coordinating responses.
- Collaborated with law enforcement during emergencies and investigations.
- Assisted in training new security personnel on policies and procedures.
- Enforced casino regulations to ensure compliance and enhance safety for all patrons.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting incidents and safety observations to support ongoing safety improvements.
- Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Monitored entrances and exits for unauthorized personnel or prohibited items being brought onto premises.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Confirmed visitor identification prior to granting entry into the building.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies, and regulations.
- Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action.
- Completed incident reports to record security or loss prevention incidents.
- Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required.
- Investigated any suspicious persons or vehicles on premises and contacted appropriate authorities if necessary.
- Assisted with crowd control during large events held at the facility.
- Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
- Reported safety hazards for remediation response.
- Observed patrons and customers to quickly address security situations.
- Enforced access control measures in accordance with established procedures.
- Adhered to post orders while maintaining a visible presence around the property.
- Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises.
- Investigated all reported incidents of theft or vandalism on the premises.
- Provided assistance to other departments as needed such as deliveries from vendors or contractors.
- Screened visitors and employees for weapons and contraband with hand wands and metal detectors.
- Performed first aid and CPR when necessary during emergency situations.
- Inspected fire extinguishers to ensure they were properly charged and operational.
- Wrote reports outlining thefts, unauthorized access violations, or other unusual occurrences to help support later criminal or civil actions.
- Coordinated with law enforcement and emergency responders during incidents and emergencies.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
- Identified suspicious activity to determine appropriate response.
- Searched bags manually to identify prohibited items and contraband.
- Displayed composure in emergencies, facilitating communication with emergency services for effective resolution.
- Detected emergency situations through keen listening and close observation to respond appropriately to alarms.
- Escorted individuals requiring personal protection to provide safe transport to specified locations.
- Warned violators of rule infractions and escorted unauthorized persons off premises.
- Explained security protocols to employees and guests to promote readiness for emergency situations.
- Deterred criminal activity, vandalism, and general misconduct by providing expert and highly visible security presence at facilities.
- Inspected security systems to maintain consistent operational availability and to detect evidence of tampering.
Records Management Specialist
Iron Mountain
Omaha
01.1997 - 03.2001
- Oversaw document retrieval and storage processes, ensuring timely access to client records.
- Partnered with teams to enhance workflows for efficient document processing.
- Assisted clients in accessing and managing their stored information securely.
- Maintained files and retrieved information from computer and manual filing systems.
- Managed the migration of paper documents into digital databases.
- Developed and implemented records management policies, procedures and best practices.
- Acted as primary contact for external vendors seeking access to confidential records.
- Provided all personnel with access to necessary information.
- Streamlined document flow through effective organizational and planning skills.
Mover
Bekins Moving And Storage
Omaha
04.1990 - 12.1996
- Loaded and unloaded furniture and boxes from moving trucks.
- Wrapped and secured items to prevent damage during transport.
- Operated hand trucks and dollies to move heavy objects efficiently.
- Assisted customers in packing and organizing belongings to ensure a smooth relocation process.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the moving equipment and vehicles.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries and concerns respectfully.
- Lifted heavy objects using correct lifting techniques to avoid injury.
- Transported furniture, appliances, boxes and other items from one location to another in a timely manner.
- Loaded and unloaded company trucks with tools, equipment and furniture.
- Unloaded customer goods at the destination with care, ensuring that all items were accounted for and placed in their appropriate locations.
- Packaged items for transport, using protective materials such as bubble wrap, foam, blankets and shrink-wrap to prevent damage during transit.
- Supported team members in loading and unloading tasks, fostering a cooperative work environment.
- Ensured customers' satisfaction by providing excellent customer service throughout the entire moving process.
- Received instructions from supervisor regarding job assignments; following instructions carefully while exercising independent judgment when necessary.
- Followed customer instructions about placement of items and special considerations for handling.
- Resolved issues that arose during moves by applying problem-solving skills while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Communicated with customers regarding moving needs and deadlines.
- Secured items in truck by strapping over protective padding.
- Assembled furniture at the customer's new residence or business premises.
- Braced, padded and supported items in packages to prevent shifting and damages.
- Coordinated pick-ups and deliveries with clients.
- Organized efficient daily work plans based on oral instructions and written directions to meet challenging objectives.
- Completed paperwork accurately including inventory lists of all items moved and delivery receipts.
- Reported any damages or lost items immediately upon discovery; taking corrective action where necessary according to company policies.
- Organized storage units prior to loading them into the truck or van; stacking heavier items on the bottom and lighter ones on top.
- Transported materials and pallets between areas.
- Adhered to safety regulations while operating company vehicles; wearing proper safety gear when handling large pieces of furniture or equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on moving equipment such as dollies, hand trucks and straps before each move.
- Moved customer boxes to and from trucks, working quickly to maintain schedules.
- Sorted cargo for accurate shipment to target locations, preventing unnecessary delays, and promoting productivity.
- Labeled packages and boxes to keep track of client items.
- Protected company inventory by maintaining and organizing storage areas.
- Walked through customer sites with checklists to verify job completion.
- Researched various routes from origin to destination in order to minimize travel time and fuel costs; selecting shortest route available.
- Inspected items for damage before and after the move, documenting any issues.
- Utilized hand trucks, dollies, and other equipment to move heavy items safely.
- Demonstrated flexibility, adapting to unexpected changes or challenges during moves.
- Kept detailed records of items moved, ensuring accountability and loss prevention.
- Conducted pre-move surveys to accurately estimate volume and type of items for efficient planning.
- Managed inventory of moving supplies, restocking as necessary.
- Maintained clean and orderly moving trucks, ensuring equipment is stored properly.
- Collaborated with other movers when loading large equipment to prevent potential accidents.
- Loaded cargo onto transportation devices and attached affixing tools to achieve safe transportation.
- Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
- Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
- Carried necessary tools and supplies to transportation vehicles and returned to proper storage areas after use.
- Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
- Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.
- Applied barcodes to cargo and used digital scanners to track and locate materials during transportation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Thomas Jefferson High School
Council Bluffs, IASkills
- Incident management
- Incident response
- Risk assessment
- Access control
- Physical security
- Security operations
- Report writing
- Problem solving
Timeline
Security Officer
Harrah's
05.2001 - 04.2026
Records Management Specialist
Iron Mountain
01.1997 - 03.2001
Mover
Bekins Moving And Storage
04.1990 - 12.1996
High School Diploma -
Thomas Jefferson High School