Dawnde McDowell
Pendleton,OR
Summary
Security-focused and diligent Guard 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.
Observant professional accustomed to working alone to maintain security at facilities. Knowledgeable about detecting and preventing incidents, reporting crime and providing basic first aid. Thorough understanding of enforcement policies coupled with deep familiarity of safety equipment.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unarmed Security Officer
First Coast Security
Hermiston, Oregon
08.2024 - Current
- Conducted security checks on staff entering or leaving the premises.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activities and persons.
- Provided customer service assistance in resolving conflicts or disputes.
- Observed individuals on foot or in vehicles entering the facility to determine their purpose of visit.
- Maintained logs of all security related incidents and wrote detailed reports for management review.
Security Officer
Event Pro NW
, OR
06.2022 - Current
- Confirmed visitor identification prior to granting entry into the building.
- Adhered to post orders while maintaining a visible presence around the property.
- Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
- Alcohol monitor
- Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities.
- Assisted with crowd control during large events held at the facility.
- Operated communication systems between officers stationed throughout the facility.
- Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
- Investigated any suspicious persons or vehicles on premises and contacted appropriate authorities if necessary.
- Enforced security regulations and escorted non-compliant individuals to private areas for processing.
- Screened visitors and employees for weapons and contraband with hand wands and metal detectors.
- Warned violators of rule infractions and expelled people continuously engaging in suspicious or criminal acts.
Care Giver
Opie Titan
Adams, OR
03.2015 - Current
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Shopped for groceries regularly in order to keep house stocked with necessities.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Answered questions from patients via email, phone and in person.
- Scheduled patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation on time and to specifications.
- Scheduled patients for appointments and maintained master calendar.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Attended training to acquire and maintain technical knowledge.
- Implemented prescribed behavioral skills training to reduce problem behavior.
- Applied proven strategies to improve students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills.
Bar Security /Food and Beverage Attendant
Wildhorse Resort
Pendleton, Oregon
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Ensured that all food items were properly labeled and stored according to safety regulations.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations within the restaurant.
- Responded quickly to customer complaints or special requests in a professional manner.
- Demonstrated knowledge of menu items by providing detailed descriptions upon request from guests.
- Provided exceptional customer service to guests, ensuring their satisfaction with food and beverages.
- Cleaned spills immediately using appropriate methods per company policy.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer orders.
- Kept bar areas stocked with glasses, ice, garnishes, mixers, beer kegs, bottles, cans throughout shift.
- Took customer orders accurately and provided menu recommendations when requested.
- Prepared and served drinks and food items according to company standards.
Security Guard Officer
First Coast Security
Hermiston, OR
04.2020 - 08.2022
- Monitored employee activities, confirming compliance with security regulations.
- Secured personal and company goods against robbery, vandalism and illegal entry.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
- Reviewed camera and system feeds and alerted proper respondents regarding discrepancies.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Identified violators and escorted departing personnel to guard against theft of property.
- Secured various number doors in office and main building.
- Awarded position of visitation officer, working visitor reception desk as first contact point for persons entering facility.
Distribution Associate
Columbia Distribution
Sweet Home, Oregon
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted with loading and unloading containers as needed during peak season periods.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while operating machinery in the warehouse.
- Participated in monthly meetings with management staff to discuss performance metrics related to order fulfillment activities.
- Unloaded freight from trucks with a pallet jack or forklift as needed.
- Reported any defective products or damaged items to supervisors.
- Broke down heavy pallet loads of cases, boxes and bags.
CNA
Willowbrook Terrace
Pendleton, OR
10.2009 - 09.2014
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Cashier
Walmart
10.2004 - 05.2007
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Monitored self-checkout systems and provided assistance or intervention where required.
- Checked identification for proof-of-age for alcohol and tobacco sales.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
- Collected and authorized payments of guests.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
Cashier
Walmart
Walla Walla, WA
10.2001 - 04.2002
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Monitored self-checkout systems and provided assistance or intervention where required.
- Checked identification for proof-of-age for alcohol and tobacco sales.
- Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Collected and authorized payments of guests.
Combine Operator
Chiquita
Athena, OR
05.1997 - 08.1997
- Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
- Loaded and unloaded [Type] crop with use of transfer augers.
- Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
- Ran tractors, combines and harvesters at different times to meet demands of Pea crops.
Bar Security
Wildhorse Resort Caino
Pendleton, Oregon
Education
High School Diploma -
Weston McEwen High School
Athena, OR05.2001
Skills
- Detailed Activity Logs
- Federal and State Regulation Compliance
- Detail-Oriented
- Law Enforcement Collaboration
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Team Player
- Incident Reporting
- CPR Certified
- Attentive and Observant
- First Aid Training
- Employee and Visitor Screening
- Active Listening
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Team Training
- Report Writing
- Situational Awareness
- Alarm monitoring
- Perimeter Patrol
- Property Patrol
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Facility Security
Certification
State of Oregon Certified Private Security Provider
Additional Information
Excellent at working; both independently and with a team. Great at work prioritization, organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to react quickly are critical to being successful. Work with program such as Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Timeline
Unarmed Security Officer
First Coast Security
08.2024 - Current
Bar Security /Food and Beverage Attendant
Wildhorse Resort
04.2023 - 04.2024
Security Officer
Event Pro NW
06.2022 - Current
Distribution Associate
Columbia Distribution
08.2021 - 05.2022
Security Guard Officer
First Coast Security
04.2020 - 08.2022
Care Giver
Opie Titan
03.2015 - Current
CNA
Willowbrook Terrace
10.2009 - 09.2014
Cashier
Walmart
10.2004 - 05.2007
Cashier
Walmart
10.2001 - 04.2002
Combine Operator
Chiquita
05.1997 - 08.1997
Bar Security
Wildhorse Resort Caino
High School Diploma -
Weston McEwen High School