Toby Groom
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Commissioned Armed Security Officer in the State of Texas with current experience in high-risk, high-traffic environments including shelter and contract security. Skilled in hospital security protocols, armed patrol, access control, emergency response, incident reporting, and conflict de-escalation. Proven ability to protect patients, staff, visitors, and property while maintaining a calm and professional presence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Allied Universal
Fort Worth, TX
10.2025 - Current
- Provide armed site security and access control
- Maintain visible deterrence and professional presence
- Respond to alarms, suspicious activity, and emergency situations
- Interact professionally with staff, visitors, patients, and clients
Security Officer
Presbyterian Night Shelter
Fort Worth, TX
03.2025 - Current
- Maintain safety in a high-volume, high-stress shelter environment
- Conduct armed patrols and enforce facility safety policies
- Respond to disturbances, medical incidents, and emergencies
- Complete detailed incident and shift reports
- Assist staff with de-escalation, crisis intervention, and crowd control
Business Owner / Operator
GroomInk Legacy
Fort Worth, TX
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Enforced policies and maintained order in a customer-facing environment
- Handled conflict resolution and customer concerns professionally
- Managed daily operations, documentation, and compliance procedures
- Trained staff on procedures, expectations, and safety standards
Security Officer
Imperial Security Inc.
Arlington, TX
- Responded quickly to security threats and emergency situations
- Patrolled assigned areas and enforced site policies
- Maintained accurate documentation and incident reports
Forklift Operator / Order Puller
S&S Activewear
Fort Worth, TX
- Followed strict safety procedures in a fast-paced environment
- Maintained situational awareness and attention to detail
Education
High School Diploma -
Cassata High School
Fort Worth, TXCompleted coursework toward Business Administration -
University of Texas at Arlington
Skills
- Armed Patrol
- Hospital Security Procedures
- Access Control
- Incident Reporting
- Conflict De-escalation
- Emergency Response
- Patient & Visitor Interaction
- Policy Enforcement
- Surveillance Monitoring
Core Armed Security Skills
- Armed Patrol
- Hospital Security Procedures
- Access Control
- Incident Reporting
- Conflict De-escalation
- Emergency Response
- Patient & Visitor Interaction
- Policy Enforcement
- Surveillance Monitoring
Licensing And Certifications
- Texas Commissioned Armed Security Officer (Current)
- Firearms Qualified (Handgun)
- Use-of-Force & De-escalation Training
Timeline
Security Officer
Allied Universal
10.2025 - Current
Security Officer
Presbyterian Night Shelter
03.2025 - Current
Business Owner / Operator
GroomInk Legacy
01.2019 - 01.2022
Security Officer
Imperial Security Inc.
Forklift Operator / Order Puller
S&S Activewear
High School Diploma -
Cassata High School
Completed coursework toward Business Administration -
University of Texas at Arlington