Derrick Lawson
Delaware,Ohio
Summary
A highly motivated and hardworking individual looking to create value for my prospective employer, through my dedicated and diligent efforts by executing plans in a timely manner with the highest standards and tailoring them to the needs of the organization while remaining goal oriented, dependable and a well respected leader in the industry.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Loss Prevention Agent
The Driskill Hotel
11.2023 - Current
- Patrol all areas of the property; assist guests with room access
- Monitor Closed Circuit Televisions, perimeter alarm system, duress alarms, and fire life safety system
- Complete incident reports to document all Security/Loss Prevention related incidents
- Handle all interruptions and complaints
- Resolve safety hazard situations
- Escort any unwelcome persons from the property without interrupting the orderly flow of property operation.
Security Consultant Owner)
Guardian Security Professionals
08.2018 - 11.2022
- Hiring and training of all security staff for venues, including bars, restaurants, nightclubs and events
- Payroll and all financial responsibilities associated with the business
- Maintain all licensing and contractual agreements pertaining to each venue.
HR Recruiter
Williams Sonoma
10.2019 - 10.2020
- Coordinate with the hiring manager to identify key competencies and skills required for the open positions
- View all applications/resumes through JobStack
- Analyzed various job applications and filtered candidates through telephone interviews
- Communicated results of interview with processing department for new hire orientation and training.
Security Manager
Johnny V's
04.2013 - 11.2018
- Manage all operations of the security team, including training, shift scheduling and performance management/evaluations
- Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures
- Ensures all security personnel are in compliance with company policies and procedures, and all local, state and federal laws and regulations
- Oversees decisions on hiring, discipline and terminations
- Powers to Arrest and Weapons of Mass Destruction instructor for the venue and State of California.
Security Director (Interim)
Belmont Park Entertainment
05.2015 - 06.2018
- Supports the development and implementation of strategies, policies, procedures and programs that support compliance with corporate and State regulations
- Manages the day-to-day security operations of multiple venues
- Develops and trains staff on occupant emergency plans and incident response protocol
- Investigates incidents and provides well-articulated reports, briefings and after action recommendations
- Manages the department budget and represents the department in the monthly P&L reviews
- Creates and implements Standard Operating Procedures
- Conducts performance appraisals on direct reports.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
SDSU
San Diego, CaliforniaSkills
- Hospitality Professional
- Management
- Physical Security
- Incident Reporting
- Surveillance techniques
Timeline
Loss Prevention Agent
The Driskill Hotel
11.2023 - Current
HR Recruiter
Williams Sonoma
10.2019 - 10.2020
Security Consultant Owner)
Guardian Security Professionals
08.2018 - 11.2022
Security Director (Interim)
Belmont Park Entertainment
05.2015 - 06.2018
Security Manager
Johnny V's
04.2013 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
SDSU
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