Darik McGhee Jr
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Experienced security officer with a strong track record of leading and supervising teams. Proficient in managing daily operations for efficiency and maintaining high-quality standards in demanding environments. Demonstrated exceptional leadership abilities and adeptness in conflict resolution, fostering a productive and positive workplace atmosphere.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Supervisor
Otis College of Art and Design
Los Angeles, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills, motivating team members to reach their full potential through coaching and mentoring efforts.
- Assisted upper management in achieving long-term company objectives with timely execution of key projects.
- Educated workers about proper safety procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff input on process enhancements or procedural changes that would benefit the organization as a whole.
- Learned every team members' role to offer skilled backup during shortages and high-volume periods.
- Delegated workload of department fairly and evenly and motivated team to top performance
Post Commander
Taylored Transload
Wilmington, CA
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Conducted foot patrols, checked access points and reviewed feeds to maintain current knowledge of facility and grounds operations.
- Provided safety reports and data analysis to building managers to inform security processes
- Evaluated officer performance regularly, providing constructive feedback to help individuals reach their full potential.
- Promoted transparency within the organization through clear documentation of policies, procedures, incidents, and investigations.
- Maintained a safe environment for staff and visitors through diligent access control measures and visitor screenings.
Security Officer
Catholic Charities
Long Beach, CA
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate a welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Screened incoming employees, personal belongings and shipments for security concerns
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
Security Officer
Long Beach Transit
Long Beach, CA
06.2020 - 09.2021
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate a welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting the facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle and by foot
- Monitored video surveillance feed and system alerts for suspicious activity
Security Officer
Fox Plaza
Los Angeles, CA
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate a welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle and by foot
- Monitored video surveillance feed and system alerts for suspicious activity
- Pleasantly greeted all callers and asked how to be of assistance
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
Global Security Operation Center Officer
Activision Blizzard
Santa Monica
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting the facilities to eliminate unauthorized visitors
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle and by foot
- Monitored video surveillance feed and system alerts for suspicious activity
- Pleasantly greeted all callers and asked how to be of assistance
Education
Associate of Science - Cyber Security
Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles, CA06.2026
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School
Compton, CA06.2018
Skills
- Safety and Security Procedures
- Organization and Time Management
- Excellent Communication
- Self-Motivated
- Telephone Etiquette
- Team Management
- Microsoft experience
- Training and mentoring
Certification
- Guard Card Registration, 07/01/26
- Baton Permit, 07/01/26
Timeline
Lead Supervisor
Otis College of Art and Design
08.2024 - Current
Post Commander
Taylored Transload
05.2023 - 08.2024
Security Officer
Catholic Charities
07.2022 - 05.2023
Security Officer
Long Beach Transit
06.2020 - 09.2021
Security Officer
Fox Plaza
09.2019 - 05.2020
Global Security Operation Center Officer
Activision Blizzard
08.2018 - 05.2019
Associate of Science - Cyber Security
Los Angeles City College
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School