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Wendy Douglas-Mitchell

NORCO,California

Summary

Detail-oriented Security Officer equipped with excellent memory and awareness of people, events and facilities. Skilled in responding to emergency situations and providing crisis intervention. Worked for SPG (specialized projects group for Securitos from 2-16-23 to present. Exercises sound judgment during crisis and emergency situations. Individually experienced and trained in a Para-Military style position with San Bernardino County Probation while having a professional attitude and efficiently completing Policy and procedures. Acting as a first responder to all accidents and injuries on property. Twenty years of experience working San Bernardino County Probation having oversight of Supervision, Nursing, Teaching staff, Mental health professionals within the institution as the Watch Commander . Held a Probation Corrections Officer position, Probation Supervision and the PREA Coordinating Position. In 2016 successfully completed and passed a DOJ audit for the Department. Wrote policies and procedures for the Department for LBGTQ, P.R.E.A (Prison Rape Elimination Act), and Mental health within the Department. Developed and assigned all trainings for line Officers, Supervision, Teaching, Medical and Mental health staff, promoted safety and expertise in controlling exits, entrances, grounds, testing, audits and evaluations of supervision and line personnel for the audit. As the PREA Coordinator all grievances against Custody staff, Custody Supervision, Teaching staff, Mental Health workers, Nursing, for sexual improprieties, harassment, unfair treatment, excessive force, neglect, prejudice, racism were investigated by me. I Completed written detailed reports of the outcome for each case and filed for reporting and periodic audits, Each Grievance was resolved or referred to our internal investigations unit. For possible disciplinary or criminal action. As a Watch Commander I conducted annual disaster drills for out interagency model of the great shake out. This included , triage of potential victim's and all communications as the incident command for security systems throughout multiples agency's exterior. Approved clearance to intake inmates, housing, releases, visiting, institution transfers, and transportation. Assessed Use of force of officers and supervision. Initiated investigations or remediation as necessary. Twenty four years of safety and security within group homes, Juvenile parole and institutions. Enterprising [Job Title] successful in leading every facet of new and ongoing business operations. Strategic thinker and tactical decision-maker with passion for serving customers and exceeding expectations. Creative problem solver skilled at de-escalating situations and driving positive change.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Armed Security Guard

ISP Global
Sacramento , CA
2022.07 - Current
  • Maintained order and safety while providing customer service and information to facility visitors.
  • Patrolled large commercial facility on irregular schedule to look for suspicious activities.
  • Intervened on disturbances and utilized de-escalation techniques to prevent physical intervention and destruction of site property.
  • Monitored building access and identified all officials and employees before authorizing entrance.
  • Evaluated credentials of personnel and provided temporary badges to visitors.
  • Completed [Timeframe] building and grounds patrols.
  • Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
  • Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
  • Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
  • Identified suspicious activity to determine appropriate response.
  • Patrolled crowds during events to preserve order and promote security.
  • Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
  • Adhered to daily patrol schedules to support consistent security presence throughout property.
  • Maintained calm composure during emergencies while communicating with local law enforcement and emergency response services.
  • Reviewed guest identification and employee credentials to authorize entry onto premises.
  • Deterred criminal activity, vandalism and general misconduct by providing expert and highly visible security presence at [Type] facilities.

Executive Protection Agent

Global Threat Solutions
City of Los Angeles , CA
2022.01 - Current
  • Securing and guarding merchandise, products, and one off clothing designs for Louise Vitton and Christian Dior.

  • Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
  • Monitored and supervised customer's activities in store to detect signs of attempted theft.
  • Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
  • Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
  • Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
  • Identified client needs and worked closely with risk management personnel to ascertain appropriate solutions.
  • Calculated response to detected theft attempts on basis of age and behavior of suspected perpetrator, erring on side of caution to insulate company from liability.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.

Executive Protection Agent

Centurion Protection Services
City of Los Angeles , CA
2021.12 - Current
  • Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
  • Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
  • Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
  • Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
  • Deterred criminal activity, vandalism and general misconduct by providing expert and highly visible security presence at [Type] facilities.

Private Security Contractor

Self-employed
NORCO , California
2021.10 - Current
  • Private Security for Gucci Production.
  • Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings, patrolling property and monitoring streets and alleyways. (Gucci)
  • Supervised property entrances and exits and monitored employee safety. (Gucci)
  • Private Security for Cal-Fire during California wild fires.
  • Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
  • Patrolled and secured industrial and commercial premises to prevent intrusion.
  • Inspected parking lots, streets, and surrounding areas to verify authorized persons and vehicles base camp site.
  • Worked with federal law enforcement agents to protect fire suppressant equipment and personnel.

Owner/Operator Specialist

Self-Employed
NORCO , California
2018.10 - Current
  • Offered students Individual educational, behavioral and emotional support.
  • Maintained focused, inclusive and supportive learning environments.
  • Completed documentation on student behaviors, interventions and results.
  • Created and distributed instructional materials for group and one-on-one use.
  • Liaised with team of professionals to implement comprehensive educational action plans for special needs and at-risk students.
  • Utilized curriculum with life-based approach.
  • Delivered feedback using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage, motivate and build confidence in students.
  • Organized and maintained environment conducive to productive learning experience for students.
  • Devised special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on needs, interests and abilities of individual students.

Watch Commander

San Bernardino County Juvenile Probation
San Bernardino , CA
1999.01 - 2018.09
  • Responded to All emergency incidents, oversight of policy and procedure being appropriately adhered to by supervision and line officers.
  • Assessed for appropriate level of use of force utilized by staff and supervision, with appropriate staffing ratios.
  • Cleared all intake, releases, transfers, transportation of wards
  • Evaluated all reports for each incident initiating investigation, remediation, training as needed
  • Conducted audits each shift for inspections completed by Probation line personnel and supervision for every living unit.
  • Conducted audits of Mental health assessments and mental health needs completed upon entrance with in the institution
  • Conducted audits of Medical Personnel assessments and referrals were completed for each ward.
  • Reported to the Department of any irregularities outside policy and procedure.
  • Assumed the role of Divisional Director as needed during short staffing situations.
  • Critic's and reviews of each incident with supervision and Line personnel to insure submission of thorough reports detailing chronological order of events, checking for grammer and spelling. Cross-checking accuracy of events with institutional cameras.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our Institution and services.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Prioritized and organized daily tasks to efficiently accomplish Institutional goals.
  • Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
  • Interacted with the Public, Lawyers, DA, Prosecutors, Judges to assure good customer service.
  • Initiated any citizens complaints
  • Held Excellent leadership skills by making improvements to work processes and develop, train and implement changes within the Department including Policy or Procedural.

SPG Security

Securitas Security Services
Rancho Cucamonga , CA
2023.02 - Current

I work as a armed CCW and Exsposed Person, For executive protection, group functions, IEHP, Coremark, foot and vehicle patrols, Posted and roving positions. Days, nights, Mon-Fri, 8, 10, 12 hour shifts,

Education

High School Diploma -

Norco High School
Norco, CA
06.1980

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Riverside Community College
Riverside, CA
05.1998

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Cal Baptist University
Riverside, CA
05.2013

Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy

Cal Baptist University
Riverside, CA
05.2017

Skills

  • Supervision
  • Mental Health
  • Leadership
  • PREA Prison Rape Elimination Act
  • Training
  • Disaster Drills
  • Audits
  • Assessments of use of force
  • Investigative skills
  • First aid and CPR certified
  • Communications
  • Juvenile Criminal law knowledge
  • Tactical Negotiations
  • Behavioral assessments

Timeline

SPG Security

Securitas Security Services
2023.02 - Current

Armed Security Guard

ISP Global
2022.07 - Current

Executive Protection Agent

Global Threat Solutions
2022.01 - Current

Executive Protection Agent

Centurion Protection Services
2021.12 - Current

Private Security Contractor

Self-employed
2021.10 - Current

Owner/Operator Specialist

Self-Employed
2018.10 - Current

Watch Commander

San Bernardino County Juvenile Probation
1999.01 - 2018.09

High School Diploma -

Norco High School

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Riverside Community College

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Cal Baptist University

Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy

Cal Baptist University
Wendy Douglas-Mitchell