Elizabeth Wilridge
Keystone Heights,FL
Summary
Qualified Security Officer with experience maintaining safety for campus grounds and facilities. Talented at roving control and entrance control. Successfully remain calm in high-pressure situations and interactions with difficult individuals.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Bellagio Hotel and Casino
Las Vegas, NV
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Monitored guest activity to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Responded promptly to security incidents throughout the property.
- Patrolled designated areas to deter potential security breaches.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Enforced hotel policies to maintain a safe environment for guests and staff.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement during incidents and emergencies.
- Documented daily activities and incidents in detailed reports.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
Safety Coordinator
Arizona Department of Corrections
Kingman, Arizona
03.2010 - 10.2015
- Coordinated safety training sessions for staff in correctional facilities.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures for compliance.
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify and address potential hazards.
- Assisted in emergency response planning and drills within the department.
- Monitored workplace safety equipment and ensured proper maintenance protocols.
- Collaborated with management to enhance safety awareness among employees.
- Reviewed incident reports and recommended improvements to prevent recurrence.
- Performed daily workplace inspections to identify potential hazards and corrective action plans.
- Provided guidance on safe work practices including proper use of Personal Protective Equipment.
- Conducted regular safety meetings, orientations and training sessions for employees.
- Prepared monthly safety performance reports for management review.
- Ensured that all workers are trained in proper lockout and tagout procedures prior to working on energized equipment.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to check compliance with fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Analyzed data from safety audits and investigations to identify trends in unsafe conditions or behaviors.
- Identified potential health risks due to workplace exposures and developed control strategies accordingly.
- Worked closely with Human Resources department regarding Workers' Compensation claims administration.
- Participated in the development of Injury and Illness Prevention Programs.
- Coordinated the development of emergency response plans for hazardous materials incidents.
- Created and implemented programs, policies and procedures designed to effectively reduce or eliminate injuries and hazards in workplace.
Fire Captain
California Department of Corrections
Blythe, California
03.1993 - 07.2009
- Supervised emergency response teams during fire incidents in correctional facilities.
- Responded to emergency calls and managed the on-site operations of medical, hazardous materials, and rescue incidents.
- Conducted fire prevention and suppression operations.
- Conducted search and rescue operations, quickly analyzed medical emergencies and administered first aid to injured persons.
- Provided leadership and guidance to assigned crew members during drills, exercises, and real-world operations.
- Ensured that firefighter safety protocols were followed on all emergency scenes.
- Developed training programs for firefighters on safety and equipment use.
- Developed and implemented fire safety training programs for personnel.
- Conducted fire drills to ensure staff and inmate safety protocols.
- Implemented safety measures and procedures within the correctional environment.
- Collaborated with facility management to assess fire hazards and risks.
- Coordinated with local fire departments for joint training exercises and strategies.
- Facilitated communication between departments within the organization in order to enhance coordination efforts when responding to incidents.
- Attended seminars related to advances in firefighting tactics, technology, or legislation impacting the profession.
- Led investigations into fire-related incidents to improve future responses.
- Directed investigation into the cause and origin of fires as well as implementation of corrective actions to prevent future incidents.
- Monitored equipment maintenance schedules to ensure readiness at all times.
- Conducted daily inspections of firefighting equipment, apparatus, and facilities.
- Supervised subordinate firefighters in the performance of their duties.
- Developed strategies for responding to emergencies based upon specific scenarios encountered at each scene.
- Inspected buildings for code violations relating to fire safety regulations.
- Oversaw station efforts to continuously deliver timely and quality responses in areas of fire, medical and public safety administration.
- Collaborated with Hazmat to clean up chemical and oil spills.
- Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to evaluate adequacy of water system and availability of water supply.
- Actively participated in interagency collaborations such as mutual aid agreements regarding response times.
- Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to evaluate adequacy of water system and availability of water supply.
Correctional Officer
California Department of Corrections
San Luis Obispo, California
10.1986 - 03.1993
- Supervised inmate activities and ensured compliance with facility regulations.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Managed inmate behavior through conflict resolution and effective communication techniques.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Conducted regular inspections of the facility for safety and security breaches.
- Monitored surveillance equipment to identify potential security issues in real-time.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
- Documented incidents and maintained accurate records of inmate interactions.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and emergency services during critical situations.
- Implemented disciplinary actions according to established policies and guidelines.
- Conducted headcounts to ensure that all inmates were accounted for.
- Enforced institutional policies and procedures to maintain order and security within the correctional facility.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct, and signs of conflict.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands, and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
- Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
- Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
- Administered first aid when required due to injury or illness sustained by an inmate while under supervision.
- Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
- Oversaw public areas and grounds to verify cleanliness and inmate safety.
- Supervised offender work assignments and evaluated performance for compliance with standard regulations.
- Provided first response medical care in emergency situations until professional medical staff could take over.
- Guarded facility entrances to screen visitors.
- Counseled inmates and responded to legitimate questions, concerns and requests.
- Issued clothing, tools and other authorized items to inmates.
- Issued clothing, tools and other authorized items to inmates.
Education
Mount Miguel High School
Spring Valley, CASkills
- Incident response
- Surveillance monitoring
- Access control
- Emergency response
- Crisis management
- Risk assessment
- Safety management
- Safety standards
- Security operations
- Report documentation
- Report generation
- Problem solving
- Conflict management
- Team collaboration
- Clear communication
- Detail orientation
- Client relations
- High level of integrity
Timeline
Security Officer
Bellagio Hotel and Casino
02.2020 - 02.2021
Safety Coordinator
Arizona Department of Corrections
03.2010 - 10.2015
Fire Captain
California Department of Corrections
03.1993 - 07.2009
Correctional Officer
California Department of Corrections
10.1986 - 03.1993
Mount Miguel High School