Felisha Malakar
Junction City,KS
Summary
Seasoned security team member with advanced understanding of facility, grounds, personnel and asset security practices. Highly observant and diligent with high integrity, strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving abilities. Trained in multiple weapon systems to include, but not limited to M17, 9MM, AND M4, defensive tactics and conflict de-escalation techniques.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Guard/Access Control Specialist
Unisted States Army
Fort Riley , KS
02.2020 - Current
- Enforced safety regulations and monitored access control points.
- Investigated suspicious activity and reported findings to management.
- Inspected buildings for fire hazards, unsafe conditions, or unauthorized persons.
- Provided customer service assistance to staff and visitors in a professional manner.
- Identified potential security risks and recommended corrective actions.
- Receive, authenticate, and vet visitors entering an installation.
- Responded to and/or contained emergency situations to include but not limited to accidents, medical assists, and disturbances.
- Interacted with law enforcement officials to report incidents or violations of laws and regulations.
- Maintained order during special events such as concerts and conferences.
- Completed incident reports regarding violations of policies or procedures.
- Answered questions from the public regarding facility rules and regulations.
- De-escalated conflicts using verbal and physical techniques.
- Ensured individuals were not entering the installation with contraband, unregistered firearms, as well as unauthorized persons.
- Identified and screened individuals using the following systems: Automated Installation Entry (AIE) as well as National Instant Criminal Background (NCIC).
Security Supervisor/ Sergeant of the Guard
United States Army
Fort Riley , KS
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Ensured security staff is properly trained and certified in accordance with Army/Fort Riley policies and regulations.
- Monitored security operations to ensure compliance with established procedures and standards.
- Conducted regular patrols of the premises to identify potential threats or safety hazards.
- Supervised access control at all entrance points of the facility, ensuring only authorized personnel are granted entry.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations as they arise by deploying appropriate resources and personnel.
- Maintained records of all incidents that occurred on site including lost and stolen items and unauthorized persons present.
- Provided ongoing coaching, feedback, development opportunities, discipline when necessary to ensure employees are meeting expectations.
- Recorded required data for incident reports and files.
- Trained and managed staff of 7 associates.
- Responded immediately to security threats, breaches and emergencies, following proper protocols.
- Worked efficiently in busy, high-risk settings while maintaining best-in-class standards of excellence for security initiatives.
Human Resources Specialist
United States Army
Fort Riley, KS
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Developed and implemented new employee onboarding process.
- Provided information to higher leadership on disciplinary action and performance management.
- Managed new soldier tracking system using Microsoft Excel system to ensure accurate records of applicants and employees are maintained.
- Reviewed job descriptions, identified necessary changes and updated accordingly.
- Maintained confidential personnel files in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Organized recruitment events such as career fairs and meet and greets with command teams for each soldier and incoming officers.
- Provided essential support to address individual HR needs of employees.
- Safeguarded human resource information, maintaining employee confidence and protecting operations.
- Partnered with senior leaderships teams to communicate company standards and policies.
- Participated in educational opportunities and read technical publications, updating job knowledge.
- Informed incoming soldiers and officers of duties and responsibilities, compensation and benefits.
- Analyzed employment-related data and prepared reports.
Platoon Sergeant/ Battalion Liaison
Untied States Army
Fort Riley , KS
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Ensured compliance with orders from higher headquarters.
- Maintained unit discipline by enforcing standards of conduct and military regulations.
- Managed administrative duties such as tracking attendance records for other battalions and divisions on th installation.
- Supervised preparations for soldiers to receive proper classes, fix any pay issues before sending the soldier to their units.
- Worked with the post quartermaster to ensure new soldiers had proper and clean bedding during their stay at the reception barracks.
- Tracked all leave for incoming soldiers.
- Ensure new soldiers understood post policies and army regulations as well as held the soldiers to the Army standard.
- Coordinated with other staff officers for necessary supplies, services and support for the platoon's mission readiness.
- Monitored the progress of individual soldiers in order to ensure that they are meeting their goals and objectives.
- Ensured new soldiers too advantage of their educational benefits and enrolled into college.
- Maintained a high level of morale among troops through positive reinforcement techniques and providing recognition when deserved.
- Supervised, trained, cross-trained and mentored personnel assigned in various occupational specialties.
- Ensured the proper administration was done for more than 50 soldiers at one time.
- Conducted quality control inspections of subordinate organizations to detect and correct deficiencies.
- Gain confidence and respect with higher leadership and worked closely with that leadership to ensure a smooth transition for all income soldiers both enlisted and officer.
Unit Armorer
United States Army
Camp Walker/ Daegu , South Korea
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Conducted weekly inspections of all weapons systems to ensure operational readiness.
- Maintained and serviced small arms, artillery, and other weapons systems in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Performed preventive maintenance on a wide range of weapon systems.
- Trained personnel on the proper care and operation of assigned weapons systems.
- Conducted troubleshooting activities to identify malfunctions in weapons systems.
- Performed modifications to existing weapons systems as necessary.
- Ordered spare parts, components, supplies, and ammunition as needed.
- Provided guidance to junior armorers regarding repair techniques and procedures.
- Coordinated with outside vendors for repair services when necessary.
- Tested repaired units prior to returning them to service.
- Maintained accurate records of all work performed on weapon systems.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing armorer duties.
- Reviewed technical manuals for accuracy of information related to weapon systems.
- Documented all repairs made on weapon systems including serial numbers, part numbers.
- Identified potential problems with weapon systems during inspection processes.
- Inspected equipment to include but not limited to M4, 9MM, MK19, 50 CAL, M240B, M249 and kept detailed records of functionality, maintenance and inventories.
- Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
- Created tracking system to ensure where every weapon was located, wether it was being used for patrols or was inside the arms room or being used on a range or in field operations.
Military Police Officer
United States Army
Fort Stewart, GA
08.2014 - 12.2018
- Provided physical security and law enforcement services to military personnel, facilities, and resources.
- Conducted investigations of criminal activity related to the US military.
- Enforced applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and orders in accordance with the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).
- Supervised military police activities including patrol operations, traffic control points, and special events.
- Prepared detailed reports on investigations and other police activities.
- Responded to emergency and critical situations such as natural disasters or civil disturbances with professionalism.
- Performed inspections of work areas to ensure safety standards are met and maintained.
- Maintained weapons qualifications through regular firearms training exercises.
- Coordinated with local law enforcement agencies during joint operations.
- Provided crowd control during large public events or demonstrations.
- Adhered to all state and federal laws while performing duties as a Military Police Officer.
- Conducted patrols of assigned areas on foot or by vehicle as needed.
- Interacted with members of the public in a professional manner while representing the US Army.
- Enforced military laws and regulations.
- Patrolled specific areas on foot and on motorized conveyance to respond promptly to calls for assistance.
- Diffused hostile situations with effective negotiation techniques.
- Monitored and investigated suspicious persons, situations and unusual activities.
- Composed reports on daily activities and incidents, which encompassed theft and damage to property, presence of unauthorized individuals and other unexpected situations.
- Provided 24-hour armed internal security for multiple events by monitoring security equipment and operational logbooks to control building access.
- Maintained 100% rating on safety protocols.
- Supported positive relationships between community leaders and general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens and visitors.
- Patrolled designated to identify criminal activities, issue citations, prevent incidents and serve warrants.
- Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.
- Supported youth and public outreach programs and neighborhood watches while teaching D.A.R.E. and G.R.E.A.T. classes to local schools.
Education
High School Diploma -
Herschel V Jenkins High School
Savannah, GA06-2010
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, COSkills
- CCTV Monitoring
- Physical Stamina
- Security procedures knowledge
- Background Investigations
- Vigilant and watchful
- Firearms expertise
- Security operations
- Report Preparation
- Patrolling
- First Aid Certified
- Criminal law understanding
- Reliability
- Premises surveillance
- Hard Work ethic
- Emergency Management
- Crime Prevention
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Access Control
- ID Verification
- Emergency Response
- Personal security
- English fluency
- Relationship building and management
- Traffic Control
- Workplace Safety
- Verbal and written communication
- Visitor management
- Radio communication
- Incident Reporting
- Vehicle inspections
Accomplishments
- National Defense Service Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- Over Seas Service Ribbon
- Korean Defense Service Medal
- Army Service Ribbon
- Army Achievement Medal
- Army Good Conduct Medal
- Certificate of Achievement
Certification
- Oleoresin capsicum (OC) Certified
- Taser Certified
- Armor Certified
- Command Post of the Future Operator (CPOF OP) Course
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Security Supervisor/ Sergeant of the Guard
United States Army
08.2023 - 03.2024
Human Resources Specialist
United States Army
08.2022 - 01.2023
Platoon Sergeant/ Battalion Liaison
Untied States Army
06.2022 - 01.2023
Security Guard/Access Control Specialist
Unisted States Army
02.2020 - Current
Unit Armorer
United States Army
01.2019 - 02.2020
Military Police Officer
United States Army
08.2014 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
Herschel V Jenkins High School
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Colorado Technical University
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