Geovanni Herrera
Whittier,CA
Summary
Security-focused and diligent Guard skilled at protecting personnel and premises. Responds and acts appropriately to situational assessments, including criminal acts and fire and medical emergencies remaining alert, attentive and vigilant at all times. Anticipates trouble and takes steps to intervene and diffuse using keen eye for detail. Competent Security Officer with 8 years of experience in high pressure & everyday environments. Quick and agile with strong critical thinking capabilities. Veteran security associate with demonstrated expertise in building, grounds, personnel and asset protection. Excellent observational, problem-solving and decision-making skills combined with detail-oriented nature, unparalleled integrity and sound judgment. Familiar with various weaponry and well-trained in successful strategies for emergency response and de-escalating conflicts. Communicative security personnel with significant physical strength and stamina. Firearms trained and knowledgeable of proper usage. Familiar with various tools of trade and security equipment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Security Officer
Pacific Security
Van Nuys, CA
04.2018 - Current
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
- Guided periodic property safety inspections and oversaw remedial action for potential hazards.
- Provided detailed reports of infractions and criminal acts to law enforcement for trial or hearing procedures.
- Monitored central alarm systems for fire, intrusion and duress alarms and responded to [Number] emergencies weekly.
- Participated in staff meetings, special events and professional development activities.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Secured personal and company goods against robbery, vandalism and illegal entry.
- Reviewed both security camera footage and live feeds to spot trespassers and criminal activity.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks and visitors.
- Performed deep searches and pat-downs to look for unauthorized materials and items such as weapons.
- Warned offenders about rule infractions and violations and verbally evicted violators from premises.
- Collaborated with area law enforcement and federal investigators to support safe fugitive apprehensions and coordinate investigations.
- Moved throughout facility and among customers to remain aware of developing security situations.
- Performed cash drops while maintaining security and control of drop box.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of 30 employees and visitors daily.
- Inspected suspicious activities and monitored premises for criminal acts and rule infractions.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Protected business integrity by ensuring all personnel requiring access to high-security areas go through correct levels of approval.
- Oversaw entry and exit of up to 1200 employees and visitors daily.
- Monitored employee activities, confirming compliance with security regulations.
- Provided top-notch protection for traveling public by conducting tests for explosives residue.
- Reviewed camera and system feeds and alerted proper respondents regarding discrepancies.
- Detailed security-related incidents into reports for dissemination to upper management.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Operated detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
- Permitted entry with escort for approved persons into secure locations.
- Identified and challenged potentially unauthorized individuals for screening and detention in order to prevent access to restricted areas.
- Authorized entrance papers and granted or denied entrance to building.
- Identified violators and escorted departing personnel to guard against theft of property.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Secured 10 doors in office and main building.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
Assisted Living Director
Pen Homes
Whittier, CA
01.2013 - Current
- Led, directed and motivated others to innovate and excel.
- Worked in fast-paced environment with competing demands for time and attention.
- Applied reason, logic, and advanced problem-solving skills to resolve complex and sensitive issues.
- Identified new areas of scientific research and provided internal training.
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Applied mobility assistance knowledge to safely ambulate patients in different spaces involving varying elevations and obstacles.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
MOS 1142
Marine Corps
MCAS Miramar, San Diego, California
03.2012 - 03.2018
- Coordinated with inventory managers to plan deliveries around production schedules.
- Monitored inventory use and adjusted inventory control techniques.
- Established and enforced organization systems and standards.
- Reviewed production plans to identify and report potential risks.
- Prepared job order documents and gave timely approvals.
- Planned material equipment and manpower needs for job.
- Reviewed job orders and adjusted schedules for timely delivery.
- Trained new employees in various departments and safety standards. Was responsible for 15 Marines in my department.
- Developed and maintained automated tracking systems, hard copy files and records to enhance office workflows.
- Checked and researched legislation and laws relevant to planning and applied knowledge to address concerns or enhance department operations.
- Conducted site visits and records reviews to investigate violations of planning regulations and ordinances and notified proper authorities of findings.
- Performed technical planning, system integration and verification tasks for internet & weapon systems to strengthen projects.
- Formulated mathematical models or other methods of computer analysis to develop, evaluate or modify design according to customer engineering requirements.
- Remained highly knowledgeable in practices related to government agency guidelines for aircraft installations and utilized expertise to optimize.
- Prepared and distributed daily reports on crews, milestones, issues, and progress.
- Analyzed survey reports, specifications, maps and topography data for product planning and development.
- Implemented safety processes and procedures and made crew members aware of contingency plans for dangerous cargo spills.
- Oversaw preventive maintenance of air compressors and turbine generators.
- Made recommendations to government on status of engineering and technical issues and provided estimated repair dates.
- Utilized best practices and troubleshooting techniques to resolve machinery issues.
- Supervised and trained engineers and crew members on routine and emergency duties.
- Supervised other engineers and crew members and trained for routine and emergency duties.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Rio Hondo College
Whittier, CAHigh School Diploma -
Whittier High School
Whittier, CA06.2010
Skills
- Intruder Response and Removal
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Security Team Coordination
- Customer Service
- CPR Certified
- Detailed Activity Logs
- Incident Reporting
- Intruder Removal
- First Aid Training
- Intrusion Detection
- Professional Demeanor
- Attentive and Observant
- Pattern Recognition
- Detail-Oriented
- De-escalation Techniques
- Crisis Management Plans
- CCTV Monitoring
- Law Enforcement Collaboration
- Employee and Visitor Screening
- Security Regulation Enforcement
- Ground Patrol
- Emergency Response
- Honest and Ethical
- Restricted Area Protection
- Contraband Seizure
- Secure Transportation
- System Inspection and Maintenance
- Reliable and Responsible
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Data Entry
- Armed Security Guard Certification
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Personal Protection
- Tampering Detection
- Team Leadership
- Active Listening
Additional Information
References
Sgt. Quintan Dennis USMC
1(832)498-1362
Joshua Daniel Jones Security
1(562)552-1377
Tuni Silli Pacific Security supervisor
1(562)256-5170
Leslie Pen Homes HR Manager
1(714)388-5612
Timeline
Private Security Officer
Pacific Security
04.2018 - Current
Assisted Living Director
Pen Homes
01.2013 - Current
MOS 1142
Marine Corps
03.2012 - 03.2018
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Rio Hondo College
High School Diploma -
Whittier High School