Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Awards Certificates
Timeline
Ingrid Grills

Ingrid Grills

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Phoenix,AZ

Summary

I am dedicated, ambitious and hardworking person. I take pride in helping all levels of staff, enjoying being a positive role model, motivator and leader when providing them with the support, guidance and knowledge to enable them to achieve their own goals, and those of the company. I believe in Professionalism, Integrity and above all honesty at all times.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Security Officer

Allied Universal Security Services
01.2023 - 09.2024
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
  • Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
  • Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
  • Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
  • Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
  • Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
  • Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
  • Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
  • Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
  • Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
  • Decreased instances of theft, vandalism, and trespassing through diligent observation and reporting suspicious activities.
  • Responded effectively to emergencies or disturbances, prioritizing the safety of personnel while minimizing property damage or loss.
  • Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
  • Ensured proper functioning of security equipment by performing routine inspections, maintenance, and coordinating repairs as needed.
  • Created a culture of safety awareness among employees through regular presentations and communication on security issues.

Detention Officer

Maricopa Sheriff's Office
10.2022 - 10.2023
  • Responded swiftly to emergency situations with appropriate use of force when necessary to protect both inmates'' well-being and facility security.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
  • Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
  • Improved facility safety by performing thorough inspections of cells, common areas, and property for contraband or damage.
  • Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
  • Contributed to the efficient processing of new detainees by conducting intake procedures such as fingerprinting, photographing, and inventorying personal belongings.
  • Managed daily operations, including supervising inmate work details, meal distribution, and recreational activities.
  • Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
  • Transported prisoners throughout facility and off-site to medical appointments and court appearances.
  • Maintained a safe environment for inmates and staff through effective communication and adherence to established protocols.
  • Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
  • Attended to feeding, housing, and physical well-being of inmates.
  • Assisted in reducing incidents of violence by implementing conflict resolution strategies and de-escalation techniques.
  • Physically restrained prisoners during prisoner altercations using leverage holds and legal force.
  • Created and maintained positive relationships with inmates to build rapport and trust.
  • Promoted a culture of respect within the detention center by modeling professionalism at all times and treating inmates with dignity.
  • Enhanced inmate security by conducting regular cell checks and monitoring daily activities.
  • Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain order and resolve conflicts among detainees efficiently.
  • Processed prisoners through appropriate identification and documentation processes as part of facility booking procedures.
  • Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks.
  • Provided support to inmates by addressing their concerns promptly and professionally while maintaining facility rules and regulations.

Sergeant

State of Arizona - Department of Corrections
07.2011 - 08.2022
  • Responsible for accountability of Inmates, Audits and monitoring completion of documentation
  • Work closely with Officers, monitoring their training, development and documentation
  • Interact / communicate with management, support staff like Medical and Police forces

Loss Prevention Manager

Lowes
01.2011 - 07.2011
  • Responsible for all departments operational, safety, external shrink
  • Through audits and general store awareness
  • Responsible for generating and closing internal cases through tools like observation utilizing CCTV and covert camera installs
  • Utilizing tools like Aspect reports, Navistor and EJ (electric Journals)
  • Responsible for training store staff and management on Loss prevention through awareness

Asset Protection Specialist

The Home Depot
01.2008 - 01.2011
  • Responsible for shortage control in multiple stores but external and Internal
  • Responsible for increasing store level awareness of Loss Prevention priorities
  • Maintaining communication at all levels both in stores and to Area manager
  • Responsible for generating Internal cases, compiling data utilizing reports, CCTV and communicating said information to Area manager

Education

Completed “O” Levels - English Language, English Literature

Newmarket Upper, Newmarket, Suffolk
01.1977

Skills

  • Dedicated
  • Ambitious
  • Hardworking
  • Positive role model
  • Motivator
  • Leader
  • Support
  • Guidance
  • Knowledge
  • Professionalism
  • Integrity
  • Honesty

Awards Certificates

  • Certified in Wicklander / Zulawski and Associates: Interview and Interrogation Techniques Level 1 & 2
  • Completed Loss Prevention AIM (Advanced Investigative Methods) Training course through Marmaxx
  • Completed course “LEAD Essentials”, teaching communication skills, through Department of Corrections
  • MAG 300 / Mag 400 classes through FEMA

Timeline

Security Officer - Allied Universal Security Services
01.2023 - 09.2024
Detention Officer - Maricopa Sheriff's Office
10.2022 - 10.2023
Sergeant - State of Arizona - Department of Corrections
07.2011 - 08.2022
Loss Prevention Manager - Lowes
01.2011 - 07.2011
Asset Protection Specialist - The Home Depot
01.2008 - 01.2011
Newmarket Upper - Completed “O” Levels, English Language, English Literature