Isaac Gifford
Security Officer
Lakewood,WA
Summary
Skilled Armed Security Officer with knowledge of prevention strategies, investigative techniques, de-escalation techniques, conflict resolution, customer assistance and detainment procedures. Bringing superior work ethic and skills in observation. Looking to offer 9 years of experience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Armed Security Officer
Veterans Security Operations
Puyallup, WA
06.2021 - Current
- Supported criminal investigations by collaborating fully with local law enforcement representatives.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Watched different facility areas from central location via different CCTV feeds, obtaining maximum coverage of important areas.
- Performed hourly patrols of building areas, parking lots and facility grounds.
- Detailed theft, access violations and other incidents with reports to boost success of future criminal or civil remediation.
- Checked personnel ID badges and issued temporary credentials to visitors.
- Circulated among visitors, patrons and employees to preserve order and protect property.
Security Officer
Nisqually Red Wind Casino
Olympia, WA
06.2019 - 04.2021
- Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Participated in staff meetings, special events and professional development activities.
- Reported irregularities such as fire and safety hazards to maintenance.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Performed cash drops while maintaining security and control of drop box.
- Oversaw entry and exit of up to 2,000 employees and visitors daily.
- Drafted reports of property damage, theft, accidents and unusual occurrences to document daily activities and irregularities.
- Warned offenders about rule infractions and violations and verbally evicted violators from premises.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Administered CPR and first aid to resuscitate individuals while waiting for emergency medical responders to arrive.
- Collaborated with area law enforcement and federal investigators to support safe fugitive apprehensions and coordinate investigations.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
Care Team Member
American Behavioral Health Systems
Chehalis, WA
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Arranged transportation and accompanied patients to doctors' offices and errands.
- Observed patients awaiting therapy or transportation to note needs and handle situations appropriately.
- Administered structured activities to socialize patients.
- Observed patients undergoing treatments and reported status changes to supervising therapist for immediate attention.
- Recorded and maintained patients' attendance in client records.
- Reported patients' progress, attitudes and accomplishments to supervisors or therapists.
- Scheduled patient appointments and assisted therapists and office staff with prioritizing and organizing caseloads.
- Answered telephones and performed light clerical duties to maintain smooth operations while attending to various program needs.
US Marine E-3 Lance Corporal; 6114 Flightline Mech
United States Marine Corps
Camp Pendleton South, CA
01.2013 - 04.2014
- Followed safety procedures while analyzing issues and working on aircraft.
- Logged maintenance notes regarding status of aircraft repairs.
- Performed work in adherence with aviation regulations and protocols.
- Worked on different types of aircraft from UH-1Y to AH-1Z helicopters.
- Documented all inspection and maintenance actions in aircraft forms, IMDS and FERMS.
- Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
- Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention and safety at all times.
- Monitored parts department and placed orders for maintenance supplies on consistent basis.
- Implemented tactics, procedures, and techniques for defense systems.
- Engaged targets in low-light conditions with night vision equipment.
- Secured and protected military property, assets and personnel.
- Attended required training sessions and seminars.
- Oversaw utilities manual records to perform stock control and accounting duties.
- Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons.
- Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions, sometimes in dangerous, deployed locations.
- Maintained awareness of subordinates' personal problems and shortcomings, supporting personal and professional growth.
- Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
- Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors.
- Designated mandatory reporter for sexual assault and responder for suicide prevention situations.
- Served in on-call capacity for last-minute or late-night taskings from leadership.
- Communicated with higher-ranking members of Marines and shared information with company.
- Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.
Education
High School Diploma -
08.2005 - 06.2009
No Degree - Computer Science; General Education
06.2009 - 11.2012
No Degree - Leadership Course; Combat Training; MOS Training
01.2013 - 04.2014
- Received meritorious promotion to E-2 for college credits and voluntary position during Boot Camp.
No Degree - Corporate Self Defense And Violence Prevention
- Awarded AVADE Instructor
Skills
Court appearances
Facility patrols
Law enforcement assistance
CCTV experience
Report writing
Asset protection
Defensive tactics
Loss prevention and mitigation
Emergency Response
Personnel and visitor searches
Punctuality
Criminal Investigations
Safety and security
Firearms expertise
Criminal law
Wireless technology
De-escalation techniques
Physical stamina
Keen observer
Inbound and outbound calling
Complaint resolution
Negotiation
Self-direction
Cross-functional team collaboration
Staff education and training
Professional telephone demeanor
Creative problem solving
Money handling abilities
Training coordination
Records review
Defense systems
Risk Assessments
Documentation and reporting
Data protection
Small arms training
Managing classified information
Identifying hazards
Firearms understanding
Maintaining equipment
Training expertise
Preventing incidents
Managing PPE
Briefing leadership
Safety guidelines
Timeline
Armed Security Officer - Veterans Security Operations
06.2021 - Current
Security Officer - Nisqually Red Wind Casino
06.2019 - 04.2021
Care Team Member - American Behavioral Health Systems
02.2019 - 05.2019
US Marine E-3 Lance Corporal; 6114 Flightline Mech - United States Marine Corps
01.2013 - 04.2014
US Marine Corps - No Degree, Leadership Course; Combat Training; MOS Training
01.2013 - 04.2014
Allan Hancock College - No Degree, Computer Science; General Education
06.2009 - 11.2012
Ernest Righetti High School - High School Diploma,
08.2005 - 06.2009
Personal Safety Training - No Degree, Corporate Self Defense And Violence Prevention