JAMES MELLAS
Old Bridge,NJ
Summary
Dedicated Security Supervisor skilled in providing exceptional security monitoring, knowledge of surveillance protocols and CCTV equipment. Focused and detail-oriented with proven history of mitigating risks and utilizing reasoned decision-making in high-pressure situations.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Supervisor/Sergeant
Hackensack Meridian Health/Old Bridge
Old Bridge, NJ
02.2014 - Current
- Analyzed and investigated incidents alongside functional management and security supervisors.
- Developed improved training methods with focus on public safety and officer awareness.
- Advised security team and conducted investigations of significant threats and loss or misappropriation of assets.
- Developed and reviewed specifications for design and construction of security systems.
- Oversaw team of security officers and managed scheduling and performance evaluations.
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
Water Treatment Plant Operator
Gordens Corner Water Company
Marlboro, NJ
06.2005 - 01.2014
- Disinfected water with chemicals such as ammonia and chlorine in exact concentrations.
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations.
- Recorded operational data, personnel attendance or meter and gauge readings on specified forms.
- Operated and adjusted controls on equipment to purify and clarify water, process or dispose of sewage and generate power.
Police Officer
Perth Amboy Police Department
Perth Amboy, NJ
08.1986 - 09.2000
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction.
- Worked with investigations team to surveil and capture offenders for possession and distribution of illegal narcotics and prescription drugs.
- Led undercover sting operations to target perpetrators of vice crimes.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Debriefed arrested individuals to collect important information for ongoing investigations.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
Education
Criminal Justice
Middlesex County College
Edison, NJHigh School Diploma -
J. P .Stevens High School
Edison, NJ06.1981
Skills
- Property Assessments
- Staff Leadership
- Security Regulations
- Security Reporting
- Visitor Monitoring
- Staff Performance Assessments
- Facility Patrols
- CCTV Surveillance
- Alarm System Monitoring
- Interviews and Interrogations
- First Aid and CPR
- Fire Response
Timeline
Security Supervisor/Sergeant
Hackensack Meridian Health/Old Bridge
02.2014 - Current
Water Treatment Plant Operator
Gordens Corner Water Company
06.2005 - 01.2014
Police Officer
Perth Amboy Police Department
08.1986 - 09.2000
Criminal Justice
Middlesex County College
High School Diploma -
J. P .Stevens High School