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Overview
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James Philpot

Decatur,GA

Summary

A skilled Security Officer possessing over 33 years of experience.

Detail Oriented

Prompt

Trustworthy

Team player

Goal Oriented

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Loss Prevention Officer

Ashley Furniture Warehouse
Decatur, GA
07.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with store personnel on the execution of security plans during special events.
  • Maintained accurate records of losses due to shoplifting or fraud.
  • Analyzed video surveillance footage to identify potential criminal activity.
  • Reviewed inventory discrepancies and took corrective action as necessary.
  • Monitored and inspected store entrances, exits, and checkout areas to detect shoplifting or other suspicious activities.
  • Adhered strictly to all company policies related to Loss Prevention operations.
  • Provided customer service assistance when needed during peak shopping times.
  • Prepared and reviewed paperwork associated with audits, shortage control programs, apprehensions, and disposition.

Security Officer

Protective Arms Security Services
Roswell, Georgia
04.2024 - Current
  • Performed first aid and CPR when necessary during emergency situations.
  • Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
  • Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
  • Enforced access control measures in accordance with established procedures.
  • Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
  • Inspected fire extinguishers to ensure they were properly charged and operational.
  • Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
  • Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities.
  • Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required.
  • Investigated all reported incidents of theft or vandalism on premises.
  • Adhered to post orders while maintaining a visible presence around the property.
  • Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
  • Prepared detailed reports regarding daily activities, unusual occurrences, maintenance issues.
  • Monitored premises and recorded activity in daily officer reports.
  • Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.

Security Officer

Northside Hospital Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
09.2023 - 04.2024
  • Performed first aid and CPR when necessary during emergency situations.
  • Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
  • Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
  • Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
  • Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.

Monitored Court Order Mental Patients.

  • Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required.
  • Adhered to post orders while maintaining a visible presence around the property.
  • Participated in training sessions to stay up-to-date on current security trends and best practices.
  • Observed patrons and customers to quickly address security situations.
  • Checked footage and live feeds from surveillance cameras for trespassers and criminal activity.
  • Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
  • Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises.
  • Operated x-ray and body scanning equipment to prevent prohibited items from being carried onto premises.

Security Officer/Shift Supervisor

Children’s Healthcare
Atlanta, GA
02.2021 - 07.2023
  • Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
  • Monitored entrances and exits for unauthorized personnel or prohibited items being brought onto premises.
  • Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
  • Prepared detailed reports regarding daily activities, unusual occurrences, maintenance issues.
  • Operated communication systems between officers stationed throughout the facility.
  • Searched individuals and baggage for weapons and other prohibited items.
  • Completed incident reports to record security or loss prevention incidents.
  • Provided on-the-job training to new staff members.

Security Officer

Northside Hospital Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
08.2018 - 06.2021
  • Enforced access control measures in accordance with established procedures.
  • Investigated all reported incidents of theft or vandalism on premises.
  • Performed first aid and CPR when necessary during emergency situations.
  • Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
  • Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
  • Prepared detailed reports regarding daily activities, unusual occurrences, maintenance issues.

Monitored Court Ordered Psych Patients.

Customer Service

Security Officer

Eastside Medical Center
Snellville, Georgia
12.2004 - 08.2018

Monitored Court Order Psych Patients

Customer Service

Property Patrol, on foot and by vehicle

Report Writing

Performed Escorts

Monitored CCTV Footage of property areas.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Christian Counseling /Biblical Studies

Luther Rice College And Seminary
Lithonia, GA

Skills

  • Incident Reporting
  • Property Patrol
  • Surveillance techniques
  • Asset Protection
  • Safety promotion
  • Detail Oriented
  • CCTV Monitoring

Timeline

Loss Prevention Officer

Ashley Furniture Warehouse
07.2024 - Current

Security Officer

Protective Arms Security Services
04.2024 - Current

Security Officer

Northside Hospital Atlanta
09.2023 - 04.2024

Security Officer/Shift Supervisor

Children’s Healthcare
02.2021 - 07.2023

Security Officer

Northside Hospital Atlanta
08.2018 - 06.2021

Security Officer

Eastside Medical Center
12.2004 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Christian Counseling /Biblical Studies

Luther Rice College And Seminary
James Philpot