James Viergutz
Millfield,OH
Summary
Highly vigilant and reliable with experience in maintaining secure environments for various establishments including retail, corporate, and event settings. Skilled in monitoring surveillance equipment, conducting patrols, and managing access control with keen observation abilities to detect suspicious activities and enforce property rules. Proven track record in de-escalating potential conflicts and effectively communicating with law enforcement to ensure safety and security. Demonstrated impact in previous positions by reducing incidents of theft and ensuring the well-being of employees and visitors through proactive security measures.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
06.2024 - Current
- Maintaining safety and security by monitoring activity, access control of personnel and communicating any/all activity
Co-Founder
The Thin Line Rock Station
Athens, OH
11.2020 - Current
- - Created and monitored ads for social media accounts
- - Conducted phone interviews with guests
- - Produced commercials and recordings for broadcast
- - Developed and managed clothing and merchandise for the online shop
Assistant Manager
Ohio University
Athens, OH
12.2021 - 11.2023
- - Managed shift assignments for Culinary Services, assisting the General Manager in day-to-day operations
- - Supervised staff, including planning, assigning, and scheduling work, ensuring quality standards, and overseeing productivity
- - Trained staff and recommended hiring, termination, and pay adjustments
Shift Supervisor
S.T.A.R.
Nelsonville, OH
05.2020 - 11.2021
- - Maintained the safety of residents and staff
- - Ensured accurate and timely completion of reports
- - Monitored cameras and phone calls for suspicious activity
Chief of Security
Anchor Security and Logistics
Columbus, OH
07.2018 - 11.2019
- - Interviewed candidates and handled new hire processes, including background checks and orientation
- - Developed and updated policies, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
- - Conducted field training for situational awareness and site duties
- - Performed threat assessments for structures and businesses
- - Managed weekly scheduling and made daily adjustments
- - Met with clients to address concerns and update post orders
- - Served as CPR/First Aid and OPOTA instructor
Senior Security Officer
Nationwide Insurance
Columbus, OH
10.2006 - 06.2018
- - Senior training officer for bike patrol
- - Protected properties belonging to Nationwide Insurance, Nationwide Realty, and Nationwide Bank
- - Trained officers in first aid/CPR/AED, company policies, use of force, and job competency
Education
F.A.T.S. Trainer - Anti-Terrorism/Physical Security Trained (OSHP), OPOTA Instructor for Chemical Aerosol
SACS Police Academy
Tallmadge, OH02.1996
Skills
- Electronic surveillance
- Threat assessment
- Threat management
- Investigative skills
- Weapons training
- Surveillance expertise
- Emergency management
- Access control
- CCTV monitoring
- Active shooter training
- Patrol operations
- Defensive tactics training
- Emergency response
- First aid and CPR certified
- Asset protection
- Law enforcement background
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
06.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager
Ohio University
12.2021 - 11.2023
Co-Founder
The Thin Line Rock Station
11.2020 - Current
Shift Supervisor
S.T.A.R.
05.2020 - 11.2021
Chief of Security
Anchor Security and Logistics
07.2018 - 11.2019
Senior Security Officer
Nationwide Insurance
10.2006 - 06.2018
F.A.T.S. Trainer - Anti-Terrorism/Physical Security Trained (OSHP), OPOTA Instructor for Chemical Aerosol
SACS Police Academy
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