Jamie Bozarth
Splendora
Summary
Dynamic professional with a robust background in security and emergency response, honed at Allied Universal Security Services. Excelled in vigilant surveillance and effective communication, ensuring asset protection and team coordination. Demonstrated adaptability and leadership, training new personnel and enhancing facility security. Achieved significant improvements in incident reporting and response times, showcasing a commitment to safety and efficiency.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Unarmed Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
Houston
02.2022 - Current
- Utilized two-way radios and other communication devices for effective team coordination.
- Enforced rules and regulations in a professional manner while interacting with guests and employees.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
- Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
- Detected emergency situations through keen listening and close observation to respond appropriately to alarms.
- Reviewed guest identification and employee credentials to authorize entry onto premises.
- Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
- Trained new security personnel on standard operating procedures and emergency protocols.
- Wrote reports outlining thefts, unauthorized access violations or other unusual occurrences to help support later criminal or civil actions.
- Adhered strictly to company policies regarding safety protocols and procedures.
- Detected suspicious behavior and prevented illegal activity.
- Offered customer service assistance to visitors, providing directions and information.
- Enforced property rules and regulations to ensure a safe environment for all.
- Maintained log books with accurate entries on daily activities and notable events.
Apheresis Technician
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center
Houston
10.2001 - 06.2009
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Assisted in the collection of platelets, red cells, and plasma using automated apheresis equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of all donations and dispositions of products collected.
- Stored collected products at appropriate temperatures until ready for processing and testing.
- Performed donor interviews to ensure eligibility for donation.
- Collected data regarding donor reactions during the procedure and reported them accurately.
- Maintained safe work environment by wearing personal protective equipment.
- Responded promptly to any issues or malfunctions with the equipment during procedures.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies related to apheresis operations.
- Ensured that all materials used in the collection process were sterile and up-to-date with safety standards.
- Operated, calibrated or maintained equipment used in quantitative or qualitative analysis.
- Reviewed donor medical history and laboratory results for accuracy before each donation session.
- Conducted medical research under direction of microbiologist or biochemist.
- Managed departmental inventory and supply ordering.
- Prepared and maintained apheresis equipment according to established protocols.
- Selected and prepared specimens and media for cell cultures.
- Conducted quality control tests on apheresis machines regularly, troubleshooting any problems detected immediately.
- Operated centrifuges safely in order to separate blood components.
- Adhered strictly to safety policies and procedures when handling biohazardous materials or operating apheresis equipment.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Military Journalist
U.S. Army Active Duty
07.1983 - 07.1987
- Arranged interviews with witnesses and bystanders, providing first-hand accounts of stories.
- Reported news stories for publication or broadcast, thoroughly describing background and details of events.
- Submitted assignments ahead of deadlines while adhering to editorial guidelines.
- Sourced expert opinions for stories from professionals in relevant fields.
- Wrote and distributed press releases with photos to print, broadcast and social media on behalf of clients.
- Photographed or videotaped news events to provide visual coverage.
- Developed and pursued stories independently and for assignment, covering range of topics and events.
- Gathered information and developed perspectives about news subjects through research, interviews and observation.
- Researched story background information to provide complete and accurate information.
- Determined story's emphasis, length and format to organize material accordingly.
- Received assignments or evaluated leads or tips to develop story ideas.
- Maintained relationships with key contacts within various organizations or institutions.
- Compiled research material into an organized format appropriate for the publication medium.
- Revised work to meet editorial approval or fit time or space requirements.
- Generated ideas for feature stories that would be compelling to readership audiences.
- Wrote factually correct, concise, and engaging news stories within tight deadlines.
- Photographed images to accompany articles in print or online publications.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality standards.
- Conducted interviews with sources to obtain information for stories.
- Discussed issues with editors to establish priorities or positions.
- Collaborated with editors to create headlines that accurately reflect the story content.
- Reviewed copy and corrected errors in content, grammar and punctuation by following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines.
- Created tightly written news stories crafted from reliable sources.
- Edited copy written by other journalists to ensure accuracy and clarity.
- Cultivated relationships with sources and key figures in local area to reliably produce top-notch news coverage.
- Researched and wrote stories on a variety of topics, such as politics, crime, education, entertainment, health and sports.
- Developed connections with public relations contacts, providing exemplary sources for news stories.
- Interviewed sources, contacts and leads to gather information for stories.
- Met deadlines with reliable, in-depth news coverage.
- Reviewed and evaluated notes taken about news events to isolate pertinent facts and details.
- Analyzed and interpreted news and information received from various sources to broadcast information.
- Ensured all published materials meet legal requirements regarding libel laws.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Education
MBA - Health Care Administration
American Military University
01-2016
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
American Military University
01-2013
Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies
Kaplan University
Davenport, IA01-2011
Associate of Applied Science - Legal Assisting
Lone Star College
Houston, TX06-2001
Skills
- Detainment
- Report writing
- Vigilant surveillance
- Building security
- Property patrol
- Access control management
- Facility security
- Incident reporting
- Motivational skills
- Teamwork
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Organizational skills
- Task prioritization
- Public speaking
- Deadline management
Affiliations
Member of the American Legion
Accomplishments
Member of Alpha Beta Kapa, Collegiate Scholars, and Golden Key Honour Society. Graduated Cuma Sum Laude
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Unarmed Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
02.2022 - Current
Apheresis Technician
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center
10.2001 - 06.2009
Military Journalist
U.S. Army Active Duty
07.1983 - 07.1987
MBA - Health Care Administration
American Military University
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
American Military University
Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies
Kaplan University
Associate of Applied Science - Legal Assisting
Lone Star College
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