John Callahan
Attleboro,MA
Summary
Coordinated Security Officer with 1 year of experience providing exceptional security detail and supervision for highly valuable corporate assets. Diligent and collaborative facilitator of comprehensive security system with expertly trained personnel and deliberate preventive measures. Exceptional provider of practical on-the-job training for new and sustaining security personnel.
Watchful Security Officer committed to maximizing facility security and minimizing risks.
Responsive and hardworking Security Officer trained in conflict resolution, patrol and security planning. Accomplished in running tight shifts with minimal incidents and maximum control of building envelope. Understands importance of identifying and mitigating security loopholes. Security-focused and diligent Guard skilled at protecting personnel and premises. Responds and acts appropriately to situational assessments, including criminal acts and fire and medical emergencies remaining alert, attentive and vigilant at all times. Anticipates trouble and takes steps to intervene and diffuse using keen eye for detail.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Windwalker Security
Canton, MA
08.2021 - 03.2022
- 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.
- Analyzed and investigated incidents alongside functional management and security supervisors.
- Demonstrated commitment to public safety by patrolling events and well-populated establishments.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of 50+ employees and visitors daily
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites
Security Guard
Northeast Security
Canton, MA
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Secured personal and company goods against robbery, vandalism and illegal entry.
- Identified violators and escorted departing personnel to guard against theft of property.
- Interacted assertively but non-confrontationally with personnel and general public.
- Inspected and adjusted security systems, equipment and machinery to maximize coverage of parking lots and building interior and exterior.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
Cashier
Seabra's Market
Attleboro, MA
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Monitored self-checkout systems and provided assistance or intervention where required.
- Mentored new team members on POS system operation, customer service strategies and sales goals.
- Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
Paintball Referee
BattlegroundZ
Lincoln, Rhode Island
11.2019 - 11.2020
- Notified players, coaches and officiating team of rule infractions and relevant penalties.
- Explained and taught regulations and rules to players
- Inspected equipment for compliance with safety and event regulations.
- Navigated difficult situations using effective communication and explanation/enforcement of game rules.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Nichols College
Dudley, MA05.2024
High School Diploma -
Bishop Feehan High School
Attleboro, MA05.2020
Skills
- Security team management
- Safety and security
- Surveillance
- Staff Management
- Security personnel training
- Daily incident reporting
- CCTV Monitoring
- Security hardware
- Customer assistance
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Responding to Difficult Individuals
Additional Information
Eagle Scout
Employed at Reebok World Headquarters (NBBJ) for 1 year as Security
Timeline
Security Officer
Windwalker Security
08.2021 - 03.2022
Security Guard
Northeast Security
03.2021 - 08.2021
Cashier
Seabra's Market
11.2020 - 03.2021
Paintball Referee
BattlegroundZ
11.2019 - 11.2020
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Nichols College
High School Diploma -
Bishop Feehan High School