Jose Avila
Armed Corporate Security Officer
North Las Vegas
Summary
Well-qualified Security professional with proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers, customers and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Armed Security Officer
Stations Casinos Corporate Office
11.2023 - Current
- Performed hourly patrols of building areas, parking lots and facility grounds.
- Operated communication equipment to maintain contact with other security personnel during emergency calls.
- Cooperated with security personnel and law enforcement to share information and coordinate responses to security incidents.
- Maintained physical fitness to perform physically demanding job tasks.
- Checked personnel ID badges and issued temporary credentials to visitors.
- Underwent and maintained firearms certification in compliance with state laws and organizational standards.
- Controlled access to property to secure facility and grounds from unauthorized entry.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Maintained confidentiality to protect sensitive information and prevent harmful release of information.
Security Bike Officer
Palms Hotel And Casino
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
- Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
Security Field Training Officer
Flamingo Hotel And Casino
07.2020 - 10.2022
- Trained and mentored new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Gathered information, identified, and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
Dispatch Security Officer
Flamingo Hotel And Casino
04.2018 - 07.2020
- Maintained updated and detailed records of calls in physical and electronic database.
- Facilitated communications between customers and field personnel to answer questions or resolve concerns.
- Responded to over 100 daily caller requests with information about assistance and timeframes.
- Prepared detailed incident reports to facilitate appropriate follow-up.
- Operated multi-line telephone system, prioritized calls and initiated appropriate action based on incident type and importance.
- Operated and monitored fire alarm and security CCTV systems to maintain building safety.
- Contacted police, fire and ambulance in emergency situations to coordinate proper response.
Security Manager
The D Hotel And Casino
11.2015 - 04.2018
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Oversaw team of security officers and managed scheduling and performance evaluations.
- Kept team compliant with security protocols and appearance standards.
- Investigated incidents and wrote reports.
- Supervised grounds, employee entrances and exits and security officers on duty.
- Submitted documentation for weekly payroll, managed schedules and enforced policies.
Millwright Apprentice
Southwest Carpenters Union
02.2011 - 11.2015
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Laid out mounting holes, using measuring instruments and drilled holes with power drill.
- Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with .001% accuracy.
- Connected power unit to machines or steam piping to equipment, and tested units to evaluate mechanical operation.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
Security Officer
Inspire Nightclub
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds and work sites.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle and by foot.
- Reviewed camera and system feeds and alerted proper respondents regarding discrepancies.
Military Police Officer/ SRT
US Army
01.2005 - 11.2008
- Manned base entry points to provide 24/7 force protection, reviewing identifications, searching vehicles and verifying deliveries prior to entrance to secure areas.
- Supervised 24-hour police operation investigating civil disturbances on base.
- Secured restricted areas and enforced limited access for civilians and military members in order to provide force protection and property security.
- Authored daily activity, incident and irregularity reports.
- Provided emergency response security, eliminating hazards and potential dangers.
- Monitored gate activities, controlled traffic and responded to emergencies on base.
- Mitigated risk, providing immediate emergency response security.
Education
High School Diploma -
Del Valle High School
El Paso, TX 09.2001 - 01.2005
Skills
Prioritizing calls
Computer skills
CCTV monitoring
Access control
Guest relations
Executive protection
Crowd control
Arrest procedures
Incident documentation
Report writing
Perimeter security
Multilingual abilities
Conflict de-escalation
De-escalation techniques
Firearms proficiency
Investigative skills
Personal restraint
Safety control
Vehicle patrol
Teamwork
Employee training
Schedule Management
Excellent Communication
Organization and Time Management
Self-Motivated
Data Entry
Languages
Excellent,5,Excellent,5
Certification
First Aid, CPR, and AED Instructor Certification - American Red Cross.
Timeline
Armed Security Officer
Stations Casinos Corporate Office
11.2023 - Current
Security Bike Officer
Palms Hotel And Casino
10.2022 - 11.2023
Security Field Training Officer
Flamingo Hotel And Casino
07.2020 - 10.2022
Dispatch Security Officer
Flamingo Hotel And Casino
04.2018 - 07.2020
Security Manager
The D Hotel And Casino
11.2015 - 04.2018
Millwright Apprentice
Southwest Carpenters Union
02.2011 - 11.2015
Security Officer
Inspire Nightclub
01.2009 - 01.2011
Military Police Officer/ SRT
US Army
01.2005 - 11.2008
High School Diploma -
Del Valle High School
09.2001 - 01.2005