Jose Vargas
Catasauqua,PA
Summary
Diligent Security professional with 14 years of experience with LVHN Public Safety seeking a challenging role as a Security Lieutenant to Leverage leadership skills and extensive knowledge in ensuring a safe and secure environment for Employees, Patients and Visitors.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
Lehigh Valley Hospital
03.2010 - Current
- Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
- Trained Security Personnel in Defensive Tactics, Pepper Spray, Hand Cuffing and Taser, in accordance with LVHN Policy.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees, Patients and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Reduced incident response times by implementing efficient emergency procedures and collaborating with local law enforcement agencies.
- Provided prompt response to emergency situations, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to apprehend suspects and prevent criminal activities on premises.
- Participated in regular training sessions to enhance knowledge of industry best practices and maintain peak performance levels.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere for guests while maintaining strict vigilance over potential security hazards or breaches.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fort Hamilton High School
Brooklyn, NYBuilding Engineering -
Bronx Community College of The City University of New York
Bronx, NYSkills
- Weapons Training
- CCTV Surveillance
- Crisis Intervention Training
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Security Procedures Knowledge
- Punctuality
- Keen Observer
- Patrolling
- Reliability
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Adaptability
- Verbal de escalation
Certification
- Certified: Act 235 with Firearm
- Certified: Defensive Tactics Instructor
- Certified: OCAT Instructor
- Certified: Taser instructor
- IPIMBA Certified
Timeline
Security Officer
Lehigh Valley Hospital
03.2010 - Current
High School Diploma -
Fort Hamilton High School
Building Engineering -
Bronx Community College of The City University of New York
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