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Joseph Anderson
Smyrna,DE
Summary
Observant Security Supervisor accustomed to working alone to maintain security at facilities. Knowledgeable about detecting and preventing incidents, reporting crime and providing basic first aid. Thorough understanding of enforcement policies coupled with deep familiarity of safety equipment. Proficient Armed Security Officer skilled in strategies for preventing incidents, investigating problems and detailing unauthorized personnel. Offering remarkable work ethic and observation skills. Seeking to bring 9 years' experience in security to a long-term position at Philadelphia Zoo. 2 Proficient Armed Security Officer skilled in strategies for preventing incidents, investigating problems and detailing unauthorized personnel. Offering remarkable work ethic and observation skills. Seeking to bring 2 years' experience in security to a long-term position at Philadelphia Zoo. Experienced in providing emergency response, solving conflicts and completing background searches. Knowledgeable about legal and less-than-lethal weapons, defensive strategies and report writing. Adaptable Software Engineer ready to support operations from conception through post-release support. Skilled creator of efficient code and exciting user experiences. Eager to elevate ongoing development projects or create novel software solutions geared towards driving increased usership. Dependable team member trained in register operations and customer service. Contributes to smooth front-end operations and goes beyond requirements to handle customer needs. Reliable, team-oriented, and efficiently completes assignments. Recent graduate with excellent research, technical and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Philadelphia Zoo
Armed Security Supervisor
09.2012 - 11.2021
Job overview
- Supervisor on the 18:00 to 06:00 shift. Supervision and training of all Public Safety officers
- Wrote reports outlining thefts, unauthorized access violations or other unusual occurrences to help support later criminal or civil actions.
- Monitored building access and identified all officials and employees before authorizing entrance.
- Maintained order and safety while providing customer service and information to facility visitors.
- Maintained safety of residents by conducting foot patrols, monitoring vehicle traffic and identifying unauthorized persons or vehicles on premises.
- Protected entrances by scanning individuals and bags via manual checks or x-ray machinery.
- Investigated reported incidents to protect company assets.
- Patrolled large commercial facility on irregular schedule to look for suspicious activities.
- Inspected and adjusted security equipment to ensure proper operation.
- Drafted and documented security procedures, policies and standards.
- Oversaw closed-circuit television cameras and monitored for threats.
- Mentored employees in handling issues with customers, tenants and other individuals.
- Supervised and authorized entry of employees, visitors or authorized persons.
- Monitored and logged key and key card issuance.
- Collaborated with law enforcement to resolve escalated situations.
- Investigated security alarms, altercations and suspicious activity.
- Completed building and grounds patrols.
- Delegated team tasks and assigned security personnel to posts or patrols.
Education
Darbytownship High
High School Diploma
06.1975
Skills
- Grounds Patrols
- Search and Seizure
- Law Enforcement Support
- Evidence Storage
- Court Appearances
- First Responder Experience
- Report Writing
- CCTV Monitoring
- Supervision & Leadership
- Training & Development
- Good Work Ethic
- Conflict Resolution
- Computer Skills
- Team Management
- People Skills
- Active Listening
- Customer Service
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Data Management
- Organizational Skills
- First Aid/CPR
- Self-defense techniques
- Physical Fitness
- Tactical Operations
- Surveillance techniques
- Access Control
- Evidence handling
- Public Safety
Certification
- Fire Fighter, Darby Township Fire Company
- Asst Fire Chief
- Certified First Aid & CPR, First Responder Philadelphia Zoo
Timeline
Armed Security Supervisor
Philadelphia Zoo
09.2012 - 11.2021
Darbytownship High
High School Diploma
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