Professional Summary
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Juan Lopez Duran

CommonSpirit Health
Mesa,AZ
14
years of professional experience

Disciplined and reliable Security Officer with extensive experience in hospital, retail, private, and public security environments. Skilled in emergency response, de-escalation, access control, crowd management, and team leadership. Experienced with vehicle patrols, arrests, and high-risk public safety operations. Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Work History

Armed Security Officer

8 Years 6 Months
CommonSpirit Health | 02.2018 - Current
  • Started at Dignity Health in Santa Cruz, CA, transferred to Phoenix, AZ in 2020 after company merged to form CommonSpirit Health
  • Secure hospital entrances, restricted areas, and critical access points to ensure patient, staff, and visitor safety
  • Conduct routine and emergency patrols to identify hazards, policy violations, and suspicious activity
  • Respond to combative or emotionally distressed individuals using verbal de-escalation and physical restraints when required
  • Assist medical staff during psychiatric holds, behavioral emergencies, and high-risk patient interactions
  • Admit and release deceased patients from the morgue in compliance with hospital policy and legal requirements
  • Provide traffic control and landing zone security for medical helicopter crews
  • Coordinate patient transfers by preparing hospital beds, securing routes, and escorting patients from helipad to treatment areas
  • Lead and support security teams during high-volume shifts, ensuring effective response and officer safety
  • Train and mentor new security officers on procedures, emergency response, and professionalism
  • Prepare detailed incident reports and maintain clear communication with hospital staff, law enforcement, and emergency responders

Seasonal Security Officer

3 Years 5 Months
Santa Cruz Seaside Company | 01.2015 - 06.2018

January 2015 – September 2015 | February 2018 – June 2018

  • Enforced boardwalk private property policies and park rules for guests and vendors
  • Conducted vehicle and foot patrols to ensure safety and compliance
  • Assisted guests and enforced park regulations, including arresting intoxicated individuals in public areas
  • Managed crowd control during summer concerts and high-traffic events to maintain public safety
  • Coordinated with law enforcement as needed and prepared detailed incident reports

Target Protection Specialist

5 Months
Target | 03.2017 - 08.2017
  • Greeted customers at store entrances while maintaining a visible loss-prevention presence
  • Conducted receipt checks and deterred theft through professional customer engagement
  • Assisted apprehension teams in detaining individuals attempting to exit without payment
  • Monitored CCTV surveillance systems to identify theft, policy violations, and suspicious behavior
  • Conducted interior patrols to prevent shrink and ensure a safe shopping environment
  • Documented incidents and coordinated with store leadership as needed

Security Supervisor

1 Year 2 Months
Allied Universal Security Services | 01.2016 - 03.2017

Promoted to Security Supervisor — October 2016

  • Started with Allied Barton in Capitola, CA, promoted and transferred to San Jose, CA after company became Allied Universal
  • Enforced private property policies and lease agreements at multiple mall locations
  • Conducted foot and vehicle patrols inside malls, parking lots, and surrounding areas
  • Supervised security officers at one location, providing guidance, training, and scheduling
  • Responded to incidents, disturbances, and policy violations, including shoplifting and trespassing
  • Prepared incident reports documenting all security actions and escalations
  • Coordinated with law enforcement and mall management as needed
  • Operated security vehicles for mobile patrol and emergency response

Security Guard

3 Months
First Alarm Security & Patrol | 10.2015 - 01.2016
  • Conducted strict foot and vehicle patrols to secure company contracted sites and private properties
  • Monitored areas using company tools, ensuring high visibility and presence
  • Enforced site rules, asked unwanted individuals to leave, and called local law enforcement when necessary
  • Prepared detailed incident reports documenting observations and security actions
  • Assisted clients in maintaining property safety and compliance with contractual agreements

Volunteer Cadet

3 Years
Watsonville Police Activities League | 01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Participated in monthly physical training and weekly meetings to maintain readiness
  • Assisted community members through volunteer hours and public outreach initiatives
  • Completed ride-alongs with officers to observe police operations and emergency responses
  • Participated in hands-on training exercises including being tased, exposed to pepper spray, and tear gas to gain practical experience and resilience
  • Attended the San Diego Explorer Academy, successfully completing Phase 1 and Phase 2 training

Education

High School Diploma

Watsonville High | Watsonville, CA | 06-2013

Skills

Custody
Control & Safety
Technical & Operational Skills
Communication & De-escalation
Emergency & Crisis Response
Teamwork & Reliability

Timeline

Armed Security Officer

CommonSpirit Health
02.2018 - CurrentRead More

Target Protection Specialist

Target
03.2017 - 08.2017Read More

Security Supervisor

Allied Universal Security Services
01.2016 - 03.2017Read More

Security Guard

First Alarm Security & Patrol
10.2015 - 01.2016Read More

Seasonal Security Officer

Santa Cruz Seaside Company
01.2015 - 06.2018Read More

Volunteer Cadet

Watsonville Police Activities League
01.2013 - 01.2016Read More

Watsonville High

High School Diploma
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Juan Lopez Duran