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