Kavon Carter
Buffalo,NY
Summary
I am someone who has the ability to deal with high pressure situations. Being able to lend a hand to whenever someone needs is something that is highly important. I want to learn whatever I could so I may take these skills to further my career and as well teach others. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Detail-oriented Security Officer equipped with excellent memory and awareness of people, events and facilities. Skilled in responding to emergency situations and providing crisis intervention. Exercises sound judgment during crisis and emergency situations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Specialist
Excelsior Management
Buffalo, NY
07.2023 - Current
- Hours worked 33/w
- Enhanced event safety by conducting thorough pre-event security assessments and identifying potential risks.
- Monitored crowd behavior to prevent altercations, intervening when necessary to maintain a peaceful atmosphere.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies during investigations and emergencies, fostering positive working relationships.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Maintained a professional image while providing close protection services for high-net-worth individuals and corporate executives.
Security Officer
The Steer Restaurant and Saloon
Buffalo, NY
09.2022 - Current
- Hours worked 13/w
- Crowd control, ID check, Making sure alcohol stays in bar, Help clean and close
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
- Identified suspicious activity to determine appropriate response.
- Enforced safety regulations for patrons by monitoring behavior, alcohol consumption, and dress code compliance.
- Assisted in resolving disputes between guests and staff in a professional manner.
- Inspected IDs of all guests entering the club to verify age requirements.
- Monitored crowd control during peak hours to prevent overcrowding and maintain orderliness.
- Responded quickly to altercations between patrons, mediating disagreements as needed.
- Communicated with local law enforcement when necessary regarding matters such as fights, disorderly conduct, trespassers.
- Intervened immediately in any situation posing a threat to guest safety or security protocols.
- Confirmed people were not visibly intoxicated prior to entering premises.
- Refused admission to known troublemakers.
Security Officer
Lockdown Security Services
Buffalo, NY
11.2022 - 06.2024
- Hours worked 8/w
- Enhanced event safety by conducting thorough pre-event security assessments and identifying potential risks.
- Monitored crowd behavior to prevent altercations, intervening when necessary to maintain a peaceful atmosphere.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies during investigations and emergencies, fostering positive working relationships.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Maintained a professional image while providing close protection services for high-net-worth individuals and corporate executives.
Education
High school diploma -
Cleveland Hill High School
Cheektowaga, NY06.2020
Skills
- Marketing
- Residential construction (5 years)
- Customer Service
- English
- Security (3 years)
- Experience with children
- Childcare
- CCTV
- Asset Protection
- Self-defense
- Identification Verification
- Access Control
Affiliations
- Landscaping
- Residential Contractor
- Combat Sports
Certification
- Guard Card, 03/17/25,03/17/27
- AED Certification, 02/18/25, 02/18/2027
- First Aid Certification 02/18/25, 02/18/2027
- Driver's License, 05/01/24, 05/01/25
- CPR Certification, 02/18/25, 02/18/2027
- Taser Certification, 01/01/24, Present
Timeline
Security Specialist
Excelsior Management
07.2023 - Current
Security Officer
Lockdown Security Services
11.2022 - 06.2024
Security Officer
The Steer Restaurant and Saloon
09.2022 - Current
High school diploma -
Cleveland Hill High School