Keenan Theus
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. A sharp security guard with demonstrated skill in assessing suspicious situations and individuals and responding appropriately. Vigilant and watchful with exceptional skills in problem solving and deescalation skills. Carries out instructions effectively.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Armed Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
Los Angeles
04.2024 - Current
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as checking doors and windows for proper locking mechanisms and replacing light bulbs as needed.
- Conducted security checks on personnel entering and exiting the premises.
- Performed daily inspections of security equipment such as gates, locks, alarm systems, and radios, ensuring that they were operating properly.
- Interacted with customers in a professional manner while providing directions or responding to inquiries.
- Wrote reports outlining thefts, unauthorized access violations or other unusual occurrences to help support later criminal or civil actions.
Event Security Guard
Agate Security
Los Angeles, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Issued visitor passes as needed, while verifying identity through appropriate documents such as IDs or tickets.
- Provided guidance on crowd control management during events.
- Intervened in potentially dangerous situations by diffusing conflicts between guests and staff members.
- Communicated regularly with event coordinators regarding security needs and concerns.
- Greeted guests upon arrival while ensuring they followed proper protocols for entry into the facility.
Security Officer
Expeditors
Hawthorne, CA
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Enforced access control measures in accordance with established procedures.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of security policies and procedures.
- Warned violators of rule infractions and escorted unauthorized persons off premises.
Bouncer
Los Angeles Reserve Night Club
Los Angeles, CA
06.2021 - 10.2022
- Administered crowd control and broke up disturbances without appearing threatening or intimidating
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts in order to ensure customer safety.
- Resolved conflicts and restrained patrons from getting into fights.
- Warned violators of rule infractions and escorted unauthorized persons off premises.
Student Worker
Los Angeles City College Financial Aid Office
Los Angeles, CA
02.2017 - 06.2019
- Assisted students with issues regarding financial applications and school loan document
- Compiled and scanned documents such as financial aid appeals and tax information
- Ran errands and deliver messages
- Explained and disseminated information to students about financial aid new policies and procedures
Assistant Martial Arts Instructor
Capoeira Brazil DTLA
Los Angeles, CA
08.2013 - 08.2017
- Monitored student performance and offered feedback to support goal achievement.
- Instilled discipline and respect in students, as well as proper dojang etiquette.
- Built and maintained positive personal relationships with students and families, served as role model and character educator and prioritized safety by supervising classes closely.
- Demonstrated proper martial arts techniques and helped students practice and master techniques and embrace individual learning needs and realistic goals for advancement.
Event Security Guard
American Guard Academy
Inglewood, CA
06.2010 - 08.2013
- Patrolled crowds during events to preserve order and promote security.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations, Advertising, And Applied Communication
California State University - Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA06.2022
AA - Communication studies
Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles, CA06.2018
Certification
- Guard card
- Exposed firearm permit
- CCW
- Baton permit
- Pepper spray
- CPR certification
Timeline
Armed Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
04.2024 - Current
Event Security Guard
Agate Security
01.2024 - Current
Security Officer
Expeditors
11.2022 - 01.2024
Bouncer
Los Angeles Reserve Night Club
06.2021 - 10.2022
Student Worker
Los Angeles City College Financial Aid Office
02.2017 - 06.2019
Assistant Martial Arts Instructor
Capoeira Brazil DTLA
08.2013 - 08.2017
Event Security Guard
American Guard Academy
06.2010 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations, Advertising, And Applied Communication
California State University - Dominguez Hills
AA - Communication studies
Los Angeles City College
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