Lacole Dotson
Irvington,NJ
Summary
Security-focused and diligent Guard skilled at protecting personnel and premises. Responds and acts appropriately to situational assessments, including criminal acts and fire and medical emergencies remaining alert, attentive and vigilant at all times. Anticipates trouble and takes steps to intervene and diffuse using keen eye for detail.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
WatchGuard
02.2024 - Current
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Decreased instances of theft, vandalism, and trespassing through diligent observation and reporting suspicious activities.
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
04.2020 - 01.2024
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Trained new Security Officers in company policies, ensuring consistent knowledge across the team and adherence to established procedures.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
Education
BA - Criminal Justice
Kean University
Union, NJ06.2026
Skills
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Security camera monitoring
- Incident Reporting
- CCTV Monitoring
- Verbal and written communication
- Security procedures knowledge
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Sensitive information handling
Certification
- SORA
- OSHA 30 Certified
- Forklift Certification
- New Jersey Driver's License
Timeline
Security Officer
WatchGuard
02.2024 - Current
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
04.2020 - 01.2024
BA - Criminal Justice
Kean University
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