Lakisha Ricks
Birmingham
Summary
Area Security Supervisor with extensive experience at Murray Guard Security, adept at enhancing safety protocols and leading security teams. Proven track record in incident response and staff training, fostering a culture of professionalism and vigilance. Skilled in CCTV monitoring and conflict resolution, ensuring optimal security operations across multiple locations.
Knowledgeable security officer with background in overseeing security operations and ensuring safety of personnel and property. Proven ability to manage emergency situations and implement effective security protocols. Demonstrated leadership and communication skills in training and supervising security teams.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Security Supervisor
Murray Guard Security
Homewood, AL
11.2013 - 07.2021
- Supervised and trained security personnel to ensure compliance with company policies.
- Conducted regular site inspections to identify vulnerabilities and implement corrective actions.
- Developed and enforced security protocols to enhance safety measures across multiple locations.
- Coordinated incident response efforts, ensuring timely communication with local law enforcement.
- Implemented staff scheduling systems to optimize resource allocation and reduce overtime costs.
- Conducted regular patrols of facility to detect and deter security threats.
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Monitored alarm systems and CCTV footage to enable prompt attention and response.
- Prepared and submitted reports to keep management informed of security activities and developments.
- Coordinated with security personnel or other departments to establish safety of visitors and staff.
- Oversaw team of security officers and managed scheduling and performance evaluations.
- Screened vendors and contractors before granting access to restricted areas within mall.
- Monitored and approved access control systems for accessibility to authorized personnel.
- Participated in the hiring process for new security personnel, conducting interviews and evaluating candidate qualifications to build an effective team.
- Evaluated existing emergency plans, making updates as needed to address changes in facility layout or emerging threats.
- Evaluated and upgraded security technology solutions to improve monitoring capabilities.
- Collaborated with management to assess risk assessments and develop strategic security initiatives.
- Led training sessions on emergency preparedness and conflict resolution for security team members.
- Closely monitored alarm systems, responding promptly to alerts and coordinating appropriate action when necessary.
- Managed a team of security officers, providing guidance, support, and performance evaluations to ensure a high level of professionalism.
- Improved employee safety by conducting regular training sessions on emergency procedures and proper use of security equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, Alabama, AL05-2008
Skills
- Team leadership
- CCTV monitoring
- Staff management
- Security personnel training
- Safety and security procedures
- Security management
- CCTV experience
- Patrol operations
- Security team management
- Daily incident reporting
- Staffing and scheduling
- Emergency response
- Skilled in conflict resolution
- Personnel supervision
- Emergency management
- Safety and security regulations
- Surveillance
- Access control
- Report analysis
- Incident investigation
- Policy enforcement
- Security planning
- Relationship building and management
- Site visits
- Staff hiring
- Report generation
- Security officer development
- Investigative procedures
- Dispatch
Timeline
Area Security Supervisor
Murray Guard Security
11.2013 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Jacksonville State University