Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
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Lavar Richardson

Lancaster,SC

Summary

Safety-conscious security team member with excellent communication skills and eye for detail. Physically dexterous to monitor premises through advanced security cameras. Skilled at handling and resolving conflicts professionally. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Safety and Security Officer

MUSC
04.2023 - Current
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
  • Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
  • Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
  • Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
  • Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
  • Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.


911 Dispatcher

Chester County Sheriff's Office
02.2014 - Current
  • Followed established protocols for professional handling of emergency situations.
  • Received public emergency and non-emergency calls and supervised response prioritization in order to effectively dispatch official units such as police, fire, and EMS while tracking data in real-time environments.
  • Directed responders using assigned mapping systems for timely emergency attendance.
  • Assessed emergency requests and made quick judgment calls to determine appropriate action.

Police Officer

Great Falls Police Department
08.2020 - 09.2021
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
  • Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
  • Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.

Evidence Technician

Chester Police Department
07.2018 - 08.2020
  • Compiled and maintained records of evidence and results of laboratory tests.
  • Followed strict laboratory safety procedures to ensure safety of personnel and evidence.
  • Attended and examined scenes of crimes.
  • Extracted, identified and quantified toxicology evidence.
  • Carried out laboratory examinations and analysis submitted by law enforcement and examiners.
  • Utilized advanced techniques to identify and analyze evidence.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lancaster High School
Lancaster, SC
05.2005

Skills

  • Crisis management
  • Security training
  • Investigation techniques
  • Customer service
  • Patrol procedures
  • Decision making
  • Surveillance systems
  • Incident management
  • Emergency response
  • Conflict resolution
  • Crime prevention

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 3 staff members.
  • Achieved ranked of lieutenant by completing all job requirements with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Achieved recognition from CEO/COO of MUSC through effectively helping with safely apprehending and returning a mentally Ill eloped patient to the emergency room.

Certification

  • Training - NANI (NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS)
  • Certified in NCIC, E911, EMD, APCO LAW and FIRE, Various fire certifications.
  • CPR and AD certified
  • EVDT

Timeline

Safety and Security Officer

MUSC
04.2023 - Current

Police Officer

Great Falls Police Department
08.2020 - 09.2021

Evidence Technician

Chester Police Department
07.2018 - 08.2020

911 Dispatcher

Chester County Sheriff's Office
02.2014 - Current

High School Diploma -

Lancaster High School
Lavar Richardson