Lilgenia Wharton
Okeana,OH
Summary
Experienced security and law enforcement professional with 25+ years supporting safe, controlled environments. Skilled in surveillance monitoring, access control, report writing, and calm incident response. Known for strong judgment, detailed documentation, and effective coordination with staff and emergency teams.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Armed Security Officer
Seton High School
Cincinnati, OH
04.2025 - Current
- Monitored entrances, exits, and visitor activity to enforce access control procedures.
- Patrolled campus grounds to deter unauthorized access and maintain secure school environment.
- Responded quickly to safety concerns, alarms, and suspicious activity with calm judgment.
- Coordinated with school staff to support emergency response and daily security operations.
Police Officer
Cincinnati Police Department
Cincinnati, OH
01.1999 - 04.2025
- Responded to emergency calls, assessed scenes, and secured public safety during critical incidents.
- Conducted arrests, searches, and evidence collection following department procedures and legal standards.
- Patrolled assigned neighborhoods to deter crime and enforce traffic and criminal laws.
- Prepared detailed incident reports, field notes, and case documentation for investigative review.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OHNo Degree - Criminal Justice
Morehead State University
Morehead, KYHigh School Diploma -
McAuley High School
Cincinnati, OH06-1992
Skills
- Public safety
- Defensive equipment handling
- Report writing
- Guest relations
- Computer skills
- Incident documentation
- Surveillance monitoring
- De-escalation techniques
- Crowd control
- Emergency response
- Facility protection
- Background checks
- Perimeter security
- Evidence preservation
- CCTV monitoring
- Crime prevention
- Contraband identification
- Security planning
- De-escalation strategies
- Defensive tactics
- Arrest procedures
- Law enforcement support
- Access control
- Testifying in court
- Staff monitoring
- Less-lethal tactics
- Injury prevention
- Security equipment operation
- Electronic security systems
- First responder experience
- Intelligence gathering
- Staff assistance
- Disturbance investigation
- Counter-terrorism strategies
- Physical fitness
- Crisis intervention
- Firearms safety training
- Alarm response
- Grounds patrols
- Building patrol
- Investigative skills
- Patrol procedures
- Safety control
- Radio communication
- Facilities patrol
- Tactical training
- Vandalism prevention
- Dependability
- Reliability
- Reliability
- Team collaboration
- Firearms operation
- Patrol duties
- Incident reporting
- CPR certified
- Professional demeanor
- Team leadership
- Emergency medical response
- Keen observer
- Client relations
- Security operations experience
- Security regulation enforcement
- Adaptability
- Security camera monitoring
- Cooperation
- Attention to detail
- Criminal law
- Superb surveillance skills
- Theft prevention
- Monitoring
- Law enforcement teamwork
- Active listening
- Detailed activity logs
- Security needs assessment
- Pattern recognition
- Visitor screening
- Criminal case management
- Employee and visitor screening
Timeline
Armed Security Officer
Seton High School
04.2025 - Current
Police Officer
Cincinnati Police Department
01.1999 - 04.2025
No Degree - Criminal Justice
University of Cincinnati
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Morehead State University
High School Diploma -
McAuley High School