Lydia Johnston
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Demonstrates keen awareness of surroundings and interpersonal dynamics, leveraging insights from body language and vocal tone to assess authenticity in communication. Committed to personal growth and understanding of diverse behaviors, fostering a foundation of character built on integrity, loyalty, and ethical standards. Strives for excellence and values self-worth, ensuring alignment with principles of dignity and respect in all professional interactions.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
G4S Secure Solutions
06.2016 - 02.2023
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security compliance.
- Conducted regular patrols, identifying and addressing potential hazards.
- Responded promptly to incidents, implementing appropriate emergency protocols.
- Assisted in training new security personnel on procedures and policies.
- Maintained detailed logs of daily activities and security incidents for reporting purposes.
- Implemented access control measures to safeguard restricted areas effectively.
- Collaborated with law enforcement during investigations and incident responses.
- Evaluated existing security protocols, recommending enhancements to improve overall effectiveness.
- 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.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
- 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.
- Responded effectively to emergencies or disturbances, prioritizing the safety of personnel while minimizing property damage or loss.
- 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.
- Managed access control systems efficiently, ensuring accurate records of employee badges for restricted areas were maintained at all times.
- Conducted thorough investigations into security incidents, documenting findings, and recommending appropriate actions.
- Enhanced security measures by staying up-to-date on industry best practices, attending training sessions, and obtaining relevant certifications.
- Reduced incident response times by implementing efficient emergency procedures and collaborating with local law enforcement agencies.
- Ensured proper functioning of security equipment by performing routine inspections, maintenance, and coordinating repairs as needed.
- Created a culture of safety awareness among employees through regular presentations and communication on security issues.
- Assisted in developing comprehensive security policies to address potential risks and protect company assets.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- 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.
- Recorded observations and occurrences and interviewed witnesses to complete and submit incident report.
- Issued access cards to authorized personnel to monitor access points.
- Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
- Leveraged physical or verbal techniques to investigate suspicious activities and resolve concerns.
- Conducted training sessions for new security personnel to facilitate compliance with security protocols.
Education
No Degree - Fashion Design
Bates Technical College
Tacoma, WAHigh School Diploma -
George W Wingate HS
Brooklyn, NY07-1981
Skills
Report writing
Incident reporting
Security guard license
General security
CCTV surveillance
CCTV monitoring
Superior customer service
Surveillance
Emergency response
Access control
Patrol operations
Complex Problem-solving
Security screenings
Conflict de-escalation
FLUENT IN LANGUAGE
Visitor tracking
Stationary surveillance
Metal detector operation
Crime prevention
Threat assessment
Screening wands
Work ethic
Workplace safety
Verbal and written communication
Reliability
Punctuality
Security protocols
Security camera monitoring
First aid certified
ID verification
Emergency awareness
Event security
English fluency
Perimeter security
Security operations experience
Section name
- 4953 South Orchard
- Tacoma washington
- Email: lydiaj909@gmail.com
- September 28, 2018
- Dawn Douglas
- Account Manager
- Securitas Security Services USA
- Dear Ms. Douglas
- I am writing to provide you with my formal notice of resignation from Securitas. My last day will be October 12, 2018, two weeks from today.
- This was not an easy decision to make, and I appreciate your support over the course of my employment at Securitas. I truly value the experience, training, and knowledge I gained over the past 2 years. It has been a pleasure working with you and the team.
- Please let me know how I can help during this transition. I wish you all the best as the company continues to grow.
- Sincerely
Certification
Georgia State Department of DFHS
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Timeline
Security Officer
G4S Secure Solutions
06.2016 - 02.2023
Georgia State Department of DFHS
08-2013
No Degree - Fashion Design
Bates Technical College
High School Diploma -
George W Wingate HS