MALAZHA ATKINSON
Paterson
Summary
Talented security professional skilled at conducting building patrols, securing entrances and exits and keeping visitors under constant surveillance. Skilled in writing reports, updating records and handling simultaneous tasks in fast-paced settings. 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. 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
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Premier Security Services
Wayne, NJ
12.2022 - 12.2024
- Cultivated a welcoming atmosphere by greeting guests courteously and prioritizing safety.
- Performed regular patrols in key areas to detect and manage security issues.
- Verified identification of individuals at facility entrances to restrict unauthorized access.
- Utilized handheld metal detectors and surveillance equipment for thorough screening of visitors.
- Maintained accurate logs of daily activities, incidents, and safety inspections.
- Implemented security protocols and trained new staff on best practices for emergency response.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
Security Officer
Motivated Security Services
Paterson, NJ
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Monitored security systems and conducted regular patrols to ensure safety of premises.
- Responded swiftly to incidents, assessing situations and coordinating appropriate responses.
Security Officer
GuardEx Security Services
Paterson, NJ
04.2021 - 11.2021
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Regulated vehicle and pedestrian traffic onto building grounds.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
Sales Associate
Walmart
Teterboro, NJ
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Eastside High School
Paterson, NJ06.2015
Skills
- Crime Prevention Methods
- Theft Prevention Training
- Screening Wands
- Safety and Security
- Surveillance
- Foot Patrol
- Report Writing
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Report writing
- Security guard license
- Incident reporting
- CCTV surveillance
- CCTV monitoring
Timeline
Security Officer
Premier Security Services
12.2022 - 12.2024
Security Officer
Motivated Security Services
01.2022 - 12.2022
Security Officer
GuardEx Security Services
04.2021 - 11.2021
Sales Associate
Walmart
08.2018 - 06.2019
High School Diploma - undefined
Eastside High School