Mary J Johnson
South Holland,IL
Summary
Resourceful Security Officer Supervisor experienced in strategic security planning, team leadership, and risk management. Achieved effective safety measures through critical thinking, problem-solving, and strong communication skills. Focused on ensuring security and safety while maintaining detailed logs and exercising sound judgment during emergencies.
Overview
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Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer Supervisor inspector
Palamerican Security
Alsip, Illinois
07.2023 - 08.2026
- Supervised security officers during Palamerican Security site patrols and post coverage
- Monitored access control procedures across Palamerican Security client locations
- Inspected incident reports and daily logs for completeness and accuracy
- Coordinated emergency response actions with staff, clients, and first responders
- Trained new officers on Palamerican Security standards and post orders
- Scheduled shifts and assigned coverage based on site needs
- Enforced company policies, safety rules, and uniform standards
- Documented incidents, visitor activity, and security concerns in reports
- Developed and implemented training programs for security officers on safety protocols and emergency response procedures.
- Provided direction and guidance to staff in the performance of their duties.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and coordinated with law enforcement agencies.
- Inspected physical security controls such as locks, gates, fences, lighting, alarm systems.
- Ensured proper implementation of all access control systems including CCTV monitoring equipment.
- Participated in interviews for new hires as well as disciplinary hearings for existing personnel.
- Investigated reported criminal activity occurring within the facility or grounds.
- Interacted regularly with other departments in order to ensure a secure environment for customers and employees.
- Monitored security personnel activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Supervised the development of security plans, strategies, and practices for assigned areas.
- Performed periodic audits of equipment usage and inventory levels to ensure accuracy at all times.
- Ensured safety of personnel and premises by conducting regular inspections and patrols. by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Supervised and authorized entry of employees, visitors or authorized persons.
- Mentored employees in handling issues with customers, tenants and other individuals.
- Inspected Palamerican Security sites for access control compliance and safety hazards.
- Reported security breaches and maintenance issues to supervisors promptly.
- Coordinated with site staff during emergencies and security responses.
- Reviewed patrol routes and inspection procedures for Palamerican Security operations. Etc
Security Officer
Titan Security Services
Chicago, Illinois
04.2022 - 07.2024
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Patrolled Titan Security Services sites and monitored entrances for safety concerns.
- Monitored entrances and exits for unauthorized personnel or prohibited items being brought onto premises.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
- Observed CCTV feeds and reported suspicious activity to supervisors.
- Investigated any suspicious persons or vehicles on premises and contacted appropriate authorities if necessary.
- Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required.
- Directed guests and employees during building access and safety checks.
- Communicated with local authorities and Titan Security Services management during incidents.
- Reported safety hazards for remediation response.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies, and regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities.
- Monitored premises and recorded activity in daily officer reports.
- Completed incident reports to record security or loss prevention incidents.
- Prepared detailed reports regarding daily activities, unusual occurrences, maintenance issues.
- Assisted with crowd control during large events held at the facility.
- Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
- Confirmed visitor identification prior to granting entry into the building.
- Observed patrons and customers to quickly address security situations.
- Participated in training sessions to stay up-to-date on current security trends and best practices.
- Inspected parking lot to verify parking permits and ticketed or towed unauthorized vehicles.
- Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises.
- Performed first aid and CPR when necessary during emergency situations.
- Inspected fire extinguishers to ensure they were properly charged and operational.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
Education
Manley Hugh High School
Chicago, ILSkills
- Access control systems
- CCTV monitoring
- Incident reporting
- Emergency response
- Security scheduling
- Patrol procedures
- Site inspections
- Loss prevention
- Threat assessment
- Report writing
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Decision making
- Access control
- Policy enforcement
- Security training
- Incident investigation
- Risk analysis
- Security management
- Alarm monitoring
- Surveillance systems
- Detail orientation
- Physical security
- Patrol supervision
- CCTV operation
- Crisis management
- Work ethic
- Grounds monitoring
- Advanced surveillance
- Workplace safety
- Reliability
- First aid administration
- Legible report writing
- Visitor management
- Interpreting procedures and instructions
- Dispatch
- Background checks
- Asset protection
- Access badge distribution
- Crowd control
- First aid certified
- Security operations experience
Certification
Security Training Center, Illinois.LLC
State of Illinois 28 hours revolver and semi automatic armed security training diploma September 4Th 2026
Timeline
Security Officer Supervisor inspector
Palamerican Security
07.2023 - 08.2026
Security Officer
Titan Security Services
04.2022 - 07.2024
Manley Hugh High School