Mekhi Mays
Inglewood,CA
Summary
Passionate and highly motivated Sociology graduate with a robust background as a former NCAA Division 1 student-athlete. Seeking to leverage teamwork, discipline, and communication skills and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Passionate about community service and youth empowerment. Eagerly ready to contribute to initiatives that enhance residents' well-being while achieving financial stability and career growth within a supportive and dynamic environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
Contemporary Security Corporation
12.2022 - Current
- Managed/Secured High Activity Areas (Stadiums, Concert Halls, Private Residence
- Private Security Personnel for Taylor Swift Era Tour 2023.
- Hold a California Guard Card, providing security services for VIP/private clientele
- Maintained a safe environment through surveillance monitoring and patrolling
- Enforced security protocols, responded to emergencies, and removed unauthorized individuals
- Conducted investigations and operated surveillance equipment to identify threats.
NCAA Division 1 Student-Athlete
CSULB
08.2019 - 05.2024
- Achieved #3 All Time in the 200m and #6 All Time in the 100m
- 2023 NCAA 1st Round West Regional Qualifier
- 2023 Big West Men's 200m Champion (20.85)
- 2023 Big West Men’s 4x100m Champion (39.71)
- 2023 Big West Academic All-Star.
Retail Associate
Living Spaces
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Hung over 1000+ pieces of furniture equipment (Over 60lbs)
- Forklift Operator
- Familiar with heavy machinery
- Crafting
- Handled material loading/unloading and moved items within the warehouse
- Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to transport merchandise
- Checked packages for damage and maintained accurate inventory records
- Provided friendly customer service and ensured timely order fulfillment.
Assistant Track Coach
PUSH Track Club
03.2019 - 05.2019
- Assisted Head Coach in teaching running mechanics to children aged 8-12
- Provided one-on-one training, ensuring safety and effectiveness during exercises
- Led group coaching sessions, offering constructive feedback to improve performance
- Developed rapport with clients, providing ongoing support to achieve their goals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
California State University, Long Beach
1250 N Bellflower Blvd. Long Beach, CA 9084005.2024
Skills
- Effective Interaction with Diverse Cultures
- Approachability and Coachability
- Reliability and Strong Communication
- Crowd Control and Perimeter Patrol
- Health and Safety Standards Compliance
- Proficiency with Metal Detectors and Pat-Down Searches
- CCTV Monitoring and Facility Protection
- Strong Work Ethic
- Strategic Thinking
- Coachability
- Team player mentality
- Sportsmanship
- Flexibility
- Time Management
- Leadership Development
- Athletic training and coaching
- Visualization techniques
- Media Relations
- Performance Improvement
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Physical Fitness
Accomplishments
- Secured more than $5,000 in annual sponsorship contracts.
- Collaborated with team of 12 in the development of our Team Talent Show.
- Ranked regionally in the top Top 50 in 200m event.
Volunteer Activities And Awards
- Bryan Ramirez Scholarship
- North Long Beach Food Drive
- Hub-City Cleanup
- Center of Hope LA Food Drive
- Back to School Supply Giveaway, Compton, CA
- Goodwill/The Power of Work Awards Dinner
- St. Joseph Elementary 100th Day Celebration
- A Few Good Men Auction
- BEACH California Cleanup Day
- Long Beach Marathon
- Project Optimism, Feeding the Homeless
Affiliations
- Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.
- National Scholastic Honors Society Student
Certification
California 24 Hour- Guard Card
Timeline
Security Officer
Contemporary Security Corporation
12.2022 - Current
Retail Associate
Living Spaces
06.2021 - 08.2021
NCAA Division 1 Student-Athlete
CSULB
08.2019 - 05.2024
Assistant Track Coach
PUSH Track Club
03.2019 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
California State University, Long Beach
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