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Melinda Sims

Whitwell,TN

Summary

Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Skilled in training and coaching security team members to achieve high standards of security across the board. Experienced in conducting patrols, performing screenings, and reviewing CCTV footage for signs of suspicious activity.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Security Supervisor

GardaWorld Security
Nashville, TN
11.2023 - Current
  • Maintained records of all incidents that occurred on site including lost and stolen items and unauthorized persons present.
  • Investigated incidents, wrote detailed reports, and made recommendations for improvements in the security program.
  • Interacted regularly with other departments within the organization to promote collaboration between teams.
  • Ensured security staff is properly trained and certified in accordance with company policies and local regulations.
  • Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance cameras.
  • Monitored and authorized employee and guest access to guard against theft.
  • Provided ongoing coaching, feedback, development opportunities, discipline when necessary to ensure employees are meeting expectations.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations as they arise by deploying appropriate resources and personnel.
  • Supervised property entrances and exits and monitored employee safety.
  • Supervised access control at all entrance points of the facility, ensuring only authorized personnel are granted entry.
  • Recorded required data for incident reports and files.
  • Monitored security operations to ensure compliance with established procedures and standards.
  • Conducted regular patrols of the premises to identify potential threats or safety hazards.
  • Responded immediately to security threats, breaches and emergencies, following proper protocols.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.

Security Officer

Security Engineers Inc.
Chattanooga, TN
06.2022 - 10.2023
  • Reported safety hazards for remediation response.
  • Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
  • Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises.
  • Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
  • Completed incident reports to record security or loss prevention incidents.
  • Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
  • Searched individuals and baggage for weapons and other prohibited items.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dade County High School
Trenton, GA
05-1998

Some College (No Degree) - Health Care

Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, GA

Skills

  • Weapons Screening
  • Security Screening
  • Daily Status Reports
  • Security Team Leadership
  • Fluent in English
  • Skilled in Conflict Resolution
  • CCTV Experience
  • Asset Protection
  • Security Personnel Training
  • CCTV Monitoring
  • Safety and Security Procedures
  • X-Ray Hi-Scan Training

Certification

  • CNA
  • Phlebotomy
  • Security Officer

Timeline

Security Supervisor

GardaWorld Security
11.2023 - Current

Security Officer

Security Engineers Inc.
06.2022 - 10.2023

High School Diploma -

Dade County High School

Some College (No Degree) - Health Care

Georgia Northwestern Technical College

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