Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Organizations
References
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Mercedeez Hester

Canton,MI

Summary

Seasoned Account Manager with a proven track record in Security Services, excelling in client relationship building and project management. Expert in enhancing operational effectiveness and leading teams to exceed required expectations. Demonstrates leadership through effective team training and customer service excellence.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Youth Worker

Washtenaw County Children's Services
Ann Arbor, MI
06.2024 - Current
  • Provides supervision and direction to youth as they participate in daily living activities.
  • Provides security and safety for assigned youth by following established program procedures, daily routines and maintaining youth within line of sight at all times.
  • Maintains Control Station, taking incoming calls and logging information, etc.
  • Checks for contraband in rooms and detention area.
  • Maintains and enforces detention rules and regulations.
  • Communicates information concerning daily activity of youth to oncoming shift.
  • Participates in programs and scheduled recreational activities with youth on shift.
  • Tends to emergency medical situations notifying proper staff, contacting ambulance, etc.
  • Facilitates daily educational life skills and Rational Behavior Training (RBT) groups.

Account Manager

GardaWorld Security Services
Brownstown, MI
04.2024 - Current
  • Maintain a safe and secure environment at Amazon Fulfillment Center by managing the security services and related operations provided to an assigned security team
  • Built and maintained productive relationships with customers and internal partners.
  • Identified customer needs by asking questions and advising on best solutions.
  • Responsibilities include client service, problem resolution, service enhancement and expansion, new business development, operational effectiveness, preparation of post orders, staffing, scheduling, supervision and training
  • Assists in the submission of payroll and personnel information to the company as designated

Account Manger

Securitas Security Services USA
Romulus, MI
07.2019 - 04.2024
  • Maintain a safe and secure environment at Amazon Fulfillment Center by managing the security services and related operations provided to an assigned security team
  • Built and maintained productive relationships with customers and internal partners.
  • Identified customer needs by asking questions and advising on best solutions.
  • Responsibilities include client service, problem resolution, service enhancement and expansion, new business development, operational effectiveness, preparation of post orders, staffing, scheduling, supervision and training
  • Assists in the submission of payroll and personnel information to the company as designated

Education

Master of Science - Criminal Justice, Criminology

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
12-2024

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
01.2019

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Wayne County Community College District
Belleville, MI
01.2017

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Project Management
  • Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Coordinating Paperwork
  • Client Relationship Building
  • Multi-Task Management
  • Database Management
  • Goal-Oriented
  • Proficient in Technology
  • Team Training
  • CPR/AED
  • Electronic Monitoring
  • Counseling
  • Youth Mentoring
  • Report Writing
  • Behavioral Counseling

Organizations

Criminal Justice Association, FCCLA (Family Career Community Leaders of America)

References

Douglas Preuss 

District Manager

3 Parklane Blvd #1130, Dearborn, Michigan 48126

(313) 404-5662

Alex Mckay  

Customer Service Manager 

26555 Evergreen Rd STE 850, Southfield, MI 48076

(947) 241-8237

Timeline

Youth Worker

Washtenaw County Children's Services
06.2024 - Current

Account Manager

GardaWorld Security Services
04.2024 - Current

Account Manger

Securitas Security Services USA
07.2019 - 04.2024

Master of Science - Criminal Justice, Criminology

Wayne State University

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Western Michigan University

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Wayne County Community College District
Mercedeez Hester