Michael Ferrari
Rhinebeck,NY
Summary
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. 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.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
Bard College
04.2022 - Current
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Trained new Security Officers in company policies, ensuring consistent knowledge across the team and adherence to established procedures.
- Ensured proper functioning of security equipment by performing routine inspections, maintenance, and coordinating repairs as needed.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
Security Officer
Columbia Memorial Health
02.2021 - 04.2022
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, and by foot.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Gathered information, identified, and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
Police Officer
New York City Police Department
07.2008 - 10.2017
- Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
- Served as mentor and role model to junior officers.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members.
- Oversaw evidence collection and management to maintain proper chain of custody in criminal cases.
- Rendered aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
Upholsterer
Rocky Point Upholsterers
08.2005 - 07.2008
- Planned and paced work efficiently in order to meet daily, weekly, project, or production goals.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
- Created patterns for manufacturing and samples for trade shows.
- Correctly and safely used variety of hand tools, saws and cutting equipment to carry out job duties.
- Measured, cut and sewed materials to fit specifications.
Deputy Sheriff
Lee County Sheriff's Department
07.1997 - 08.2005
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Identified suspicious activity and conducted interviews with witnesses to build cases.
- Interviewed criminal targets and witnesses to uncover facts for verification and authentication.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Observed jail and inmate activity to maintain order and safety of inmates and guards.
Upholsterer
Rocky Point Upholstery
09.1986 - 08.1997
- Fixed webbing and springs on seats.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
- Stretched and tacked fabric into place.
- Padded seats and arms with batting and cardboard.
- Measured, cut and sewed materials to fit specifications.
- Correctly and safely used variety of hand tools, saws and cutting equipment to carry out job duties.
- Created patterns for manufacturing and samples for trade shows.
Education
Associates - Criminal Justice
Briar Cliff College
Patchogue, NYEducation
SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NYSkills
- Screening Wands
- Criminal Law Knowledge
- Superior Customer Service
- Criminal Records Searches
- Report Writing
- Theft Prevention Training
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Conflict De-Escalation
- Safety and Security
- Crisis Intervention Training
- Interior and Exterior Patrol
- Risk Analysis Training
- Superb Surveillance Skills
- Premises Patrols
- Checkpoint Management
- Control Crowd
- Foot and Vehicle Patrol
- Investigative Skills
- Security Guard License
- Drive Vehicles
- Collaborate with Law Enforcement
Certification
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
Timeline
Security Officer
Bard College
04.2022 - Current
Security Officer
Columbia Memorial Health
02.2021 - 04.2022
Police Officer
New York City Police Department
07.2008 - 10.2017
Upholsterer
Rocky Point Upholsterers
08.2005 - 07.2008
Deputy Sheriff
Lee County Sheriff's Department
07.1997 - 08.2005
Upholsterer
Rocky Point Upholstery
09.1986 - 08.1997
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
Associates - Criminal Justice
Briar Cliff College
Education
SUNY Stony Brook
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