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Michael Montoya

Albuquerque ,NM

Summary

Proven Security Officer with a solid background in law enforcement and security management, notably with Albuquerque Police Department. Expert in electronic surveillance and personnel screening, complemented by strong investigation documentation skills. Achieved significant reductions in unauthorized access and emergency response times, showcasing exceptional threat assessment and interpersonal communication abilities.

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.

Experienced Security Monitor with quick instincts. Actively monitor surroundings and guards physical, monetary and personnel assets. Establishes policies and action plans to guarantee success and optimal team performance. Solid history training team members on standard protocol when patrolling large crowds.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Security Officer

Sandia Area
08.2015 - Current
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
  • Checked personnel ID badges and issued temporary credentials to visitors.
  • Reduced vandalism and criminal activity by keeping close eye on premises through personal checks and CCTV monitoring.
  • Performed hourly patrols of building areas, parking lots and facility grounds.
  • Controlled access to property to secure facility and grounds from unauthorized entry.
  • Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
  • Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
  • Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
  • Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.

Security Officer

Evolution Security Services
10.2014 - 08.2015
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
  • Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
  • Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.

Security Officer

Jobcore
04.2014 - 10.2014
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
  • Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
  • Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.

Transport Officer

Albuquerque Police Department
07.2006 - 02.2014
  • Identified appropriate travel routes in accordance with applicable traffic and bulk cargo transportation laws, regulations, protocols, and guidelines.
  • Coordinated schedules and communicated changes to customers.
  • Developed criteria and application instructions for federal and state public transportation programs.
  • Used two-way radios to stay in contact with dispatch and receive last-minute instruction changes.
  • Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
  • Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.

Corrections Officer

Bernalillo County Detention Center
10.2000 - 06.2006
  • Sanctioned regulatory compliance while managing visual inspections, work crew accountability, illegal substance checks and cell assessments.
  • Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
  • Authored incident reports for management on violations and discrepancies.
  • Routinely counted inmates and in response to potential security breaches.
  • Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
  • Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
  • Drove passenger vehicles and trucks to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals, and work sites.

Groundskeeper

TVI
10.1991 - 09.1999
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Designed programs for landscape maintenance, pest management, composting, and other related topics.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
  • Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
  • Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
  • Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
  • Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
  • Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.

Education

High School Diploma -

Robertson High School
Las Vegas, NM

Skills

  • Personnel screening
  • Electronic surveillance
  • Investigation documentation
  • Metal detector operation
  • Premises patrol
  • Arrest procedures
  • Identification verification
  • Firearms expert
  • Report writing
  • General security
  • Surveillance
  • Active shooter training
  • CCTV surveillance
  • Defensive tactics training
  • Shift work experience
  • CCTV monitoring
  • Law enforcement background
  • Weapons training
  • Threat assessment
  • Interior and exterior patrol
  • Criminal law knowledge
  • Security guard license

Timeline

Security Officer

Sandia Area
08.2015 - Current

Security Officer

Evolution Security Services
10.2014 - 08.2015

Security Officer

Jobcore
04.2014 - 10.2014

Transport Officer

Albuquerque Police Department
07.2006 - 02.2014

Corrections Officer

Bernalillo County Detention Center
10.2000 - 06.2006

Groundskeeper

TVI
10.1991 - 09.1999

High School Diploma -

Robertson High School

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