Megan Taualii
Security
Montebello,CA
Summary
Dedicated security supervisor offering several years of experience managing security teams and law enforcement officers. Personable leader comfortable interacting with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds. Versed in training guards on various concepts, patrolling grounds and compiling records based on observations and findings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Supervisor
IPS Nationwide
Irvine, California
07.2021 - Current
- Created schedules for security personnel shift rotations and monitored staffing levels to ensure adequate coverage at all times.
- Maintained records of all incidents that occurred on site including lost and stolen items and unauthorized persons present.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials, equipment, and services related to security operations.
- Collaborated closely with law enforcement agencies to provide assistance during investigations or emergencies.
- Investigated incidents, wrote detailed reports, and made recommendations for improvements in the security program.
- Monitored security operations to ensure compliance with established procedures and standards.
- Supervised access control at all entrance points of the facility, ensuring only authorized personnel are granted entry.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations as they arise by deploying appropriate resources and personnel.
- Conducted regular patrols of the premises to identify potential threats or safety hazards.
- 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.
- Analyzed employee behaviors and identified any suspicious activities or potential breaches in security protocols.
- Provided security team leadership and contributed to on-call duties.
- Led security team and contributed to on-call shifts.
- Recorded required data for incident reports and files.
- Supervised property entrances and exits and monitored employee safety.
- Evaluated performance of security staff and provided constructive feedback.
- Inspected posts and met with subordinates to outline tasks and responsibilities.
- Upheld strict confidentiality regarding sensitive information and security measures.
- Developed and implemented security policies and procedures to enhance safety measures.
- Supervised team of security personnel, ensuring compliance with all safety protocols and procedures.
- Managed access control systems to secure premises and sensitive areas.
- Assessed company security risks and developed actionable solutions to be presented to management.
- Coordinated with law enforcement and emergency responders during security incidents.
- Developed and updated policies to keep employees safe from violence and harassment in workplace.
- Periodically reviewed existing policies and procedures and made recommendations to improve security.
- Participated in continuing education and seminars to learn about latest threats and risk prevention methods.
- Worked efficiently in busy, high-risk settings while maintaining best-in-class standards of excellence for security initiatives.
- Responded immediately to security threats, breaches and emergencies, following proper protocols.
- Improved resource planning and allocation by streamlining security and administrative programs, business management operations, and inventory control.
- Investigated security breaches and took appropriate measures to minimize damage.
Security Officer
TOA
Corona, California
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities.
- Operated communication systems between officers stationed throughout the facility.
- Investigated any suspicious persons or vehicles on premises and contacted appropriate authorities if necessary.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
- Participated in training sessions to stay up-to-date on current security trends and best practices.
- Monitored entrances and exits for unauthorized personnel or prohibited items being brought onto premises.
- Enforced access control measures in accordance with established procedures.
- Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
- Prepared detailed reports regarding daily activities, unusual occurrences, maintenance issues.
- Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
- Provided assistance to other departments as needed such as deliveries from vendors or contractors.
- Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Documented security-related situations and submitted in-depth reports to superiors.
- Searched individuals and baggage for weapons and other prohibited items.
- Enforced security regulations and escorted non-compliant individuals to private areas for processing.
- Observed patrons and customers to quickly address security situations.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Inspected parking lot to verify parking permits and ticketed or towed unauthorized vehicles.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Monitored premises and recorded activity in daily officer reports.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Surveyed property to prevent and identify vandalism or disarmed alarm systems.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Screened visitors and employees for weapons and contraband with hand wands and metal detectors.
- Coordinated with law enforcement and emergency responders during incidents and emergencies.
- Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
- Warned violators of rule infractions and escorted unauthorized persons off premises.
- Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
- Detected emergency situations through keen listening and close observation to respond appropriately to alarms.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
- Patrolled crowds during events to preserve order and promote security.
- Identified suspicious activity to determine appropriate response.
- Reviewed guest identification and employee credentials to authorize entry onto premises.
- Searched bags manually to identify prohibited items and contraband.
- Explained security protocols to employees and guests to promote readiness for emergency situations.
- Maintained calm composure during emergencies while communicating with local law enforcement and emergency response services.
- Operated x-ray and body scanning equipment to prevent prohibited items from being carried onto premises.
- Escorted individuals requiring personal protection to provide safe transport to specified locations.
Skills
- Employee schedule coordination
- Logistics
- Admin
- Security team management
- Security screening
- Skilled in conflict resolution
- Security team leadership
- Access systems and patrol
- Staffing and scheduling
- Threat assessment
- Safety and security regulations
- Security management
- Weapons screening
- Security resource management
- C-cure and S2 knowledge
- Team leadership
- Security training
- Security officer development
- Loss prevention expertise
- Safety and security procedures
- Security officer training
- Policy enforcement
- Personnel supervision
- FLUENT IN Samoan
- CCTV experience
- Company risk mitigation
Timeline
Security Officer - TOA
04.2024 - 09.2024
Security Supervisor - IPS Nationwide
07.2021 - Current
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