Myesha Stanford Lathan
Mundelein,IL
Summary
Highly creative and professional individual with a proven track record of successfully managing projects from concept to development. Qualified Security Officer with valuable experience in maintaining safety for campus grounds and facilities. Expertise in roving control and entrance control, excelling at remaining calm in high-pressure situations and effectively handling difficult individuals. Strong customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Dedicated employee committed to providing every customer with a positive and memorable experience. Skilled Sales Associate driving high sales during both slow and busy shifts. Known for organizational skills and patience in handling customer complaints and replenishing stock. Flexible and outgoing team player commended for honesty and integrity in interactions with customers, team members, and supervisors.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer/ Supervisor
Kates Detective & Security Agency
01.2022 - 08.2024
- Monitored security personnel activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures
- Supervised the development of security plans, strategies, and practices for assigned areas
- Conducted investigations into alleged violations of security regulations or procedures
- Implemented corrective measures when necessary based on investigation results
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and coordinated with law enforcement agencies as needed
- Investigated any reported criminal activity occurring within the facility or grounds
- Participated in interviews for new hires as well as disciplinary hearings for existing personnel.
Security Officer
Tactical Security
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Patrol and monitor the facility of CDT
- Make sure all employees have their parking permits and direct them to the right parking area
- Clock in and out through phone provided.
Security Officer
Kard Protection Group
10.2018 - 05.2019
- 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.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
Security Guard
Securitas Security Services USA, Inc
05.2018 - 10.2018
- Conducted daily security patrols of assigned areas
- Enforced safety regulations and monitored access control points
- Responded to alarms, emergencies, and disturbances
- Inspected buildings for fire hazards, unsafe conditions, or unauthorized persons
- Maintained order during special events such as concerts and conferences
- Observed surveillance cameras for any suspicious activity or intruders
- Provided customer service assistance to staff and visitors in a professional manner
- Issued visitor badges and access cards to authorized personnel.
Unarmed Security Guard
Chicago Professional Security
05.2017 - 09.2017
- Conducted daily security checks of the premises, equipment, and vehicles
- Performed foot patrols around the property to ensure safety and security of personnel and visitors
- Observed all entrances for any signs of criminal activities or trespassers.
Tank Operator
Able Electropolishing
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Followed safety procedures when loading or unloading materials into the tankers
- Performed daily checks of all mechanical systems in order to ensure safe operation of the tankers
- Monitored material flow and temperature or pressure gauges to verify optimal processing conditions.
Housekeeper
Congress Plaza Hotel
07.2015 - 12.2016
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks
- Changed bed linens and towels, tidied up rooms
- Stocked amenities such as soap, shampoo and toilet paper in guest rooms
- Replenished supplies such as drinking glasses and coffee cups in guest rooms
- Responded to requests from guests regarding housekeeping needs
- Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.
Sales Associate
Rainbow Shops
10.2015 - 03.2016
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
Merchandiser
SAS
04.2015 - 10.2015
- Regularly monitored store shelves to ensure product availability, restocking and rotating
- Organized displays according to company standards and specifications
- Assisted customers with locating desired items within store locations
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment at all times.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chicago Vocational Career Academy
Chicago, IL06.2013
Skills
- Microsoft Office (7 years)
- Training (3 years)
- Security
- Time Management
- Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Inventory
- Customer Service
- Communications
- Sales
- Organizational Skills
- Training and development
- Client-focused
- Quick learner
- File/records maintenance
- CCTV Monitoring
- Firearms Expertise
- Financial records and processing
- Computer proficient
Certification
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR
- PERC Card
- Foid
- 20 Hour Security Training Certification
- Armed Training Certification
Timeline
Security Officer/ Supervisor
Kates Detective & Security Agency
01.2022 - 08.2024
Security Officer
Tactical Security
08.2020 - 12.2021
Security Officer
Kard Protection Group
10.2018 - 05.2019
Security Guard
Securitas Security Services USA, Inc
05.2018 - 10.2018
Unarmed Security Guard
Chicago Professional Security
05.2017 - 09.2017
Tank Operator
Able Electropolishing
01.2017 - 05.2017
Sales Associate
Rainbow Shops
10.2015 - 03.2016
Housekeeper
Congress Plaza Hotel
07.2015 - 12.2016
Merchandiser
SAS
04.2015 - 10.2015
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR
- PERC Card
- Foid
- 20 Hour Security Training Certification
- Armed Training Certification
High School Diploma -
Chicago Vocational Career Academy
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