Nels Hansen
Summary
Efficient and organized surveillance professional with 40+ years experience in security and safety compliance, with extensive security training. Security Officer who upholds high ethical standards, including honesty and integrity with supervisors, employees, and customers, regarding suspicious events and security questions. Uses commonsense and is a self-motivated, team player. Can work under minimal supervision, comfortable making arrests, detaining suspects, responding to disturbance calls, and impounding vehicles.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Patrol Officer
Post Alarm Systems & Patrol Services
05.2025 - Current
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Investigated suspicious activities, deterring potential criminal behavior and maintaining community security.
- Responded to emergency calls, providing timely assistance and reducing incident escalation.
- Improved response times to incidents by optimizing patrol routes.
- Reduced neighborhood crime rates through strategic surveillance and patrolling.
- Analyzed crime trends, contributing to development of targeted patrol strategies.
Lead Security Officer
Huntington Hospital
10.2017 - 11.2024
- Provide security services such as fire/life safety systems, monitoring and dispatch services. Perform patrols of hospital property, answer calls for service and documenting activities and incident responses. Perform relief shift supervision duties in absence of the shift supervisor. Provide training and guidance to newly hired officers. Assist in ongoing training with department personnel. Responsible for conducting monthly fire drills throughout campus.
Hotel Detective
Marriott Hotel
06.1987 - 06.2018
- Provided protection for physical assets/properties, employees, and guests, by ensuring that sensitive areas were always secure. Investigated suspicious activity within the hotel and back of house. Responded to accidents and incidents at the hotel. Maintained detailed, written reports of incidents, while following policies and procedures. Patrolled all areas of the hotel, and back of house, for fire and safety hazards, including public areas and stairwell access, reporting all safety hazards to appropriate personnel. Stored and maintained logs of all “lost and found” items located in the hotel or back of house. Maintained working relationship with local law enforcement agencies, and fire and safety departments. Performed other job-related duties as assigned.
Patrol Officer
ADT Security Services, Inc.
04.2016 - 10.2017
- Investigated suspicious vehicles and/or individuals. Watched for fires in surrounding hillsides or homes. Conducted patrols to discourage intruders. Responded to alarm activations. Conducted residential and commercial perimeter checks. Reported burned out streetlights or signals. Provided traffic control at area accidents. Reunited lost pets with owners. Reported downed trees or debris after storms. Reported on leaky water mains. Promptly reported graffiti. Removed illegally placed signs. Maintained relationships with local police and fire departments, including regular updates on current/local crime, events and trends.
Security Officer
Guardian Eagle Security
11.2015 - 04.2016
- Patrolled industrial and commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates. Answered alarms and investigated disturbances. Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons, so as to guard against theft and maintain security of the premises. Wrote reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment and/or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual occurrences. Contacted the police and/or fire department in case of emergency, or as necessary.
Security Officer
RMI International
04.2014 - 07.2015
- Responsible for screening, directing, and monitoring visitors entering and exiting the office building for the purpose of attending hearings with the Department of Transportation (DOT). Conducted security screening of visitors by using metal-detecting wand, as well as visual inspection of personal belongings, including contents of pockets, briefcases, purses, backpacks, etc. Provided protection of all Los Angeles City personnel, visitors, vendors, resources, and property monitor camera system (CCTV). Secured and patrolled office buildings to ensure all doors were locked, and that all alarm systems were properly armed. Responded, reported, and documented all disturbances on post. Maintained a daily log of activities; prepared incident reports as needed.
Security Officer
Los Angeles World Airports
06.1991 - 04.2013
- Monitored and directed vehicular and pedestrian traffic at major entryways and various terminals. Prevented loitering on premises and removed objectionable persons when needed. Patrolled assigned areas to identify motor vehicles parked in violation of municipal and California vehicle codes. Conducted preliminary investigations and prepared needed reports. Impounded and issued citations to vehicles in violation of parking regulations as needed. Responded to calls for injuries and called EMS if necessary. Worked in tandem with Los Angeles Airport Police, and Los Angeles Police Departments.
Education
Supervisor Certificate -
IAHSS International Association Healthcare Security and Safety
12.2021
Avade Level III - Defensive Tactics and Techniques
12.2021
Advance Officer Certificate - undefined
IAHSS International Association Healthcare Security and Safety
10.2021
Basic Officer Certificate - undefined
IAHSS International Association Healthcare Security and Safety
09.2019
Certificate: P.C. 832 & P.O.S.T. TRAINING - undefined
Rio Hondo College
Whittier, CA01.2007
Certificate: P.C. 832 Modules I & III - undefined
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA01.1996
Certificate: Administration of Justice & Criminal Law - Criminology
Los Angeles Valley College
Los Angeles, CA01.1985
High School Diploma - undefined
Van Nuys High School
Los Angeles, CA01.1983
Skills
- PC 832 Training
- CCW Permits Utah and Arizona California
- First Aid/CPR AED Certified
- Level III Reserve
- SB 1626 School Security Guard
- ECD/Taser Certified
- Integrity and honesty
Timeline
Patrol Officer
Post Alarm Systems & Patrol Services
05.2025 - Current
Lead Security Officer
Huntington Hospital
10.2017 - 11.2024
Patrol Officer
ADT Security Services, Inc.
04.2016 - 10.2017
Security Officer
Guardian Eagle Security
11.2015 - 04.2016
Security Officer
RMI International
04.2014 - 07.2015
Security Officer
Los Angeles World Airports
06.1991 - 04.2013
Hotel Detective
Marriott Hotel
06.1987 - 06.2018
Avade Level III - Defensive Tactics and Techniques
Advance Officer Certificate - undefined
IAHSS International Association Healthcare Security and Safety
Basic Officer Certificate - undefined
IAHSS International Association Healthcare Security and Safety
Certificate: P.C. 832 & P.O.S.T. TRAINING - undefined
Rio Hondo College
Certificate: P.C. 832 Modules I & III - undefined
Pasadena City College
Certificate: Administration of Justice & Criminal Law - Criminology
Los Angeles Valley College
High School Diploma - undefined
Van Nuys High School
Supervisor Certificate -
IAHSS International Association Healthcare Security and Safety
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