Paola A Gaviria
Queen,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.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Badging Officer
GardaWorld Security
05.2022 - Current
- Developed user-friendly instructional materials for self-service badging kiosks.
- Contributed to risk assessments by providing expert insights on potential vulnerabilities related to physical access controls.
- Adapted quickly to updates in technology, learning new software programs as required for efficient badge creation and management tasks.
- Collaborated with HR to verify employee information, ensuring accurate records for all personnel.
- Managed inventory of supplies, keeping adequate stock levels to support daily operations without interruption.
- Implemented quality control measures to reduce errors in badge issuance.
- Maintained a secure environment by promptly deactivating lost or stolen badges.
- Trained new Badging Officers, sharing best practices to maintain consistency across the team.
- Assisted with investigations into security breaches, providing relevant badge access data as needed.
- Resolved disputes between employees or contractors regarding their access privileges, maintaining a professional and impartial approach to decisionmaking.
Security Guard
GardaWorld Security
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Remained calm, assertive and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
Teacher Assistant
Stepping Stone Day School
06.2018 - 03.2020
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.
Child Caretaker
Claudia Pena Daycare
07.2016 - 08.2016
- Assisted with activities to support curriculum objectives.
- Distributed food, napkins and beverages in preparation for snack time.
- Led children in creative, athletic and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Observed children to proactively identify issues with emotional or physical development and worked with parents and supervisors to address concerns.
Secretary's Assistant
Puppy Paws
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing and filing documents.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Communicated with customers via phone and email to confirm deliveries and respond to inquiries.
Education
John Jay College of Criminal Justice of The City University of New York
LIU Post
09.2019
Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts High School
09.2017
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Microsoft Office
- Safety and Security
- File and Records Management
- Document Preparation
- Microsoft Excel
- Critical Thinking
- Standards of Excellence
Additional Information
President's Education Awards Program - June 2017
Arts Endorsed - June 2017
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- FO1,3 and 4
- Security Licenes
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Security Badging Officer
GardaWorld Security
05.2022 - Current
Security Guard
GardaWorld Security
05.2022 - 12.2023
Teacher Assistant
Stepping Stone Day School
06.2018 - 03.2020
Child Caretaker
Claudia Pena Daycare
07.2016 - 08.2016
Secretary's Assistant
Puppy Paws
01.2016 - 06.2016
LIU Post
Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts High School
John Jay College of Criminal Justice of The City University of New York
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