Proven security professional with extensive experience at Strategic Security and other reputable firms. Excelled in emergency response and risk assessment, enhancing safety protocols by 30%. Skilled in CCTV monitoring and critical thinking, I've led teams in high-stakes environments, ensuring compliance and safeguarding assets with a detail-oriented approach. Talented security professional skilled at conducting building patrols, securing entrances and exits and keeping visitors under constant surveillance. Skilled in writing reports, updating records and handling simultaneous tasks in fast-paced settings.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Strategic Security and Other Security Companies
03.2014 - Current
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.
Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
Trained new Security Officers in company policies, ensuring consistent knowledge across the team and adherence to established procedures.
Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
This position is contracted through the State of New York. Therefore, even though I have worked the same location since 2014, the contracts have been held by 3 additional companies.
Wisdom Security
First Alert Security
Summit Security
Warehouse Worker and Truck Driver
Imperial Bag &Paper Co/ Center Moriches Paper
04.2001 - 02.2014
Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
Helped maintain an organized stockroom by labeling shelves clearly, designating specific areas for different products, and rotating stock regularly as required.
Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
Corrections Officer
NYC Department of Corrections
02.1981 - 02.2001
Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations.
Supported successful emergency response efforts by participating in regular drills and training exercises.
Safeguarded public safety by ensuring strict adherence to established policies governing the transportation of inmates between facilities or court proceedings.
Drove passenger vehicles and trucks to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals and work sites.
Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Island Trees High School
Levittown, NY
06.1976
Skills
Security Guard License
General security
Detail Oriented
CCTV Monitoring
Security Screenings
Emergency Response
Patrol operations
Timeline
Security Officer
Strategic Security and Other Security Companies
03.2014 - Current
Warehouse Worker and Truck Driver
Imperial Bag &Paper Co/ Center Moriches Paper
04.2001 - 02.2014
Corrections Officer
NYC Department of Corrections
02.1981 - 02.2001
High School Diploma -
Island Trees High School
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