Robert Valley
St Paul,MN
Summary
Professional security officer with extensive experience in managing security operations. Known for strong integrity, attention to detail, and effective communication skills, committed to promoting safety and readiness in emergency situations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
American Security and Investigation LLC
Saint Paul, Minnesota
03.2017 - 10.2025
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Confirmed visitor identification prior to granting entry into the building.
- Monitored entrances and exits for unauthorized personnel or prohibited items being brought onto premises.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies, and regulations.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
- Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
- Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required.
- Investigated any suspicious persons or vehicles on premises and contacted appropriate authorities if necessary.
- Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
- Reported safety hazards for remediation response.
- Enforced access control measures in accordance with established procedures.
- Operated communication systems between officers stationed throughout the facility.
- Adhered to post orders while maintaining a visible presence around the property.
- Screened visitors and employees for weapons and contraband with hand wands and metal detectors.
- Performed first aid and CPR when necessary during emergency situations.
- Inspected fire extinguishers to ensure they were properly charged and operational.
- Coordinated with law enforcement and emergency responders during incidents and emergencies.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
- Escorted individuals requiring personal protection to provide safe transport to specified locations.
- Explained security protocols to employees and guests to promote readiness for emergency situations.
- Monitored CCTV systems to ensure safety and security of premises.
Security Officer
Superior Brokerage Services
St Paul, MN
05.2014 - 03.2017
- Performed security gate duties.
- Monitored CCTV'S and warehouse alarms
- Performed nightly trailer audit for two facilities and updated
- Issued Bill of Lading documents to truck drivers exiting the warehouse
- Performed nightly interior warehouse patrols ensuring all admin and loading dock doors were secured and unnecessary lights were turned off and alarms set each night
- Responded promptly to alarms, incidents, and emergencies on site.
- Trained new security staff on protocols and emergency procedures.
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Detected emergency situations through keen listening and close observation to respond appropriately to alarms.
Education
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School
Circle Pines, MN05-1976
Skills
- Surveillance monitoring
- Access control
- Incident reporting
- Emergency response
- Safety inspections
- Security operations
- Patrol management
- Threat assessment
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Situational awareness
- General security
- Arrest procedures
- Security screenings
- Metal detector operation
- Report generation
- Patrol operations
- Crime prevention
- Asset protection
- Alarm monitoring
- Defensive tactics training
- Hazardous materials response
- Military experience
- Building lockdown coordination
- Screening wands
- Identification verification
- Workplace violence prevention
- High level of integrity
- Security equipment operation
- Interior and exterior patrol
- Electronic surveillance
- Background checks
- Active shooter training
- Fire safety training
- CCTV surveillance
- Operations management
- Security systems
- First aid and CPR certified
- Dispatch
- Stationary surveillance
- Shift work experience
- Emergency evacuation procedures
- Invoice verification
- Surveillance expertise
- FLUENT IN Englisg
- Entrance control
- Law enforcement background
- Night and safe deposit procedures
- Access control management
- Interpersonal skills
- Surveillance
- Effective communication
- Team training
Certification
- First Aid/CPR/AED
- Incipient Fire Fighting Training
- Defensive Tactics
Additonial Security experience
- Worked at Ford Motor Company for 17 years as a Level 2 Asset Protection Officer. Was outsourced to Guardsmark Security for 6 years then Ford Motor Company switched security providers and was transferred to Allied Barton Security till plant closure
Timeline
Security Officer
American Security and Investigation LLC
03.2017 - 10.2025
Security Officer
Superior Brokerage Services
05.2014 - 03.2017
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School